Nearly 50 activities a week – run by locals, for locals. Everyone’s welcome. See activity descriptions below then check the calendar to get up-to-date dates and times.
Monday
12 activitiesJohn Storer Kitchen
John Storer House
Cooked-to-order lunches, freshly-made sandwiches, snacks, cakes, and bean-to-cup coffee at great prices. Relax, work, meet friends – or take away if you’re in a rush. All welcome.
See the CaféMemorable Mondays
John Storer House
Well-Being Day Service – singing, drama, gentle exercise, arts and crafts, and much more. Respite for carers, care for those they support.
Book a PlaceAllotment Session
Well-being Allotments
Therapeutic gardening in the fresh air – a friendly, hands-on session for all abilities.
EnquireCraft and Sewing
John Storer House
Bring a project or start a new one – a welcoming craft and sewing group as part of our Well-Being programme.
EnquireGentle Keep Fit
John Storer House
Gentle fitness classes that build your physical confidence so you can stay independent and enjoy time with family and friends.
Join InLine Dancing Waitlist
John Storer House
Lively classes and lots of fun. Not for absolute beginners – please ask at the Help Desk to join the waitlist.
Ask at Help DeskRummikub
The Café
Discover laughter, connection, and new friendships. Just turn up – no experience needed.
Just Turn UpScrabble Club
The Café
An informal group in the Café looking for new players. Come in and join in – all levels welcome.
Just Turn UpLOROS Bereavement Support Hub
John Storer House
Compassionate guidance and practical support for people facing grief and loss. A safe space with trained volunteers.
Just Turn UpBridge Club
John Storer House
Two years’ playing experience preferred. A friendly regular meet for keen players.
EnquireWomen’s AA
John Storer House
A safe, supportive space where women can share their experiences with alcohol addiction alongside others who understand.
Just Turn UpCancer Self Help Group
John Storer House
Supporting people affected by cancer. A warm welcome awaits – just turn up, or contact David.
Call DavidYour donation today keeps us open tomorrow
Support Charnwood’s heart. Nearly 50 activities a week, over 140 volunteers, hundreds of people supported – all made possible by donations. Give what you can and join our cause.
Donate Now Registered charity no. 1087692Tuesday
13 activitiesJohn Storer Kitchen
John Storer House
Cooked-to-order lunches, freshly-made sandwiches, snacks, cakes, and bean-to-cup coffee at great prices. Relax, work, meet friends – or take away if you’re in a rush. All welcome.
See the CaféTHYME – Therapeutic Horticulture for You and Me
Well-being Allotments
Well-Being Day Service based at our allotments – therapeutic gardening, socialising and respite for carers.
Book a PlaceWAMM – Well-being & Memorable Moments
John Storer House
Full-day Well-Being programme – singing, drama, music, gentle exercise, arts and crafts, and lots of connection.
Book a Place@Ease
John Storer House
Speakers, music, quizzes, games – every week is different. Swap loneliness for laughter, routine for variety.
Call MargaretFix IT Clinics
John Storer House
Phone playing up? Tablet giving you grief? A friendly tech expert is on hand to help.
Call for InfoJSH Lunch Club Booking
The Café
Two-course hot lunch for £9.50, or £12.50 with lift to and from home. Booking required.
Book LunchFresh Start 1st Tue/mth
John Storer House
A social group for widows meeting for friendship and interest. Led by volunteer Margaret. 1st Tuesday of the month (except July).
EnquireGrace’s Knitting Group
The Café
Meet in the Café to make items for fun and chit chat. Just turn up to join in with Grace and friends.
Just Turn UpMusical Memory Box 2nd & 4th Tue
John Storer House
Singing, music and gentle seated exercise. No musical experience needed, no booking required.
Just Turn UpBeginners’ Bridge
John Storer House
Tuition and practice with experienced volunteers. Just turn up at the start and say hello.
Just Turn UpThe Relationships Centre
John Storer House
Counselling for every type of relationship. Referrals via Relate Leicestershire.
Call to ReferDarts For All
John Storer House
A friendly, alcohol-free, accessible non-pub setting. Beginners to seasoned players, over-18s only.
Just Turn UpSpeakers Club 2nd & 4th Tue
John Storer House
Meets every second and fourth Tuesday, Autumn through Spring. Call Arthur Murray for details.
Call ArthurWednesday
9 activitiesJohn Storer Kitchen
John Storer House
Cooked-to-order lunches, freshly-made sandwiches, snacks, cakes, and bean-to-cup coffee at great prices. Relax, work, meet friends – or take away if you’re in a rush. All welcome.
See the CaféTHYME – Therapeutic Horticulture
Well-being Allotments
Full-day Well-Being service at the allotments – gardening, socialising, respite for carers.
Book a PlaceWAMM – Well-being & Memorable Moments
John Storer House
A varied Well-Being day – music, drama, gentle exercise, arts, crafts and connection.
Book a PlaceCraft and Chat
Shepshed Volunteer Centre
Friendly craft group at Shepshed Volunteer Centre – all welcome.
Call for InfoHeron Café Every 2nd Wk
John Storer House
Charnwood Arts’ Heron Café with Musicworks – live music, singing, gentle movement, and connection. Join in or sit back and enjoy.
Just Turn UpJSH Lunch Club Booking
The Café
Two-course hot lunch for £9.50, or £12.50 with lift to and from home. Booking required.
Book LunchMacular Society Support Group 2nd Wed/mth
Contact for location
For anyone affected by central vision loss – and their family, friends and carers. Contact Sharon to confirm location.
Call SharonAl-Anon
John Storer House
Support for friends and families of people with alcoholism.
Just Turn UpAA (Alcoholics Anonymous)
John Storer House
Support for those experiencing alcoholism and working toward sobriety. Contact Matt for details.
Call MattThursday
11 activitiesJohn Storer Kitchen
John Storer House
Cooked-to-order lunches, freshly-made sandwiches, snacks, cakes, and bean-to-cup coffee at great prices. Relax, work, meet friends – or take away if you’re in a rush. All welcome.
See the CaféDrama
John Storer House
Drama session as part of our Well-Being programme – expression, laughter, and connection.
EnquireTHYME – Therapeutic Horticulture
Well-being Allotments
Full-day Well-Being service at the allotments.
Book a PlaceWAMM – Well-being & Memorable Moments
John Storer House
A varied Well-Being day – music, drama, gentle exercise, arts, crafts, and connection.
Book a PlaceLipreading Class Term Time
John Storer House
Learning to lipread in a fun, relaxed atmosphere for those who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Contact ProviderActive Charnwood Wellbeing Walk
Meet at the Café
About 1 hour 15 minutes at a steady pace for 3 miles or so, back to the start. Look for the chatty group in the Café.
Call for InfoGentle Keep Fit
John Storer House
Gentle fitness that builds confidence to stay independent and active.
Join InSlimming World
John Storer House
Supporting weight loss and healthy living with Tina Charles.
Call TinaLoughborough Town Bridge Club
John Storer House
League meeting for advanced players. Contact Paul Anderson for details.
Call PaulPlay Canasta 1st Thu/mth
John Storer House
Monthly meet on the first Thursday. Run by Loughborough U3A.
Call U3ATara Meditation Every 2nd Wk
John Storer House
See clearly and maintain a peaceful, balanced mind. Every second week, just turn up.
Check ScheduleFriday
7 activitiesJohn Storer Kitchen
John Storer House
Cooked-to-order lunches, freshly-made sandwiches, snacks, cakes, and bean-to-cup coffee at great prices. Relax, work, meet friends – or take away if you’re in a rush. All welcome.
See the CaféJoyful Soles Footcare
John Storer House
Advice and treatment for foot complaints with Melissa.
Call MelissaCraft
John Storer House
Well-Being craft session – all abilities welcome.
EnquireFeel Better Through Activity & Socialising
Scope Room (upstairs)
Exercise, art, eating well and more – run by ADHAR. All welcome. Also runs Mondays.
Call SonalJSH Lunch Club Booking
The Café
Two-course hot lunch for £9.50, or £12.50 with lift to and from home. Booking required.
Book LunchMusic & Movement
John Storer House
Well-Being session combining music with gentle, joyful movement.
Book a PlaceBingo! New
John Storer House
Bingo’s back! Cash prizes, Ann’s cakes, and a cool air-conditioned room. Café open for teas, coffees, iced lattes. 18 to 118, everyone’s welcome.
Just Turn UpSaturday
2 activitiesJohn Storer Kitchen
John Storer House
Breakfast and full menu on Saturdays. Cooked-to-order dishes, freshly-made sandwiches, snacks, cakes, and bean-to-cup coffee. All welcome – eat in or take away.
See the CaféDr Lego’s Brick Club
John Storer House
Children stay, play, and explore with bricks and sets. Weekly one-hour build challenge. £5 per hour or £12 for 3 hours.
Call After 4pmSunday
2 activitiesQuakers Society of Friends
John Storer House
The Society of Friends welcomes everyone wishing to experience Quaker worship. Free to attend.
Call MikeRedeemed Christian Church of God
John Storer House
Meets every Sunday. Contact Chucks Echezona for details.
ContactYou can make a difference to people’s well-being today
£4.50 buys three days of Your Store support for a family. Scan the QR code on our website or donate online to give what you can and join our cause now.
Donate Now Registered charity no. 1087692