Welcomes across Walsall
Walsall Community Network are proud to hold Welcoming Spaces in many forms across all of its community associations.
Whatever the weather, there is always a warm welcome waiting for you at one of the many coffee mornings, friendship groups of Places of Welcome groups that meet across the centres within the Walsall Community Network. These are run at various times and on different days at each centre but all are free to attend and offer the opportunity to meet new people, make new friends and help combat loneliness whatever your age.
Below is a list of Welcoming coffee and friendship groups across Walsall
Warm Afternoons
Collingwood Community Centre
We invite all residents to stay in a warm friendly centre to play bingo, board games etc.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Monday & Wednesdays 2pm - 4pm
Address: Collingwood Drive, Great Barr, Birmingham B43 7NF
Contact: 07890616625
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Place Of Welcome
All Saints Parish Church
A place of welcome offers your neighbourhood a place where everyone can go for a friendly conversation and free refreshments, if and when they need it.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Wednesday 11:00-12:30
Address: Foley Road East, Streetly, Sutton Coldfield. B74 3JL
Contact: 0121 353 3582
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Adult Reading Group
Streetly Community Library
Enjoy time in a warm space reading your favourite books. Meet with other people and have a lovely afternoon with your local library.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Adults.
Day & Time: Monthly on a Wendesday 11:00-12:00pm
Address: Blackwood Rd, Streetly, Sutton Coldfield B74 3PL
Contact: 01922 654864
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Knit, Stith and Chat
Streetly Community Library
Join your welcoming library and enjoy Knitting, Stitching and most importantly chatting.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Adults.
Day & Time: Monthly on a Wendesday 10:00-12:00pm
Address: Blackwood Rd, Streetly, Sutton Coldfield B74 3PL
Contact: 01922 654864
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Story Time
Streetly Community Library
Everybody is welcome to enjoy a story time in our library which we aim to make a warm and welcoming environment.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Wednesday term time only 2:15-2:45pm
Address: Blackwood Rd, Streetly, Sutton Coldfield B74 3PL
Contact: 01922 654864
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Poetry Group
Streetly Community Library
Everybody is welcome to enjoy an afternoon of poetry. It is an opportunity to meet with other people who have similar interests to you.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Every month on a Wednesday 10:30-12:00
Address: Blackwood Rd, Streetly, Sutton Coldfield B74 3PL
Contact: 01922 654864
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Reading Friends
Streetly Community Library
Enjoy time in a warm space reading your favourite books. Meet with other people and have a lovely afternoon with your local library.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Every week on a Friday from 11:00-12:30
Address: Blackwood Rd, Streetly, Sutton Coldfield B74 3PL
Contact: 01922 654864
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Councillors Surgery
Streetly Community Library
Attend the library and meet with your local councillors to discuss any issues in your local area.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Families.
Day & Time: Weekly on a Saturday 12:00-1:00pm
Address: Blackwood Rd, Streetly, Sutton Coldfield B74 3PL
Contact: 01922 654864
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Crime Club
Streetly Community Library
Join your library and discuss the latest Crime books with others of similar interests.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Monthly on a Tuesday 11:15-12:15
Address: Blackwood Rd, Streetly, Sutton Coldfield B74 3PL
Contact: 01922 654864
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Lego Club
Streetly Community Library
Who doesn't love lego!? This is a great group for families. Come along to your warm and welcoming library and enjoy being creative with Lego.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Families.
Day & Time: Monthly on a Saturday 11:00-12:30
Address: Blackwood Rd, Streetly, Sutton Coldfield B74 3PL
Contact: 01922 654864
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Scrabble
Streetly Community Library
Come along and enjoy games of scrabble with other scrabble fans! It is a great, fun social group.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Families.
Day & Time: Weekly on a Friday 2:00-3:30pm
Address: Blackwood Rd, Streetly, Sutton Coldfield B74 3PL
Contact: 01922 654864
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Winter Warmth - Games Group
Manor Farm Community Association
Most of the activities are current social activities to support the community that have capacity to have further attendees, with exception of the Saturday film afternoons which is a specific activity to target families in need however no funding is required to offer this activity. Our bistro space can be utilised for drop in attendances daily and we have staff on site to offer information, advice and guidance as required.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Monday Evening Games Group 6.30-8.30pm
Address: King George Crescent, Rushall, Walsall WS4 1EU
Contact: 01922 614316
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Place Of Welcome
St Martins Community Café
A place of welcome offers your neighbourhood a place where everyone can go for a friendly conversation and free refreshments, if and when they need it.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Thursdays 10:00-12:00pm
Address: 1 Daffodil Road, Walsall. WS5 3DQ
Contact: 01922 635217
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Warm Walsall
Pelsall Community Association
We would like to take part in Warm Walsall, to offer residents a safe and warm place to go during the winter months. Join our Community Connections Café.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Mondays between 13:00-15:00
Address: Pelsall Community Centre, Station Road, Pelsall WS3 4BQ
Contact: 01922 682156
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Place Of Welcome
Julie and Friends
A place of welcome offers your neighbourhood a place where everyone can go for a friendly conversation and free refreshments, if and when they need it.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Mondays 10:30-12:30pm
Address: The Community Room, Autum Close, High Heath, Walsall. WS4 1DU
Contact: Unavailable
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Warm Space
St. Michaels & All Angels Parish Church
It will be a gathering space to welcome people who need a safe, supportive, and warm environment during the cold period of winter. A hot drink and biscuits will be provided. It will also provide opportunity to break down barriers of loneliness, isolation and vulnerability through social interaction such as conversation and provision of games i.e. chess, dominoes and so forth.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Wednesday 11:00am - 1.30pm
Address: Hall Lane, Pelsall, Walsall, West Midlands WS3 4JN
Contact: 01922 685666
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Winter Warmth - Film Group
Manor Farm Community Association
Most of the activities are current social activities to support the community that have capacity to have further attendees, with exception of the Saturday film afternoons which is a specific activity to target families in need however no funding is required to offer this activity. Our bistro space can be utilised for drop in attendances daily and we have staff on site to offer information, advice and guidance as required.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Saturday Film Afternoons 12-3pm
Address: King George Crescent, Rushall, Walsall WS4 1EU
Contact: 01922 614316
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Winter Warmth - Bistro Group
Manor Farm Community Association
Most of the activities are current social activities to support the community that have capacity to have further attendees, with exception of the Saturday film afternoons which is a specific activity to target families in need however no funding is required to offer this activity. Our bistro space can be utilised for drop in attendances daily and we have staff on site to offer information, advice and guidance as required.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Weekdays 9.30-2.30pm
Address: King George Crescent, Rushall, Walsall WS4 1EU
Contact: 01922 614316
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Winter Warmth - Social Group
Manor Farm Community Association
Most of the activities are current social activities to support the community that have capacity to have further attendees, with exception of the Saturday film afternoons which is a specific activity to target families in need however no funding is required to offer this activity. Our bistro space can be utilised for drop in attendances daily and we have staff on site to offer information, advice and guidance as required.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Tuesday 1-3pm, Wednesday 1-3pm, Thursday 6.30-8.30pm
Address: King George Crescent, Rushall, Walsall WS4 1EU
Contact: 01922 614316
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Place Of Welcome
The Family Drop-in
A place of welcome offers your neighbourhood a place where everyone can go for a friendly conversation and free refreshments, if and when they need it.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone
Day & Time: Thursdays 9:30-11:00AM
Address: The Hot House, 18 Myatt Avenue, Aldridge, Walsall WS9 0DR
Contact: 07716206243
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Place Of Welcome
St James' Church
A place of welcome offers your neighbourhood a place where everyone can go for a friendly conversation and free refreshments, if and when they need it.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Tuesdays 10:00-12:00
Address: Church Road, Brownhills. WS8 6AB
Contact: 01922 635217
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Reading Friends
Brownhills Community Library
Enjoy time in a warm space reading your favourite books. Meet with other people and have a lovely afternoon with your local library.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Adults
Day & Time: Weekly on a Friday from 11:00-12:30pm
Address: 123, Test Park View Center, 2 Chester Rd N, Brownhills, Walsall WS8 7JB
Contact: 01922 650730
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Rhyme Time
Brownhills Community Library
Join the popular Rhyme time group in a warm and welcoming environment.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Children.
Day & Time: Weekly , term times, Tuesday 11:00-12:00pm
Address: Park View Centre, 2 Chester Rd N, Brownhills, Walsall WS8 7JB
Contact: 01922 650730
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Place Of Welcome
St Mark's Parish Church
A place of welcome offers your neighbourhood a place where everyone can go for a friendly conversation and free refreshments, if and when they need it.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Tuesdays 11:00-13:00
Address: Green Lane, Shelfield, Walsall. WS4 1RN
Contact: 01922 692550
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Lego Club
Brownhills Community Library
Who doesn't love lego!? This is a great group for families. Come along to your warm and welcoming library and enjoy being creative with Lego.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Families.
Day & Time: Monthly, second Saturday 11:00-12:00pm
Address: Park View Centre, 2 Chester Rd N, Brownhills, Walsall WS8 7JB
Contact: 01922 650730
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Story Time
Brownhills Community Library
Everybody is welcome to enjoy a story time in our library which we aim to make a warm and welcoming environment.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Children.
Day & Time: Fortnightly on Saturdays 2:30-3:00pm
Address: Park View Centre, 2 Chester Rd N, Brownhills, Walsall WS8 7JB
Contact: 01922 650730
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Board Games
Brownhills Community Library
We have a great collection of popular board games. Come along and have fun playing board games with others who have similar interests.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Families.
Day & Time: Saturday fortnightly, all day drop in.
Address: Park View Centre, 2 Chester Rd N, Brownhills, Walsall WS8 7JB
Contact: 01922 650730
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Crafts For All
Brownhills Community Library
Join a friendly group of people and enjoy making various craft items. It is a great social group in a warm and welcoming environment.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Adults
Day & Time: Monthly on last Tuesday 2:30-3:30pm
Address: 123, Test Park View Center, 2 Chester Rd N, Brownhills, Walsall WS8 7JB
Contact: 01922 650730
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Reading Group
Brownhills Community Library
Enjoy time in a warm space reading your favourite books. Meet with other people and have a lovely afternoon with your local library.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Adults
Day & Time: Monthly on last Tuesday 2:30-3:30pm
Address: 123, Test Park View Center, 2 Chester Rd N, Brownhills, Walsall WS8 7JB
Contact: 01922 650730
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Place Of Welcome
The Thomas Project
A place of welcome offers your neighbourhood a place where everyone can go for a friendly conversation and free refreshments, if and when they need it.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone
Day & Time: Wednesdays 10:00-12:00PM
Address: 196H Walsall Wood Road, Walsall Wood. WS9 8HB
Contact: 019224522131922452213
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Rhyme Time
Aldridge Community Library
Join the popular Rhyme time group in a warm and welcoming environment.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Children.
Day & Time: Weekly on a Thursday 10:00-10:30am
Address: Rookery La, Aldridge, Walsall WS9 8NP
Contact: 01922 655569
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Reading Group
Aldridge Community Library
Enjoy time in a warm space reading your favourite books. Meet with other people and have a lovely afternoon with your local library.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Adults
Day & Time: 2nd Wednesday of every month 4:45-5:45pm
Address: Rookery La, Aldridge, Walsall WS9 8NP
Contact: 01922 655569
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Warm Residents at Brownhills
Brownhills Community Association
A place for people to come and meet to have fresh soup, a roll, and a chat. Our numbers for the Wednesday meeting are on average 25 -35 people each week.
Cost to join: £1.00
Aimed at: Everyone
Day & Time: Wednesday 11.30- 1.30pm Weekly
Address: Pelsall Road, Brownhills, Walsall. WS8 7JS
Contact: 01543 452119
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Scrabble
Aldridge Community Library
Come along and enjoy games of scrabble with other scrabble fans! It is a great, fun social group.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Adults.
Day & Time: Weekly on a Friday 1:00-4:00pm
Address: Rookery La, Aldridge, Walsall WS9 8NP
Contact: 01922 655569
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Knit, and Natter
Aldridge Community Library
Join your welcoming library and enjoy Knitting, and most importantly chatting.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Adults.
Day & Time: Weekly on a Wednesday 2:00-3:30pm
Address: Rookery La, Aldridge, Walsall WS9 8NP
Contact: 01922 655569
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Lego Club
Aldridge Community Library
Who doesn't love lego!? This is a great group for families. Come along to your warm and welcoming library and enjoy being creative with Lego.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Children.
Day & Time: Monthly on a Saturday 2:00-3:00pm
Address: Rookery La, Aldridge, Walsall WS9 8NP
Contact: 01922 655569
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Linking Lives
Aldridge Methodist Church
A place of welcome offers your neighbourhood a place where everyone can go for a friendly conversation and free refreshments, if and when they need it.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Mondays (Place Of Welcome), Tuesdays, Wednesdays 10:00-12:00PM
Address: Aldridge Methodist Church, Anchor Road, Aldridge, Walsall. WS9 8PT
Contact: 01922459875
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Warm Welcome Space
Aldridge Parish Church
A Warm Space with free hot drinks and soup and space to sit and have a chat.
Come and join us!
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Tuesdays 12 noon – 2pm.
Address: The Green, Aldridge. (next to Cooper and Jordan School)
Contact: 01922 455229
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
Warm Space
Pelsall Evangelical Church
There will be free soup and rolls, hot drinks and biscuits, friendship and some fun activities. All ages welcome.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Thursdays from 12-3pm
Address: Old Town Ln, Pelsall Walsall WS3 4NJ
Contact: 07715874208
Please contact the organisation to ensure the session is taking place prior to attending.
At times, the activity details may have to be changed at short notice.
EAST LOCALITY (Brownhills, Pelsall, Aldridge, Rushall, Shelfield, Streetly, Pheasey)
NORTH LOCALITY (Bloxwich, Blakenall, Birchills Leamore)
Goscote Greenacres Community Gardens
Place Of Welcome
A place of welcome offers your neighbourhood a place where everyone can go for a friendly conversation and free refreshments, if and when they need it.