Local Groups in West Parley
Sometimes a local group is all you need to seek advice, meet new faces, learn a new skill, or simply join in with your community for a sense of belonging.
Our Never Alone programme is designed to provide support for loneliness and other emotional and practical needs plus promote general wellbeing. We have recommendations to local groups who may be able to help you. Finding the right one that meets your needs or interests can be very fulfilling and truly boost your mood.
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Social
Friendly, welcoming social groups can be relaxed and informal and offer the chance to chat and build new friendships.
We recommend local social groups and clubs for women and men which provide entertainment, conversation and a range of social activities.
Coffee Morning
The Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month from February to November for coffee (or tea), cake and a chat. We meet at 10.30 am at The Grasshopper pub and restaurant located at 139 -141 Bournemouth Road, Poole BH14 9HT.
The Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month from February to November for coffee (or tea), cake and a chat. We meet at 10.30 am at The Grasshopper pub and restaurant located at 139 -141 Bournemouth Road, Poole BH14 9HT.
Coffee Morning
139 -141 Bournemouth Road Poole BH14 9HT
Phone: 01202 741463
Email: https://www.pooleprobus.org/bl...
Website: https://www.pooleprobus.org/co...
Knit & Chatter
Everyone who likes knitting or crochet, sewing or embroidery, even crafts – bring your own and join in the fun! Share ideas and patterns, learn new skills, and have a chat. All welcome at this monthly group on the first Monday of each month. Feel free to bring friends and neighbours along too.
Everyone who likes knitting or crochet, sewing or embroidery, even crafts – bring your own and join in the fun! Share ideas and patterns, learn new skills, and have a chat. All welcome at this monthly group on the first Monday of each month. Feel free to bring friends and neighbours along too.
Knit & Chatter
St Saviour’s Church
32 Colemore Road
Bournemouth
Dorset
BH7 6RZ
Wednesday Friendship
We have a varied programme of games, outings, talks, musical entertainment, crafts – and always a cuppa with cakes. We also have a lunch together about 5 times a year. Our aim is to provide enjoyment and good company for older people. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays during term time, usually from 2pm to 4pm in the Church Hall.
We have a varied programme of games, outings, talks, musical entertainment, crafts – and always a cuppa with cakes. We also have a lunch together about 5 times a year. Our aim is to provide enjoyment and good company for older people. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays during term time, usually from 2pm to 4pm in the Church Hall.
Wednesday Friendship
St. Christophers Church Arnewood Road Southbourne Bournemouth, Dorset BH6 5DW
Phone: 01202 424466 / 01202 419452
Website: https://saint-christophers.org...
Arts & Crafts
Would you like to get stuck in with an arts project or learn a new craft?
There is so much choice when it comes to arts clubs from painting to pottery making. We can help you find the best group for you.
Art and Craft Connections
Enjoy a time of friendly encouragement, while you get creative. Set some time aside for your artistic or crafty endeavours: there will be lots available or you can bring your own craft project with you to craft in company!
Enjoy a time of friendly encouragement, while you get creative. Set some time aside for your artistic or crafty endeavours: there will be lots available or you can bring your own craft project with you to craft in company!
Art and Craft Connections
St Saviour’s Church
32 Colemore Road
Bournemouth
Dorset
BH7 6RZ
Walking
Walking is a popular choice both for relaxation and fitness. If you would like to get outside a little more, it can quickly become an enjoyable activity, and there are many groups in your area who would love you to join them for beautiful country walks.
Walking with Friends
We are a local, friendly and casual walking group based in the Christchurch and Southbourne area. Our walks are varied and always include a refreshment stop, plenty of chat, often a good giggle and sometimes lunch or a picnic.
We are a local, friendly and casual walking group based in the Christchurch and Southbourne area. Our walks are varied and always include a refreshment stop, plenty of chat, often a good giggle and sometimes lunch or a picnic.
Walking with Friends
Website: http://walkingwithfriends.co.uk/
Bournemouth Happy Monday Ramblers
We are primarily a social group and our walks end with an optional lunch at a local pub or café. Our walks start Monday at 10am and walks are typically from 4 to 8 miles.
We are primarily a social group and our walks end with an optional lunch at a local pub or café. Our walks start Monday at 10am and walks are typically from 4 to 8 miles.
Bournemouth Happy Monday Ramblers
Books
If you are interested in meeting fellow bookworms, there are reading groups in most towns for friendly discussions and thought-provoking debates. We can help pinpoint the perfect book group for you in your area.
Reading Group
We meet at Southbourne Library on Tuesday 5.30pm to 6.30pm on the second Tuesday of the month as well as a shared reading group from 10.30am to midday on the first and third Tuesday of the month.
We meet at Southbourne Library on Tuesday 5.30pm to 6.30pm on the second Tuesday of the month as well as a shared reading group from 10.30am to midday on the first and third Tuesday of the month.
Reading Group
118 Seabourne Road
Bournemouth
BH5 2HY
Phone: 01202 127 555
Email: southbournelibrary@bcpcouncil.gov.uk
Website: https://www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/...
Reading Group
Reading groups taking place on the last Thursday of the month from 2pm to 3pm and Saturday from 10.30am to 11.30am on the first Saturday of the month at Bournemouth library.
Reading groups taking place on the last Thursday of the month from 2pm to 3pm and Saturday from 10.30am to 11.30am on the first Saturday of the month at Bournemouth library.
Reading Group
22 The Triangle
Bournemouth
BH2 5RQ
Phone: 01202 127 000
Email: bournemouthlibrary@bcpcouncil.gov.uk
Website: https://www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/...
Hobbies
Having a wide choice of groups to pick up an old hobby or start a new one can be a wonderful way to meet new people with a similar interest to you.
We recommend local groups and clubs ranging from chess, bridge, poker, bingo, knitting, to bowls.
Christchurch Men in Sheds
Christchurch Men’s Shed was formed in July 2016 and is a member of the National Men’s Shed Association. The workshop is equipped with a selection of power and hand tools. Our members have a wide range of craft and technical skills and experience which we are happy to share with others. Our workshop is currently open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from about 9:45am.
Christchurch Men’s Shed was formed in July 2016 and is a member of the National Men’s Shed Association. The workshop is equipped with a selection of power and hand tools. Our members have a wide range of craft and technical skills and experience which we are happy to share with others. Our workshop is currently open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from about 9:45am.
Christchurch Men in Sheds
The Old School
254 Lymington Road
Highcliffe
Christchurch
Dorset
BH23 5ET
Phone: 07547922246
Website: https://www.christchurchshed.o...
Knit & Natter
Knit and Natter is a small, friendly group which meets in the Bridge on Monday afternoons at 2.00pm – 4.00pm. Each session is £1.00 which includes tea or coffee and cake or biscuits. Help is available with learning to knit or crochet, deciphering patterns or sewing up garments.
Knit and Natter is a small, friendly group which meets in the Bridge on Monday afternoons at 2.00pm – 4.00pm. Each session is £1.00 which includes tea or coffee and cake or biscuits. Help is available with learning to knit or crochet, deciphering patterns or sewing up garments.
Knit & Natter
St. Christophers Church Arnewood Road Southbourne Bournemouth BH6 5DW
Phone: 01202 418 394
Email: office@saint-christophers.org.uk
Website: https://saint-christophers.org...
Chess Club
Meets on Friday evenings, 6.00 -7.15 pm (Junior's training) 7.15-10.30 pm (Club & Match play) at Tuckton Social Club, 222 Tuckton Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH6 3AA. There is individual free coaching being offered at Southbourne Chess Club, between 6pm to 7.15 pm on Friday evenings.
Meets on Friday evenings, 6.00 -7.15 pm (Junior's training) 7.15-10.30 pm (Club & Match play) at Tuckton Social Club, 222 Tuckton Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH6 3AA. There is individual free coaching being offered at Southbourne Chess Club, between 6pm to 7.15 pm on Friday evenings.
Chess Club
Tuckton Social Club 222 Tuckton Road Bournemouth Dorset BH6 3AA
Email: southbournechessclub@yahoo.co.uk
Website: https://southbournechessclub.w...
Christchurch Bridge Club
We play a mix of Online Bridge on the RealBridge platform and a face to face session. To find out more, contact the group below.
We play a mix of Online Bridge on the RealBridge platform and a face to face session. To find out more, contact the group below.
Christchurch Bridge Club
Email: tdunsby@yahoo.co.uk / pcraven30@gmail.com
Music & Theatre
Would you like to join an amateur dramatics group or a choir?
Exploring music can be good for the soul. You can join music appreciation classes or join the church choir. Dancing is also a wonderful way to meet new people and have fun.
Bournemouth & District Concert Band
We’re a large community concert band in Bournemouth, with more than 60 musicians of all ages – from 14 through to 80s. Our band members come from all over the area including Bournemouth, Poole, Wimborne, Ferndown, Christchurch and Highcliffe. We rehearse every Thursday evening from 7:30-9:30pm at Queen’s Park Infant Academy, East Way, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 9PU.
We’re a large community concert band in Bournemouth, with more than 60 musicians of all ages – from 14 through to 80s. Our band members come from all over the area including Bournemouth, Poole, Wimborne, Ferndown, Christchurch and Highcliffe. We rehearse every Thursday evening from 7:30-9:30pm at Queen’s Park Infant Academy, East Way, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 9PU.
Bournemouth & District Concert Band
Queen’s Park Infant Academy East Way Bournemouth Dorset BH8 9PU
Email: https://www.bournemouthanddist...
Website: https://www.bournemouthanddist...
Music Group
During the week and at weekends, there are various groups rehearsing and leading worship, including the band and the choir/singers.
During the week and at weekends, there are various groups rehearsing and leading worship, including the band and the choir/singers.
Music Group
Phone: 01202 418394
Email: office@saint-christophers.org.uk
Website: https://saint-christophers.org...