Group Directory

What do you love doing? What do you need help with? Want to make new friends or learn new skills? Or simply want to be part of the community? We have something for everyone right here in our extensive community directory.

It makes it easy for you to navigate the huge amount of organisations that make Halton and St Helens such great places to live.

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.

  • To provide badminton opportunities for the wider community from beginners to county level for both juniors and adults.  See more >>

    Works in
    Arts, culture, sport and recreation

    Works with
    Children (0 -12), Families / single parents, Older people (over 65 years of age)

  • VISION AND KEY AIMS OF T.A.N.G.O. “The aim of T.A.N.G.O. is to reach out, serve and help those in need in the community, by building trust and fellowship, mirroring Christian values”. – agreed November 2018 at the T.A.N.G.O. away day T.A.N.G.O. is a major part of the outreach strategy of St Marks in reaching Haydock with the love of Jesus…  See more >>

    Works in
    Economic, social and community development, Employment and training, Environment

    Works with
    Disabled people, Families / single parents, Older people (over 65 years of age)

  • St Helens, WA9 5JA

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    Works with
    Children (0 -12), Young people (aged 13-25), Offenders / ex-offenders, Children (0 -12)

  • Widnes, WA8 6AX

    We support autistic adults with their wellbeing through free activities, therapies, 1:1 support and mentoring.  See more >>

    Works in
    Health

    Works with
    Disabled people, Gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender people, Men, Older people (over 65 years of age), People with learning disabilities, People with mental health problems, Unemployed people, Women

  • Cronton, WA8 5QW

    Health based volunteering in a wide variety of settings, getting people active while at the same time helping the environment, helping people to enhance their physical and mental wellbeing and giving them a sense of ownership of their local environment  See more >>

    Works in
    Employment and training, Environment, Health, Supporting Voluntary and community organisations

    Works with
    All

  • St Helens, WA10 3NQ

    To promote and assist for the benefit of the general public of St Helens and surrounding areas in the prevention of crime by providing support and raising awareness to contribute to the reduction of anti-social behaviour and crime in particular that of knife crime. Activities are to engage with young people and discourage them away from…  See more >>

  • St Helens, WN12 9BA

    The Cycle Project UK cic has two main objectives. To reduce waste and pollution by recycling and reusing unwanted bikes and providing these bikes to the local community to help encourage cycling and reduce the number of cars on our roads. Secondly we aim to develop a happier, healthier community by bringing people together who enjoy cycling or…  See more >>

  • St Helens, WA10 5EA

    Mission Statement: The Eccleston Old People’s Welfare Committee and volunteers of the Lester Drive Centre are committed to promoting and providing inclusive activities for the benefit of all of the people of Eccleston and surrounding areas with particular regard to the elderly. To promote the general good of people of all ages by organising…  See more >>

    Works in
    Arts, culture, sport and recreation, Economic, social and community development, Health

    Works with
    Children (0 -12), Disabled people, Older people (over 65 years of age)

  • St Helens, WA10 1HJ

    To promote and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of local charities and voluntary organisations where they are carrying out charitable activities by the provision and management of office accommodation, conferences, training, information, advice and other facilities, services or support in the borough of St Helens.  See more >>

    Works in
    Arts, culture, sport and recreation, Health, Supporting Voluntary and community organisations

    Works with
    All, Disabled people, Homeless people

  • St Helens, WA9 1DS

    The Philippi Trust is affiliated to the Association of Christian Counsellors and works to their Code of Ethics. All our counsellors are qualified to diploma level and work on a voluntary basis. We offer counselling across a broad range of problems, always seeking to expand our services into new areas of counselling to meet the growing needs of a…  See more >>

    Works in
    Health, Religion, Social services, Supporting Voluntary and community organisations

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    All

  • St Helens, WA10 3TT

    Are a grant making charity for general charitable purposes.  See more >>

    Works in
    Economic, social and community development, Education and research, Supporting Voluntary and community organisations

    Works with
    Black and minority ethnic people, Carers, Children (0 -12), Disabled people, Faith communities, Families / single parents, Gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender people, Homeless people, Looked after children, Men, Offenders / ex-offenders, Older people (over 65 years of age), People with learning disabilities, People with mental health problems,

  • Widnes, WA8 8DF

    We are based at Ditton Community Centre in Widnes, and operate all year round, focussing on improving physical and mental health, building confidence, supporting isolation and creating community connections. Since forming in 2017, The Wonky Garden has grown from strength to strength, transforming a neglected strip of land into a much loved asset…  See more >>

  • St Helens, WA11 7DB

    We have provided a public access defibrillator at the statue. We are responsible for the upkeep of the statue and the defibrillator, organise and provide training courses free of charge in the use of defibrillators We provide education about the history and industrial heritage of our region Annually on the 28th April we organise a service of…  See more >>

    Works in
    Education and research, Employment and training, Health

    Works with
    All

  • St Helens, WA10 1BX

    Our mission here at The World of Glass is to educate our community about the beauty, wonder, heritage and science of glass. We are a centre of participation and inclusion for St. Helens and the wider community. We are committed to offering a relevant and important education offer to schools in the borough and beyond and we hope to inspire a new…  See more >>

    Works in
    Arts, culture, sport and recreation, Economic, social and community development, Education and research

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    All

  • St Helens, WA10 2TL

    • We create safe, non-judgmental spaces for mums to share, to talk, to be heard. • We offer peer support, listening sessions, and compassionate guidance for those going through emotional difficulties. • We host group meet-ups, workshops and community events focused on building connection, reducing isolation, and strengthening resilience. • We…  See more >>

    Works in
    Children, Young People and Families, Economic, social and community development, Education and research, Employment and training, Health

    Works with
    Black and minority ethnic people, Families / single parents, Women

  • Think F.A.S.T Community Interest Company Mission Statement Our Mission The mission of Think F.A.S.T (Finding a Solution Together) is to provide a range of high-quality health, fitness, educational and personal development programmes for children and young people in St Helens and beyond, particularly the most vulnerable and disadvantaged…  See more >>

    Works in
    Children, Young People and Families

    Works with
    All

  • St Helens, WA10 2JZ

    St Helens community support is a free and independent service funded by supporting people to provide housing related support to people experiencing severe mental distress. We work in partnership with other local statutory and voluntary services to support individuals to get the help they need. We offer people support to: Deal with finances,…  See more >>

    Works in
    Health

    Works with
    All

  • St Helens, WA9 1LD

    In which wards are your services provided? St Helens Town Centre Purpose or Mission Statement and activities of your organisation: Torus Foundation's principal activity is to support communities within the Liverpool region addressing deprivation and promoting inclusion. Torus Foundation has four key impact areas…  See more >>

  • Torus Foundation's principal activity is to support communities within the Liverpool region addressing deprivation and promoting inclusion. Torus Foundation has four key impact areas: - Money Matters - Go Digital - Health and Wellbeing; and - Employment. The charity focusses work across three heartlands; St Helens, Liverpool and Warrington.   See more >>

    Works in
    Economic, social and community development, Employment and training, Health

    Works with
    All

  • Town in the Town is the ‘charitable’ arm of St.Helens Town Association Football Club. We aim to provide opportunities to play football or other related leisure time activities for local people, regardless of their age, ethnicity, disability, financial situation, or other social or economic circumstances. We also aim to provide opportunities for…  See more >>

  • Widnes, WA8 5DY

    Trainhill Trust is dedicated to restoring the Rainhill Station building and transforming it into a cutting-edge museum and education facility. This vibrant new space will also serve as a community hub, celebrating the historic Rainhill Locomotive Trials of 1829. Our aim is to blend heritage with modern innovation, providing an inspiring…  See more >>

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    All

  • St Helens, WA12 8HR

    A large part of our woek is aimed at driving forward skills for life by putting and maintaining members of the local community into the workforce. We work closely with all the agencies involved in this work through the delivery of basic skills training and providing second chances for adults to learn in an environment that encourages exploration…  See more >>

    Works in
    Arts, culture, sport and recreation, Education and research, Employment and training, Health, International, Law, crime, human/civil rights and information, Supporting Voluntary and community organisations

    Works with
    Black and minority ethnic people, Disabled people, Families / single parents, Men, Older people (over 65 years of age), People with mental health problems, Tenants and residents, Unemployed people, Women, Young people (aged 13-25)

  • Wigan, WN3 5RS
  • Widnes, WA8 6EL

    CIO supporting asylum seekers, refugees and vulnerable migrants. The Parish of St Wilfrid Widnes is a Catholic Parish comprising 4 churches, which used to be 4 separate parishes.  See more >>

    Works in
    Economic, social and community development, Education and research, Law, crime, human/civil rights and information

    Works with
    Black and minority ethnic people, Children (0 -12), Disabled people, Faith communities, Families / single parents, Gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender people, Homeless people, Men, People with mental health problems, Refugees and people seeking asylum, Service and ex-service people, Unemployed people, Victims / survivors of crime, Women, Young people (aged 13-25)

  • St Helens, WA9 3XQ
  • St Helens, WA10 3JQ

    • To raise the understanding of the plight of asylum seekers/ refugees in St Helens • To improve integration of asylum seekers and refugees into local communities • To support a better understanding of different cultures in St Helens • To build bridges across communities • To provide a better understanding of British society for…  See more >>

    Works in
    Economic, social and community development

    Works with
    All

  • Widnes, WA8 4PF

    Come and visit our Community Cafe, we offer healthy good value meals and snacks. Our programme of activities include Tots Play Sessions, Bingo, Tea Dances, Karate and childrens dance classes. We have rooms to hire at a reasonable cost and there is a Crech  See more >>

    Works with
    Tenants and residents, Children (0 -12), Older people (over 65 years of age), Families / single parents, Young people (aged 13-25)

  • Widnes, WA8 4PF

    Community Centre / Sports Hall  See more >>

    Works with
    Children (0 -12), Young people (aged 13-25)

  • Runcorn, WA7 6HP
  • As previously submitted  See more >>

    Works in
    Arts, culture, sport and recreation, Education and research

    Works with
    All

  • Prescot, Merseyside, L34 5SH

    To provide a warm, safe place for people of most age groups and from all walks of life to come together to take part in social/leisure activities and access services to encourage them to improve their quality of life and reduce constraints in society.  See more >>

    Works in
    Arts, culture, sport and recreation, Children, Young People and Families, Economic, social and community development, Health, Supporting Voluntary and community organisations

    Works with
    All

  • Liverpool, L1 0AH

    We are a team of expert youth workers who deliver programmes in crucial sectors including health, crime and education. Our work is underpinned by a unique relationships framework which supports young people to be more self-aware, confident and purposeful. Our Vision: A world with young people at the heart of vibrant communities. Our Mission…  See more >>

    Works in
    Children, Young People and Families

    Works with
    Black and minority ethnic people, Carers, Children (0 -12), Disabled people, Faith communities, Families / single parents, Gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender people, Looked after children, People with learning disabilities, People with mental health problems, Substance users / those with addiction problems, Unemployed people, Victims / survivors of crime, Young people (aged 13-25)

  • Preston, PR1 8QT

    We are the national charity giving free and confidential help to victims of crime, witnesses, their family, friends and anyone else affected across England and Wales. We also speak out as a national voice for victims and witnesses and campaign for change. We are not a government agency or part of the police and you don't have to report…  See more >>

    Works in
    Law, crime, human/civil rights and information

    Works with
    Victims / survivors of crime

  • Runcorn, WA7 5PE

    To provide access to all in the performing arts with a particular focus on people of low income or disabilities.  See more >>

    Works in
    Arts, culture, sport and recreation, Education and research, Supporting Voluntary and community organisations

    Works with
    All

  • St Helens, WA10 1TF

    To remove the power imbalance for vulnerable individuals within our community. Including but not exclusive to, the care experienced community, asylum seeking and refugee community, and children and families who require support to overcome challenges.  See more >>

  • Widnes, WA8 6AX

    Support for vision impaired residents of Halton  See more >>

    Works in
    Arts, culture, sport and recreation, Economic, social and community development, Education and research, Environment, Health, Law, crime, human/civil rights and information, Social services

    Works with
    Black and minority ethnic people, Carers, Disabled people, Families / single parents, Gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender people, Homeless people, Men, Offenders / ex-offenders, Older people (over 65 years of age), People with learning disabilities, People with mental health problems, Refugees and people seeking asylum, Service and ex-service people, Substance users / those with addiction problems, Tenants and residents, Unemployed people, Victims / survivors of crime, Women

  • Southport, PR9 0LA
  • Waterloo, L22 0NY
  • Runcorn, WA7 4EX

    Our mission is to be an honest, willing and effective partner, for improving health and wellbeing.  See more >>