Knitting and Craft Friendship Club

Broxtowe Community Social groups

Updated 13/09/2016

Stapleford:

1 Monday:

Knitting and Craft Friendship Club Do you enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch, crafts etc? If you do why not join our club and meet new friends, share ideas and swap patterns. 39-41 Church Street Stapleford Every Monday 1pm-3pm at the Helpful Bureau, 39-41 Church Street Stapleford. Cost: £1 and tea, coffee and biscuits are available. Please phone for more details on 0115 949 1175

Young at heart fitness Gentle exercise which is inclusive of all. Held in the Cliffehill Community Centre, Cliffehill road. The session is split in to separate groups depending on what type of exercise you would like. 9.30-10.15 low impact aerobics to music. 10.15-11.00 conditioning and strength work ending with a relaxation session. 11.00-11.30 tea and coffee. Cost: £4.50 per session or all morning for £5.50 For more information contact Donna on 07766014794

Tuesday:

Trivial pursuits Do you enjoy stretching your brain? If so then why not join our club where you can meet new friends and enjoy a game of trivial pursuits. We meet every other Tuesday between 1pm-3pm at the Helpful Bureau, 39-41 Church Street Stapleford. Cost: £1 and tea, coffee and biscuits are available. Please phone for more details on 0115 949 1175

Salvation Army Lunch Club. Sociable meeting for lunch – all welcome Salvation Army, Albert Avenue, Stapleford. Every Tuesday 12.15-1.00pm Cost: £3 Book in advance. Contact: Telephone: 0115 9497059 Email: [email protected]

Knitting and Craft Friendship Club Do you enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch, crafts etc? If you do why not join our club and meet new friends, share ideas and swap patterns. Held at St Helen’s Parish Church from 12noon-3pm For more information please contact the church office on 0115 9399958

Reflexology Bookings can be made for a personal reflexology appointment with a certified therapist, any Tuesday between 10.00am-3.00pm at the Helpful Bureau, Church Street Stapleford. Cost: £20 for 45 minutes. Contact: Helpful Bureau on 0115 9491175 Sequence Dance Classes

2 Sequence Dance classes where a fully qualified instructor will guide you through the basics as well as well known dance routines. Held at the New Stapleford Community Centre on Washington Drive from 7.30-9.30 pm Cost £3.50 Contact: Carol Clower on 0115 9267876

Wednesday:

St Helen’s Wednesday Friendship Club. We meet every other Wednesday, except during August and costs £1.50. Our meeting lasts for 2 hours starting at 2pm but lunch is available at 12.30 costing £3.50 and must be pre-booked through the church office. We have a speaker who will talk on a subject which we hope will interest most people, and we finish the meeting with a quiz or other item of interest. We have a meal and entertainment at Christmas and local theatre trips throughout the year. Programme of activities and events available from the church office. Contact: Mrs Jo Clements on 0115 9394021 Mrs Sheila Bowstead 0115 9392233 or the Church office on 0115 9399958

Silver surfer sessions. Confused about computers? You are not alone! So come for a lesson at our weekly sessions where volunteers will gentle guide you through how to use a computer. Why not bring a friend and share the experience? Every Wednesday afternoon at the Helpful Bureau 39-41 Church Street Stapleford. Cost: £3 for a 35 minute one to one tuition session which includes refreshments. For more information and to book contact the Helpful Bureau on 0115 9491175 These sessions have temporarily paused however they will start again in November.

Thursday:

Haven Eagles The Haven Eagles is a free club for the over 50’s. It is an opportunity for tea £1 per drink), chat and fellowship with opportunities for outings and making new friends. We meet every Thursday from 2.00pm-4.00pm at The Haven Centre, Wadsworth Road, Stapleford, NG9 8BD. Telephone: 0115 8240287 Email: [email protected]

Autumn Years Activities and Lunch Club.

3 Starting at 10.00 with Movement to music: Gentle exercises to music for the over 55’s St Helen’s Church Hall, Frederick Road, Stapleford. Thursday mornings from 10.00am-11.00am Cost: £3 per session with refreshments provided.

This is then followed by: A hot two-course lunch is served at 12:30pm. After lunch we have activities such as quizzes, bingo and raffles. Advice and information is available throughout the session. Cost: Lunch is £4.50 and tea and coffee is 50p.

Throughout the day we offer complementary therapies, nail trimming, topical speakers, information, presentations, arts and crafts, health and fitness, games, day trips, shopping trips, lunch and much more. We also offer a full personal needs assessment aimed at helping you to remain independent at home. Our community outreach Advisor can visit you at home, as many times as you like, at a time that is convenient to you to discuss your needs. Come along for all or just part of the day!

All activities are held at St Helens Church hall, Stapleford. For more information please contact: Helpful bureau on 0115 9491175

Throughout the week:

“Dig In” – Stapleford’s community allotment. Community allotment in Stapleford at Albany allotments, run by and for the local people who like growing fruit and veg. and like eating it even more! Occasional horticultural workshops, regular on-site “cook and eat” sessions and various trips and outings. It’s completely free; all materials provided for use on site. No experience or knowledge necessary; we all learn from one another. Everyone gets to take home a share of the harvest too! Regular open sessions at 10-12 on a Wednesday and Saturday. For more information: Website: www.diginstapleford.org.uk Email: [email protected] (general enquiries) [email protected] (to get involved) [email protected] (event/workshop enquiries) Telephone: 07943 700302

Bramcote

4 Tuesday:

Ladies Open House For ladies to come and share fellowship and friendship. Every Tuesday morning at 10.30am at St Michaels and All Saints Church, church Street Bramcote. Contact: 0115 9430137

Exercise classes Every Tuesday Bramcote leisure centre holds classes specifically designed for the over 50’s, with gentle exercise and a chance to socialise. Classes include: 10.30-11.15am - 50+ low impact 11.15-12noon – 50+ Tone and stretch Cost: £3.85 with a free leisure card £6.35 without a leisure card per session. Please contact the leisure centre for more information and to book a place on: 0115 917 30000

Wednesday:

Coffee Morning Open to all, every Wednesday morning at 10am at St Michaels and All Saints Church, church Street Bramcote. Contact: 0115 9430137

Advanced Sequence Dancing Class Held at Bramcote Memorial Hall this instructed class will keep you up to date with the most recent dances. Held from 1.45-3.30pm. Cost: £3.50 Contact: Carol Clower on 0115 9267876

Thursday:

Silver Surfers Bring your own laptop or use the computers provided to learn the basics of how to use a computer. Fully guided by volunteers who will work at a pace suitable for you to help you get the most from your machine. Time: 1.00pm Cost: £3 St Michaels and All Saints Church, church Street Bramcote. Contact: 0115 9430137

Exercise classes Every Thursday Bramcote leisure centre holds classes specifically designed for the over 50’s, with gentle exercise and a chance to socialise. Classes include: 12.15-1.00pm - 50+ low impact 1.00-1.45pm – 50+ Tone and stretch 12.00-12.45pm – 50+ Aqua care Cost: £3.85 with a free leisure card £6.35 without a leisure card per session. Please contact the leisure centre for more information and to book a place on: 0115 917 30000

Movement to music

5 Gentle exercise for the over 50’s which can be completed seated or standing, with refreshments provided afterwards. Held at Westbourne Court at Ewe Lamb Lane at 11.00am-12noon. There’s no need to book, just turn up on the day. Cost: £2.50. Contact: 0115 9173572 www.broxtowe.gov.uk/ezexercise

Friday:

Come Alive! Gentle movement and exercises to music for the over 60’s. Time: 10.00 Cost: £2 for refreshments St Michaels and All Saints Church, church Street Bramcote. Contact: 0115 9430137

Saturday:

EZ Nordic walking Adapted Nordic walking for all abilities. A steadier pace for more gradual learning. Particularly suitable for older adults, those with mobility issues or supported adults with a learning disability. Join Catherine for a walk around the stunning Bramcote Hills Park. Learn how to Nordic Walk with poles that provide extra support and a full body workout. A great opportunity to socialise and enjoy the great outdoors. Equipment provided. Meet in the car park of Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Road Bramcote, NG9 3GF Time: 2.00-3.00PM Cost: £5 For more information or to book contact: Catherine Hughes on 07940575758 www.broxtowe.gov.uk/ezexercise

Beeston / Chilwell / Attenborough / Toton

6 Monday:

Age Concern Chilwell For people living in the Attenborough and Chilwell areas. General chat, dominoes, cards, magazines, bingo quizzes and talks. Occasional outings such as coach trips and guest speakers. We hold special events for Christmas, Easter and Harvest Festival. Lunch is provided and transport arranged via voluntary drivers. Meets every Monday 10.00am-3.30pm Contact Doreen Chapman on 0115 9255672 Costings are on an individual basis and are made up of the following: Membership: £1.00 Raffle: 50p Meal: £4.25 and an additional 75p to cover the cost of tea, biscuits and condiments An optional Savings club of £1 per week which pays for the coach for trips out. Email : [email protected]

Beeston Probus Club A club for retired men to meet and share ideas and listen to speakers on a variety of subjects. We also have outings and lunches. The club meets on the third Monday in every month at 10:00am until 12 noon at the Beeston Methodist Church, Chilwell Road, Beeston. There is an annual subscription but we invite men to come along to a meeting or two before deciding whether to join. There is a free cup of coffee as well as the friendship and mental stimulus the meetings provide. Contact: Robert Dawson on 0115 9258727

Community Walk Meet up at the Greenwood Community Centre to join in with an organised walk, travelling by car to the starting point, this walk is organised so those needing shorter walks are able to follow one route whilst those wanting more of a challenge can follow a longer one, with everyone meeting up for refreshments after. Non-drivers can car share but will need to request this beforehand and the short walk is about 2.5 miles. Meet at the Greenwood Community Centre, Chester Green, Toton at 9.20am sharp. Contact: Graham Pointez 0115 9170956

Movement to music Gentle exercise for the over 50’s which can be completed seated or standing. Held at Southfields Court Housing, Inham Road Chilwell, NG9 4GA from 12noon-1.00pm. There’s no need to book, just turn up on the day. Cost: £2.50. Contact: 0115 9173572 www.broxtowe.gov.uk/ezexercise

Mindset Wellbeing group Join us for this peer led self-help group which aims to support anyone with a lived mental health problem. We meet fortnightly at the Beeston Resource Centre, Middle Street, Beeston between 9:30am and 12:30pm. There is no cost and no need to book. For more information please contact the centre on 0115 9252516

Poetry Group

7 Join us for a relaxed group who share a love of the written word. You can bring in some of your own work or read a favourite published poem. We meet weekly between 1:30 and 3:00pm at the Beeston Resource Centre, Middle Street, Beeston. There is no cost and no need to book. For more information please contact the centre on 0115 9252516

Movement to music Gentle exercise for the over 50’s which can be completed seated or standing. Held at the community room in Toton Tesco (near the café) at 2.15pm-3.15pm. There’s no need to book, just turn up on the day. Free refreshments provided by Tesco. Cost: £2.50. Contact: 0115 9173572 www.broxtowe.gov.uk/ezexercise

Tuesday:

The Oasis Luncheon club We meet for a midday meal at the Oasis Christian Centre, entry from the union street door. We start to serve a three course dinner at 12:15. Membership is by application. A minimum age restriction applies. All helpers are Christian and volunteer their time to help prepare and serve the meal. Twice a year we have an afternoon tea, where singing and entertainment is provided by members of the Oasis Christian Centre. For more information please contact the church office on 0115 925 5463

Age UK board games A chance to get together with other people from your local area and experience some well-loved and time tested board games. All welcome. Held in the Community Room at Toton Tesco from 1pm-3pm. For more information contact Tracie on 07907373504

Sew with us A chance to come and enjoy needlework in the company of like minded people. Held at the community room in Toton Tesco (near the café) from 7:00-9:00 pm No cost, just show up and enjoy! Free refreshments provided by Tesco.

Wednesday:

Attenborough Friendship Group We have quizzes, speakers, teas and outings. This enables the elderly to get out of their homes and enjoy the company of other people. Held on alternative Wednesdays at 2.30pm-4.00pm Cost: £3 annual subs with £1 daily fee which includes tea/biscuit and a raffle ticket. Contact Shirley Porter on 0115 9221183

Movement to music 8 Gentle exercise for the over 50’s which can be completed seated or standing, held at The Pearson Centre, 2 Nuart Road, Beeston, Nottingham every Wednesday at 2pm-3pm. There’s no need to book, just turn up on the day. Cost: £2.50 Contact: 0115 9173572 www.broxtowe.gov.uk/ezexercise

Young at heart fitness Gentle exercise which is inclusive of all. Held in the community room at Toton Tesco (upstairs near Costa Coffee) every Wednesday 12 noon – 1pm. Cost: £3.50 or £6 for a couple. For more information contact Donna on 07766014794

Sewing and needlecraft A chance to bring along your own craft pieces to work on surrounded by like-minded company in a welcoming environment. This free event happens at the Beeston Community Resource Centre, Middle Street Beeston from 10.00am-12noon. Contact: 0115 9252516

Tea Dance Run by the Peggy Payne School of dance, this social dancing event allows friends and partners to go out and share in a social dancing event. Unfortunately we cannot provide dancing partners. Held every Wednesday at the Beeston Youth and Community Centre at 2.00-4.00pm. Cost: £3.50 including refreshments Contact: Peggy Payne on 0115 9259580

Walking Football Same rules as football, only walking! Aimed at people aged over 55’s but all are welcome to join us. A slow paced version of football with one rule change - no running allowed! A social session aimed to keep you active. Equipment and refreshments provided. Held at Chilwell Olympia Sports Centre at 2.00-3.00pm. Meet on 3G pitch 3. £2.00 with refreshments after. Contact: 0115 9173572 www.broxtowe.gov.uk/ezexercise

Over 60’s art group Run by Age UK this art group is open to all levels of experience or skill. Held at the community room in Toton Tesco (near the café) from 2:15-4:15pm. This activity is free to take part in, just show up on the day, but we do need to pay for insurance for which we ask for a contribution once a year. All refreshments free of charge and provided by Tesco. For more information contact David on 0115 9176182

Carers support group Run by the carers hub this is a chance for carers to come and meet with their peers and professionals who can help support you in your caring life. There are support workers and specialist speakers who come as well as activities to keep your mind occupied. This group is held on the 1st Wednesday of every month in the community room at Toton Tesco from 10am – 12noon. For more information please contact Sue Cain on 0115 8248824

Thursday: 9 Men in Sheds This project is aimed at supporting older men who want to get together and share and learn new skills in the welcoming space of a “shed”. The caretaking team will provide the “shed”, tools, materials equipment and practical support. There is currently no cost for this activity which is held at The Middle Street Resource Centre between 10.15am and 12.45pm. For further information please contact the resource centre on Telephone: 0115 9252516

The Two O’Clock Club A varied programme of talks and outings Every Thursday at 2pm-4pm (except August) At Chilwell Road Methodist Church, Beeston Admission £2 for non-members which includes tea and biscuits. Contact 0115 9259199

Flower arranging Held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 12.30-3.00pm in the community room at Toton Tesco (near the café). For more information contact Gill on 0115 9712346

Toton Over 50’s Group (TOFS) Held at the Greenwood Community Centre 8 Chester Green, Toton, NG9 6LN. We meet every Thursday afternoon at 2.00pm-4.00pm for various activities, speakers, quizzes, slideshows and walks. There are arranged outings, day trips, weekend trips and a Christmas “diner party”. Cost: £2 including refreshments Contact: Chairman Graham Pointez 0115 9170956

Beeston Memory Café The café is a safe, friendly venue where folk with dementia and those who support them can meet. Café sessions include social activities, information and the opportunity to meet and get to know new people. Held at the Middle Street Centre, Beeston, NG9 2AR every second and fourth Thursday of the month at 2.00-4.00pm. For more information email [email protected]

Mindset Voice Hearers Group Are you a sufferer of Schizo-affective disorder or Paranoia? Have you experienced psychosis ? If the answer is “YES”, we have a monthly support group which runs from 2.30-4.00pm. The meetings will take place once a month on Thursdays at: Broxtowe Day Services, 73 Middle Street Beeston NG9 2AR. If you are interested and would like some more information, please contact the centre on 0115 9252516

10 Mindset Cinema Club Come and join us for a night with the stars! We show a wide variety films on our large projector in both 2d and 3d every other Friday at the Beeston Resource Centre, Middle Street, Beeston between 12.30 and 4.00pm. Cost: £1 for a 2d film or £2 for a 3d film. You can bring your own snacks or purchase them at the café for a reasonable price. For more information please contact 0115 9252516

Beeston University of the Third Age. U3A is an autonomous self-funding co-operative of older people which enables members to share many educational, creative and leisure activities. All members can take from it what they want, and give to it what they can contribute. Members, through sharing their knowledge, skills and experience, learn from each other, meet new people, make new friends and expand their world. Members drive the organisation and activities and this gives us great freedom and independence to provide what YOU, the members, want. The Open Meeting is held monthly, at 10.00am on the first Thursday of each month at Chilwell Road Methodist Church, Chilwell Road, Beeston. There will normally be a guest speaker, and an opportunity to find out about the Interest Groups that are available to members. Refreshments are provided and you can chat to other members and learn all about the organisation. The web site gives contact information, details of Group activities , news from the Goups and how to join. We also publish a newsletter which gives this information and copies are also available on this site. The annual subscription is currently £15. In addition each interest group has to be self financing and therefore, depending on the activity, there may be a small charge per session to cover room hire and any other relevant costs or expenses of that group. Contact: mailto:[email protected] Web page: http://beestonu3a.org.uk/

Friday:

A vintage tea parlour – coffee morning Open to all, we are open every Friday 10.00am-3.00pm at Oban House, Chilwell Road Beeston. Homemade cake and tea/coffee for £2, tea and toast for £1.50 and a freshly made sandwich or toasted sandwich for £2. Funds raised will be used to help Voluntary Action Broxtowe in our continued work to support local people. Contact: 0115 9178080

Craft and chat Held in the Community room at Toton Tesco between 2pm and 4pm. Contact Barbara on 07925317011

Activity morning An activity morning for the young at heart! Held every Friday morning at 9.30-12.30 at Chilwell Olympia Sports Centre. A leisure card is required to access facilities however if you are over 65 and have a state pension you can have a free concessionary card, just bring ID with you such as your bus pass. The cost of the session is £3.85 per hour which includes Low impact body conditioning or table tennis. You can then pay an additional £1.25 and have access to refreshments and a variety of other games and activities. Contact: 0115 9173333

11 Trowell / Awsworth

Monday:

Awsworth Activities Group Held at Awsworth Village hall from 11am-12.30pm. Come along for the whole session or just a part of it. Various activities are available which include: Reminiscences group – please feel free to bring along any memorabilia of past times to share. Games – such as scrabble, dominoes, cards etc. Movement to music – a gentle exercise class for the over 55’s which starts at 11.00am. Cost: Movement to music £3. Refreshments are free. For more information contact The Helpful Bureau on 0115 9491175

Trowell Woman’s Institute Ladies Choir The Choir was formed in 1970 and has always had non-WI members. We are a very friendly, lively group of about 18 ladies who enjoy singing. We entertain at local Care homes and some other events (sometimes WI) with a mix of light popular songs and the odd comedy sketch. We practice on Monday nights 7.30 to 9pm at the Church Hall, Nottingham Rd, Trowell from the first Monday in September to the end of June. We welcome any ladies who would like to come along to see what we do and think about joining us. There are no auditions and it is not necessary to read music – you will probably know the songs anyway. Contact Liz Carter on 0115 9394339 if you would like more information, or to discuss how we can entertain you or your organisation.

Movement to music Gentle exercise for the over 55’s which can be completed seadted or standing, with refreshments provided afterwards. Held at Awsworth Village Hall at 11am-12noon. There’s no need to book, just turn up on the day. Cost: £3.00 including refreshments. Contact: 0115 9173572 www.broxtowe.gov.uk/ezexercise

Tuesday:

Trowell Women’s Institute The Woman’s Institute offers women the opportunity of sharing friendship and learning, to help widen their horizons and together influence local, national and international affairs. We are an active, flourishing and welcoming group, with a broad range of ages, backgrounds and interests. We meet on the third Tuesday of the month (except August) from 7.30pm in the Parish Hall. We normally have a guest to entertain us and all meetings except the Christmas and Birthday Parties are open to visitors. We also go on outings such as coach trips, walks and concerts. We aren’t just jam and Jerusalem – though we haven’t appeared on a calendar! We have a lot of fun and want to share it. Contact Liz Carter on 0115 9394339

Movement to music Gentle exercise for the over 50’s which can be completed seated or standing, held at Church Close Housing, Church Close, Trowell, Nottingham every Tuesday at 10.30am-11.30am. There’s no need to book, just turn up on the day. Cost: £2.50 Contact: 0115 9173572 www.broxtowe.gov.uk/ezexercise

12 Wednesday:

Trowell Women’s Institute Darts We have darts social evenings with other WI’s and friends from the area. Everyone can have a game and we all enjoy the fun, whether we can hit the board or not. These are usually held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month in the Parish Hall. Cost: £1.50 which includes tea / coffee and biscuits. Contact Liz Carter on 0115 9394339

Thursday:

Advanced sequence dancing Class Held at Trowell Parish Hall this instructed class will keep you up to date with the most recent dances. Held from 715-9.30pm. Cost: £3.50 including refreshments Contact: Carol Clower on 0115 9267876

Friday:

St Helen’s Community Luncheon Club. A 2 course lunch is served every Friday at St Helen’s Church Hall, Nottingham Road, Trowell, except summer, Easter and Christmas school holidays, for people aged over 55 years who live in the local area. The meal is cooked and served on the premises by trained volunteer staff. Guests are welcomed with a hot drink from 11.30am and lunch is served at 12 noon. Another hot drink is available after the meal. A charge of £3 applies, and we are a non-profit making organisation. For more information and to put your name on the waiting list please contact: Mrs Pauline Hughes, Secretary, on 0115 9441977.

Let’s Dance! An evening of social interaction and social dancing including ballroom, Latin and easy sequence dances. This is a social event and does not include any instruction. Held every Friday evening between 7.45-10.30pm at Trowell Parish Hall. Cost: £3.50 including refreshments Contact: Carol Clower on 0115 9267876

13 Eastwood / Newthorpe/ Selston / Jacksdale

Monday:

Lunch Club for the over 50’s. Hot meals freshly prepared on the premises Singles and couples all welcome Lots of activities from bingo to entertainment as in guest speakers, slide shows, trips out etc Open 10.00am - 2pm at the Colin Dyson Centre, Edward Road, Eastwood. Cost: £5.00 Contact: 01773 714596

Greasley Miners Welfare Ladies Section A chance for ladies to socialise, we meet every Monday at 7.00pm, with guest speakers. Cost: Free entry, 50p for a hot drink. The bar is also open. Dovecote Road, Eastwood. Contact: 01773 712086

Craft n Chat This group meets at 2pm every third Monday each month at St Mary’s Church, Church Street, Eastwood. Meet with others to make craft items using various skills: knitting, crochet, cardmaking, jewellery making etc. Have a nice cup of tea, relax and chat whilst making your craft item. Items produced by our Craft n Chat group are usually sold for profit at church fund raising events. Although we are a group of ladies at the present time, our Craft n Chat group is not an exclusive club and everyone is welcome - men included! For more information please contact the Church Office on 01773 710 770

Wives Group We are a group of ladies who meet in the church lounge at St Mary’s Parish Church, Eastwood every 2nd and 4th Monday in the month at 2pm. We have guest speakers, meals out and some social activities. We are a friendly group and we would welcome any ladies who would like to join us. For more information please contact the Church Office on 01773 710 770

Tuesday:

Wednesday:

Lunch Club for the over 50’s. Hot meals freshly prepared on the premises. Singles and couples all welcome Lots of activities from bingo to entertainment as in guest speakers, slide shows, trips out etc Open 10.00am - 2pm at the Colin Dyson Centre, Edward Road, Eastwood. Cost: £5.00 Contact: 01773 714596

14 St Mary’s Friendship Club Activities include various speakers, meals and trips out, friendship and fellowship. Weekly meetings in the church lounge on Wednesday afternoons 2.00pm – 3.30pm Men and Woman aged 50 and over are very welcome. Weekly cost of £1.50 for members. Church lounge (rear of church) St Mary’s Church, Church Street Eastwood. Contact Derry Matthews 01773 712424

Eastwood and District Ladies Probus Club We meet the first Wednesday of every month upstairs at the Horse and Groom at Mooregreen. Lunch is chosen from the menu and varies in pricing but costs an average of £6.50 for a meal and sweet. We aim to have speakers at some meetings but there will always be an activity of sorts. Cost: Annual subscription of £15 Contact: Mrs Maree Smith on 01773 787206

Thursday:

Relaxed racquets session Enjoy table tennis and badminton in this informal session. Play doubles or singles and socialise with friends. Refreshments provided afterwards. Held in the sports hall of the Greasley Sports and Community Centre, Dovecote Road, Newthorpe, NG16 3QN from 9.00-10.00am. No need to book, just turn up! Cost £2 per session including refreshments. Contact: 0115 9173572 www.broxtowe.gov.uk/ezexercise

Steady cricket A relaxed game of cricket inside using indoor cricket equipment. Hit fir six in an enclosed environment whilst staying active with friends with refreshments afterwards. Held in the sports hall of the Greasley Sports and Community Centre, Dovecote Road, Newthorpe, NG16 3QN from 10.00-11.00am. No need to book, just turn up! Cost £2 per session including refreshments. Contact: 0115 9173572 www.broxtowe.gov.uk/ezexercise

Walking netball A social game of netball with one rule change – no running allowed! Pass, move and shoot to stay active with friends with refreshments afterwards. Held in the sports hall of the Greasley Sports and Community Centre, Dovecote Road, Newthorpe, NG16 3QN from 11.00am-12noon. No need to book, just turn up! Cost £2 per session including refreshments. Contact: 0115 9173572 www.broxtowe.gov.uk/ezexercise

15 Griesley Miners Welfare Bingo Bingo sessions held every Thursday. Doors open at 7.30pm with Bingo starting between 8.00 and 8.30pm Contact: 01773 712086

Friday:

Coffee Break All are welcome to come to our coffee morning held at 10.00am-12noon at St Mary’s Parish Church, Church Street, Eastwood.

Saturday:

Griesley Miners Welfare Bingo Bingo sessions held every Saturday with additional entertainment. Doors open at 7.00pm with Bingo starting at around 7.30pm. Contact: 01773 712086 Sunday:

Griesley Miners Welfare Bingo Bingo sessions held every Sunday with additional entertainment from an organist. Doors open at 7.00pm with Bingo starting between 7.30 and 8.00pm Contact: 01773 712086

16 Nuthall / Kimberley

Monday:

Kimberly Woman’s Institute Meets monthly on the 2nd Monday of the month at Kettlebrook Lodge, Eastwood Road Kimberley at 8.00pm. Open to all ages of Women within our community and visitors are welcomed. Cost: Annual fee payable for members – visitors £4 Contact: Pam Bradley on 0115 9384676

Walking football It's the same rules as football but there's one small difference - you can only walk! No running, just walking! A social session aimed to keep you active with refreshments provided afterwards. Suitable for beginner and intermediate players. Held at Kimberley Leisure Centre, Newdigate Street, Kimberley, NG16 2NJ from 11.00am-12noon. Meet on the 3G pitch near the entrance. Cost: £2 per session Contact: 0115 9173572 www.broxtowe.gov.uk/ezexercise

Tuesday:

Zumba™ Gold This is a low impact dance fitness class, and if you can walk briskly for 40 minutes then this is for you. Suitable for people with joint problems or replacements. Held at the Temple Centre, 44 Nottingham Road Nuthall at 10.30am Cost: £4 Karen 07905375067

Nuthall Historical Society First Tuesday of the month from September to April. Speakers on topics linked to local history. A coach outing is usually arranged in August. Held at St Patricks Church Hall at 7.30pm Cost: £3 for visitors or members a subscription of £12 a year. Contact: John Doyle on 0115 9137754

Wednesday:

The Spinney 10.00am-2.30pm Run from The Spinney residential Home, Ash Crescent, The Spinney is a day social group for Nuthall residents. The group is for senior people who have difficulty getting out and transport is provided by voluntary drivers. Refreshments, speakers, socialising, quizzes, a hot meal, raffle and bingo are all part of the weekly itinerary. Cost: £6 fully inclusive. Contact: Sheila Longdon on 0115 9382862

17 Kimberley Pensioner’s club This is a social group designed for the over 60’s with various activities, guest speakers, bingo and trips out including a special trip at Christmas. Transport for trips can cater for wheelchair users. Free refreshments provided in a very friendly atmosphere. Held at the Parish Hall, Newdigate Street Kimberley at 1.30-3.00pm Cost: Yearly subscription of £4 with a weekly cost £1 which includes a cup of tea and a biscuit. Contact: Anne on 0115 9385362

St Patricks Tea Club Aimed at housebound, lonely and elderly people within our community. The session begins with a short, informal, low key service which includes some older favourite hymns. This is followed by tea, cake and fellowship. Transport is available provided by volunteers from the church. First Wednesday of the month at 3:00pm At St Patricks Church Hall annexe. Contact: Mavis on 0115 9272361 Cost: No fee but donations welcome.

Kimberley Memory Group Held at Rumbletums Café, 2a Victoria Street, Kimberley, NG16 2NH. We meet fortnightly at 10:30-12:30. For people with a dementia and their carers. Contact Kate on 0115 9278326

Thursday

Walking football It's the same rules as football but there's one small difference - you can only walk! No running, just walking! A social session aimed to keep you acxtive with refreshments provided afterwards. Suitable for beginner and intermediate players. Held at Kimberley Leisure Centre, Newdigate Street, Kimberley, NG16 2NJ from 12noon-1.00pm. Meet on the 3G pitch near the entrance. Cost: £2 per session Contact: 0115 9173572 www.broxtowe.gov.uk/ezexercise

18 Watnall / Greasley / Brinsley Monday:

Coffee Morning Informal and friendly coffee morning open to all, held at St James the Greater Church, Church Lane, Brinsley every Monday morning at 10.30am

Brinsley Woman’s Fellowship. Social group held at Brinsley Parish Hall on the 1st Monday of every month at 2pm-4pm. Refreshments included. Cost: £3 annual membership plus £1.50 weekly fee. Contact Noreen on: 01773 712575

Movement to music Gentle exercise for the over 50’s which can be completed seated or standing, with refreshments provided afterwards. Held at Brinsley Parish Hall, Cordy Lane, Brinsley, Nottingham at 10am- 12noon. There’s no need to book, just turn up on the day. Cost: £2.50 including refreshments. Contact: 0115 9173572

Tuesday:

Watnall Women’s Institute To promote friendship and learning through social activities, including art and craft workshops, walks, Tai Chi and Scottish dancing. Watnall WI meets monthly on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Watnall WI Hall, Main Road Watnall. The evening begins at 7.15pm and keeps members abreast of activities, provides a speaker or social occasion, and of course includes a cup of tea. All women are invited to come along for an evening. Annual fee payable. 0115 953 7679

Wednesday:

Zumba™ Gold This is a low impact dance fitness class, and if you can walk briskly for 40 minutes then this is for you. Suitable for people with joint problems or replacements. Held at the Greasly Sports and Community Centre at 11.00am Cost: £4 Karen 07905375067

Friday:

Elderberries Held every Friday afternoon 2pm-4pm at the Greasley Sports and Community Centre, Dovecote Road. We have dances once a month and a speaker three weeks out of four. There are refreshments included in the price and there are raffle tickets available to purchase also. Transport is not provided. Cost: Annual fee of £3 and then a weekly fee of £1.50 Contact: Albert Birkin on 01773 788020

19 Groups which cover all of Broxtowe

Bowling in Broxtowe Do you enjoy spending time outdoors, keeping fit and meeting new people? Why not try outdoor bowling? It’s fun and enjoyable, suitable for all ages and abilities; no previous experience or equipment is necessary and there is the potential to join a bowls club and play matches. There are six bowling greens managed by Broxtowe Borough Council. Beeston - Broadgate Recreation Ground, Broadgate Beeston Fields Recreation Ground, Central Avenue Chilwell - Inham Nook Recreation Ground,Pearson Avenue Stapleford - Hickings Lane Recreation Ground, Hickings Lane Queen Elizabeth Park, Toton Lane Toton - Manor Farm Recreation Ground, Toton Lane Bowling can be enjoyed during the months of May to September on our outdoor greens. They are open seven days a week from 10.30 a.m. in the morning until dusk with the exception of Thursday mornings when the greens are closed for essential maintenance. An attendant is available on site during these periods. A season ticket for unlimited play is £20.50 (concessions) and can be purchased from the cash offices Monday to Friday from 8.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. at : Council Offices, Foster Avenue, Beeston Carnegie Centre, Warren Avenue, Stapleford. Rinks can also be booked on a causal ad hoc basis Rinks can be booked by contacting the council offices in Beeston on 0115 9173649. There are six rinks at each site, four of which are available for bookings with the other two left free for casual play. No booking is required for casual play (subject to rink availability) and if players haven’t purchased a season ticket, payment can be made directly to the attendant on site on a per person per hour basis of £1.50 concessionary rate. For more information contact: The Directorate of Technical Works and Services on 0115 9173649

Exercise For Health Referrals and Cardiac Rehabilitation in Broxtowe Broxtowe Borough Council are helping Broxtowe residents to get fit and active, by offering leisure and physical activity opportunities to in-active patients when recommended by their GP or Health Professional.

Patients can be recommended to Leisure Services for a Health and Fitness Membership or to Broxtowe Sport for a variety of community based physical activity sessions.

Health and Fitness Memberships

Patients can take out a Vitality Health and Fitness Membership at one of the three Leisure Centres within Broxtowe:

 Bramcote Leisure Centre  Kimberley Leisure Centre  Chilwell Olympia Sports Centre

Customers will receive a gym induction as part of the membership. A tailored 1-2-1 exercise programme designed with a fully qualified Fitness Advisor is also available to help prepare patients for their journey of independent exercise. Following the gym induction each patient will be free to exercise at their own convenience. Qualified staff will be available to offer advice when needed.

20 Patients will be a able to choose from a wide range of activities including:

 Health & Fitness Classes  Swimming  Fitness Suite  Health Suite (Sauna, Steam and Spa)

Memberships for the Exercise for Health Scheme are offered at a substantially discounted rate to help individuals achieve their goals.

The rate of membership is £15 per month for the first three months, then £19.95 per month thereafter. This includes unlimited use of all the facilities.

Community Based Physical Activity Sessions

Broxtowe Sport offer and have links to a variety of sports and physical activity sessions across the Borough of Broxtowe led by qualified instructors and volunteers. There are opportunities suitable for pregnant women, new mums, older adults, people with disabilities and people new to exercise. Activities take place at a number of venues across the Borough of Broxtowe throughout the week. Opportunities can be selected to suit the individual.

Cardiac Rehabilitation

Heartbeats is a network of exercise sessions throughout Broxtowe, suitable for people with diagnosed heart problems who would like to be more active.

Heartbeats is open to patients through referral by hospital and community cardiac rehabilitation teams. Referrals are also accepted by other Health Care Professionals such as Cardiac Rehab Nurses, GP's and Heart Failure Nurses.

The BACPR Instructors

Our BACPR Instructors have all successfully completed the British Association of Cardiac Prevention and Rehabilitation (BACPR) Specialist Exercise Instructor Level 4 Cardiac Qualification.

The Referral Process

Patients with the following cardiac conditions can be referred to Heartbeats:

 Myocardial Infarction  Percutaneous Coronary Intervention  Cononary Artery Bypass Grafting  Aortic or Mitral Valve Replacement or Repair  Stable Angina  Heart Transplant  Heart Failure  Cardiomyopathy  Arrhythmia and or implantable Devices

Patients must also be;

 Clinically stable prior to the event 21  Motivated to attend the sessions  Able to exercise Independently and safely

Referral Method

After completing a phase 3 programme, patients should be informed of the exercise opportunities available to them in order to continue with their rehabilitation. For patients wishing to continue with exercise a BACPR form is required.

Once we receive the referral form (http://www.broxtowe.gov.uk/CHttpHandler.ashx? id=31830&p=0), we will contact the the patient within three weeks, to arrange an induction at either Bramcote Leisure Centre or Kimberley Leisure Centre.

Induction

The initial session for each participant will include:

 An explanation of how the sessions run  Checking referral details  Appraisal of cardiac and non-cardiac risk factors  Physical assessment  Reminder of the use of the Borg Scale  Goal setting  Answering any questions or concerns

After the induction patients will be invited to join into the group sessions held at Bramcote or Kimberley Leisure Centres. The following sessions run each week.

Heartbeat Sessions Day Time Location Instructor Session Kimberley Leisure Monday 10am - 11.30am Graham Fretwell Supervised Circuit Session Centre Monday 11am - 12.30pm Bramcote Leisure Centre David Howe Supervised Gym Session Wednesday 2pm - 3.30pm Bramcote Leisure Centre David Howe Supervised Circuit Session Kimberley Leisure Thursday 10am - 11.30am Chris Hallam Supervised Gym Session Centre

Cost of the Sessions

There is a charge of £4.45 per 90 minute session. This is payable to the Leisure Centre each time you attend. Concessionary Direct Debits options are also available. Please speak to your instructor for further information.

Duration of the Programme

On-going assessments by the BACPR instructor will access the readiness of the patient to move into mainstream leisure activities. It is expected that the maximum length of time a participant will spend on the programme is six months.

Opportunities to Exercise After the Programme

22 Once the BACPR instructor is satisfied that the patient is safe to join mainstream leisure activities and the patient themselves feels safe to do so, the instructor will discuss the different types of suitable activities that are available to them.

Further afield Monday 23 Hard of Hearing Group The opportunity to meet and socialise with others who are also living with some kind of hearing impairment in a relaxed and informal setting. Run by Kindred Spirits, this is held at Bradbury House, 12 Shakespeare Street Nottingham, NG1 4FQ every 2nd Monday of the month at 10.30am. Cost: £1 payable at reception upon arrival. For more information please contact the Age UK office on 0115 8440011

Singing for the brain Singing for the Brain brings people together in a friendly, fun and social environment. Based around the principles of music therapy, the stimulating sessions include vocal warm-ups and singing a wide variety of familiar and new songs. Held fortnightly at Part Lutterell Hall, Church Drive, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 6AY from 1.30 – 3.00pm. For more information please contact: Telephone: 0115 934 3800 (Office opening times: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.) Email: [email protected]

Dementia cafe The Dementia Cafe provides information about living with dementia and other services available locally in an informal and comfortable environment. A Dementia Café is also a place to relax, socialise and meet other people with dementia and their carers. Held on the first Monday of the month New Rise, Clifton NG11 8BF from 1.30-3.30pm. For more information please contact: Telephone: 0115 934 3800 (Office opening times: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.) Email: [email protected]

Tuesday Scrabble Group These are extremely light-hearted sessions, we even use dictionaries! Scrabble boards provided. No need to pre-book just turn up. Run by Kindred Spirits, this is held at Bradbury House, 12 Shakespeare Street Nottingham, NG1 4FQ every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1.30pm. Cost: £1 payable at reception upon arrival. For more information please contact the Age UK office on 0115 8440011

Asian Ladies Association, Wollaton A group run by Asian women (50+ years) for Asian women in Nottinghamshire. Physical and social activities are organised on a regular basis. The focus is on physical, mental and social health and well-being. Meetings: Tuesdays, 12.15pm-3.15pm, St Leonard's Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton, Nottingham, NG8 2ND. Free parking is available. £3 per month membership charge. The venue has level access and meetings are held on the ground floor. There is an induction/hearing loop system. Telephone 0115 925 2498, Manjit Kaur-Jones, Monday-Friday, 10.00am-4.00pm Singing for the brain

24 Singing for the Brain brings people together in a friendly, fun and social environment. Based around the principles of music therapy, the stimulating sessions include vocal warm-ups and singing a wide variety of familiar and new songs. Held at the Woolaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Road, Nottingham NG8 1FG fortnightly from 2.00-3.30pm. For more information please contact: Telephone: 0115 934 3800 (Office opening times: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.) Email: [email protected]

Singing for the brain Singing for the Brain brings people together in a friendly, fun and social environment. Based around the principles of music therapy, the stimulating sessions include vocal warm-ups and singing a wide variety of familiar and new songs. Held at Thackerays Lane, Woodthorpe, Nottingham NG5 4HT fortnightly from 11.00am-12.30pm. For more information please contact: Telephone: 0115 934 3800 (Office opening times: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.) Email: [email protected]

Dementia cafe The Dementia Cafe provides information about living with dementia and other services available locally in an informal and comfortable environment. A Dementia Café is also a place to relax, socialise and meet other people with dementia and their carers. Held fortnightly at the St. Leonards Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, Nottingham NG8 2ND from 10.00am-12noon. For more information please contact: Telephone: 0115 934 3800 (Office opening times: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.) Email: [email protected]

Nifty 50’s A chance to take part in activities such as swimming, table tennis, bowls, badminton, Zumba, aqua aerobics (extra £1 charge) and access to the gym. Cost: £5 to join the scheme and then £3.50 every week. Held at the Portland Centre, Muskham Street, Nottingham, NG2 2HE from 9.00am-1.00pm. For more information please contact the centre on 0115 8599968

Wednesday

25 Sport for thought This is a free weekly session for men and women diagnosed with early onset dementia and their carers; we provide fun activities to help people become more active, energised and socially active. It’s held every Wednesday at the Portland Centre, Muskham Street, Nottingham, NG2 2HE between 3.00-4.30pm. The men’s sessions include activities such as badminton, basketball, table tennis and bowls then cool down at the end with refreshments and a chat. Contact Ian Richardson on: Telephone: 0115 9055896 Email: [email protected] The women’s sessions include activities such as Zumba, swimming, soccercise, aqua aerobics, badminton and table tennis bowls then cool down at the end with refreshments and a chat. Contact Emma Trent on: Telephone: 0115 9055896 Email: [email protected]

Beetle Drive Join us for a friendly game of beetle. No need to pre-book just turn up. Run by Kindred Spirits, this is held at Bradbury House, 12 Shakespeare Street Nottingham, NG1 4FQ every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 1.30pm. Cost: £1 payable at reception upon arrival. For more information please contact the Age UK office on 0115 8440011

Civil Service Retirement Fellowship A social group predominantly for retired Civil Servants but open to all who wish to come, there are regular speakers and refreshments available. We meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at The Nottingham Mechanics, 3 North Sherwood Street, Nottingham NG1 4EZ at 10.30am – 12noon. Cost: £3 Contact: Pam Bradley on 0115 9384676

The Sahara Asian Elders group is a social group for Asian elders from across the district of Broxtowe. Time is spent on a range of activities or just relaxing and socialising. There are regular exercise sessions, arts & crafts, games, singing and dancing. Hot drinks and snacks are served every week. All Asian elders are welcome to attend. Sahara Asian Elders Group meets every Wednesday from 12.30-3.00pm. If individuals are unable to use public transport and live in the Broxtowe Borough area then it is possible to help arrange voluntary transport. The Willows Community Room, Willows Warden-aided Complex, Dovecote Lane, Beeston. Contact: Indu Merwaha on 07957 777577

Thursday 26 The People’s Choir The aim of the choir is to promote health and well-being through the joy of singing though the ability to sing is not required! The choir is held at Royal Concert Hall on Thursdays 1pm-2.30pm and is open to all, with people attending who have memory issues plus others with mental health issues, physical disabilities and learning disabilities. We sometimes have to change venue if the concert hall is unable to accommodate us but we do tell people when this will be happening and we always ensure the replacement venue is appropriate for our needs including having disabled access. There is a small cost for the Peoples Choir of £2 per week and free refreshments are available. There are no auditions and you don’t need to be able to read music; we are a very informal, relaxed group. If people have specific needs or require support we ask that their support worker attends but we do have the support of an ex-mental health nurse who comes to all the sessions. Please note that the choir does not meet during school holidays. For more information please contact: Jane Seaton on 07896 298590 or email [email protected]

Dementia cafe The Dementia Cafe provides information about living with dementia and other services available locally in an informal and comfortable environment. A Dementia Café is also a place to relax, socialise and meet other people with dementia and their carers. Held every 3rd Thursday of the month at Part Lutterell Hall, Church Drive, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 6AY between 1.30 – 3.30pm. For more information please contact: Telephone: 0115 934 3800 (Office opening times: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.) Email: [email protected]

Friday Ageless Grace Fun and functional chair based activities with moves set to a variety of music for approximately 30- 40 minutes. Run by Kindred Spirits, this is held at Bradbury House, 12 Shakespeare Street Nottingham, NG1 4FQ every Friday morning at 10.30am, no need to pre-book just turn up. Cost: £2.50 payable to Ali on the day. Contact Ali for other classes around the County on 07943 508074

Film Club Monthly showing of popular films. Examples of the upcoming films shown in 2016 are: September – Singing in the Rain October – Chocolat November -Jungle Book December - Laura’s Star Run by Kindred Spirits, this is held at Bradbury House, 12 Shakespeare Street Nottingham, NG1 4FQ every 3rd Friday of the month at 1.30pm. Cost: £1 payable at reception upon arrival. For more information please contact the Age UK office on 0115 8440011

Older Lesbian Network A social group with opportunity for interesting discussions and outings. 27 Run by Kindred Spirits, this is held at Bradbury House, 12 Shakespeare Street Nottingham, NG1 4FQ. Please contact Age UK reception for dates and times. Cost: £1 payable at reception upon arrival. For more information please contact the Age UK office on 0115 8440011

Dementia cafe The Dementia Cafe provides information about living with dementia and other services available locally in an informal and comfortable environment. A Dementia Café is also a place to relax, socialise and meet other people with dementia and their carers. Held on the fourth Friday of the month at Thackerays Lane, Woodthorpe, Nottingham NG5 4HT from 10.30am-12.30pm. For more information please contact: Telephone: 0115 934 3800 (Office opening times: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.) Email: [email protected]

Throughout the week

The Friendship Group The friendship group is a warm and welcoming place for older people which is open Monday to Friday. Many activities occur throughout the day including arts and crafts, socialising, trying new experiences and exercise. There are professional services to promote a healthy lifestyle including aromatherapy massage, chiropodist and hairdresser visits and information and advice. A midday meal is served and refreshments are included. Held at the Radford Centre for Care, Prospect Street, Radford between the hours of 09.00am-3.30pm. For costs and information please contact: 0115 9786133

The best foot forward scheme

28 Best Foot Forward is a weekly programme of free guided health walks in open spaces around Nottingham, funded by Nottingham City Council. For each walk there are two walk leaders present, one leads from the front and the other follows at the back of the group, this enables all walkers to find their own pace. Best Foot Forward is accredited to walking for health. Anyone can join the walks but children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and we do not allow dogs or smoking on any of our walks. There is a brief health questionnaire to complete before your first walk. No need to pre-book to attend the walks, just turn up! Walks take place whatever the weather. If you require any further details please call Age UK Notts on: 0115 844 0011 or visit the website https://www.walkingforhealth.org.uk/walkfinder/best-foot-forward

Walks include:

Monday:

Bestwood Walk A walk offering a variety of routes around the Bestwood area. All the walks are in the Green Flag areas of Bestwood including some in Southglade Park. Meeting place: Southglade Access Centre, Southglade Road, Bestwood Estate at 1.15pm Grade: Easy to moderate Walk length: 1 and 3 miles Duration: 40-60 minutes Terrain: Relatively flat

Woodthorpe Grange Park Walk The Grange is a 19th century Grade II listed manor which sits amidst a mix of landscapes and includes formal gardens. There is also an innovative train sculpture and ‘sunken garden’ with water feature. Meeting place: Sherwood Community Centre on Mansfield Road at 10.30am Grade: Easy to moderate Walk length: 1.5 – 2 miles Duration: 60 minutes Terrain: Varied inclines and some steep steps

Tuesday:

Nuthall Railway Walk Part of the old Great Northern Line, this is a new footpath which passes fields of barley, rape seed and corn. Stop halfway for a coffee at Three Ponds Pub at Nuthall. Meeting place: Snapewood Community Centre at 10.30am Grade: Moderate Walk length: 3 miles Duration: 2 hours with a stop Terrain: Includes a walk through fields or woods if it is dry

Wednesday:

29 St. Ann’s & Sneinton Walk A walk along the boundaries, passing through Victoria Park Conservation Area, King Edward Park and Stonebridge City Farm. Meeting place: Victoria Swimming Baths, Bath Street at 10.30am Grade: Easy to moderate Walk length: 1 and 2 miles Duration: 40 minutes Terrain: Mostly flat

Strelley Woodland & Countryside Walk Taking in the stones of Monks Way, Strelley Hall and All Saints Church. A path through Oldmoor Wood takes us into open fields, before continuing up Catstone Hill to the underground reservoir. Meeting place: Broad Oak Public House, Strelley Village at 10am Grade: Moderate to hard Walk length: 4 miles Duration: 90 minutes Terrain: Open fields and hilly at times This walk runs on the 1st Weds of each month

Thursday:

Forrest and Arboretum Walk A varied walk around the Forest following established pathways, with extensive views of the city from the lovely wooded areas. Leading to a walk around the Arboretum. Grade: Easy to Moderate. Walk length: between 1.5 and 3 miles. Duration: 40 – 90 minutes. Terrain: Wooded areas. Meeting point: 10.15am inside the Mary Potter Centre (near the City Homes Desk on the ground floor), Gregory Boulevard, Nottingham NG7 5JD.

Friday:

Wollaton Park Walk A number of pleasant walking routes in Wollaton Park, with its 16th Century Hall, lake and deer park. Meeting place: Wollaton Park, first car park, Wollaton Road entrance at 10am Grade: Easy to moderate Walk length: 1.5 and 3 miles Duration: 60 minutes Terrain: Gentle incline at times

Victoria Embankment Walk This is a steady walk along the beautiful tree lined Victoria Embankment and gardens. Refreshments available. Meeting place: The gate entrance of Trent Bridge, London Road at 10.30am Grade: Easy Walk length: 2 and 3 miles Duration: 60 – 90 minutes Terrain: Flat

Old Basford Walk 30 A flat walk with benches at intervals. Lots of interesting wildlife can be found along the way. Meeting place: The Garage on Mill Street at 10.30am. We park our cars at The Mill on Bagnall Road and return there for refreshments after. Grade: Easy Walk length: 2 miles Duration: 40 – 60 minutes Terrain: Flat

The men in sheds scheme

31 Men in Sheds is a project that supports older men who want to get together to share and learn new wood-working skills. Age UK Notts provides the ‘shed’ – a workshop, tools and equipment and a co-ordinator for support. But the day-to-day running of the shed is left to the shed members who choose the activities they want to participate in. Shed members come from a wide variety of backgrounds ranging from highly skilled to beginners. All work together and there is a role for everyone. Members can put their skills to good use, share their knowledge, learn new skills and put the world to rights over a cup of tea. The products produced by the shed members are sold to help support the Men in Sheds project.

What are the benefits of joining this project? Opportunities to socialise and make new friends Experience the camaraderie of working with other men Put practical skills to good use and share them with others Try something new and learn new skills

Who is this project for? Men aged 60+

How much does it cost to become a member? £2 per session

Blidworth shed Unit 4, Boundary Court, Gilbert Way Burma Road, Industrial Estate Nottinghamshire NG21 0RT Mon - Thu: 9am - 4pm Contact Pat Lacey on Telephone: 01623 797 750 Mobile: 07872 839 629 Email: [email protected]

Daybrook shed The Stores Building Jubilee House Compound Nottingham Road Daybrook, Nottingham NG5 6JR Mon, Tue, Thu: 9am - 12 noon, 12.30pm - 3pm Contact Kevin Edwards Telephone: 0115 920 8771 Mobile: 07872 839 570 Email: [email protected]

Worksop shed Unit 2, Kilton Terrace Worksop, Nottinghamshire S80 2DQ Wed, Fri: 9am - 4pm Contact Patrick Lacey t 01909 549 078 m 07872 839 629 e [email protected]

Day care facilities

32 Radford Care Group Day Centre Radford Care Group Prospect St, Nottingham NG7 5QE Contact: 0115 9786133 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.radfordcaregroup.org.uk/services/elders-day-group/

We provide professional and personal care to support elders and give valuable respite to carers. What can I expect on a typical day in Elders Daycare? On arrival we provide tea/coffee and refreshments as well as a 2 course hot midday meal. Then during the day some of our activities are: Arts and crafts (daily) Gentle Exercise Cards Bingo Computer training on request (internet linked) As well as this, we have regular visitors to the centre who do activities such as movement to music, entertainment and information sharing along with regular outings for lunches or a full day out. We can also support with bathing and hairdressing services. Whilst elders are in our care we aim to: Help keep their independence whilst giving valuable respite to carers Keep them active and stimulated Keep them in touch with the community Help them feel part of a warm and friendly environment. What services do you provide? At lunchtime we provide a nourishing meal with refreshments and we will fulfil any specific requests with regards to dietary needs. We can arrange transport to the centre for those living nearby (NG7/NG8 area) We receive referrals from Adult Services, GPs, health services and families. Please feel free to discuss your needs in confidence with the Day Care Co-ordinator. Cost are dependent on level of support required and can be discussed further.

Christine Bates Day Care Centre

33 Wren Hall Nursing Home 234 Nottingham Road, Selston Nottinghamshire NG16 6AB Tel: 01773 581 203 Fax: 01773 860 683 Email: [email protected] http://wrenhall.com/christine-bates-day-care-centre.php

We are open to anyone aged 45 years or over who require physical, emotional and social support. We aim to provide a variety of activities which each person can choose to participate in or access. These activities include: Craftwork such as knitting, peg weaving, painting and drawing. Entertainment such as Music entertainment, sin-a-longs, poetry reading/listening, dancing, chair based exercises, acting and quizzes. Meaningful occupation such as washing up, ironing and laundry, gardening, baking and caring for pets such as dogs, chickens, rabbits and budgies. Pamper sessions including manicures, pedicures, massage, hairdressing/barber services, reflexology and aromatherapy. Promoting well-being such as physiotherapy, chiropody, nature walks, and a bathing or showering service. Socialising such as group discussions, 1:1 chats and sight-seeing, theatre and shopping trips. Hot and cold refreshments are available throughout the day as well as breakfast, lunch and tea. We are open 7 days a week, 52 weeks of the year between the hours of 7:30am and 10:00pm including bank holidays. Price list for day care (per person per day): High dependency £64 Medium dependency £33 Bath with assistance of one carer £10.50 Bath with assistance of two carers £16.50 We offer transport by car or wheelchair accessible minibus and the charge is £4 per day within a 5 mile radius. Mileage in excess of this charged at: 80p per mile up to 50 miles.

Sybil Levin Health & Wellbeing Centre

34 The Sybil Levin Centre 577a Nuthall Road Cinderhill Nottingham NG8 6AD 0115 978 0011. http://www.ageuk.org.uk/notts/our-services/day-care-services/

We provide a warm, safe and stimulating environment for older people with different levels of care needs at our specialist day care centre for older people. We offer person-centred care that seeks to enhance the choice and independence of older people. The centre is equipped to support people who are physically frail, have dementia or a disability and offer supported services such as hairdressing and bathing. Sybil Levin provides a range of stimulating activities, day trips, nourishing hot meals and door-to- door transport to improve the wellbeing of the older person. We also celebrate special occasions, holidays and festivals. What do we offer? Specialist support for older people with higher levels of care needs Companionship, support and personal care such as bathing or hairdressing A variety of stimulating activities including arts and crafts, music and movement, and reminiscing Nourishing hot meals and refreshments Door-to-door transport via our specially adapted minibus We can offer extra support and help you to access: Carers’ respite if you are supporting an older person Information on other agencies and services that can help Counselling if you need someone to talk things through Advocacy if you need support, representation or help to make difficult decisions Information and advice on benefits entitlements, financial matters, aids and adaptations

How much does this service cost? Prices vary according to individual needs You may use your Personal Budget as determined by the Council or self-fund Contact us For more information or to access this service, please contact Michelle Sanderson at 0115 978 0011.