Regular Activities

Walks of approximately three to four miles led by qualified leaders. Due to popularity we run two walking groups, the first leaves at 10.15am and the second at 11am. We normally meet at our main office at the Newman Centre but please check details. Book in advance.

Friendly weekly group for men to socialise together; play games; do a quiz with a cup of tea and biscuits.

Join us via Zoom for an hour of quizzing and fun! Contact the office for the Zoom link.

Opportunity to call in for a chat at the Newman Centre. Tea, coffee and biscuits. Information, events and advice. All welcome.

Our Digital Support Worker, Vanessa, is available to support you to do more online.

We can support you to do more online such as:

• Book your GP appointments
• Order your prescriptions
• Connect with family & friends
• Find local activities and support groups

Come along with any IT questions or problems that you may have.

If you are a beginner and want to start playing Ukulele, call the office and we can ask the tutor to give you a call.

Suitable for all abilities, Tai Chi is a gentle exercise that can help reduce stress, improve posture, balance, muscle strength and flexibility.

We meet on the first Tuesday of every month at the Newman Centre to enjoy a light lunch in company and enjoy a sing-a-long with our resident musician. Must Book.

For people living with dementia and their carers. We understand how overwhelming and uncertain it can be living with and caring for a loved one with a memory impairment. Meeting up with others can offer reassurance, emotional and practical advice and support. We meet on the third Tuesday of the month and offer a range of interactive activities, entertainment and carer support.

Our Food and a Film group is held on the fourth Tuesday of the month, a chance to enjoy a light lunch and film in company with a treat at the interval!  Please call the office to book a place.

Every Wednesday morning, join us for arts, crafts and table games. Includes all materials and refreshments (tea, coffee and biscuits).

An opportunity to enjoy a two-course home made fresh meal in company. Please book in advance.

We meet every Wednesday afternoon to provide a gentle exercise class, including chair-based exercise, suitable for those with Osteoporosis. Please contact the office for further details. We currently have two Flexicise classes running at different times.

On the first Wednesday of every month we welcome all carers to join us at this carers’ support group. A monthly group working in partnership with Carers Leeds, the group is welcoming and friendly, giving carers a break from caring and the opportunity to get advice, information and support tailored towards your caring role.

Our monthly Bereavement Support Drop-In meets at The Newman Centre, Station Road, Cross Gates, Leeds LS15 7JY. Meet other bereaved people for peer group support and understanding. Fourth Wednesday of the month.

Come and join our Line Dancing class which is much more than learning the steps! Make new friends, move your body, have fun and enjoy the music. As well as improving your fitness, dancing is proven to sharpen the mind and help with balance and co-ordination.

Join us for a afternoon of cryptic crosswords. Keep that brain active! New members welcome.

Opportunity to call in for a chat at St Mary’s Church Whitkirk Community Centre. Tea, coffee and biscuits. Information, events and advice. All welcome.

Our Digital Support Worker, Vanessa, is available to support you to do more online.

We can support you to do more online such as:

• Book your GP appointments
• Order your prescriptions
• Connect with family & friends
• Find local activities and support groups

Come along with any IT questions or problems that you may have.

Our Painting and Drawing class meets every Friday afternoon at St Mary’s Community Centre. A chance to relax and create some wonderful artwork covering various themes which we display at our Scheme for everyone to enjoy!

Your opportunity to play all the games you’ve always wanted to – including Dominoes, Cards, Scrabble, Rummikub and lots more! You must be able to make your own way to the Scheme; the session will be volunteer led.

Got a gardening question? Need a little guidance? Share knowledge, stories, ideas, maybe even seedlings and cuttings. We look forward to seeing you fortnightly – first and third Friday of the month. Please contact the office for details. Gardening Club is free if you are already attending our Friday Drop-In Coffee Morning.

Run by our very own John Freer, who is happy to teach absolute beginners as well as assist more advanced knitters. We look forward to seeing you fortnightly – second and fourth Friday of the month. Please contact the office for details. Knitting Club is free if you are already attending our Friday Drop-In Coffee Morning.

If you are lonely on a weekend or would like to get out more, join us on our Shared Tables and enjoy a meal in company with other like minded older people. Please call the office on 0113 260 6565 to book a place. Details of upcoming meals are in our current newsletter.

If you are lonely on a weekend or would like to get out more, join us on our Shared Tables and enjoy a meal in company with other like minded older people. Please call the office on 0113 260 6565 to book a place. Details of upcoming meals are in our current newsletter.