Accessing social activities in my community - The Recovery College https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community?format=html Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:54:06 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 Mens Health Walk in Sandwell https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/guides-leaflets-5/1624-mens-health-walk?format=html Mens Health Walk in Sandwell This initiative will integrate community park walks in each town, encouraging local participation while promoting key services that support mental health, with a specific focus on men’s wellbeing.

The event will be held in alignment with Men’s Mental Health Week, which begins on 9th June 2025, with scheduled activities taking place on 13th, 14th, and 15th June 2025.

Community-led 5K/1 hour park walks in each of Sandwell’s towns, open to residents. These walks will serve as an opportunity to engage with local mental health services, raise awareness of men’s mental health issues, and promote the support networks available.

Friday 13th June

  • Brunswick Park Wednesbury start time – 13.30/45 – meeting point by the play area.

Saturday 14th June

  • Sandwell Valley West Bromwich start time 10.30 am – meeting point the visitors’ centre
  • Britannia Park Rowley start time – 13.30/45 – meeting point MUGA area by car park of B4171

Sunday 15th June

  • Lightwoods Park Smethwick start time 10.30 am – meeting point Lightwoods House
  • West Smethwick Park Smethwick- 13.00/15 pm – end of event and linked to and other activities being planned
]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/guides-leaflets-5/1624-mens-health-walk?format=html This initiative will integrate community park walks in each town, encouraging local participation while promoting key services that support mental health, with a specific focus on men’s wellbeing.

The event will be held in alignment with Men’s Mental Health Week, which begins on 9th June 2025, with scheduled activities taking place on 13th, 14th, and 15th June 2025.

Community-led 5K/1 hour park walks in each of Sandwell’s towns, open to residents. These walks will serve as an opportunity to engage with local mental health services, raise awareness of men’s mental health issues, and promote the support networks available.

Friday 13th June

  • Brunswick Park Wednesbury start time – 13.30/45 – meeting point by the play area.

Saturday 14th June

  • Sandwell Valley West Bromwich start time 10.30 am – meeting point the visitors’ centre
  • Britannia Park Rowley start time – 13.30/45 – meeting point MUGA area by car park of B4171

Sunday 15th June

  • Lightwoods Park Smethwick start time 10.30 am – meeting point Lightwoods House
  • West Smethwick Park Smethwick- 13.00/15 pm – end of event and linked to and other activities being planned
]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Guides & Leaflets Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:54:06 +0000 Safer 6 Wednesbury Community Walk https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/guides-leaflets-5/1623-safer-6-wednesbury-community-walk?format=html Safer 6 Wednesbury Community Walk The Safer 6 campaign is an annual community initiative led by Sandwell Council in collaboration with the Safer Sandwell Partnership, which includes West Midlands Police, WM Fire Service, probation and various voluntary organisations. Running for 6 weeks, the campaign focusses on each of the 6 towns in Sandwell- dedicating a week to each. During these weeks, a series of events and activities are organised to address local concerns and promote safety and wellbeing. In Wednesbury we will hold a launch day on Saturday 21st June in the town centre. The safer 6 event in Wednesbury will then run from Monday 23rd June to Sunday 29th June

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/guides-leaflets-5/1623-safer-6-wednesbury-community-walk?format=html The Safer 6 campaign is an annual community initiative led by Sandwell Council in collaboration with the Safer Sandwell Partnership, which includes West Midlands Police, WM Fire Service, probation and various voluntary organisations. Running for 6 weeks, the campaign focusses on each of the 6 towns in Sandwell- dedicating a week to each. During these weeks, a series of events and activities are organised to address local concerns and promote safety and wellbeing. In Wednesbury we will hold a launch day on Saturday 21st June in the town centre. The safer 6 event in Wednesbury will then run from Monday 23rd June to Sunday 29th June

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Guides & Leaflets Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:52:10 +0000 Baby Club in Wednesbury https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/guides-leaflets-5/1621-baby-club-in-wednesbury?format=html Baby Club in Wednesbury free sessions for parents/carers with babies between 0-12 months every Thursday 1:30-2:30pm at Wednesbury Family Hub

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/guides-leaflets-5/1621-baby-club-in-wednesbury?format=html free sessions for parents/carers with babies between 0-12 months every Thursday 1:30-2:30pm at Wednesbury Family Hub

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Guides & Leaflets Fri, 23 May 2025 10:22:39 +0000 New Men's Walking and Talking Group in Walsall https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/website-8/1618-new-mens-walking-and-talking-group-in-walsall?format=html New Men's Walking and Talking Group in Walsall  

New Walk starting 7th April in Walsall

  • No need to book
  • No booking fees. Completely free
  • Just turn up at the time and location
  • Non judgemental. Peer Support

Men Walking & Talking | Mental Health Walks UK

 

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/website-8/1618-new-mens-walking-and-talking-group-in-walsall?format=html  

New Walk starting 7th April in Walsall

  • No need to book
  • No booking fees. Completely free
  • Just turn up at the time and location
  • Non judgemental. Peer Support

Men Walking & Talking | Mental Health Walks UK

 

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Website Fri, 04 Apr 2025 09:21:45 +0000 Coffee Mates in Smethwick https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/community/1615-coffee-mates-in-smethwick?format=html Coffee Mates in Smethwick Are you over 50 and looking for a friendly group to join for a drink and a chat? You are welcome at Coffee Mates!

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/community/1615-coffee-mates-in-smethwick?format=html Are you over 50 and looking for a friendly group to join for a drink and a chat? You are welcome at Coffee Mates!

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Community Spaces Wed, 26 Feb 2025 10:04:17 +0000 Half Term Sport Session https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/community/1614-half-term-sport-session?format=html Half Term Sport Session Join for a free two day community sport event for young people aged 11-18 

Tuesday 18th, Wednesday 19th February 10am-4pm

Salvation Army, 6 Merton Close, Oldbury, B68 8NG

All abilities welcome


Football

Dodgeball

Flag Football

and more

 

 

 

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/community/1614-half-term-sport-session?format=html Join for a free two day community sport event for young people aged 11-18 

Tuesday 18th, Wednesday 19th February 10am-4pm

Salvation Army, 6 Merton Close, Oldbury, B68 8NG

All abilities welcome


Football

Dodgeball

Flag Football

and more

 

 

 

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Community Spaces Mon, 10 Feb 2025 12:38:12 +0000 Men's Walking and Talking Groups https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/website-8/1612-mens-walking-and-talking-groups?format=html Men's Walking and Talking Groups Men Walking and Talking run mental health walks, with the aim of bringing men together in a safe space to end the stigma around mens mental health by supporting each other.

 

You can join one of 30+ walking groups

or

You can create your own group and be a walk leader.

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/website-8/1612-mens-walking-and-talking-groups?format=html Men Walking and Talking run mental health walks, with the aim of bringing men together in a safe space to end the stigma around mens mental health by supporting each other.

 

You can join one of 30+ walking groups

or

You can create your own group and be a walk leader.

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Website Tue, 04 Feb 2025 15:53:10 +0000 Young People Matter Conference https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/guides-leaflets-5/1609-young-people-matter-conference?format=html Young People Matter Conference A forum where young people create their own agenda and discussions around the central theme

Whats the Event about?

To support services and experiences of young people across the Black Country in partnership with Art Council, Child friendly Sandwell, VRP, Public Health

Free Food throughout the event

Scan QR Code for free tickets

Inspiring Speakers and Performers - Hear from influential leaders who will discuss critical issues and career building strategy. 

10.00am - 2.30pm

Bethel Convention Centre KELVIN WAY WEST BROMWICH BIRMINGAM B70 73W 

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/guides-leaflets-5/1609-young-people-matter-conference?format=html A forum where young people create their own agenda and discussions around the central theme

Whats the Event about?

To support services and experiences of young people across the Black Country in partnership with Art Council, Child friendly Sandwell, VRP, Public Health

Free Food throughout the event

Scan QR Code for free tickets

Inspiring Speakers and Performers - Hear from influential leaders who will discuss critical issues and career building strategy. 

10.00am - 2.30pm

Bethel Convention Centre KELVIN WAY WEST BROMWICH BIRMINGAM B70 73W 

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Guides & Leaflets Mon, 03 Feb 2025 16:03:55 +0000 Brandhall Library Activities February 2025 https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/community/1601-brandhall-library-activities-february-2025?format=html Brandhall Library Activities February 2025 Activities such as Knit & Natter, IT Help Sessions, Go Play for children

Everyday 10-,1 2-5 Free tea and coffee, comfy seats, jigsaws, books, computers and charging and a warm safe space

 

and many more activities.

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/community/1601-brandhall-library-activities-february-2025?format=html Activities such as Knit & Natter, IT Help Sessions, Go Play for children

Everyday 10-,1 2-5 Free tea and coffee, comfy seats, jigsaws, books, computers and charging and a warm safe space

 

and many more activities.

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Community Spaces Thu, 30 Jan 2025 15:42:51 +0000 DeafBlind Craft Workshop in Sandwell https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/community/1595-deafblind-craft-workshop-in-sandwell?format=html DeafBlind Craft Workshop in Sandwell a new deafblind craft group starting at Gayton Road Community Centre in West Bromwich in February.

19th February 2025 2pm-4pm

 

Please contact for more information:

craig_pothecary@sdca.co.uk

or call 07791921011

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/community/1595-deafblind-craft-workshop-in-sandwell?format=html a new deafblind craft group starting at Gayton Road Community Centre in West Bromwich in February.

19th February 2025 2pm-4pm

 

Please contact for more information:

craig_pothecary@sdca.co.uk

or call 07791921011

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Community Spaces Mon, 20 Jan 2025 10:23:47 +0000 Go Play Sandwell January 2025 https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/website-8/1592-go-play-sandwell-january-2025?format=html Go Play Sandwell January 2025 Every Monday from 6th January to 10th February

3pm-5:30pm 

St Johns Church, 53 Upper Church Lane, Tipton, DY4 9ND

Every Thursday from 9th January to 13th February

3pm-5:30pm

New Road Methodist Church, Mount Street, Tipton DY4 7DE

All Go Play  sessions are free, no need to book. Sessions aimed at children aged 6-12, up to 19 with additional needs.

For a list of Frequently Asked Questions regarding the HAF programme please visit https://holidayactivities.sandwell.gov.uk/general-registration-faq/

HAF Website https://holidayactivities.sandwell.gov.uk/

 

HAF Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SandwellHAF

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/website-8/1592-go-play-sandwell-january-2025?format=html Every Monday from 6th January to 10th February

3pm-5:30pm 

St Johns Church, 53 Upper Church Lane, Tipton, DY4 9ND

Every Thursday from 9th January to 13th February

3pm-5:30pm

New Road Methodist Church, Mount Street, Tipton DY4 7DE

All Go Play  sessions are free, no need to book. Sessions aimed at children aged 6-12, up to 19 with additional needs.

For a list of Frequently Asked Questions regarding the HAF programme please visit https://holidayactivities.sandwell.gov.uk/general-registration-faq/

HAF Website https://holidayactivities.sandwell.gov.uk/

 

HAF Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SandwellHAF

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Website Tue, 17 Dec 2024 15:24:11 +0000 Walsall Winter Holiday Children's Activities https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/website-8/1588-walsall-winter-holiday-childrens-activities?format=html Walsall Winter Holiday Children's Activities HAF is a free programme for children and young people. It runs over Easter, Summer and Christmas school holidays. Your child is eligible if they are:

  • aged 5 to 16
  • eligible for benefit-related free school meals

Programme aims

We want children who attend this provision to:

  • eat healthily over the school holidays
  • be active during the school holidays - take part in activities which support their development and wider educational attainment
  • be safe and not to be socially isolated
  • have a greater knowledge of health and nutrition
  • be more engaged with school and other local services

We also want to ensure that the families who take part in this programme:

  • develop their understanding of nutrition and food budgeting
  • are signposted towards other information and support, for example, health, employment, and education
]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/website-8/1588-walsall-winter-holiday-childrens-activities?format=html HAF is a free programme for children and young people. It runs over Easter, Summer and Christmas school holidays. Your child is eligible if they are:

  • aged 5 to 16
  • eligible for benefit-related free school meals

Programme aims

We want children who attend this provision to:

  • eat healthily over the school holidays
  • be active during the school holidays - take part in activities which support their development and wider educational attainment
  • be safe and not to be socially isolated
  • have a greater knowledge of health and nutrition
  • be more engaged with school and other local services

We also want to ensure that the families who take part in this programme:

  • develop their understanding of nutrition and food budgeting
  • are signposted towards other information and support, for example, health, employment, and education
]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Website Thu, 12 Dec 2024 16:37:43 +0000 Over 50s Friendship Group, Lion Farm Action Centre, Sandwell https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/community/1581-over-50s-friendship-group-lion-farm-action-centre-sandwell?format=html Over 50s Friendship Group, Lion Farm Action Centre, Sandwell  

A social group for over 50s.

Play games and quizzes while making friends with others.

Refreshments included.

£2  per session, Cost includes tea/coffee and biscuits

lionfarmactioncentre@yahoo.co.uk

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/community/1581-over-50s-friendship-group-lion-farm-action-centre-sandwell?format=html  

A social group for over 50s.

Play games and quizzes while making friends with others.

Refreshments included.

£2  per session, Cost includes tea/coffee and biscuits

lionfarmactioncentre@yahoo.co.uk

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Community Spaces Fri, 06 Dec 2024 16:53:58 +0000 Tettenhall Community Centre, Wolverhampton https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/community/1580-tettenhall-community-centre-wolverhampton?format=html Tettenhall Community Centre, Wolverhampton Our venue hosts a range of activities at different times throughout the week.

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/community/1580-tettenhall-community-centre-wolverhampton?format=html Our venue hosts a range of activities at different times throughout the week.

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Community Spaces Fri, 06 Dec 2024 16:44:45 +0000 Christmas Craft Family Workshop Wolverhampton https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/christmas-community-events/1579-christmas-craft-workshop?format=html Christmas Craft Family Workshop Wolverhampton FREE Christmas Family Workshops running on 16th, 18th and 20th December (4pm - 6pm) contact us on 01902 877530 or email raj.t@asan.org.uk to book your space

Wolverhampton, 

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/christmas-community-events/1579-christmas-craft-workshop?format=html FREE Christmas Family Workshops running on 16th, 18th and 20th December (4pm - 6pm) contact us on 01902 877530 or email raj.t@asan.org.uk to book your space

Wolverhampton, 

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Christmas Community Events Fri, 06 Dec 2024 16:34:47 +0000 Sedgley Library Coffee Morning https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/christmas-community-events/1572-sedgley-library-coffee-morning?format=html Sedgley Library Coffee Morning 10.30am-12pm Monday 16th December

Sedgley Library 

Christmas Coffee Morning

Drop in, All are Welcome

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/christmas-community-events/1572-sedgley-library-coffee-morning?format=html 10.30am-12pm Monday 16th December

Sedgley Library 

Christmas Coffee Morning

Drop in, All are Welcome

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Christmas Community Events Fri, 06 Dec 2024 15:52:47 +0000 Children's Christmas Craft Activities in December at Halesowen Library https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/christmas-community-events/1571-childrens-christmas-craft-activities-in-december-at-halesowen-library?format=html Children's Christmas Craft Activities in December at Halesowen Library https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/christmas-community-events/1571-childrens-christmas-craft-activities-in-december-at-halesowen-library?format=html lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Christmas Community Events Fri, 06 Dec 2024 15:51:37 +0000 Christmas Coffee Morning 12th December Netherton Library https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/christmas-community-events/1570-christmas-coffee-morning-12th-december-netherton-library?format=html Christmas Coffee Morning 12th December Netherton Library Christmas Coffee Morning in Aid of Salvation Army and Compton Hospice

Join for festive refreshments and a raffle

Between 11am-12pm

Raffle Tickets £1 per strip

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/christmas-community-events/1570-christmas-coffee-morning-12th-december-netherton-library?format=html Christmas Coffee Morning in Aid of Salvation Army and Compton Hospice

Join for festive refreshments and a raffle

Between 11am-12pm

Raffle Tickets £1 per strip

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Christmas Community Events Fri, 06 Dec 2024 15:47:08 +0000 Santa's Grotto at Dudley Zoo https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/christmas-community-events/1569-santas-grotto-at-dudley-zoo?format=html Santa's Grotto at Dudley Zoo Come along and experience the magic of Christmas at Dudley Zoo and Castle. Visit Santa in his Grotto set within the walls of the 11th century castle.

Santa’s Grotto opens on 30th November until Christmas Eve.

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/christmas-community-events/1569-santas-grotto-at-dudley-zoo?format=html Come along and experience the magic of Christmas at Dudley Zoo and Castle. Visit Santa in his Grotto set within the walls of the 11th century castle.

Santa’s Grotto opens on 30th November until Christmas Eve.

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Christmas Community Events Fri, 06 Dec 2024 15:32:19 +0000 Himley Hall Cracking Christmas Fair https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/christmas-community-events/1568-himley-hall-cracking-christmas-fair?format=html Himley Hall Cracking Christmas Fair A wonderful Christmas Experience for all ages, to include festive breakfasts, decoration and treat making with Mrs Claus and the elves, a reindeer meet and greet and various market stalls, as well as a meeting with Santa himself! 

 

14th and 15th December, times TBD

Himley, Himley Rd, Himley, Dudley DY3 4DF, UK

]]> https://www.therecoverycollege.co.uk/the-hub/accessing-social-activities-in-my-community/christmas-community-events/1568-himley-hall-cracking-christmas-fair?format=html A wonderful Christmas Experience for all ages, to include festive breakfasts, decoration and treat making with Mrs Claus and the elves, a reindeer meet and greet and various market stalls, as well as a meeting with Santa himself! 

 

14th and 15th December, times TBD

Himley, Himley Rd, Himley, Dudley DY3 4DF, UK

]]> lauren.oconnor10@nhs.net (Lauren O'Connor) Christmas Community Events Fri, 06 Dec 2024 15:30:51 +0000