Directory Activities
There is always something going on in Halton and St Helens and this is the best place to find out what’s what.
We have catalogued countless activities suitable for everyone from toddlers to their grandparents. Use our search facility to discover what is happening by area or interest. There are even activities online for those who us have grown to love joining in from the comfort of our own home over the last few years.
Take your pick today and let the fun begin!
We believe the information about the community groups and activities listed on our website is accurate and up to date. However, we recommend contacting the group directly to confirm the details before attending any groups or sessions.
Ladies Football Taster Sessions - St.Helens
Other Venue: Cowley International College 6th Form Sports HallDelivered byWednesday for 6 weeks, starts Thursday 5th February 8pm- 9pm | Cost: FreeTown in the Town CIC is facilitating FREE women's football sessions for 6 weeks. This is for any female over the age of 16 who would like to enjoy football with a trained, experienced female coach. This is for all women aged 16+ and of any footballing ability.
The sessions will be held in the Sports Hall at Cowley International College, off Hard Lane, St.Helens. Parking is on King Edward Road, then a footpath to the sports Hall. (Gamble Avenue entrance) Or via Hard Lane on foot at the 6th Form College entrance. You can email towninthetown2025@gmail.com for a map.Ladies Friendship Group
Delivered byLast Tuesday of month 2pm-3.30pm | Cost: FreeFor 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.
Accessibility – Ground level acessible building.Ladies lounge
Delivered bySaturdays 2:30-4:30pm | Cost: FreeAt 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.LADIES WELL-BEING GROUP (AGES 50 +)
Delivered byEvery FRIDAY from 10:30am to 12:30pm | Cost: FreeLocal 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.
Accessibility – Accessible buildingLego Club
Delivered byEvery Thursday at Halton Lea Library 3.30 – 5.00pm | Cost: FreeFor children to get creative with Lego. Free, drop in sessions.
Accessibility – Accessible buildingLet’s Go Stroke Club
Delivered bySecond Wednesday of the month 2.00pm - 4.00pm | Cost: PaidA 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.
Accessibility – Accessible buildingLGBTQ+ Suicide Bereavement Support Group
Delivered byMeeting (virtually) The last Monday of the month 7pm - 9pm | Cost: FreeSoBS is very pleased to announce that it is opening a new group to support members of the LGBTQ+ community who have been bereaved by suicide,
SpeakOUT is a free & confidential online peersupport group for anyone who identifies as LGBTQ+ who has lost a loved one to suicide. They will also support the loved ones of an LGBTQ+ person who has died by suicide.
Meeting (virtually) The last Monday of the month 7pm - 9pm
For more information:
email: speakout@uksobs.org
https://uksobs.com/Accessibility – SoBS is very pleased to announce that it is opening a new group to support members of the LGBTQ+ community who have been bereaved by suicide,
SpeakOUT is a free & confidential online peersupport group for anyone who identifies as LGBTQ+ who has lost a loved one to suicide. They will also support the loved ones of an LGBTQ+ person who has died by suicide.
Meeting (virtually) The last Monday of the month 7pm - 9pmLight dance based exercise
Delivered byMonday 10.30-11.30 am | Cost: PaidThis 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
Delivered byMondays 10.30am-11.30am | Cost: PaidLight dance-based exercise classes.
Accessibility – Accessible buildingLine Dancing
Delivered byEvery Monday from 1-3pm | Cost: Paid£3.00 a session. Line dancing classes, all levels from beginners are welcome.
Accessibility – Accessible building