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Short Mat Bowls
Short Mat Bowls

Thursdays 9:15-10:45am. The Short Mat Bowls session is part of the Barrow Park Leisure Centre "Together" timetable. It is to encourage anyone over the age of 18 to get out of the house and socialise with other people through sporting activities. We think it's the best way to beat loneliness, build confidence and just feel […]

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Chair-based Exercise
Chair-based Exercise

Fridays 9:30-10:00am. Adult chair-based exercise with Advantage Barrow Raiders Community Foundation. Get your weekend started right by waking up those muscles with a gentle, full-body workout that's perfect for all abilities. Whether you're easing into exercise or looking for a relaxed way to stay active, this session is for you. Let's end the week feeling […]

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Chair Exercise at North Scale Community Centre
Chair Exercise at North Scale Community Centre

Thursdays 9:30-10:30am. A gentle exercise session designed to keep you moving. Come together in this community group and enjoy socialising while you keep fit. Visit the North Scale Community Centre Facebook page by clicking "link to site" below, or call in to find out about the groups and classes on offer. Volunteers are needed so […]

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Bluebird’s Brew & Bond – Veteran Coffee Morning
Bluebird’s Brew & Bond – Veteran Coffee Morning

10:00am - 12:00pm, first Thursday of every month. Join fellow veterans for a warm welcome, good company, and great conversation. This coffee morning is designed to bring veterans together, reduce social isolation, and create a supportive space to connect. Enjoy complimentary bacon sandwiches, cakes, unlimited tea & coffee, plus games and activities. Come along, relax, […]

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Chair-based Exercise, Askam
Chair-based Exercise, Askam

Thursdays, 10:00-11:00am. Come along and exercise to music in this informal class to keep healthy and mobile. Most exercises are done seated but standing is an option for some movement. If you woud like to work on your balance and mobility then this class could help. There is usually half an hour of exercise then […]

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Love Barrow Grand Families
Love Barrow Grand Families

Thursdays 10:00am-12:00pm. Do your grandchildren live with you some of the time or all of the time? Pop along and join this supportive group for a brew, cake and all things grandparents.

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Age UK Barrow Social Activities
Age UK Barrow Social Activities

Wednesdays 10:00-12:00pm. This is a Furness For You activity. Pop along for a couple of hours, enjoy a brew and have a laugh trying out a variety of games like foam Jenga, dominos, Scrabble, Boccia, archery and more. We kindly ask for a minimum donation of £3 for each session. Your donations support the services […]

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Age UK Active Coffee Club Dalton
Age UK Active Coffee Club Dalton

Tuesdays 10.00am-12.00pm. Come and enjoy a coffee and a chat in this friendly group with chair exercise and games. We kindly ask for a minimum donation of £3 for each session. Your donations support the services provided by Age UK South Cumbria. Thank you! Due to some groups running at full capacity we cannot accept walk […]

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Age UK Indoor Bowling
Age UK Indoor Bowling

Tuesdays 10.00am-12.00pm. Pop along and try your hand at indoor bowling from either a seated or standing position. Age UK South Cumbria kindly asks for a minimum donation of £3 for each session. Your donations support the services provided by Age UK South Cumbria. Thank you! Due to some groups running at full capacity we […]

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Age UK Active Coffee Club
Age UK Active Coffee Club

Fridays 10.00am-12.00pm. Come and enjoy a coffee and a friendly chat with chair exercise and games. We kindly ask for a minimum donation of £3 for each session. Your donations support the services provided by Age UK South Cumbria. Thank you! Due to some groups running at full capacity we cannot accept walk ins. To […]

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North Scale Warm Hub
North Scale Warm Hub

Mondays 11:00am-1:00pm. The warm hub runs year round on Mondays from 11:00am to 1:00pm, with Bingo starting at 1:00pm for those who wish to stay and have a game. Tea and toast are offered for free in the hub, with bacon buns for £1 and a toasted teacake for 75p. Visit their Facebook page by […]

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Walking Netball
Walking Netball

Wednesdays 10:15-11:30am. The Barrow Park Leisure Centre "Together" timetable is to encourage anyone over the age of 18 to get out of the house and socialise with other people through sporting activities. We think it's the best way to beat loneliness, build confidence and just feel better! Classes are £2.50 per session.

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Silver Raiders Walking Rugby
Silver Raiders Walking Rugby

Thursdays 11:00am - 12:00pm. Walking Rugby for 55+ years, but we welcome younger participants. Weekly sessions taking place throughout the year, with opportunities to take part in festivals and friendlies, and social events! £3.00 per person.  

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Eric Wright Small Grants Fund
Eric Wright Small Grants Fund

Here is an opportunity for small community groups to apply for funding from the Eric Wright Small Grants Fund. Does your group have an income of less than £30,000 per year? Are you based in Barrow or the South Lakes area? Does your work support young people, older people and or work to address health […]

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Walking Football over 55s
Walking Football over 55s

Thursdays 11:15am-12:15pm. Come along and play the beautiful game at a walking pace. We kindly ask for a minimum donation of £3 for each session. Your donations support the services provided by Age UK South Cumbria. Thank you! Due to some groups running at full capacity we cannot accept walk ins. To book a place […]

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Reminiscence Cafe
Reminiscence Cafe

3rd Friday of each month, 10:00am-12:00pm. Advantage Barrow Raiders Community Foundation are hosting a monthly event at the MKM Barrow Raiders marquee. Get together, share sporting memories and chat about sport. This group offers the chance to get out of the house for a brew and a chat with like-minded people. You'll be made very […]

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Community Cuppa St Aidan's
Community Cuppa St Aidan's

Tuesdays 10.30am-12:00pm. St Aidan's Church Newbarns would like to invite you along for a "Community Cuppa" in their cafe.  You can have a free coffee or tea and toast, though donations are welcome, of course. They are pleased to provide a place for people to come along and socialise or meet up in Newbarns. Clicking […]

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Age UK Strength & Stability
Age UK Strength & Stability

Tuesdays 12:45-1:45pm, Wednesdays 2:00-3:00pm. This exciting class will improve your balance, strengthen core muscles, promote general wellbeing, allow you to meet new people and increase your confidence. We kindly ask for a minimum donation of £3 for each session. Your donations support the services provided by Age UK South Cumbria. Thank you! Due to some […]

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Bingo
Bingo

Mondays 12.30-2:00pm. Free community prize bingo - free entry, free cake, free drink! To find out more call 01229 823020.

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Age UK Arts & Crafts
Age UK Arts & Crafts

Wednesdays 1:00-3:00pm. Come and have some fun whilst we work together and create some fantastic artwork with Artworks Art4All. A great way to promote your wellbeing and bring out your creative side. You can get creative - bring your own or get involved with what we are working on. We kindly ask for a minimum […]

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Social Prescribing Drop-in
Social Prescribing Drop-in

Thursdays 12:00-2:00pm. You are warmly invited to pop along and see the Social Prescribers. They are on hand to help with things that your GP and medicine alone can't fix. The idea behind social prescribing is to help you to have more control over your own health, and find ways to help you improve how […]

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Age UK Choir
Age UK Choir

Mondays 1:00-3:00pm. This is a choir group for those who would like to try something new and test themselves, we will all enjoy the benefits of singing as part of a group setting. We kindly ask for a minimum donation of £3 for each session. Your donations support the services provided by Age UK South […]

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Age UK Line Dancing
Age UK Line Dancing

Tuesdays 1:00-3:00pm. Grab your cowboy boots and join us for our line dancing group. Have some fun and get moving, make new friends and try something a little different. We kindly ask for a minimum donation of £3 for each session. Your donations support the services provided by Age UK South Cumbria. Thank you! Due […]

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Age UK Active Coffee Club Barrow
Age UK Active Coffee Club Barrow

Fridays 1:00pm-3:00pm. Come and enjoy a brew and have a friendly chat whilst taking in their relaxed atmosphere. We kindly ask for a minimum donation of £3 for each session. Your donations support the services provided by Age UK South Cumbria. Thank you! Due to some groups running at full capacity we cannot accept walk […]

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Prostate Support Group
Prostate Support Group

Monthly on second Monday of each month, 1:00-3:00pm. This group is open to ALL patients, carers, family and friends of those affected by prostate cancer. Please come along, be heard and be supported. We are here to improve the care and support of those affected by prostate cancer. Feel free to get on touch with […]

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Furness Dementia Hub (fourth Wed of the month)
Furness Dementia Hub (fourth Wed of the month)

Fourth Wednesday of the month 1:30pm-3:00pm. The Furness Dementia Hub is here to support people living with dementia, their carers, and anyone looking for guidance, resources, or just a friendly space. They meet on the 4th Wednesday of every month at St Mary’s Hospice Community Hub, and everyone is welcome. Pre-booking is essential for this […]

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Age UK Games Hub Dalton
Age UK Games Hub Dalton

Tuesdays 1:30-3:30pm. Pop along for a couple of hours, enjoy a brew and have a laugh trying out a variety of games like Jenga, dominos, Scrabble, Boccia, archery and more. We kindly ask for a minimum donation of £3 for each session. Your donations support the services provided by Age UK South Cumbria. Thank you! […]

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Sisterhood & Friends
Sisterhood & Friends

Wednesdays at 2:00pm. Sisterhood & Friends normally meets fortnightly. It was set up as a women's group and founded in 1915 during World War I, when men went off to war, so is over one hundred years old. Men are also wlecome. They meet for worship and fellowship, and have guests - perhaps a speaker […]

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Age UK Beginners Strength & Stability
Age UK Beginners Strength & Stability

Mondays 3:00-4:00pm. Beginners Strength and Stability is specifically designed to prevent falls, improve your balance, strengthen core muscles, promote general wellbeing, allow you to meet new people and increase your confidence. We kindly ask for a minimum donation of £3 for each session. Your donations support the services provided by Age UK South Cumbria. Thank […]

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Time in Nature dementia-friendly sessions
Time in Nature dementia-friendly sessions

Mondays June 9th, 23rd, July 7th, 14th, 3:00-4:00pm. These are small and friendly sessions for individuals with dementia and their carers. A chance to connect with nature through crafts, walks and light gardening. The perfect ‘time out’ in your week to unwind and leave feeling refreshed. These sessions are free, but it is useful for […]

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