You may have given us a different email address when you joined The Carers' Centre, or there may be a spelling mistake in our system. Call us on 0800 0388 885 or email us, and we can help.
Support your health and wellbeing today
It can be difficult to prioritise your own health and wellbeing when you're looking after someone. The Carers' Centre offer a range of free activities in person, online and over the phone to ensure lots of opportunities for you to get involved.
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 offer a full year-round activity programme. 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.
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!
Tue 23 Sep, 10:00 AM
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.
Mon 29 Sep, 07:00 PM
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!
Thu 18 Sep, 10:15 AM
In Person
Bath Wellbeing Walks
Take in some fresh air and lovely scenery as you explore the beautiful city of Bath.
Fri 19 Sep, 10:45 AM
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!
Thu 11 Sep, 02:00 PM
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.
Fri 12 Sep, 10:00 AM
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.
Tue 16 Sep, 06:00 PM
In Person
Gardening Sessions
Connect with the earth and get back to nature while helping us in our beautiful garden. Led by experienced
gardener John Tucker.
Mon 15 Sep, 10:00 AM
In Person
Knitting and Crochet Circle
Bring your knitting and crochet projects and enjoy some company.
Wed 24 Sep, 10:30 AM
In Person
Games group
Play and share your favourite board or card games with your caring community!
Fri 12 Sep, 10:30 AM
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).
Mon 15 Sep, 01:30 PM
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.
Thu 25 Sep, 10:30 AM
In Person
Bath Abbey Café (Plus One)
Take some time for you at our café in the heart of Bath's historic Abbey!
Wed 24 Sep, 10:30 AM
In Person
Carers' Voice Open Meeting September
Come along and join us as we embark on the next part of our journey together!
Thu 18 Sep, 12:30 PM
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.
Sat 13 Sep, 07:00 PM
In Person
Paper Art Course
Tue 16 Sep, 12:30 PM
Tue 23 Sep, 12:30 PM
Tue 30 Sep, 12:30 PM
Tue 07 Oct, 12:30 PM
Tue 14 Oct, 12:30 PM
Tue 21 Oct, 12:30 PM
In Person
An Afternoon of Bowls
Come and join us for a fun afternoon of lawn bowls! Perfect for all abilities – whether you’ve played before or it’s your very first time, no experience is needed, just a desire to have fun, relax in the fresh air, and enjoy some friendly company.
Wed 17 Sep, 02:00 PM
In Person
Crescents of Bath Walk
Uncover hidden stories, elegant Georgian design, and sweeping views on this historical journey into Bath’s many iconic crescents.
Mon 22 Sep, 01:30 PM
In Person
Poetry and Watercolours
Step into the gallery to see the beautiful poems and artworks on display then create your own poem inspired by nature and illustrate it with watercolours.
Wed 24 Sep, 10:45 AM
In Person
Energy Saving Advice
With energy costs continuing to rise this talk will offer advice on making your home warmer and more energy efficient this Winter, helping you to save money.
Mon 29 Sep, 10:30 AM
In Person
The Medieval Abbey
Beneath the Abbey lie the remains of a Benedictine monastery. Uncover the unusual way monks were buried here, their roles, how they lived and why they were evicted after 800 years.
Thu 25 Sep, 11:00 AM
Online
Carer Information and Support Programme (CRiSP) (Online)
This course provides support and up-to-date, relevant information in a group environment, where you can learn more about dementia, discover practical strategies to help support the person you’re caring for, find out about options for planning for the future and the importance of taking care of yourself.
Thu 11 Sep, 10:30 AM
Thu 18 Sep, 10:30 AM
Thu 25 Sep, 10:30 AM
Thu 02 Oct, 10:30 AM
Thu 09 Oct, 10:30 AM
Thu 16 Oct, 10:30 AM
In Person
Carer Information and Support Programme (CRiSP) In Person
This course provides support and up-to-date, relevant information in a group environment, where you can learn more about dementia, discover practical strategies to help support the person you’re caring for, find out about options for planning for the future and the importance of taking care of yourself.
Wed 01 Oct, 01:00 PM
Wed 08 Oct, 01:00 PM
Wed 15 Oct, 01:00 PM
Wed 22 Oct, 01:00 PM
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.
Didn't find what you were looking for? Call us on 0800 0388 885 or email us.