Local Groups in Hailsham
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.
If you have a local group you would like to add to the listing below, please submit your details via the Google form here.
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.
Lunch Club
A group for those who love to Lunch!
A group for those who love to Lunch!
Lunch Club
Call: Contact Vonnie on 01323 381520
Family History group
Our group exists to foster an interest and develop our knowledge of the history of our families through genealogy. We do not do YOUR family history but all of us help each other. Some members have a lot of expertise in specific areas, others have good knowledge gained through researching their own families whilst some are 'newcomers' who are looking for advice on where to start. 1st Monday of the month 2.30pm to 4.30pm at Fleur de Lys, Market Street Hailsham.
Our group exists to foster an interest and develop our knowledge of the history of our families through genealogy. We do not do YOUR family history but all of us help each other. Some members have a lot of expertise in specific areas, others have good knowledge gained through researching their own families whilst some are 'newcomers' who are looking for advice on where to start. 1st Monday of the month 2.30pm to 4.30pm at Fleur de Lys, Market Street Hailsham.
Family History group
Call: Contact Bob on 01323 847014
Discussion group
The Discussion group meets monthly and debates a pre-arranged subject. No-one has to speak if they don't want to. It is all very relaxed around tea and biscuits. Sometimes there are very conflicting views put forward but no-one ever falls out! Meets on second Monday on each month 2.30pm at Diplocks Hall, Hailsham.
The Discussion group meets monthly and debates a pre-arranged subject. No-one has to speak if they don't want to. It is all very relaxed around tea and biscuits. Sometimes there are very conflicting views put forward but no-one ever falls out! Meets on second Monday on each month 2.30pm at Diplocks Hall, Hailsham.
Discussion group
Call: Contact Pam Robinson on 01323 844020
Quiz
The Quiz group is exactly that. Come and widen your quizzing skills!
The Quiz group is exactly that. Come and widen your quizzing skills!
Quiz
Call: Contact Jean on 01323 765373
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.
Craft Group
Members meeting to practice various arts and crafts. Meeting on the First and Third Thursday of the month.
Members meeting to practice various arts and crafts. Meeting on the First and Third Thursday of the month.
Craft Group
Art Lovers Group
This group is for Art Lovers to gather together and discuss and appreciate Art.
This group is for Art Lovers to gather together and discuss and appreciate Art.
Art Lovers Group
View Craft
We are an independent voluntary organisation which runs a weekly art and craft group for blind and partially sighted people living in the Eastbourne & Wealden district of East Sussex. We meet on Tuesday mornings during term times at Herstmonceux Village Hall, Hailsham Road, Herstmonceux BN27 4JX from 10am - 12pm.
We are an independent voluntary organisation which runs a weekly art and craft group for blind and partially sighted people living in the Eastbourne & Wealden district of East Sussex. We meet on Tuesday mornings during term times at Herstmonceux Village Hall, Hailsham Road, Herstmonceux BN27 4JX from 10am - 12pm.
View Craft
Call: 01892 661212 / 01323 505764
Email: tinawray@googlemail.com / jean.dolmeg@gmail.com
Website: https://viewcraft.org/
Knit and Crochet
Time, date and venue to be confirmed: This is a new group proposed by a less mobile member who wishes to run the group from her home. We are currently compiling a list of members interested. Please register your interest by clicking on the blue carrier pigeon.
Time, date and venue to be confirmed: This is a new group proposed by a less mobile member who wishes to run the group from her home. We are currently compiling a list of members interested. Please register your interest by clicking on the blue carrier pigeon.
Knit and Crochet
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.
Hailsham Ramblers
A number of walking groups. We meet at the Cuckoo Trail Car Park off South Road at 9:15 for a 9:30 start. All walkers should wear boots or stout shoes and bring something to drink, which is especially important in the summer months. It is recommended that members should carry their own first aid kit and Hailsham Ramblers Membership card.
A number of walking groups. We meet at the Cuckoo Trail Car Park off South Road at 9:15 for a 9:30 start. All walkers should wear boots or stout shoes and bring something to drink, which is especially important in the summer months. It is recommended that members should carry their own first aid kit and Hailsham Ramblers Membership card.
Hailsham Ramblers
Call: 01323 449256
Website: http://hailshamramblers.org/
Dog friendly walking group
This group is both for dog owners and those without dogs. As our dog members are quite energetic, particularly when off lead, we need to walk at a fairly brisk pace in order to keep up with them! Walks are local and last between one and two hours.
This group is both for dog owners and those without dogs. As our dog members are quite energetic, particularly when off lead, we need to walk at a fairly brisk pace in order to keep up with them! Walks are local and last between one and two hours.
Dog friendly walking group
The Three Milers
This is an "easy walking" group, as indicated by the name. All enquiries welcome. Meet at the Hailsham (Freedom Leisure) car park, second Wednesday in the month at 2pm.
This is an "easy walking" group, as indicated by the name. All enquiries welcome. Meet at the Hailsham (Freedom Leisure) car park, second Wednesday in the month at 2pm.
The Three Milers
Monday Morning Informal Walk
Every Monday morning we meet at the War Memorial in Hailsham at 10.20 for a 10.30am start. These informal walks organised by ‘Hailsham Friends’ and everyone is welcome but please remember they are sensitive to weather and can be cancelled at any time.
Every Monday morning we meet at the War Memorial in Hailsham at 10.20 for a 10.30am start. These informal walks organised by ‘Hailsham Friends’ and everyone is welcome but please remember they are sensitive to weather and can be cancelled at any time.
Monday Morning Informal Walk
Call: 01323 504438
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.
Book and Coffee group
The group for those who love to read and enjoy a decadent coffee! We meet at Callenders Restaurant in the High Street.
The group for those who love to read and enjoy a decadent coffee! We meet at Callenders Restaurant in the High Street.
Book and Coffee group
Book Club
2nd Thursday in the month 10.30am to 12pm at Callenders, Hailsham.
2nd Thursday in the month 10.30am to 12pm at Callenders, Hailsham.
Book Club
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.
Canasta
We play Canasta weekly, from 2pm to 4pm, on every Tuesday except the 4th in the month. All meetings now at The Crown. We help any new players to learn the game, which is not difficult. A member of the group would sit with you until you feel confident to play on your own.
We play Canasta weekly, from 2pm to 4pm, on every Tuesday except the 4th in the month. All meetings now at The Crown. We help any new players to learn the game, which is not difficult. A member of the group would sit with you until you feel confident to play on your own.
Canasta
Gardens Group
This group is for people interested in visiting and studying gardens. Times may vary according to the chosen venue.
This group is for people interested in visiting and studying gardens. Times may vary according to the chosen venue.
Gardens Group
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.
Choir
We are a small, inclusive and friendly group of singers of mixed experience. We sing a variety of music in harmony and in unison led by Cheryl Gibson, an experienced musician. The subscription is £2.00 per session inclusive of music. 1st and 3rd Tuesdays in the month from 2.30pm to 4pm at Diplocks Hall, Hailsham BN27 3JY.
We are a small, inclusive and friendly group of singers of mixed experience. We sing a variety of music in harmony and in unison led by Cheryl Gibson, an experienced musician. The subscription is £2.00 per session inclusive of music. 1st and 3rd Tuesdays in the month from 2.30pm to 4pm at Diplocks Hall, Hailsham BN27 3JY.
Choir
Drama group
Activities include play readings, improvisations, drama games and exercises, theatre visits, watching DVDs, and discussing performance and characterisation. Monthly on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 2pm.
Activities include play readings, improvisations, drama games and exercises, theatre visits, watching DVDs, and discussing performance and characterisation. Monthly on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 2pm.
