#2 Community Activities in Warm Spaces in Southampton
(For adults, children and pre-schoolers in postcode order)
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SO14
SECTION 1 — ADULTS
(Many groups welcome under 4 years with their parents)
Southampton Libraries run many adult activities such as digital support, job clubs, bridge and canista, Family History, Language support etc.
For more information : Search results | Southampton City Libraries
Saturdays
Breakfast Club
at the Life Church Southampton Free
Venue: The Boathouse, 11 Cranbury Terrace, SO14 0LH
Time: 8:30am–10:30am. When: 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month
Contact: 023 8098 1023
Mondays
Community Café — Northam Community Centre
Address: Kent Street, SO14 5SP
Time: 11am–1pm Details: Friendly drop‑in café for local residents.
Contact: Danielle — 07501 888331
Adult Reading Group at the Central Library SO14 7NW
From 2pm – 3pm Friendly book chat, no pressure to read aloud.
SEN‑friendly: Calm, predictable, small group.
Check on their website for more activities Search results | Southampton City Libraries
Contact: 023 8083 3007
Tuesdays
Singing for Well‑being — MAST Mayflower Studios
Address: Above Bar Street, SO14 7DU
Time: 2pm–3:30pm. Age: 55+
Cost: Pay What You Decide
Contact: 023 8071 1811
Digital Skills Drop‑In at Central Library SO14 7LW
From 10 am to 12 am. Help with phones, tablets, emails.
SEN‑friendly: One‑to‑one support available.
Contact: 023 8083 3007
Wednesdays
Citizens Advice Drop-in at Central Library SO14 7LW
From 10 am to 1pm. Free Advice on many topics.
Contact: 023 8022 3659
Thursdays
Knit and Natter at Central Library SO14 7NW
From 10 am to 12 am. Bring your own knitting, SEN‑friendly: Quiet, low‑pressure.
Check on their website for more activities Search results | Southampton City Libraries
Contact: 023 8083 3007
SCM Marketplace: Saint Mary’s, Chapel Rd, SO14 1AQ
THURSDAY 10AM – 1PM. SCM Marketplaces are warm spaces to meet friends, over a cuppa and pick up subsidised food items if you are registered as a member. The catchment area for SCM Marketplace: Saint Mary’s is the SO14 postcode.
Contact: jacqueline@southamptoncitymission.co.uk
Fridays
Clothes Bank (reference needed) at Address: Lodge Road, SO14 6RF
Time: 11am–2pm. Café and Clothes bank (Southampton City Mission)
Contact: hello@saintmarys.church; or 07796 422481
Coffee and Chat at Central Library SO14 7NW
From 10 am–11:30 am. Social group, SEN‑friendly: Gentle, welcoming.
Contact: 023 8083 3007
Friday Friends Sewing Club at The Sewing Hub, Unity 12, 9-19 Rose Road, SO14 6TE
From 10am to 1.00 pm. The group is supervised by volunteers, for those who want to continue with their projects they have started. Only suitable for those confident enough to use a machine. The Sewing Hub will also do repairs and alterations at other times see
Find out more at: https://sewinghub.co.uk/alterations/ Contact: 07766140060
Adult Social Gaming at Board in the City, 38–40 Onslow Rd, SO14 0JG
From 6pm-10pm. Price: £3 entry. Board games, socialising. SEN‑friendly: Structured games help reduce social pressure. Check on Events – Board in the City for confirmation.
Contact: 023 8038 3980
SECTION 2 — YOUTH (Ages 5–16)
Saturdays
Mini Ballers (Ages 4–8) at Solent Sports Complex, SO14 0YN
From: 9am–10am. Fun basketball skills for boys & girls Cost: £35 registration + £30/month
Midi Ballers (Ages 8–10)
Venue: Solent Sports Complex, SO14 0YN Time: 9am–10am Details: Skills, drills, games
Cost: £35 registration + £30/month
Contact: 023 8201 3277
Coding Club at Central Library SO14 7LW
From 10am–11am. Scratch coding. SEN‑friendly: Step‑by‑step, small group.
Check on their website for more activities Search results | Southampton City Libraries
Contact: 023 8083 3007
Mondays
Board in the City CIC (Ages 5–16)
Venue: 38–40 Onslow Road, SO14 0JG Time: 4pm–11pm Details: Board games, activities, snacks, kitchen open Cost: £3 for ages 5–16 / £5 adults (free if not playing). Note: Under‑14s cannot be left unattended.
Contact: 023 8178 3240 / info@boardinthecity.co.uk;
Tuesdays
Homework Club at Central Library SO14 7LW
From 3:30 pm–5.00 pm. Quiet study space. SEN‑friendly: Staff support available.
Check on their website for more activities Search results | Southampton City Libraries
Contact: 023 8083 3007
Wednesdays
Board in the City CIC
Venue: 38–40 Onslow Road, SO14 0JG
Time: 6pm–11pm
Cost: £3 for ages 5–16
Contact: 023 8178 3240
City Eye Young Filmmakers (Years 8–13)
Venue: MAST Mayflower Studios, SO14 7DU Time: 6pm–7:30pm (term time)
Details: Scriptwriting, storyboarding, filming, editing Cost: £60 per term / £30 bursary
Contact: 023 8071 1811 / admin@city-eye.co.uk
Thursdays
Board in the City CIC at 38–40 Onslow Road, SO14 0JG
From 4pm–11pm Cost: £3 for ages 5–16
Contact: 023 8178 3240
Lego Club at Central Library, SO14 7LW
From 4 pm–5pm Lego challenges. SEN‑friendly: Structured, hands‑on.
Check on their website for more activities Search results | Southampton City Libraries
Contact: 023 8083 3007
Northam Well Within at Northam Community Centre, Kent St, SO14 5SP
Begins at 7.00 pm and includes Kick boxing, Boxing, Puzzles and Board games
Contact: info@menfittz.com;
Fridays
Board in the City CIC
Venue: 38–40 Onslow Road, SO14 0JG Time: 4pm–11pm Cost: £3 for ages 5–16
Contact: 023 8178 3240
U14 Kestrels Basketball (Ages 12–14)
Venue: Solent Sports Complex, SO14 0YN
Time: 5:30pm–7pm
Details: Boys only (Years 8–9)
Cost: £35 registration + £30/month
U16 Kestrels Basketball (Ages 14–16)
Venue: Solent Sports Complex, SO14 0YN
Time: 7pm–8:30pm
Details: Boys only (Years 10–11)
Cost: £35 registration + £30/month
Contact: 023 8083 3007
SECTION 3 — UNDER SCHOOL AGE (0–4 years)
Term time only unless specified
Mondays
SCC Family Hubs: Maple Family Hub —
Daily Activities: Best Start Family Hub – Citywide what is on
Venue: 60–68 Clovelly Road, SO14 0AU
Contact: 023 8033 1635
Under 4’s Play at Northam Community Centre, Kent Street, SO14 5SP
From 1pm – 2.30 pm. Toys, social play. SEN‑friendly: Spacious, low‑pressure.
Contact: 023 8022 5083
Tuesdays
Parent Social at The Boathouse Community Café 11 Cranbury Terrace, SO14 0LH
From 10am–12pm Free drinks and cake; relaxed space for parents with little ones
Contact: 023 8098 1023
Baby Rhyme Time at Central Library, SO14 7NW
From 10 am–10:30 am. Songs, rhymes. SEN‑friendly: Gentle, short session.
Check on their website for more activities Search results | Southampton City Libraries. Contact: 023 8083 3007
Time 4 Play (SEND Play Session) at Maple Family Hub, 60–68 Clovelly Road, SO14 0AU
From 1:00–2:30pm Specialist play session for children with additional needs/Sensory activities, support for parents Ages: 0–5 SEN‑friendly: Fully SEND‑focused
Contact: 023 8033 1635
Wednesdays
Little Life Toddler Group at The Boathouse, 11 Cranbury Terrace, SO14 0LH
From 10 am–11:30 am. Price: £1–£2 Toys, crafts, snacks SEN‑friendly: Warm, small group
Contact: 023 8098 1023
Play Café – St Mary’s Church, St Mary’s Rd, SO14 6RF
When: Wed 9:30 am–11.00 am. Free. Play, crafts, snacks. SEN‑friendly.
Contact: 07796 422481
Support, Play & Learn Together at Maple FH, 60–68 Clovelly Road, SO14 0AU
From 1:00–2:30pm Open-access play session, Indoor & outdoor activities, Book & toy library. Contact: 023 8033 1635
Fridays
Storytime at Central Library, SO14 7NW
From 10 am–10:30 am. Songs, rhymes. SEN‑friendly: Gentle, short session.
Check on their website for more activities Search results | Southampton City Libraries
Contact: 023 8083 3007
#2 Community Activities in Warm Spaces in Southampton
(For adults, children and pre-schoolers in postcode order)
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SO15
SECTION 1 — ADULTS
Multiple Days
Shirley Men’s Shed – St James Road, SO15 5HE
Men’s Shed Club Bramson Rd, SO15 3FQ.
Tuesday morning 9:30 – 12:30; Tuesday evening–main open evening 19:30–22:00
Thursday evening 19:30 – 22:00
Friday morning 9:30 – 12:30
Contact: 023 8184 5991 (call before visiting for the first time). You can find us on the left at the far end of the church car park, in Bramston Road. Do come and join us! If you can, ring our Secretary, Brian Hooper, on 07790 850501 to let us know you’re coming.
Mondays
TEAPOT at St James Rd Methodist Church, SO15 5HE
On the 1st Monday of the month, 2.30pm – 4.30pm
Teapot is a gathering of people to enjoy tea, coffee most importantly a range of delicious home-made cakes. It a really good place to come if you are on your own or lonely and would like to meet and chat to new people.
Contact: 023 8077 6565.
BEREAVEMENT CAFÉ at St James Rd Methodist Church, SO15 5HE
The last Monday of each month except in August
The Bereavement Cafe meets in Make and Brew at St James Road Methodist Church from 2 pm–4pm, offering support and chat to anyone recently bereaved. Term time.
Contact: 023 8078 7762
Community Club at St. James’ Park, Church Street, SO15 5LW
Every Monday and Wednesday, 11-4pmIn these free sessions we offer a clean, stress-free safe area for you to come and meet like-minded people 18+. We play a lot of board games, like Scrabble and Rummikub. There is IT help offered too.
Contact: 023 8077 9763
Tuesdays
CRAFT AND COFFEE at St James Rd Methodist Church, SO15 5HE
10am – 12 noon for anyone who enjoys crafts of any kind will enjoy Craft and Coffee. You can bring your own crafts to do and share, or learn a new craft. Refreshments are available throughout the morning, or you can buy a coffee from Make and Brew. The Craft and Coffee members meet in the large hall, enter from the car park at the back and follow the corridor to the end and turn right.
Contact: 023 8077 6565.
Parklife Embroidery group –at Parklife Café, St James Park, SO15 5SD
First Tuesday of the month from 1pm – 4pm – a friendly social group for all and a safe space to share sewing or other craft projects £2 per person per session
Contact: call 023 8077 9763 or email info.parklifecafe@gmail.com
SUPPER CLUB at St James Rd Methodist Church, SO15 5HE
The second Tuesday of each month, Doors open at 5.45pm
Supper Club is a monthly gathering to enjoy a 3-course home cooked meal, complete with after dinner mints! Especially suitable for people who live alone or who do not enjoy cooking, Supper Club is popular with people of all ages and situations. There is no set charge, but a collection is always taken. Booking ahead is essential
Contact: 023 8078 7762
Wednesdays
Coffee & Chat at St Mark’s, Archers Rd, SO15 2LU
From 10 – 11:30am. Do come and say hello and have a cuppa!
Contact: 023 8063 2690
Coffee Morning at St Edmunds Church Hall, (small lounge)14 Rockstone Place, SO15 2EQ.
From 10.30 to 12.00 Come and join us!
Contact: 023 8033 3589
MHA Fish and Chips at Hebron Court, SO15 5WB
On the third Wednesday from 12.30 pm to 2.00 pm. £7.00 for the one course.
Contact 07999407548 (Tabby) Please book ahead
LADIES CLUB at St James Rd Methodist Church, SO15 5HE
On the third Wednesday of each month 2.00 – 4.00pm. All ladies welcome to come and meet in Room 3 for chat and a cup of tea.
Contact: 023 8077 6565
Sanctuary Art and Crafts at Shirley Parish Hall, 1a Colebrook Ave, SO15 5NS
Wednesdays from 9.00 to 12.15 Adults only
This weekly group is designed to be a sanctuary – for you and whatever creative gifts you do or don’t have! Bring whatever art or craft you enjoy – sewing, knitting, painting etc – or just bring yourself. No booking necessary – just turn up.
Contact: 023 8077 1755
Community Club at St. James’ Park, Church Street, SO15 5LW
Every Monday and Wednesday, 11-4pm. In these free sessions we offer a clean, stress-free safe area for you to come and meet like-minded people. We play a lot of board games, like Scrabble and Rummikub. There is IT help offered too.
Contact: 023 8077 9763
Lunch Club at St James by the Park, SO15 5JY
On the second Wednesday of each month from 12.00 to 1.30 pm.
Contact: 023 8077 1755
Folk Dance at Freemantle & Shirley Community Centre, Randolph St, SO15 3HE
From 13:30 to 15:30 (2nd Wednesday of month)
Contact: Cath Watkins 02380 227 256
Thursdays
Cuppas Friendship Club at Kings church, Coxford Road, Lordshill, SO15 5LL
Join Communicare in Southampton and the children from Oakwood Primary School for their monthly friendship club. Running on the 3rd Thursday of every month, from 10.30 am onwards. Contact: 023 8250 0050.
Haven Lunch Club (Communicare & St Marks Church) at St Mark’s Church, Archers Road, SO15 2LU. From 11.00 am-2.30 pm £5,00 for a 2-Course Home Cooked Lunch & Social Activities. Everybody welcome
Contact: 023 8063 2691 (St Marks Office) to book your space
Who Let the Dads Out – St James Methodist, St James Road, SO15 5HE.
Great food (bacon rolls), tea, coffee and meet other dads
Saturday morning 9.30 to 11.30 once a month usually the second Saturday.
Contact: maureen.syed@btinternet.com
SO15
SECTION 2 — YOUTH (Ages 5–16)
Multiple Days
The Quays Swimming/Diving Complex, 27 Harbour Parade, SO15 1BA
Contact 02380 510 666 https://bhliveactive.org.uk/contact-us
Sound Pop Academy at Richard Taunton College, Hill Lane, SO15 5RL.
We run sessions every week (during school term times) whilst offering additional performance opportunities, social events, and trips. We pride ourselves on providing affordable first-class tuition for young people who want to grow musically, perform in awesome shows and make incredible like-minded friends.
Free taster session: https://www.soundpopacademy.co.uk/book-online/
When: see website
Who: 3 to 5 years 6 to 9 years and 9 years to 17 years
Cost: see website
Contact: 02382 547324 Online contact form: https://www.soundpopacademy.co.uk/contact/
Saturdays
Soccer School on Saturdays at Goals, Third Ave, Millbrook SO15 0JZ.
Tots sessions from 9.30 (ages 18 months – 4yrs)
Beginners sessions 9.30 & 10.30 (age 5-8yrs)
Intermediate & Advanced sessions 10-11.30 (up to 14yrs)
Online booking is essential via website to guarantee a space.
https://sfcoaching.simplybook.it/v2/
Cost: £6 per session
Sundays
Free Family Lego Sessions at Parklife Café, St James Pk, SO15 5SD
Sundays 12.30 pm – 2 pm held in the community room
No need to book. Refreshments available in the café
Contact 023 8077 9765 or info.parklifecafe@gmail.com
Thursdays
Saints “Kick”” at Goals Third avenue, Millbrook SO15 0JZ.
Free, fast-flowing football. Aimed at 8–18-year-olds, strives to bring young people together to play sport whilst socialising with friends.
When: Thursdays 5.30-6.30pm Cost: Free
Contact: 07754 557852
SF Coaching After-School Club at Goals, Third Ave, Millbrook SO15 0JZ.
Thursdays 4:30-5:30 & 5:30-6:30. Block booking per 7 week term.
Who: Age 6yrs and over (Nov-Dec 2022)
Cost: £52.50 for block booking.
Online booking essential at https://sfcoaching.simplybook.it/v2/
Email: southampton@goalsfootball.co.uk
Fridays
Kids Club at The Salvation Army, Victor Road, Shirley, SO15 5LH.
Fridays 6.15-7.30p.m. (Term Time Only).
Who: School year 1-6
Contact: 02380 771655 email: southampton.shirley@salvationarmy.org.uk
Connect Youth club at The Salvation Army, Victor Road, Shirley, SO15 5LH.
Fridays 7.45-9.00p.m. (Term Time Only).
Who: School year 7-11
Contact: 02380 771655 email: southampton.shirley@salvationarmy.org.uk
SO15
SECTION 3 — UNDER SCHOOL AGE (0–4 years)
Multiple Days
SCC Family Hubs Information
The daily event can be found Here: family-hub-what-s-on-schedule-2024-3-june-to.pdf (southampton.gov.uk)
The Ashby Centre, Stratton Road, SO15 5QZ
Contact: 023 8054 0135
Saturdays
Rugbytots Southampton Central at Richard Tauntons 6th Form College, SO15 5RL
Saturdays 9.30am (2-3.5yrs), 10.05 am (3.5-5 yrs.).
Sundays 8.40am and 10.05am (3.5-5yrs) 9.30 and 10.55 (2-3.5yrs)
Dynamic weekly play sessions enabling boys and girls aged 2-7 to develop their social and physical skills in a fun, positive environment. £7.75 per session
Web search: https://clubhubuk.co.uk/clubs/rugbytots-southampton-central;
SF Coaching at Goals, Third Ave, Millbrook SO15 0JZ
Saturday 9.30 am Tots Session (18 months to 4 years) Cost: £6.00 per session (Football)
Contact: 07340718861
Mondays
Baby and Toddlers St Mark’s Church, 25, Archers Rd, SO15 2LU
Mondays 9.15 am – 11.15am
St Mark’s Baby and Toddler Group is a creative, well-structured and equipped Water and sand play, mini-gym physical activity, painting and all kinds of craft.
Contact: 023 8063 2690
Tuesdays
Speckled Frogs at Shirley Baptist Church, Church Street, Shirley, SO15 5LG
Tuesdays 10.00 – 11.30 am. Book each week before Monday 6.00 pm
Contact: 023 8039 9949
Wednesdays
Bumps and Babies St Mark’s Church 25 Archers Rd, SO15 2LU
Wednesdays 10.00am – 12.00pm Term time only. Optional activities which will help with their baby’s development, provide fun activities for them and to provide fun activities for them and to support first time parents.
Contact: 023 8063 2690
Tadpoles – St James Rd Church, St James Road, SO15 5HE
Wednesdays from 1 pm to 2.30 pm, for birth up to 4 years old.
Cost: £2.00 per session per family to cover refreshments, craft materials etc. We provide a very friendly welcome, refreshments for the adults and children, safe toys for building, climbing, playing and riding and a different craft activity each week A team of volunteers help with everything from admin and refreshments to setting up and tidying away.
Contact Julie on 023 8077 6565
Southampton Wiggles at Scout Hut, Kentish Rd, SO15 3GX
Wednesdays 11:00–11:45
Classes are split into three Development levels:
Movers (walkers-2.5 years) – 10 am classes
Wiggles (sitting-walking) – 11am class
Giggles (6 weeks – sitting) 12pm class.
Age: 6 months – 12 months. Cost: 6.00 – £36.00
Rhyme Time at Shirley Library 14 Redcar St, SO15 5LL
Wednesdays 10.30 – 11.00 Alt. weeks: Rhyme Time/Story Time
Check on their website for more activities Search results | Southampton City Libraries
Contact: 023 8083 3007 No need to book.
Thursdays
BFN Ashby Breastfeeding Group at The Ashby Centre, Stratton Road, SO15 5QZ
Thursdays 9.45 am to 11.45 am
A great opportunity to get general breastfeeding information and social support in a group setting. Booking via Eventbrite is essential.
Contact: 08444 120 995 (charged call) or message on FB page.
Fridays
After School Care at Freemantle Community Academy, Mansion Rd, SO15 3BQ
Mondays – Fridays 3.30 pm – 5.30 pm
Age Group: 3 years up to 11 years
Cost: £5.00 per session
Contact: 023 8022 7925
The Ark at St James by the Park, 133 Church St, Southampton SO15 5LW
Fridays from 10-11.30 for 0-4 years. Make new friends, or come with existing friends. Toys, crafts, singalong, story-time, refreshments.
Cost: £1 per family (but come anyway if you can’t afford that).
Contact: 02380771755
Toddler Group at Parklife Café, St James Park, SO15 5SD
Fridays from 10 am to 11.30 am term time only
Contact: 023 8077 9765
#2 Community Activities in Warm Spaces in Southampton
(For adults, children and pre-schoolers in postcode order)
SO16
To add, delete or amend any listing, please email: solinked@southamptonvs.org.uk
Updated November 2026
SECTION 1 — ADULTS
(Many groups welcome children under 4 years with their parents
Mondays
Lunch Club at Swathling Baptist Church, Fleming Road, SO16 2JD
From 12.00 – 14.00 on the 2nd Monday of each month
Monday Lunch Club is a monthly meeting for the senior members of the community to meet, chat, and eat lovingly prepared food with others members.
Contact: 07393 977 906
Half Orange Bereavement Group at Lord’s Hill Church, SO16 8HY
From 10.00am – 12pm
Contact: 07396 806503
Adult Craft Table at Lordshill Library, SO16 8HY
From 2–3pm Free. Simple crafts, colouring, relaxed social group.
SEN‑friendly: Quiet, low‑pressure, sensory‑gentle.
Contact: 023 8083 3007
Tuesdays
Lunch and Laughs Club at Lordshill Community Centre, Andromeda Rd, SO16 8BB. Open to all ages. On the 3rd Tuesday of each month From 12pm until 3pm
It includes a 3-course home cooked meal – All for £6 per person.
Contact: 07873464274
Time to Talk at St Peter’s Church, Lockerley Crescent, Southampton SO16 4BP
On the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from 1.30 to 3.30 pm.
Contact: 023 8070 2411
Digital Help Support at Lordshill Library, SO16 8HY
10–12 am Free One‑to‑one help with phones, tablets, emails.
SEN‑friendly: Calm, patient staff, no time pressure.
Contact: 023 8083 3007
Free English lessons at the Burgess Road Library, Burgess Road, SO16 3HF
from 5 .15 p.m. to 6 .25 p.m. every Thursday during term time. Come and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere to practise your English. Providing hot drinks and baked goods.
Contact: 023 8055 6596
Wednesdays
SCM Marketplace: All Saints Church, Sedbergh Rd, Redbridge, SO16 9HJ
WEDNESDAY 10AM – 1PM. SCM Marketplaces are warm spaces to meet friends, over a cuppa and pick up subsidised food items if you are registered as a Member. The catchment area for SCM Marketplace: Millbrook is the SO16 4–, and SO16 9– postcodes.
Contact: jacqueline@southamptoncitymission.co.uk;
Thursdays
Thursdays Together – from 9.15 to 10.30 am St Albans, Tulip Road, SO16 3BB. From 8.45 to 10.30 am. Anyone is welcome to come. We hope to encourage the community by offering hot drinks and snacks alongside free food parcels and help and advice (sign-posting) when needed.
Contact: 02380679787
Coffee, Cake & Connect at Lords Hill Church, Lords Hill, SO16 8HY
On Thursdays 1.15pm – 2:45pm. Caraway Charity hosts a drop-in for older residents in Lordshill on the opportunities to participate in activities: jigsaws, knitting, craft or just relaxing and chatting. No charge but donations welcome.
Contact: 07563556090
Lordswood Cuppas at King’s Church, 414 Coxford Rd, SO16 5LL. Thursday 10:30am -11:30am once a month. Run by Communicare.
A monthly multigenerational friendship club in Lordswood in partnership with Oakwood Primary School and King’s Church. Attendees are able to talk to pupils from Oakwood Primary School and join them in quizzes, games or craft activities. There’re also some excellent cakes! This event is free but donations are welcomed.
Contact 023 8250 0050
Fridays
Café 153 8 am -1 pm King’s Church Centre, 414 Coxford Rd, SO16 5LL. The entrance at side door. From 8.00 to 1.00 pm. £5.00 for full breakfast.
Contact: 023 8078 5414
The Friendship Club at Brew & You Café at MP3,120 Evenlode Rd, SO16 9EG.
It takes place from 10.30am-12pm every Friday at our Youth and Community Centre in Millbrook. (It is an opportunity for local people to come and meet other people in a social space, providing training opportunities for volunteer young people in the café.
Contact: 023 8070 0458
Saturdays
Café 153 8 am -1 pm King’s Church Centre, 414 Coxford Rd, SO16 5LL.
The entrance at side door. £5.00 for full breakfast.
Contact: 023 8078 5414
Southampton Deaf Club at Lord’s Hill Church, Lordshill District Centre, SO16 8HY
On the 1st Saturday of the month, 6pm – 10.30pm. Memberships will be on sale for £5.00 or visitors at £2.00. Sandwiches provided
Contact: 07775 620 757
SO16
SECTION 2 — YOUTH (Ages 5–16)
Multiple Days
The Oasis Southampton City Farm is just off Green Lane and is open to the public every Saturday and Sunday 11am-4pm offering a wide range of activities and animal handling experiences. If you or your family fancy trying something new, pop down and speak to us about the fantastic opportunities we can offer. See website for details: www.southamptoncityfarm.com
Cost: £3 for Adults and for £2 Children (under 2’s free).
All under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact: 023 8052 2706 Email: southamptoncityfarm@oasisuk.org
The Oasis Southampton City Farm Cafe at Green Lane SO16 9FQ
We have a cafe which is open every Saturday and Sunday from 11-4 with hot drinks, cold drinks, home-made cakes and snacks. There are also games, puzzles, colouring in and lego for the children. just off Green Lane and is open to the public every Saturday and Sunday 11am-4pm offering a wide range of activities and animal handling experiences. If you or your family fancy trying something new, pop down and speak to us about the fantastic opportunities we can offer. See website for details: www.southamptoncityfarm.com
All under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact: 023 8052 2706 Email: southamptoncityfarm@oasisuk.org
Oasis Community Hub is on Romsey Road SO16 8FA
Oasis offers Leisure Facilities, Pre-school, Farm, Holiday Activities, Adult Learning, Saints Champion, Secondary School.
Contact: 02380739797
The Powerhouse, The Outdoor Sports Centre, Thornhill Road, Bassett, SO16 7AY
The Powerhouse is our newest addition to Southampton’s exercise experience! If you love obstacle course racing, outdoor fitness, bootcamps and functional training.
Online Booking Essential. https://activenation.org.uk/venues/powerhouse/
Contact: 0300 020 0135
Tiger Taekwondo at MP3, Evenlode Road, Millbrook, SO16 9RS.
When: Various times Monday – Saturday. All class times can be found on the website. https://www.tigertaekwondo.co.uk
Cost: £6 per session or £30 for unlimited monthly training. We have an online booking system via the sport easy app. https://www.sporteasy.net/en/join/6G31XXH/
Junior Golf Coaching at Southampton Municipal Golf Course, Golf Course Rd, SO16 7LE. Equipment is supplied and all abilities welcome.
Who: 8- to 16-year-olds
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays and Junior golf coaching is covered by half an hour one to one sessions.
Cost: £10 per session
Contact: 023 8076 0546 (Paul)
Email: southampton.golf.course@southampton.gov.uk
Southampton Gymnastics Club at Redbridge Community School, Cuckmere Lane, SO16 9AR.
Recreational Gymnastics – following on from our Pre-School programme, one-hour classes. The sessions consist of learning the basic shapes and movements of gymnastics, including learning skills on a variety of apparatus across the gym.
Recreational Rookies:
Who: Aged 4 (Must be in full time school) to 7 years
When: Monday-Thursday 4.00 – 5.00pm, Saturday 12.00pm – 2.00pm
Recreational Springers:
Who: Aged 7+
When: Monday to Thursday 5.00pm – 6.00pm, Sat 2.00pm – 3.00pm
Registration Essential. If you would like to register for one of our Recreational classes (some classes have waiting lists), please complete an online registration form. Once a space is available, you will receive an https://www.sotongym.co.uk/email to invite your child to a taster session. All information will be included on the email. https://www.sotongym.co.uk/
Contact: 023 8052 9952 email: admin@sotongym.co.uk
Family Hub Activities for school-aged children: Best Start Family Hub – Citywide what is on
Saturdays
Stick Together at Lordshill Library, SO16 8HY
When: Saturdays from 10.30 – 12.00
Cost: Free. No need to book.
Contact: Caroline at 02380 915605
Mondays
Saints “Kick” Redbridge Community School, Cuckmere Rd SO16 9RJ
Who: Females only 11-16 years
When: Mondays 4.30 -5.30pm
Contact: 07754 557852
Thursdays
Lego Club (5–11 yrs) at Lordshill Library, Lordshill District Centre, SO16 8HY
From 3:30–4:30pm Free. Lego challenges, teamwork, creative builds.
SEN‑friendly: Hands‑on, structured, no pressure to talk.
Contact: 023 8083 3007
Fridays
Saints “Kick”” at Cantell School on 73 Violet Road, SO16 3GJ
Kick strives to bring young people together to play sport whilst socialising with friends.
Who: Mixed 11–17-year-olds
When: Friday 6.30-8.00pm
Cost: Free
Contact: 07754 557852
Saints “Kick” Redbridge Community School, Cuckmere Rd SO16 9RJ
Who: Mixed 11-18 years
When: Fridays 7.00 – 8.30pm
Contact: 07754 557852
Southampton Alpine Snowsports (BH Live) (closed for renovation)
SO16
SECTION 3 — UNDER SCHOOL AGE (0–4 years)
Multiple Days
SCC Family Hubs Information
The daily events can be found Here: Best Start Family Hub – Citywide what is on
Swimming Classes:
Baby Swim Parent & Baby session at Red Lodge Pool, Vermont Cl, Bassett, SO16 7LT
Baby Class (Under 16m):
Monday 10.30 a.m & 3.00pm; Wed 9.30 am and 10.30 am Sunday 3.00 pm & 3.30 mixed age
Toddler Class (16m-3yrs): Monday 3.30; pm Wednesday 10.00 am Sunday 3.00 and 3.30 pm and 4.00pm
Preschool classes (3-4yrs): Monday 10.00 am
Mixed-age classes (8m-3yrs): Sunday 3.30pm
Contact: 023 8076 8209 or 07702177036, babyswimuk@gmail.com; for costs/booking information.
Baby Squids at 20 Mossleigh Ave, Southampton SO16 8FU
For 0-4 years old. Come and join us in the pool for the new term! We sing, we play, we explore! Our classes are small and friendly, and we are all about water confidence and enjoying the aquatic environment. Contact: 07702 133039 or visit: https://www.babysquids.co.uk/baby-toddler-swimming…/
Southampton Gymnastics Cuckmere Lane, SO16 9AR
Visit: Classes | Southampton Gymnastics Club (sotongym.co.uk)
Our expert coaches will teach your children important gross motor skills like balance and co-ordination, in a fun and playful environment: Baby Tots (5 months – Walking)/ Tumble Tots (Walking – 2 years)/ Tumble Bobs (2 – 3 years), Gym Bobs (3 – 4 years)
Contact: 02380 529952 or email (admin@sotongym.co.uk) for more information
Tuesdays
Rhyme Time at Lordshill Library, Lordshill District Centre, SO16 8HY
Every other Tuesday from 14.00 – 14.30
Cost: Free. Alternate weeks: Rhyme Time/Story Time
Contact: 023 8083 3007 No need to book
Wednesdays
Little Lambs at Colne Ave Baptist Church, SO16 9NY
Wednesdays 1 – 2.30pm
Contact: 07426 802899
Lil’ Flames at Lordshill Church, Lordshill District Centre, SO16 8HY
9:30-11am every Wednesday morning during term time.
It is a free group for all parents and guardians. We provide refreshments for adults as well as free play (including crafts, bouncy castle and lots of toys), a story time, singing time and a snack time.
Contact: martha@lordshill.church
Fridays
Toddler Time at Lordshill Library, SO16 8HY
Every other Friday from 11.00 – 11.30. Cost: Free.
Contact: 023 8083 3007
Tots and Toddlers at All Saints Church, Sedbergh Rd, SO16 9HJ
Fridays from 9.30-10.15, 10.30-11.15 – Soft Play area – you can attend both sessions if you want. There is soft play equipment to explore, improve mobility and co-ordination, have fun and socialise. Cost: Free One session per family
Contact: 023 8070 2411
#2 Community Activities in Warm Spaces in Southampton
SO17
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SECTION 1 — ADULTS
(Many groups welcome children under 4 years with their parents)
Mondays
Denys Friendlies at St. Denys Church, Dundee Rd, SO17 2ND
Mondays 10:00–12:00 (except for bank holidays). A vibrant, welcoming and supportive group where adults can come together for conversation, activities and outings No need to book.
Contact: Antonia on 07522 646 170
Veg Out Cafe: October Books (at back of shop),189 Portswood Road SO17 2NF. Every Monday, 12.15pm – 3.30pm
A pop-up vegan community cafe, using food waste.
Contact: 02380 581 030
Open House at Highfield Church, Highfield Lane, SO17 1RL
From Mon 10 am-12 am for conversation, activities and refreshments.
Free entry; drinks £1–£2. SEN‑friendly. Contact: 023 8055 8234
Tuesdays
Coffee Morning at Immaculate Conception Church Hall, 346 Portsmouth Rd, SO17 3SB. From 10.30 to 11.30. For anyone looking for some good company and a cuppa.
Contact: 023 8055 5470
Communicare’s KES Friendship Club, at Avenue St Andrews URC Church, The Avenue, SO17 1XQ.with students from Kind Edward VI School, running every Tuesday 2.30 – 3.45. Term Time only. Contact: 02382 50 00 50.
Thursdays
Denys Friendlies at St. Denys Church, Dundee Rd, SO17 2ND
Mondays 10:00–12:00 (except for bank holidays). Denys Friendlies is
a vibrant, welcoming, and supportive group where adults can come together for conversation. No need to book. Contact: Antonia on 07522 646 170
Coffee Morning at Immaculate Conception Church Hall, 346 Portsmouth Rd, SO17 3SB. From 10.30 to 11.30. Good company and a cuppa. Contact: 023 8055 5470
Fridays
’Coffee & Cake’ at St Denys Church Centre. Dundee Rd, SO17 2ND
From 1.30-3.30 pm. Come and enjoy homemade cake and a hot drink. Free food distribution.
Contact:02380671757
Sundays
Sunday Lunch at St Denys Church Hall, Dundee Road, SO17 2ND Run by the Sunday Lunch Club from 10.00 am and serving delicious hot food from 12 – 1pm. For adult homeless and those struggling to eat hot meals. and some need a good lunch and company. Contact: 023 8067 1757
SO17
SECTION 2 — YOUTH (Ages 5–16)
Multiple Days
Highfield After School Club at The Scout Hut, 51 Brookvale Road, Highfield, SO17 1QS
When: Weekdays 3.15 pm – 6.00pm. Pick up from Highfield Primary School. Open to local children at other schools. At present we have no space but we are happy to place your child/children on a waiting list and will let you know when space becomes available.
Cost: £12.00 per session. Contact: 07842 771647
Wednesdays
Highfield School of Dance Residents Gards, Abbotts Way, Highfield, SO17 1QU.
The Highfield School of Dance welcomes both boys and girls aged between 2½ years to teenage of varying abilities from beginners to advanced. So please come along for a FREE trial class. We hope that with careful teaching each child can realise their talents and build upon them, whether they choose to dance professionally or just for fun. The school offers classes in RAD Ballet, Tap and Dance Mix. Who: 2½ years to teenage
When: Wednesday 3.45-4.10pm Pre-Primary Ballet, 4.15-4.55pm Primary Ballet, 5.00-5.55pm Grade 1 Ballet 6.00-6.55pm Grade 3 Ballet
Cost: From £5 per class. Contact: 07747 466472 or Email: highfieldschoolofdance@outlook.com
SO17
SECTION 3 — UNDER SCHOOL AGE (0–4 years)
Multiple Days
Family Hubs Information: There are no Family Hubs in SO17 but visit Best Start Family Hub – Citywide what is on to find nearby Family Hubs.
Toy library at Community Playlink, 1A Dimond Rd, Swathling SO17 1PJ
is open on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday from 10.00-1.00 pm
SEN‑friendly: Calm, supportive, flexible. Contact: 023 8055 0431
Playtime at Community Playlink, 1A Dimond Rd, Swathling SO17 1PJ
Open on Tuesday and Wednesday 10.30 am to 11.30 including school holidays. Art and craft activities, A range of different toys to play with, Singing time with nursery rhymes, Group games with a parachute and a story. Co-Run by Swaythling Neighbourhood Centre.
Contact: 023 8055 0431
Tuesdays
Portswood Pods – Portswood Church Toddler Group (opposite Waitrose) SO17 2FW on Tuesday mornings, from 10.00-11.30 during school time – a group for babies and another for toddlers
Cost: £1.50 per family for drinks, fruit, biscuits and craft (first time free of charge).
Contact: 02380 399658
Rhyme Time at Portswood Library Portswood Road, SO17 2NG
From 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Rhyme time is a fun and interactive singing activity designed for under 5s. The session is free and there is no need to book – just turn up!
Contact: 023 8083 3007
Wednesdays
Story Time on Wednesdays at Portswood Library,
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Story time is a fun and interactive storytelling activity designed for under 5s. The session is free and there is no need to book – just turn up!
Fridays
Tiddlywinks at Highfield Church, Highfield Lane, SO17 1RL
Fridays From 10.00 am – 11.15 am (term time) £1.50 per family. A friendly and welcoming place for children to play and make new friends! We want to welcome everyone, whatever their age, relationship to the child, culture, religious background, ethnicity, gender or disability. The first session is free.
Contact: 023 8055 8234
#2 Community Activities in Warm Spaces in Southampton
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SO18
SECTION 1 — ADULTS
(Many groups welcome children under 4 years with their parents)
Multiple Days
EDGE Hub at 121-123 Meggeson Ave SO18 2FH.
Tuesdays 11.00 – 1.00 Wellspring a women’s bible study and support group.
3.00 – 5.00 FREE After School family Drop In – crafts/arts, games and creative play Wednesdays 3.00 – 5pm After school family drop in
Thursdays 3.00-5pm After school family drop in
Fridays 6.00 – 9pm Youth Cafe for 13+ Play station, pool table, games, art/crafts, hotdogs & doughnuts
Saturdays 10.00 – 12 .00 Breakfast Club – Serving full English, bacon rolls, pancakes, cereals, croissants, tea, and coffee – children’s menu available. A fairly priced Home cooked breakfast served with a smile!
Sundays Alternate EDGE CREW 3.00 – 5.00 pm at Townhill Park Community Centre, a new worship community for the people of Townhill Park, with music, games, activities for the kids, and a free tea too! Everyone is welcome to join in the celebration.
Contact: Sandra on 07464841300 or Sandra@ascensionsouthampton.co.uk
Bitterne Men’s Shed Club on the old tennis court between Holy Saviour Church (opposite the Red Lion at the end of the precinct) and the Mazda car showroom.
From 10 am – 12. am on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at our workshop
Shed Club breakfasts at the Red Lion : 8:05 am 2nd Wednesday of each month.
Shed Club Lunches at the Red Lion:12 noon, 3rd Wednesday of each month.
And at the Humble Plumb: Commercial St, SO18 6LY at 12.30 pm, on the 4th Wednesday of each month.
Contact: 023 8049 0511
Hope Café 9.00 am – 11.00 on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at Bitterne Holy Saviour Church at the end of Bitterne Precinct. Coffee, cake and chat.
Contact: 023 8068 5560
Saturdays
Community Café 10.00 am – 11.30 am at Bitterne URC Church Bitterne Precinct (above Iceland) SO18 5EF Enjoy a cuppa and chat
Contact: 023 8042 1844.
Mondays
Wellbeing Café at Thornhill Baptist Church, Thornhill Park Road, Southampton SO18 5TR
From 9 – 11.30 am. Our Well Being Café offers a community space where we can relax from some of the pressure points in life. You can enjoy a hot drink with toast and cakes or biscuits, connection with various community partners and a craft table for adults.
Contact: 02380464121
Townhill Farm Community Centre, Townhill Way, SO18 3RA (Entrance is opposite the Chartwell Green Surgery) Mondays from 1-3 pm.
Week 1: Cancer Support Group; Week 2: Persistent Pain Support; Week 3: Memory Support; Week 4: Chartwell Chums
Contact: 023 8047 2232
Job Club at Bitterne Library, Bitterne Road East, SO18 5EG
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The Employment Support Team frequently run work clubs in our libraries supporting and advising Southampton residents about CVs, interviews and job searching.
Check on their website for more activities Search results | Southampton City Libraries
Contact: 023 8083 3007 no need to book
Tuesdays
Toast and Tea Bitterne Park Baptist Church, 49 Oaktree Rd, SO18 1PH. Every third Tuesday at 10.30-13.00
Contact: 07447077019
Stroke Survivor Group at Wellbeing Café, Thornhill Park Road, SO18 5TR
From 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm. Run by Stroke UK. Our Well Being Café offers a community space where we can relax from some of the pressure points in life. You can enjoy a hot drink with toast and cakes or biscuits, connection with various community partners and a craft table for adults.
Contact: 02380464121
Integrated Neighbourhood Hub Exercises at Wellbeing Café, Thornhill Park Road, SO18 5TR. Every Tuesday from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm. 10am circuit, 12.30pm chair exercises, 2pm circuit. Run by Saints Foundation.
Contact: 02380464121
Wednesdays
Community Café at at Bitterne URC Church, 446 Bitterne Road, SO18 5EF:
Enjoy a cuppa and chat from 10.00 am – 11.30
Contact: 02380 421844.
Omega Café at Bitterne Holy Saviour Church at the end of Bitterne Precinct. 10 am – 12.am Coffee, cake and chat.
Contact: 023 8068 556010.
Senior Citizens Club Bitterne URC Hall.46 Bitterne Road, SO18 5EF On Thursdays from 2 pm onwards Different activities/outings for members. Call before going for first time.
Contact: 02380 421844.
Thursdays
Various Activities at Bitterne URC Church at Bitterne Precinct (above Iceland) SO18 5EF
| Community Lunch 12 – 1:30pm (1st Thursday every month) |
| Senior Citizens 2-3:30pm |
| Badminton 6:30-8pm |
Contact: bitterneurc_sec@yahoo.co.uk for more information
SCM Marketplace at Ascension Church, 1 Thorold Rd, SO18 1HZ
THURSDAY 10AM – 12.30PM. SCM Marketplaces are warm spaces to meet friends, over a cuppa and pick up subsidised food items if you are registered as a member
The catchment areas for SCM Marketplace: Ascension are the SO18 1–, SO18 2–, and SO18 4– postcodes.
Contact:jacqueline@southamptoncitymission.co.uk;
SO18
SECTION 2 — YOUTH (Ages 5–16)
Multiple Days
Bitterne Leisure Centre, Dean Road. Bitterne, SO18 6AQ has classes in swimming/gymnastics
Contact: 023 8043 7647
EDGE Hub at 121-123 Meggeson Ave SO18 2FH.
Tuesdays 10.00 – 12.00 The Big Story;
Thursdays 10.00 – 12.00 Stay and Play
Saturdays 10.00 – 12 .00 Breakfast Club – Serving full English, bacon rolls, pancakes, cereals, croissants, tea, and coffee – children’s menu available. A fairly priced Home cooked breakfast served with a smile!
Contact: Sandra on 07464841300 or Sandra@ascensionsouthampton.co.uk
Saturdays
DAD’S LEGO CLUB The Old Chemist, 16 Manor Farm Rd, SO18 1NP.
Build quality Dad time with your kids on the first Saturday of each month. Dad’s lego breakfasts include a bacon roll, coffee, juice and a ridiculous amount of Lego!
When: First Saturday of every month 10.00 am – 12.00 am
Who: Dads and primary aged children
Cost: £1.00 per head
Contact: 023 8055 6955
Sundays
EDGE PLUS, 121-123 Meggeson Ave SO18 2FH.
Children of all ages are welcome, (under 12’s with their parents) games, crafts, make new friends, Storytime, fun and a meal. Open to all!
When: 4.00pm – 6.00pm Every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month.
Cost: Suggested donation 50p per person, £2 a family.
Contact: Sandra on 07464841300 or Sandra@ascensionsouthampton.co.uk
Thursdays
Youth Group at Bitterne Park Baptist Church, 49 Oaktree Rd, SO18 1PH.
When: Thursdays between 6pm to 7pm during term time.
Who: Key Stage 2 children Cost: Free
Contact: 07447077019
Fridays
Kyudokan Goju Ryu Karate Do Bitterne Leisure Centre, Dean Rd. SO18 6AQ.
Kyudokan Goju Ryu Karate Do is an established karate school of many years standing. The Kyudokan has represented the traditional values of karate and is one of the very few in the UK still teaching authentic Japanese karate. Free trial available book online: https://www.kyudokan.co.uk/free-trial-session/
When: Fridays 7.00-8.00pm Who: 5–16-year-olds
Cost: Single Member Monthly Membership (Junior or Senior) £45
Contact: https://www.kyudokan.co.uk/contact-us/
Saints “Kick” at Woodlands Community College, SO18 5SW. Sporting activities for young people. Free Who: 11-18 years When: Fridays 7.00-8.30pm
Contact: 07754 557852
BFG Thornhill Baptist Church, Thornhill Park Rd, SO18 5TR.
Big Friendly Group is an hour of high energy fun and games, crafts, active games, board games, console games and sports (usually football) in a safe, fun and affirming environment. We usually finish with “The Big Idea”, a very brief thought for the day, and drinks and snacks.
When: Fridays 6.00 pm – 7.00 pm (Term time)
Who: Primary school aged children. Cost: 50p donation Contact: 023 8046 4121
Youthy at Thornhill Baptist Church, Thornhill Park Road, SO18 5TR.
Youthy is our Friday night venue for young people in year 7 and above. Some weeks it’s totally chilled out with Wii games, table tennis and plenty of time and space to chat and just hang out. There’s usually a lot of food involved too! When: Fridays 7.30-9.00pm
Who: Year 7 to Year 13 Cost: 50p per session
Contact:023 8046 4121 Email: office@thornhillbc.org.uk
SO18
SECTION 3 — UNDER SCHOOL AGE (0–4 years)
Multiple Days
SCC Family Hubs Information:
The daily event can be found Here: Citywide What’s On Spring Term 2024 (southampton.gov.uk)
Activities take place at:
Cutbush, Cutbush Lane, Townhill, SO18 2GF
Contact: 023 8091 5480
Fireflies at Bitterne Holy Saviour Church (at the far end of Precinct)
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9.30- 11.am
Free play, crafts, singing, story time and delicious snacks – £1 per family. Booking opens 24 hours before each session – PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU BOOK A PLACE!
Contact: 023 8068 5560
Saturdays
Story Time with Craft at Bitterne Library, Bitterne Road East SO18 5EG
From 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM. Story time is a fun and interactive storytelling activity designed for under 5s. The session is free and there is no need to book – just turn up!
Contact: 023 8083 3007
Mondays
Footsteps Tots, Grace Hall, Ascension Centre,1 Thorold Road, SO18 1HZ
Mondays from 9.15 am till 11.00 am during term time.
Cost: £2.00 per family parents and carers get a free tea or coffee.
Come and play, make friends, listen to bible stories, play with toys, try crafts, and sing songs together. There’s snack time, coffee and company.
Contact: 023 8055 9074
Tuesdays
Little Bear Baby Signing at The Ascension Centre, 1 Thorold Road, SO18 1HZ
Tuesdays: at the following times:
10.00 am-11.00 am – Big Cubs 12-24m 11.15 am -12.15 pm – Little Cubs 8-13m
12.30 pm -1.30 pm – Baby Bears 2-8m Cost: £65 for the term
Contact: 07884 075935
Wednesdays
Rhyme Time with a Craft at Bitterne Library Bitterne Road East SO18 5EG
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Rhyme time is a fun and interactive singing activity designed for under 5s. The session is free and there is no need to book – just turn up!
Check on their website for more activities Search results | Southampton City Libraries
Contact: 023 8083 3007
Thursdays
Rainbow Tots at Thornhill Baptist Church, Thornhill Park Road, SO18 5TR
Thursdays from 10 am to 12 noon. Rainbow Tots is our popular and friendly parent and toddler group. We welcome parents and carers with pre-schoolers, toddlers and babes-in-arms.
Cost: We charge £2.00 per child per session and 50p for siblings.
Contact: Ellen on 023 8046 4121 Booking is essential.
#2 Community Activities in Warm Spaces in Southampton
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SO19
SECTION 1 — ADULTS
(Many groups welcome children under 4 years with their parents
Saturdays
Mondays
Peartree Coffee & Chat at Peartree Church Hall, Peartree Road, SO19 7GU
10 am -12 Crafts, board games, bring your own craft, Gardening in the summer.
Contact: Pat on 07730 685 447
Sholing Friends at Hart Court, Cranbury Rod, SO19 2DB
Join Communicare in Southampton for their Hart Court Friendship Club, every Monday, 10.30am at Hart Court, Cranbury Rd, SO19 2DB. Suggested donation £2 for refreshments.
Contact: 02382 50 00 50.
Tuesdays
Monty’s Majors, 59 Montague Ave, SO19 0QB
Every Tuesday from 1.00pm to 2.30pm Contact: 07862320025 check the schedule on their webpage – www.montys.org.uk or Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/MontysCommunityHub
SCM Marketplace at Holy Trinity Weston, Weston Ln, Weston, SO19 9GH
SCM Marketplaces are warm spaces to meet friends, over a cuppa and pick up subsidised food items
TUESDAY 12.30PM – 3PM
The catchment area for SCM Marketplace: Weston are the SO19 7–, SO19 8–, and SO19 9– postcodes.
Contact: jacqueline@southamptoncitymission.co.uk
The Sholing Senior Citizens Club at the Sholing Community Centre, Butts Road, SO19 1BN every Tuesday from 1.00 pm – 2.30 pm. Admission costs £2 and activities include a weekly raffle and following that, activities rotate on a weekly basis between a quiz, bingo, games, live acts including bands and singers, and occasionally we have a guest speaker to talk about things of local interest.
Contact: Julian Church on 07570 234 843
Community Drop-In and Advice Centre at St Christopher’s Church, Pepys Ave, SO19 6PJ
From 11.00 – 2.00 pm A friendly place to meet friends and get useful advice.
Refreshments and a filled roll at lunch are provided free of charge.
Advice given about Housing (week 1) NHS Social Prescribing/Sewing Repairs (Week 2), Police matters (week 3) and Benefits advice/sewing repairs (week 4).
Contact: 023 8043 3162
Wednesdays
Woolston Friendship Club (Communicare and St Patrick’s Church) at St Patrick’s Church Hall, Porchester Rd, SO19 9BD.
Wednesdays, 10.15 – 11.30am. Contact: Communicare on 023 8250 0050
Music Man Project at the Salvation Army Church, 93 North East Rd, SO19 8AF
From 10.00 – 11.30 am. A musical workshop for adults with disabilities. come along for an hour and a half of inclusive music making and fun.
Visit https://themusicmanproject.com/southampton/ for more information
Thursdays
Monty’s Community Lunch every Thursday 12.30 – 13.30 at 59 Montague Avenue, SO19 0QB Southampton, UK.
Contact: 07862320025 check the schedule on their webpage – www.montys.org.uk or Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/MontysCommunityHub
The Hope Hub The Hope Centre, Drayton Close, SO19 9NJ
Every Thursday between 1-3pm for anyone to drop in for a cuppa and chat , to meet friends or ask advice. Food distribution available too.
Contact: 07586153409
The CAMEO Club at The Salvation Army, 93 North East Road,
Sholing, SO19 8AF
Thursdays, 10am-12noon: older people’s social group.
Contact: 023 8043 8713
Thursday Cuppa at St Mary’s Church, 49 St Monica Road, Sholing, SO19 8ES
From 10.00 am -11:30am. Tea, Cake and Chat! Run by Caraway
Contact: caraway@caraway.uk.com
Fridays
Community Cafe at – The Salvation Army, 93 North East Rd, SO19 8AF
On the 1st and 3rd Fridays, 10.45am-1pm: hot food and friendly company. Free for those looking for a warm space.
Contact: 023 8043 8713
SO19
SECTION 2 — YOUTH (Ages 5–16)
Multiple Days
Sammys School of Dance at Oasis Academy Mayfield, Ashley Crescent, Sholing, SO19 9NA. Monday to Saturday Sammys School of Dance is your child’s opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills, explore. their inner passion for creativity and achieve their potential across all styles of Dance, from classical to jazz we have something for everyone. Sign up today and receive a FREE two-week trial in any class: Age: 3 years+ Visit: https://www.sammysdance.co.uk/
Contact: 07909 444 871 Email: ssd.dance2012@gmail.com
Chamberlaine Leisure Centre on 150 Weston Lane, Southampton, SO19 9SJ offer classes in swimming and gym.
Contact: 023 8043 7668
Saturdays
Sticking Together Children’s Craft Activities at Woolston Library, Centenary Quay, Victoria Road, , SO19 9EF.
When: Saturday mornings 10.30 am -noon
Who: Ages 3-11 years
Cost: Free – just turn up!
Contact: 023 8083 3007 email: library@southampton.gov.uk
Sundays
Karate Classes at Merryoak Community Centre, SO19 7JY.
When: Every Sunday from 10.30-12.00 Age: 5 years+
Cost: £6.50 per class with family discounts
Contact: 0800 999 1038 e-mail: admin@skakarate.org.uk
Mondays
Boulder Gang at Holy Trinity Church, Weston SO19 9HG
Mondays 3:15 – 5:00. Ages 7-11/ Year 3-6
Contact Matt on 07872 852 816
Tuesdays
Resilient Kids At the Venny (Weston Adventure Playground) SO19 9QE
Tuesdays 3:45 – 5:00
A group focused on improved mental health, resilience, social skills, and self-esteem
Connect Youth Group At Holy Trinity Church, Weston SO19 9HG
Tuesdays 4:15 – 6:00 (First hour is ‘open access’)
Ages 11-16/ Year 7-11
Wednesdays
Rock Solid At the Venny (Weston Adventure Playground) SO19 9QE
Wednesdays 4:30 – 6:30
Children (Ages 7-11/ Year 3-6)
After School Lego Drop In at Thornhill Community Library, 328 Hinkler Road, SO19 6DF
From 3.15 – 4.15 pm. School aged children
Contact: Astrid Vaswani on 07952 904052
or Email: astrid@thornhillbc.org.uk
Weston Lego Family club at Weston Community Library, 68 Weston Lane, SO19 9HG.
On the last Wednesday of the month at 3pm -4.30pm. We particularly encourage Grandparents and Dads to come along.
Check on their website for more activities Search results | Southampton City Libraries
Contact: 07427289813
Thursdays
The Venue At the Hope Centre, Drayton cl, SO19 9JN
Thursdays 8:00 – 9:30
Ages 15-18/ Year 11-13
Contact: (Follow @thevenue_wcyp on Instagram)
Veracity Kids Club at the Veracity Rec., Merryoak Rd, SO19 7QR
WHEN: Thursdays 3:30-4:30pm (term time only).
WHAT: Seasonal nature crafts, sports, games, and fun (aimed at yrs R-6).
All free. All outdoors so cannot go ahead in extreme weather.
Check facebook.com/VeracityRec for updates.
Kyudokan Goju Ryu Karate Do at Chamberlaine Leisure Centre, 150 Weston Lane, SO19 9SJ.
Thursdays 18:0 -19:00, 19.00-20.00 Juniors / Seniors: All grades
David Morris runs an established karate school for 5–16-year-olds
Cost: Single Member Monthly Membership (Junior or Senior) £45
Contact: 0845 658 8360
SO19
SECTION 3 — UNDER SCHOOL AGE (0–4 years)
Multiple Days
Family Hubs: For daily activities visit: family-hub-what-s-on-schedule-2024-3-june-to.pdf (southampton.gov.uk)
Seashell, 60 Foxcott Close,Weston, SO19 9JQ
Contact: 023 8043 7866
Blackberry, Byron Road, Thornhill, SO19 6FH
Contact: 023 8091 7633
Children’s’ Activities at Woolston Library, Portsmouth Rd, SO19 9AF
Rhyme Time – Mondays at 2.00 pm to 2.30 Story Time – Tuesdays at 10.30 am to 11.00
Toddler Time – Wednesday at 2.00 pm to 2.30 pm Age: Not specified. During school hours.
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Contact: 023 8083 3007
The Crafty Bug Cafe 82 Bridge Rd, Woolston SO19 7GQ
Wednesday 9.30 – 11.00. Toddler Club
Thursday 9.30- 11.00 Toddler Club
Fridays 9.30- 11 am Toddler Club
A play and craft area. including paints, colouring, and lots of different messy and sensory activities, including a seasonal art project. £5 includes a hot drink for parents & snack/ drink for each child.
Contact: 023 8044 6525
Mondays
Little Explorers at Salvation Army (Sholing) 93 N.E. Rd, SO19 8AF
Mondays (term time) from 10.30am to 11.45am, £1 per child.
Contact: Matthew on 023 8043 8713
Tuesdays
Peartree Parent and Toddler Group at Pear Tree Church Hall, 80 Peartree Road, SO19 7GZ meets on Tuesdays 9.45-11.15am (term-time only) (near Woolston). Parent-supervised play with lots of toys and regular craft activities in a large hall. Entry of £2 (plus 50p per extra child) includes healthy snack for the kids and hot drinks & biscuits for the grown-ups.
Contact: Carrie on 023 8044 0559
Baby Sensory Classes at Salvation Army Church, N. E. Road, Sholing, SO19 8AF
Tuesdays 9:30am-10:30am:0-13 mnths/10:50am-11:50am:0-6 mnths/12:10pm-1:10pm:0-13 mnths and on Thursdays at Woolston Community Centre, Church Rd, Woolston, SO19 9FU. Contact: Southamptoncentral@babysensory.co.uk; or 07831200736
Wednesdays
Little Steps Toddler Group at St Mary’s Church, St Monica Road, SO19 8ES
Wednesdays 9.00 a.m.-11.00 a.m Cost: £1 per family (refreshments) Weekly story theme with craft, sensory play, snacks and singing.
Contact: 023 8044 8337
Fridays
Friday Club at The Hope Centre,7 Drayton Cl, SO19 9JN.
Fridays from 9.30 am – 11.00 am (Term Time only)
An informal playgroup for under 5’s and their parents/carers.
Contact: Emily on 023 8067 6599
Diddi Dance (Net Mums) -at Peartree Church Hall, SO19 7RT
Fridays 9.30 am – 10.30 am At Diddi dance we encourage endless enthusiasm and energy in an action-packed, full of fun 45-minute dance class suitable for both boys and girls! programme, carefully designed to enhance the Early Years Foundation Stage
Contact: Andrea 07949458761
Swimming Classes:
Baby Swim Parent & Baby session at Red Lodge Pool, Vermont Cl, Bassett, SO16 7LT
Baby Class (Under 16m):
Monday 10.30 a.m & 3.00pm; Wed 9.30 am and 10.30 am Sunday 3.00 pm & 3.30 mixed age
Toddler Class (16m-3yrs): Monday 3.30; pm Wednesday 10.00 am Sunday 3.00 and 3.30 pm and 4.00pm
Preschool classes (3-4yrs): Monday 10.00 am
Mixed-age classes (8m-3yrs): Sunday 3.30pm
Contact: 023 8076 8209 or 07702177036, babyswimuk@gmail.com; for costs/booking information.
Baby Squids
Come and join us in the pool for the new term! We sing, we play, we explore! Our classes are small and friendly, and we are all about water confidence and enjoying the aquatic environment.
Contact: 07702 133039 or visit: https://www.babysquids.co.uk/baby-toddler-swimming…/