Regular Groups and Activities
Richmond Carers Centre events
On this page you will find the programme of activities organised by Richmond Carers Centre between September and October 2026.
Please also take a look at our programme of workshops organised for carers.
Richmond Carers Centre runs a number of regular groups and activities, open to all adult carers registered with Richmond Carers Centre. This is a blended service offering both online and face-to-face sessions, details of which can be found below.
We are always developing our programme of groups and activities and we would love to hear from you if you have any suggestions or ideas as this will help us in our planning. Please email support@richmondcarers.org
Our online sessions are run online using Zoom. When your place has been confirmed you will receive an email with a link to join the group along with instructions for using Zoom and information on how the group will work. If you are not familiar with Zoom, please do not worry as we are available to support you with this. Just let us know and we will be happy to guide you on how to use the platform.
Email support@richmondcarers.org to register your interest in any of the activities below.
Registering your interest is essential as activities and workshops are in high demand. Spaces are allocated fairly, with priority given to newly registered carers and carers that have not attended an activity before. Please note that all activities and workshops are for adult carers registered with Richmond Carers Centre only.
Where applicable, please specify your preferred time and date when registering your interest in any of our activities. Please allow 10 days for an initial response.
Activity programme – September and October 2026
To book a place, please email support@richmondcarers.org
Kew Gardens – Walk and Talk
As the seasons begin to change, enjoy a relaxed walk through one of London’s most beautiful green spaces. Whether you prefer chatting as you stroll or taking time to explore at your own pace, these monthly visits offer an opportunity to stretch your legs, enjoy the changing scenery and spend time in welcoming company.
Tuesdays 1st September and 6th October 2026
10.30am-finish
Venue: Kew Gardens
Coffee Mornings – Your Monthly Pause
Join us for a relaxed morning of tea, coffee, biscuits and conversation with people who understand the realities of caring. Whether you are catching up with familiar faces or coming along for the first time, there is always a warm welcome and no pressure to do anything more than enjoy the company.
Wednesdays 2nd September and 6th October 2026
10.30am-12noon
Venue: Twickenham Green
Art Club – Create, Relax, Connect
Take a couple of hours to enjoy making something with your hands in the company of other carers. This welcoming monthly group is about enjoying the creative process, sharing ideas and giving yourself permission to slow down for a while. These sessions will cover exploring your creativity through mark making using a variety of mediums. Give yourself permission for space, allowing time for pause and let the magic happen. Materials are provided and no previous experience is needed.
Thursdays 3rd September and 1st October 2026
11am-1pm
Venue: Twickenham Green
Afternoon Tea with the Mayor
Enjoy a special afternoon hosted by the Mayor. We are bringing carers together over tea, coffee and sweet treats as lovely opportunity to meet fellow carers, enjoy good conversation and feel recognised for the invaluable contribution you make as unpaid carers across the Richmond borough.
1–2.30pm
Wednesday 9th September 2026
Venue: Twickenham
Cinema Lucky Dip – An Evening at the Movies
Leave the film choice to us and enjoy an evening at the cinema with complimentary tickets provided by Richmond Carers Centre. Whether it is a comedy, drama or something completely unexpected, there is something rather enjoyable about not knowing what is about to appear on the big screen. N.B. This activity is unstaffed. Therefore, there is no organised meeting point, although you may well recognise other carers before the trailers begin.
Wednesday 9th and Tuesday 22nd September 2026
6pm onwards (time to be confirmed)
Venue: Richmond
Sip ‘n’ Stroll Men’s Club – Walk, Talk, Connect
Enjoy an easy-going afternoon combined with a relaxing local walk with plenty of opportunities for conversation along the way. Whether you are keen to chat or simply appreciate a walk and a pint, this session offers good company without any pressure.
Thursday 10th September 2026
1–3pm
Venue: Twickenham Green
Macramé Bracelet Making Workshop – Creativity to Wear Around
This craft session will help you hone your Macramé skills and design your very own bracelet to take home. No previous experience will be needed and all materials will be provided.
Thursday 15th September 2026
12noon–2pm
Venue: Twickenham Green
Parent Carers Coffee Morning – A Space That Gets It
Join other parent carers for a relaxed morning of conversation, hot drinks and shared understanding. Exchange experiences, pick up ideas from others or simply enjoy time with people who understand the unique challenges of caring for a child or young person with additional needs. N.B. Please note that this activity is for carers of young people with additional needs under the age of 25 only.
Wednesday 16th September 2026
10.30am–12noon
Venue: Twickenham Green
Origami – Fold, Create, Unwind
Slow things down with a relaxing introduction to the art of origami. With a few simple folds, a sheet of paper gradually becomes something entirely new, making this a wonderfully absorbing activity that is easy to lose yourself in. Enjoy friendly conversation as you create a selection of paper designs to take home. N.B. This activity has been rescheduled. Priority will be given to those who were previously booked on.
Thursday 17th September 2026
10am–11am
Venue: Twickenham Green
Phone Photography Walk – See Things Differently
Sometimes all it takes is looking a little closer. We will head out together for a gentle walk, using our phones to capture interesting details, colours and moments that might otherwise go unnoticed. Afterwards we will settle down over coffee to share our favourite photographs, exchange simple photography tips and enjoy seeing familiar surroundings through each other’s eyes.
Wednesday 23rd September 2026
10am–12pm
Venue: Twickenham Green
TIME by Luxmuralis – An Evening of Light and Wonder
An immersive light and sound installation created by Luxmuralis. Monumental projections, music and colour bring a historic building to life, inviting you to wander at your own pace through a series of striking visual displays. Complimentary tickets are provided by Richmond Carers Centre. N.B. This activity is unstaffed. Therefore, there is no organised meeting point but you may spot familiar faces as you explore the exhibition.
Thursday 24th September 2026
7pm to finish
Venue: Teddington
Chair Yoga – Restorative movements
Join us for a restorative Chair Yoga session designed to help you take a little time for yourself through gentle movement and guided activity. You can expect a relaxed and supportive atmosphere with opportunities to unwind, reconnect with your body and enjoy time alongside fellow carers.
Tuesday 29th September 2026
3.30-4.30pm
Venue: Twickenham Green
Focus Group – Win £150
The way Richmond Carers Centre supports you, is decided by how you need support. We are giving you a chance to win £150 in order to help us put this into practice. This focus group offers a collaborative and curious space to talk though what you would like to see from our activities programme going forward. Explore what is working, identify challenges and become part of the solution for your community. Each one of the small number of participants will be entered into our prize draw, simply for having a chat. The winner will receive a £150 Amazon Voucher straight to their email. Join us in person or attend the online session.
Thursday 8th October 2026
12.30–2pm (in-person) or 6-7.30pm (online)
Venue: Twickenham Green
Journal Making – A Book of Your Own
Create your own handcrafted journal from start to finish in this enjoyable, hands-on workshop. You will assemble and personalise a notebook that can be used for reflections, sketches, memories or everyday notes, all while enjoying a relaxed atmosphere and friendly conversation. You will leave with a unique journal that is entirely your own.
Tuesday 13th October 2026
11am–1pm
Venue: Twickenham Green
Social Evening – Quiz Night
Join us for another relaxed social evening as we put our thinking caps on for a friendly themed quiz. Whether you are fiercely competitive or simply there for enjoyment, it is a wonderful excuse to spend an evening with other carers enjoying refreshments, conversation and plenty of good humour.
Wednesday 14th October 2026
6–8pm
Venue: Twickenham Green
Sip ‘n’ Paint – Coffee, Colour, Calm
Settle in with a warm drink and enjoy a peaceful morning of painting in good company. Using paint-by-number designs, this gentle session is all about slowing the pace, enjoying the rhythm of painting and letting conversation come naturally. There is no pressure to be artistic, just watch your picture gradually come to life.
Thursday 15th October 2026
10am–11.30am
Venue: Twickenham Green
Autumn Wreath Making – A Touch of Autumn
Celebrate the changing season with a relaxed creative session inspired by the colours and textures of autumn. Using a selection of natural and decorative materials, you will create your own handcrafted wreath to take home while enjoying easy conversation and a welcoming atmosphere. It is a lovely way to spend a couple of unhurried hours in good company.
Tuesday 20th October 2026
11.30am–1.30pm
Venue: Twickenham Green
Lush Bath Bomb Making – A Little Luxury
Enjoy a creative afternoon making your own beautifully scented bath bombs, using a selection of colours, fragrances and natural ingredients. Whether you keep them for yourself or give them as a thoughtful gift, this session offers an opportunity to leave with something you will be pleased to take home.
Thursday 22nd October 2026
1–2.30pm
Venue: Twickenham Green
Board Games Afternoon – Friendly Competition
Rediscover the simple pleasure of sitting around a table enjoying a board game with good company. From familiar classics to modern favourites, there will be something for everyone. Come along on your own or with your competitive streak.
Tuesday 27th October 2026
1–3pm
Venue: Twickenham Green
Men’s Club – Poker Afternoon
Rediscover the simple pleasure of sitting around a table enjoying a board game with good company. From familiar classics to modern favourites, there will be something for everyone. Come along on your own or with your competitive streak.
Wednesday 28th October 2026
1–3pm
Venue: Twickenham Green
YAC Hot Chocolate Meet Up – Cosy vibes
Join other young adult carers at a café for a catch up. See some new faces and perhaps some familiar ones. Please note this activity is only for Young Adult Carers aged 18-25 years old.
Thursday 29th October 2026
11am-12.30pm
Venue: Richmond
The Hollow – An Evening at the Theatre
Enjoy an evening at the theatre with complimentary tickets to The Hollow, Agatha Christie’s classic murder mystery filled with sharp wit, family tensions and unexpected twists. N.B. There is no organised meeting point, although many carers enjoy spotting familiar faces before the performance or during the interval.
Thursday 29th October 2026
7pm to finish
Venue: Richmond
What would you like to see in our programme?
We are continuing to work on our programme of groups and activities and we would love to hear from you if you have any suggestions or ideas as this will help us in our planning. Please email support@richmondcarers.org or call 020 8867 2380.