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 & friendship groups across Walsall West Locality
WEST LOCALITY (Willenhall , Short Heath, Bentley & Darlaston)
New Invention Friendship Group
Frank F Harrison Community Association
An opportunity to come along and meet new friends in the local area, for a cuppa, biscuit and chat. Join in our fun quizzes, crafts, jigsaw puzzles and games. Monthly prize bingo to win a few nice treats.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Monday 10am to 12pm, Wednesday 1pm to 3pm
Address: The Hive Hub, The Square, New Invention. WV12 5EA
Contact: 01922 276464
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
Frank F Harrison Community Association
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 10:00-15:00, Wednesday 13:00-15:00
Address: The Hive Hub, The Square, New Invention. WV12 5EA
Contact: 01922746967
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
Willenhall 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 1st Thursday 4:30-5:45pm
Address: Walsall Street, Willenhall WV13 2EX
Contact: 01922650771
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
Willenhall 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: Every Friday 2:30-4:00pm
Address: Walsall Street, Willenhall WV13 2EX
Contact: 01922650771
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
Willenhall 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: Child.
Day & Time: 1st Saturday of every Month 10:30-11:30am
Address: Walsall Street, Willenhall WV13 2EX
Contact: 01922650771
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 & Natter
Willenhall Community Library
Join your welcoming library and enjoy Knitting, and most importantly chatting.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Adult.
Day & Time: Every Tuesday 12:30-4:00pm
Address: Walsall Street, Willenhall WV13 2EX
Contact: 01922650771
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 & Craft
Willenhall Community Library
Join your welcoming library and enjoy a spot of reading and some crafts!
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Children.
Day & Time: Wednesday term times only, 10:00-11:00am
Address: Walsall Street, Willenhall WV13 2EX
Contact: 01922650771
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 Tots
Willenhall Community Library
Join your welcoming library and enjoy reading popular childrens books. Suitable for toddlers.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Children.
Day & Time: Thursday term times only, 10:00-11:00am
Address: Walsall Street, Willenhall WV13 2EX
Contact: 01922650771
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
Willenhall 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: Friday term times only, 10:00-11:00am
Address: Walsall Street, Willenhall WV13 2EX
Contact: 01922650771
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
The Salvation Army – Willenhall
The space will be open offering hot drinks, refreshments, games, charging points, hot water to fill flasks, wi-fi and social interaction. We will have the heating on and aim to create a warm, welcoming and friendly space for all.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Tuesday 1pm – 4pm, Thursday 9:30am – 12:30pm
Address: The Salvation Army, Field Street, Willenhall WV13 2PD
Contact: 07967 839497
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
Friends Of Willenhall Memorial Park
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 10:00-12:30PM
Address: Pavilion, Willenhall Memorial Park, Pinson Road, Willenhall, WV13 2PW
Contact: No contact provided.
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.
Keep Warm in Moxley
Moxley Peoples Centre Charity
Due to high engergy costings, we believe our help in providing a warm enviroment with refreshment and entertainment for a proportion of the day is required in these troubling times.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Monday to Wednesday 10am to 12pm
Address: 3 Queen Street, Moxley, West Midlands, WS10 8TA
Contact: 01902 496378
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.
A Place of Warmth and Welcome
Old Hall Peoples Partnership
A place where vulnerable families and individuals can get hot drinks, soup and a roll, magazines, library books, games & support, or just sit, keep warm and enjoy a chat.
Cost to join: It is free.
Aimed at: Everyone.
Day & Time: Monday & Wednesday 11am-1pm @ Wing Close Centre
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday – 11am-1pm Wilkes Avenue Centre
Address: Bentley Community Centre, Wing Close, Bentley, Walsall WS2 0LS
Contact: 01922 474684
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
Bentley All Age Active Centre
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: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:00-14:00pm
Address: Wilkes Avenue, Bentley. WS2 0JN
Contact: 01922 474684