Regular Groups and Activities
Richmond Carers Centre events
On this page you will find the programme of activities organised by Richmond Carers Centre between January and March 2025.
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 – January to March 2025
To book a place, please email support@richmondcarers.org
Kew Gardens Trip
This monthly trip offers the opportunity to explore and enjoy the delights of Kew Gardens. In winter, there are lots of sheltered spaces to enjoy, such as the famous Palm House, the Temperate House and the Princess of Wales Conservatory. We meet promptly to enter the gardens as a group. Our February visit will include entrance to the annual Orchids exhibition.
10.30am-finish
Tuesdays 7th January, 4th February and 4th March 2025
Venue: Kew Gardens
Coffee Mornings
Join us for a hot drink and friendly conversation with fellow carers.
10.30am-12noon
Wednesdays 8th January, 5th February and 5th March 2025
Venue: Twickenham Green
Art Club
Our art sessions explore a range of art mediums with the opportunity to enjoy refreshments and connect with other carers in a relaxed environment. The group will be painting coaters in January. February’s activity will focus on canvas painting using acrylic paints. In March, we will be working with wood to create hanging signs for home decor. Materials will be provided and carers can take their artworks home after the session. 11am-1pm
Thursdays 9th January, 6th February and 6th March 2025
Venue: Twickenham Green
Ham House
We are pleased to offer monthly visits to Ham House, one of the grandest Stuart houses in England. During our visits, you can enjoy each other’s company whilst exploring the house and grounds.
11am-1pm
Fridays 10th January and 7th March 2025
Venue: Ham House
Macrame Bracelet Making for Young Adult Carers and Parent Carers
Join us for a wonderful introduction to the addictive craft of macrame. During the class you will learn how to tie square knots and make a sliding clasp, techniques you’ll be able to use again in other macrame projects. This workshop is suitable for all levels, as no prior experience of macrame is required. Please note this session is for young adult carers aged 17-25 and carers for young people under 25 years of age only.
11am-12.30pm
Wednesday 22nd January 2025
Venue: Twickenham Green
Pilates
Pilates is a low impact exercise that helps to improve your body’s strength and balance while using breathing techniques to control your movement. Our sessions are suitable for any ability and no previous experience is needed. The tutor will adapt the exercises to accommodate any injuries or physical restrictions. As a New Year’s treat, a light breakfast will be provided at the first session. (NB. This is a 6-week course, you should aim to attend at least 4 of the 6 sessions)
10.30-11.45am
Wednesdays 29th January, 5th and 12th February 2025
Venue: Eel Pie Island
Coffee Mornings for Parent Carers
Come along and enjoy some refreshments whilst meeting other parent carers. Please note that this activity is for carers of children under the age of 25 only.
10.30am-12noon
Tuesday 11th February 2025
Venue: Marble Hill
Bingo Social Evening
Come along to our Social Evening to meet other carers and enjoy drinks and nibbles over a game of bingo.
6-8pm
Wednesday 12th February 2025
Venue: Twickenham Green
Lunch Social
Join us for a delicious 2-course lunch and a chance to chat with other carers. As this activity has been part-funded by the NHS Winter Engagement Fund, there will be a short discussion about the NHS App and winter wellness prior to the meal. We will be holding two lunches; please specify your preferred date when registering your interest.
12noon-3pm
Thursday 13th February or Tuesday 25th February 2025
Venue: Richmond or Teddington
Stroll Dance Class
Start the week with a fun and friendly dance class led by an experienced instructor. Strolling is an easy, low-impact line dance, set to 1950’s rock and roll. You will get a chance to chat with other carers before the instructor, Colin, leads you through a gentle warm-up, an hour of Strolling, and a gentle cool-down. All are welcome. No experience required.
10am-12noon
Monday 24th February 2025
Venue: Twickenham
Board Game Evening for Young Adult Carers
Join us for a fun evening of nibbles and gaming with other young adult carers. Please note that this activity is for young adult carers aged between 17-25 years old.
6-8pm
Wednesday 26th February 2025
Venue: Twickenham Green
Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) at Richmond Theatre
Come along for an evening at the theatre. Men, money and microphones will be fought over in this irreverent but affectionate adaptation where the stakes couldn’t be higher when it comes to romance. This multi-award-winning comedy production features a string of pop classics including Young Hearts Run Free, Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow and You’re So Vain.
7.30pm to finish
Thursday 27th February 2025
Venue: Richmond Theatre
Craft Session for Young Adult Carers and Parent Carers
In this session we will use dried flowers to decorate a tealight holder. Materials will be provided, and carers can take their artwork home after the session. Please note this session is for young adult carers aged 17-25 and carers for young people under 25 years of age only.
11am-1pm
Wednesday 11th March 2025
Venue: Twickenham Green
Lush Bath Bomb Making
Join us for a bath bomb making activity, with skincare tips and advice with Lush. At the end of the session, you will have a handmade product to take home.
11am-1pm
Wednesday 12th March 2025
Venue: Twickenham Green
Creative Writing
Writing can be a great way to express yourself and release some tension. In this relaxed session, we will share our inspirations and have a go at writing our own short piece or poem. No experience necessary. Just come along, enjoy some refreshments, and have some fun.
5.30-7pm
Wednesday 26th March 2025
Venue: Twickenham Green
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.