St Matthews Community Halls is a busy, vibrant hub with groups in every day including dance groups, Tai Chi, indoor bowling, line dance, yoga, nattering knitters and an arts and crafts workshop. They also cater for parties and social events. The link below will take you to their Facebook page, where you can find out […]

Newbarns Ward Community and Residents Group promotes the interests of local residents, employers, institutions and community to improve the pride and spirit of the Newbarns community. They take the lead on developing and managing local projects for the good of the community with a particular interest in engaging local stakeholders including residents and local schools. […]

The website link below will take you to Hawcoat Community Centre's Facebook page, where you can find details of community events taking place.

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The Sports & Social Club provide a community hub for the area. The main activity is Crown Green Bowls, but they also have a bar and have regular cabaret nights, quiz's, ladies dance to keep fit, cards & dominoes nights, and indoor bowling. Often during the day time it provides a safe place for people […]

Ulverston Table Tennis Club run 3 sessions a week: Bat and Chat Table Tennis - Tuesdays 10:00am - 12:00pm. League and social table tennis - Wednesdays 7:00 - 10:00pm Bat and Chat Table Tennis (for the over 55s) - Fridays 2:30 - 4:30pm. They also offer coaching (free) to juniors on a Wednesday from 6:00 […]

The aim of the Furness Model Railway Club, which is a non-profit making organisation, is to encourage the hobby of model railways and model engineering by co-operative effort in the acquiring and interchange of knowledge, practical help, exhibitions of work finished or under construction, also the development of the club, club life and the hobby […]

The Willow Tree Community Café is located in Barrow and District Disability Association's centre. It is a town-centre community café offering freshly cooked food and beverages, weekdays 10am - 3pm. Every penny of profit supports BDDA’s charitable work and strengthens our community. Eat well. Feel good while supporting others and making a difference. Click the […]

Drop Zone Youth Projects (DZYP) is a dynamic youth organisation based in Furness, dedicated to raising the aspirations and achievements of young people aged 7 to 21 (up to 24 for those who are vulnerable). Since its inception in 2004, DZYP has been committed to providing safe, inclusive, and supportive environments where young individuals can […]

The Sea Cadets are working in the local Furness community to give young people access to incredible opportunities and skills that help them to launch well in today's world. They aim to give young people an experience that will help them grow into the person they want to be in a safe and friendly environment. […]

Cadets can be aged between 12 and 18 and have the opportunity to take part in numerous activities, including First Aid training (which leads to nationally-recognised awards), DofE (The Duke of Edinburgh's Award), BTEC Certificate in Public Services (equivalent to 4 GCSE A* grades), not to mention the military skills and adventurous training. The County […]

RAF Air Cadets in Barrow-in-Furness and surrounding areas. Joining the 128 Barrow-in-Furness Squadron Air Cadets can offer you a range of benefits, especially if you’re interested in aviation, leadership, and adventure. Joining air cadets can be a fulfilling experience, offering a wide range of skills, opportunities, and adventures that can benefit you throughout life. For […]

Youth Ability aims to provide a variety of services for young people with disabilities or who are socially isolated. Our aim is to work with these individuals over a long period of time to assist their social and emotional development on their journey to adulthood. As part of a weekly delivery programme, they offer groups […]

The Salvation Army is situated in the centre of Barrow-in-Furness and is a Christian Church that seeks to offer holistic support to everyone, including some of the most vulnerable in our town. They offer hot drinks on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00am-2:00pm as well as a free pasty and pie lunch on Wednesdays 12:00-1:00pm. Call […]

Love Barrow Families was founded in 2014 by two local public service workers, Katrina Robson and Alison Tooby, and was co-designed with local families and practitioners using co-production principles. Love Barrow Families is rooted in our community and has grown from the ground upwards. They offer brews and "fare share" food on Thursdays from 9:00am […]

Mondays 6:00-7:00pm. Sign Ability is a signing choir open to the whole community. You are invited along to this free group session to have fun with singing and Makaton signing, and enjoy some company. We also take part in performances at local community events, which you are welcome to join. This is an inclusive event […]