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Support your health and wellbeing today
It can be difficult to prioritise your own health and wellbeing when you're looking after someone. We offer a range of free activities that you can do in person, online and over the phone - scroll down to see what's available.
Please note that these activities are only available to carers living within Bath and North East Somerset.
How to request a place
Create your online account
That's right, as a member of The Carers' Centre you can now create a new online account! Add your email*, a password and look out for a confirmation email.
*Use the email address you gave when you first joined The Carers’ Centre.
Register your interest
Click on an activity and confirm the date(s) you would like to attend, adding any further details as needed.
You're all set!
You will notice your request status has now changed to pending on your chosen activities. We will get back to you within a few weeks to confirm the activities we can offer you.
If you can't remember your email address or have any other questions,
call 0800 0388 885 and we can help you access your online account.
Please note, we launch our new activities every three months. Activities will only show if they have not yet taken place; past activities will not be displayed.
If there are no activities shown below, make sure you are signed up to receive our regular e-news to be notified when activities are launched to ensure you register your interest to attend. Let us know if you would like support with this.
Our activities are FREE and this is important to us. If you would like to make a contribution towards an activity, you can do this by making a donation.
Activities
In Person
Twerton Café
Meet others in Bath that understand the challenges of looking after someone. Build friendships, share your experiences, and enjoy a relaxing cuppa!
Online
Book Club
Join a welcoming, supportive group with other book enthusiasts! Members take it in turns to choose something for the rest of the group to read and discuss.
In Person
Craft Group
Join a welcoming, supportive group with other crafters! Bring along your latest craft project and enjoy a chat with others. No tuition given but there will be plenty of good company!
In Person
Midsomer Norton Café (Plus One)
Come together with others that understand. This is a welcoming and supportive space where you can bring along your loved one too!
In Person
Chocolate Quarter Café (Keynsham)
Join other people that also look after a loved one for a relaxing cuppa. You’ll receive a warm welcome from our café host and meet a friendly and supportive bunch!
In Person
KS2 Support Group
A peer-led support group for those who care for someone with a mental health difficulty.
In Person
Dementia Support Group (Carers only)
A dedicated space for people who look after someone with dementia. Come together with your community at The Carers' Centre.
In Person
Dementia Support Group (Plus One - Friday AM)
A space for those who look after someone with dementia to come together and chat. As well as a space for your loved one to enjoy with an experienced facilitator.
In Person
AWP Mental Health Support Group
Enjoy a relaxed and dedicated space for those looking after someone with a mental health difficulty. Run in partnership with Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust.
In Person
Parent Carer Café (Midsomer Norton)
Come along and meet other parent carers, share experiences, and enjoy a cuppa!
In Person
Boccia
Come and enjoy a fun, friendly and spirited game of Boccia! Similar to bowls it requires skill rather than speed or strength so is suitable for all.
In Person
Refreshing Day
Enjoy a relaxing day just for you with a choice of gentle activities and creative workshops. Refreshments and lunch provided.
In Person
Games group
Play and share your favourite board or card games with your caring community!
In Person
Bereavement Help Point
A relaxed and supportive community-based drop in where all people who are bereaved are welcome. Run in partnership with Dorothy House Hospice and We Hear You (WHY).
In Person
Keynsham Cricket Club Café (Plus One)
Find your caring community! This is a warm and welcoming space for you and your loved one.
In Person
Combe Down Café (Plus One)
Come along (either with your loved one or alone) and relax with a cuppa.
In Person
Belly Dancing (Midsomer Norton)
The perfect mix of fun and exercise! Come along to meet others and make new friends.
In Person
Larkhall Café (Plus One)
Take some for you. Come along and meet others who understand.
In Person
Dementia Support Group (Plus One - Friday PM)
A space for those who look after someone with dementia to come together and chat. As well as a space for your loved one to enjoy with an experienced facilitator.
In Person
Bath Abbey Café (Plus One)
Take some time for you at our café in the heart of Bath's historic Abbey!
In Person
Clay Modelling
Enjoy a relaxed air-dry clay session making simple flowers, worry stones, trinket dishes, or whatever inspires you.
In Person
Krater Comedy Club
Your chance to catch the comedy all-stars of tomorrow! See three of the best stand-ups in the business in this stunning venue.
In Person
Qi Gong Taster
Transform stress and improve your overall health through gentle meditative movement. Can be done seated or standing.
In Person
Adult First Aid
An interactive session covering essential life-saving skills like CPR, choking and dealing with bleeding and burns. You’ll leave with confidence that you would know how to respond in an emergency.
In Person
Bereavement Help Point
A relaxed and supportive community-based drop in where all people who are bereaved are welcome. Run in partnership with Dorothy House Hospice and We Hear You (WHY).
In Person
Treasure Hunt (Self-Guided)
This self-guided Treasure Trail takes you on a circular walk around the city centre while solving clues along the way.
In Person
Medieval to Classical Bath
Thomas Robins was a Georgian Bath artist. This talk reveals how his drawings are a fascinating record of the old medieval city alongside its emerging 18th-century Classical architecture.
In Person
Mandala Card Making
Using tools and templates design and paint your own beautiful mandala-style cards. Suitable for beginners.
In Person
Beyond the City Walls Walk
Step beyond Bath’s ancient walls and uncover the history of the expansion of the city during the 17th Century and beyond.
In Person
Nature Group
Connect with nature through a range of activities. Attendees will have a say in what they’d like to do with options including crafting photography, walks, mindfulness, foraging and more.
In Person
Westonbirt Arboretum
Join us to see the Spring colours and enjoy the 13-metre-high- treetop walkway, which offers stunning views of the trees from a completely new perspective.
In Person
Chakra Reset
Explore how chakras are linked to stress and emotional overload, and learn simple techniques to calm your body, clear your mind and restore balance when life feels overwhelming.
In Person
Filmmaking in Bath
Bridgerton, McDonald & Dodds, The Outlaws… Bath has long been a filming hotspot. This talk reveals how the city hosts productions, managing actors, crews, and locations.
In Person
Beckford's Tower
Discover the history of Beckford's Tower on this guided tour. Find out about William Beckford’s remarkable vision and enjoy the stunning architecture and panoramic views.
In Person
Gong Bath
Immerse yourself in healing sound waves and access a deep state of relaxation and peace. The vibrations of the gong work at a cellular level helping you rebalance mind and body.
In Person
Wire Weaving
An introduction to the art of wire weaving. Learn how to use copper wire and colourful beads to create intricate, custom designs.
In Person
Bridgerton Themed Dance Class
Travel back to the Regency Era with this class that, much like the show, combines Quadrille and formation dancing with a modern twist. No partner needed!
In Person
Tapping for Stress and Anxiety
EFT tapping blends acupressure with modern psychology. Combining words with gentle tapping you’ll learn techniques to alleviate stress and anxiety and restore inner balance.
In Person
Canal Boat Trip and Bradford-on-Avon
Sit back, relax and enjoy a peaceful canal cruise from the Bradford-on-Avon lock followed by time to explore this picturesque town.
In Person
Marvellous Moths
Discover the hidden world of moths; uncover fascinating facts, observe the process of recording them, and capture wonderful close-up photos of these often-overlooked night visitors.
In Person
Summer Lanterns
Make Chinese paper lanterns or tea lights using seasonally inspired craft paper; simple but beautiful for use indoors or outside on a summer’s day.
In Person
Monoprinting
Enjoy a tour of the new exhibition and then try out some monoprinting to create a unique print to take home.
In Person
Qi Gong Taster
Get together with other carers and walk (or run) this 5k route. A great chance to get some exercise, meet new people and enjoy the fresh air.
In Person
Miniature Book Making
Use patterned paper to fold, stitch, and assemble your very own miniature book with a beautiful decorative cover.
In Person
Mosaic Coasters
Get hands-on with real artefacts from this remarkable 2,000-year-old site, then use these as inspiration to craft a pair of beautiful mosaic coasters.
In Person
Bath Spa University – Open Event
Join us at Bath Spa University to tour the campus and get involved in various creative activities.
In Person
YCDT – Aspiration Conference
Join Young Carers Development Trust and other key education and carers support organisations for a jam-packed day where young carers will explore their options and possibilities for further and higher education.
In Person
Barton Camp (7-12 April)
Kick start the Easter holiday with a 5-day residential break. Relax, recharge, build friendships and make memories that will last long after the camp ends.
What should I expect at a Carer Café?
Find our more about what to expect at a Carer Café or our Dementia Support Groups
What to expect at a Carer Café Everything you need to know about the Dementia Support Groups
Got a question?
Thanks to some recent upgrades, requesting a place on our free activities is now even easier than before! As we all work with a new system, we know you might have a few questions for us, so we have done our best to answer any queries below.
An error message appeared when I typed in my email address. Why is this?
I have set up my online account, but I still can’t log on. What do I do?
You should receive a confirmation email shortly after setting up your account. Ensure you click the link in this email to verify your account. Make sure to look in your junk folder too!
Each online account needs to have a unique email address. Please get in touch on 0800 0388 885 and we can talk through your options.
I’ve had an error trying to register my interest for an activity, what do I do?
Call us on 0800 0388 885 or email us, and we will ensure you have requested a place for all the activities you would like to attend.
How do I know my request has been made?
When you are logged in, you will see a 'pending' notice on each activity you’ve registered your interest in.
Once we receive your request, we will get back to you within a few weeks to confirm the activities we can offer you.
Didn't find what you were looking for? Call us on 0800 0388 885 or email us.
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