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Support group for chronic pain sufferers.

Social gathering/Coffee morning, all welcome.

Halton Short Breaks is an exciting FREE monthly club designed for young people (ages 8-17) with disabilities and/or additional needs from Halton.

Young people get to unleash their creativity with topics like animation, coding, music-making, and green-screen photography, among others! Halton Short Breaks is held once a month, alternating between Runcorn and Widnes, and best of all, the sessions are completely free for any young person aged 8-17 with additional needs who live in Halton.

Got questions or want to join in on the fun? Reach out to us at 0151 345 1419 or via email at info@makocreate.co.uk Let's embark on an incredible journey of learning and enjoyment together at Halton Short Breaks!

To attend Halton Short Breaks please click the website URL link below to fill out a registration form on Eventbrite. Additionally you will need to fill out the following form so that we have an up-to-date record of your young people's needs that we can pass on to our funders at Halton Borough Council: https://forms.gle/gmS4g2PR2xidsqid9

Stop smoking sessions. All welcome.

£2 for non members, or free for members. Aimed at retired individuals. Group has various special-interes tgroups. For information about these, make contcat via the

Monthly coffee afternoon for those who experience hearing loss. Begins Tuesday 5th April then 1st Tuesday of the month thereafter.

For those wo are hard of hearing and feeling isolated to come along and meet other people with a hearing loss, to help and support each other.

Support group for those who are hard of hearing.

Health ad dietry advice- appointments must be booked in advance.

A walk for 30 minutes approx. for the over 50's. Meets weekely at the bandstand at Victoria Park.

Every Thursday 10am short walk , Victoria Park Widnes, WA8 6SQ
Meet at the Bandstand / cafe for a short 20 - 30 min walk around the park and maybe a cuppa and a chat afterwards. This walk can be shortened to 10 -15 minutes if required.

Why not join us each Monday at Holy Trinity Church, Runcorn on Mondays 10:30 -12:30, where you can enjoy a chat, play card bingo and a quiz refreshments included tea, coffee, cakes and biscuits price £3 for event

Community Food Growing sessions. Learning new skills and meeting new people whilst working together to sow, grow and harvest fruit and veg

Indoor bowls sessions for over 50's.

£1 per session. Drop in, no need to book. A supportive environment to support people with IT related matters such as help with using hardware or software packages e.g. internet, email, word processing, Excel, downloading music or digital pictures and on-line shopping. Also ideal ‘starter’ for anyone who has never used a computer to come and ‘have a go’ without the pressure of a full course.

It is located at YMCA North Road Premises. For more information visit the YMCA website for all the contact details. The session is free.

Keep fit class.

Keep fit classes for over 50's.

A group for anyone who enjoys knitting. The members share hints and tips, swap patterns, learn new skills, make friends, and get involved in basic knitting projects. All welcome.

Do you enjoy stitching, knitting, crocheting, craft or just a cup of tea/coffee?
Join our friendly knit and natter group.
Come and meet new friends, have a chat and swap tips and ideas - everyone welcome.

Group that knits for pleasure or to support initiatives such as dolls and twiddle toys for dementia sufferers.

For women who want to meet other women for friendship, outings and activities. Some of the activities participants do together include, trips to the cinema, speed dating sessions, singing for pleasure, and upcycling projects.

At the ladies lounge we try to cover a different topic every week to improve your mental health and boost your mood, including hands on activities for you to enjoy. We’ve been running for the last 3 year with funding from the national lottery.
We even have podcasts from our sessions from over lockdown. - Broken mind and growing confidence.

Come and join us take some time out for you, we always have a laugh and if you need to talk we are also peer to peer trained.

“Ladies lounge has given me new ways to cope with my health issues & meet a wonderful group of friends”
“I was in so much pain when I arrived but I’m feeling great after the meditation today, I’m amazed!”

It’s all free funded by the national lottery community fund.
The group is facilitated by Claire who has worked in mental health services for 19 years and has real life lived experienced.

Local community group gathering for women aged fifty and over. The group is for local residents to call in and have a friendly chat, as well as find out about local activities and services. Drop in on your own or with a friend and have a cuppa. Refreshments available.

For children to get creative with Lego. Free, drop in sessions.

A mutual support, self help club for people who have suffered a stroke and their carers. Minimal fees to cover cost of monthly activities and outings.

This will be held at Murdishaw Community Centre, the cost of this will be £4. If you need anymore information contact Paula Parle: Halton Borough Council at 01515118550.

Light dance-based exercise classes.

£3.00 a session. Line dancing classes, all levels from beginners are welcome.

Line dancing class.

For parents of a child or young person with Special Educational Needs or Disability (SEND) aged 0-25. Hosted by Listen4Change.

Support group for dementia suffrers and thier carers.

Mako Coding Club is a dynamic FREE initiative aimed at inspiring young people aged 10-16 in Halton to explore the exciting world of coding. Our expert-led sessions, diverse curriculum, and interactive projects empower students with essential coding skills while nurturing their creativity in a collaborative environment.

Participants will discover the thrill of coding as they learn to program drones, robots, video games, lights, and even create music. Whether they are a beginner or have some coding experience, all skill levels are welcome to be part of the coding revolution!

Sessions are held twice a month, one in Widnes and the other in Runcorn, and they are completely free for any young person aged 10-16 from Halton. Have questions or want to join us? Reach out to us at 0151 345 1419 or via email at info@makocreate.co.uk.

Unleash your potential and become a coding enthusiast with Mako Coding Club!

Chair-based exercise classes for over 50's. £3.00 per session.

This will be held at Frank Myler Pavilion, contact Paula Parle at 0151 511 8550. These sessions will cost £3

Dance-based exercise for the over 50's.

A weekly meditation session.
Come, relax and unwind for an hour at 130 Napier street, St.Helens.
Mondays 12:15pm-13:15pm £5 each

Calming music and guided meditations each week to allow you to connect with yourself. When we stop and take time to meditate we can start to discover ourselves and how amazing we really are. We can reduce our stress and improve our lives.

I’ve meditated almost daily for the last 10 years, I’m a qualified meditation instructor a Reiki master and I use sound, colour and crystals in my work.

This is ideal for beginners along with people who have a little practice too.

Weekly groups, 130 Napier Street, St.Helens. Cost £5

For all men struggling with their mental health. Group is for men to talk to other men in the same or similar position, make new friends and find a good support network. Guest speakers and talking sessions, with the occasional bit of gaming.

Regular group where people can enjoy a game of pool, darts, dominos or cards for free, socialise and makde new friends.

Weekly chat and 1 to 1 support.

Men's Group, for coffee, chatting and activities. £2.50 per session.

Men's social/chat sessions. Session is free but donations welcome.

Men of St. Helens, Lets Get Talking - Men's Mental Health Matters!

Apex Trust are holding a weekly Men's Group at our Plan Bee Community Coffee shop every Tuesday 10:00am-12:00pm. Enjoy a coffee, chat and brunch on us. The team will be on hand to listen and provide 1-2-1 support for mental health concerns.

For more information contact Hannah at H.seabrook@apextrust.com or call 07788 678051

Find them at:

Plan Bee Community Coffee
13 - 15 North Road
St Helens
WA10 2TW

Men’s Shed Group Talks are for men to discuss a variety of topics that can help improve their health and wellbeing. Discussions are impartial, independent, non-judgmental and non-discriminatory. Introductory sessions are being held on Thursday 21st September and Thursday 5th October at 11-2pm.

The group is open to men aged 18 and over from Halton and surrounding areas. Subs will be £3 per session and includes tea/coffee and biscuits. Any money over will be spent on activities for the group. As this is a new group, new ideas for group activities such a trips, photography, art, joinery, learning a new instrument, job application tips are welcome!

For an informal chat and to find out more or to book your place please contact Colin on 07910 926595 or email chorley21658@gmail.com

To meet new people, play table tennis, dominos, or cribbage. No need to book, just turn up.

Men's wellbeing walk. Arrive 10-15 mins before start time to register.

Light exercise, games & sport, all levels welcome.

Light exercise, games & sport, all levels welcome.

Men’s Wellbeing Project, is a men group to do light exercise and game activities to promote wellbeing for men..

Men’s Wellbeing Project, is a men group to do light exercise and game activities to promote wellbeing for men..

St Helens Wellbeing Team is excited to offer a timetable of FREE activities for men.

We want to help boost your wellbeing, to help you feel better, live better.

Men’s Mixed Activities (Light exercise, games & sport). All levels welcome!

For further details on this sessions, please call 01744 371 111, or email us chcp.sthelens@nhs.net

We look forward to hearing from you!

St Helens Wellbeing Team is excited to offer a timetable of FREE activities for men.

We want to help boost your wellbeing, to help you feel better, live better.

Join us on our community allotment. Its a great place to spend time, helping your physical and mental health, or just having a brew and chat with others.

For further details, please call: 01744 371 111, or email us chcp.sthelens@nhs.net

We look forward to hearing from you!

Mindlab is open to all adults in Halton who are struggling with a mental health issue. It is an opportunity for people to meet other people in a joint counselling session – the topics are Managing Emotions, Resilience and Managing Anxiety. We then take participants into our lab and let them try some fully guided science experiments!

Participants are met in our café area by one of our team and a counsellor from Mind. The group session is held in our lovely Gossage Room in the museum and then participants take part in the interesting science session that relates to the theme of the programme.

Due to numbers this is currently set at a science session at the end of the programme but when we have a larger group, we like to provide this opportunity after each session.

Limited places available, call 01928 563612 or email MIND Halton to secure your place

Gentle, mindlful movement sessions. £3.50 per session.

A space where adults of all ages can book a place, chat, support one another, enjoy a cup of tea, and relax amongst others affected by cancer.

Mixed crafting sessions. £5.00 per session.

Dance-based exercise class. First class free, £3.50 thereafter. All ages from 16 and all abilities catered for.

£4.00 per session. Easy to follow, seated and standing exercise classes for older people over 60.

Held at Castlefields Community Centre. Gentle exercise sessions. £4 per session. With Diane on the following days:

Monday 10-11am
Wednesday 10-11am Village Square, Castlefields, Runcorn WA7 2ST
For more information call Paula Parle: Halton Borough Council for further enquiries: 0151 511 8550

Gentle movement therapy classes. £4.00 per session.

Gentle movement exercise classes. £4.00 per session.

Gentle excerice. Cost is £4.00 per session.

Free entry. Used clothes, household items, toys and more at bargain prices in our Church Hall, plus light refreshments

Light hearted soft bowling games for older adults. Cost is £1 per session.

£3.00 per person. The Nifty Fifty class is a low intensity class focusing on improving mobility, strength, fitness and flexibility.

Needlecraft and sewing group.

Multi activity sessions for the over 50's. Charge is £2.40 or £1.50p per hr with Halton Leisure Card

Nightstop Communities Northwest are currently running an online Menopause Support group every Wednesday at 11am.

This is a support group for members of the community who are either going through the menopause, have experienced it, or would like to know more about it to support family or loved ones who are experiencing.

This is a very informal session, allowing everyone to come together to discuss symptoms, side effects, tried and tested medication, herbal remedies or share stories, everyone is welcome.

Our menopause support group has gotten off to a fantastic start, and we're still always looking to welcome new women each week. Whether you are going through the menopause, want to know what to look out for, or you just want to be able to talk to people who understand your position, our group is open to all!
We will be uploading the next link for joining on Wednesday.

If you would like to be added to our mailing list then please email mhsupport@ncnw.co.uk or reception@ncnw.co.uk

£2.00 per session. Fun fitness sessions.

Fun fitness session, including gentle exercise workouts and boccia. Suitable for all abilities.

All activities are designes to be gentle and suitable for all levels of ability. Booking essential.

Keep fit session for the over 50's.

Keep fit session for the over 50's.

Keep fit session for the over 50's.

Keep fit session for the over 50's.

Cost £2 per session. Multi-activity sessions for over 50's.

£2 per session. Circuit training classes for thoses over 50 who are returning to exercise.

£3.00 per session. Beginner to advanced exercise for over 50s.

Bingo, quizzes, card games with tea, coffee and biscuits. Cost is £2 plus £1 if playing bingo.

Friendly, social art group for adults. Suitable for all abilities. £4.00 per session.

Ukulele Group, for all levels.

Open to anyone interested in photography. Any level.

Papercraft and cadr making sessions.

An opportunity for parents of carers to meet in a relaxed setting for a cuppa and a chat. Hosted by Listen4Change steering group members. Drop in, no need to book.

Social Group is a Weekly social group with light lunch and refreshments aimed at older people aged 55+. Cost £2 per session.

Social chat for those with Parkinsons and thier carers.

Learn how to get the best from your camera, mobile phone, and laptop. Create new images with new media, cyanotype, photo edit and printing.

£2.00 per session. Trim and tone your body the gentle way. For all, whether you want to improve physical mobility, stretch tight muscles or find new ways to challenge your mind and body, improve balance and stretching.

For Total Beginners & Improvers
Men & Women welcome
• A perfect rehab for back pain
• A gentle tonic for Mind & Body
• Core Strength to support better posture/ Balance
• Toned muscles/ Slimmer waste-lines/ Increased flexibility
• Better concentration/ Feel-good factor
• Go at your own pace/ Get to know your own body
• Relax & Destress

For parents and children under 5. Drop in, no need to book.

£1.00 per session. 9am - 12pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays during school holidays only.

Playscheme during school holidays for fun, engaging, creative and educational activities. Aimed at children in school years 2-6.

Kennel Club accredited puppy training classes. A safe environment for you to work with your puppy and dog over 5-weeks, safe meetings within the group, offering the right socialisation your pups need. Cost £60 per 5 sessions.

Read and rhyme sessions for parents and children. All welcome

Read and rhyme sessions for parents and children. All welcome

Read and rhyme sessions for parents and children. All welcome

Read and rhyme sessions for parents and children. All welcome

Read and rhyme sessions for parents and children. All welcome

Read and rhyme sessions for parents and children. All welcome

Read and rhyme sessions for parents and children. All welcome