Regular Groups and Activities
Richmond Carers Centre events
On this page you will find a special programme of activities planned by Richmond Carers Centre for Carers Week 2024. You will also find the programme of activities organised by Richmond Carers Centre in July and August.
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 – August to October 2024
To book a place, please email support@richmondcarers.org
Wellbeing Walk in Richmond Park
A trained walking guide will take you on a circular walk in Richmond Park, taking in in the beautiful scenery and views, and enjoying some gentle exercise with other carers.
11am-1pm
Thursday 8th August
Venue: Richmond Park
Raft Building at the Lensbury Club
Have a go at designing, building, and paddling your own raft at the Lensbury Club. Under the supervision of experienced instructors, you will work as a team using logs, ropes, and barrels to build your craft then take it onto the river to test its seaworthiness! No experience is necessary, but a good level of water confidence is recommended. Please dress appropriately for water sports. A change of clothes is recommended.
4.30-6pm
Thursday 8th August
Venue: The Lensbury Club, Teddington
Now You See Us at Tate Britain
In this art exhibition spanning 400 years from Tudor times to the First World War, Tate Britain celebrates pioneering women artists. This show features over 150 works by women who were determined to succeed, refused to be boxed in, and paved the way for future generations of artists.
10.30am entry
Wednesday 14th August
Venue: Tate Britain
Summer Social Evening
Join us for a glass of Pimm’s and a scone or two whilst socialising with other carers.
6-8pm
Thursday 15th August
Venue: Twickenham Green
Pitch and Putt Golf
Practise your putting and enjoy a fun day out at this short 9-hole golf course. No equipment or experience is necessary. The course is designed for beginners.
11am-12.30pm (approximately)
Wednesday 21st August
Venue: Hounslow
Picnic for Young Adult Carers
Join us for a picnic and some park games with other young adult carers (aged 18-25). This will be a chance to relax and catch up in the sun.
1-3pm
Tuesday 27th August
Venue: Twickenham Green
Kew Gardens Trip
This monthly trip offers the opportunity to explore and enjoy the delights of Kew Gardens. Carers go free as part of our membership with the Community Access Scheme. We meet promptly to enter the gardens as a group.
10.30am-finish
Tuesdays 3rd September and 1st October
Venue: Kew Gardens
Coffee Mornings
Join us for a hot drink and friendly conversation with fellow carers.
10.30am-12noon
Wednesdays 4th September and 2nd October
Venue: Twickenham Green
Yoga
Our yoga sessions offer a chance to stretch your body, improve flexibility, strengthen your muscles and improve overall wellbeing by including different breathing and relaxation techniques. You should leave the sessions feeling energised, relaxed and better equipped to face the day. The sessions are for any ability with options to modify certain poses and use props to allow them to be more accessible and accommodate any injury or physical restrictions. This is a 5 week course. You should aim to attend at least 3 of the 5 sessions.
10.30-11.45am
Wednesdays 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th September and 2nd October
Venue: Eel Pie Island
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. September’s activity will focus on canvas painting using acrylics. For October we will be designing and decorating a porcelain bowl. Materials will be provided and carers can take their artworks home after the session.
11am-1pm
Thursdays 5th September and 3rd October
Venue: Twickenham Green
Ten Pin Bowling
Join us for a game or two of classic ten pin bowling. Have fun and test your skills whilst meeting other carers.
11am-1pm
Thursday 12th September
Venue: Kingston
Former Carers Meet-Up
Join other former carers for a walk and refreshments at Kew Gardens. Please note this meet up is for former carers whose caring role has ended within the last 6 months.
10.30am-12.30pm
Thursday 12th September
Venue: Kew Gardens
Autumnal Wreath Making
Join us to create an autumnal wreath celebrating the warm and golden colours of autumn. Using a variety of materials you will make a beautiful celebration of autumn for your home, whilst enjoying friendly company in this group activity.
11am-1pm
Wednesday 18th September
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 18th September
Venue: Twickenham Green
Beeswax Candle Making
During this activity you will learn how to make taper and pillar beeswax candles using sheets of wonderfully fragrant beeswax. You can then decorate the candles, before wrapping them in paper and raffia. They will be ready to give as gifts or to keep for yourself. No prior experience of candle making is needed and all materials are provided.
11am-1pm
Wednesday 9th October
Venue: Teddington
Turner’s House Tour
Join us on a tour of the former home of celebrated painter JMW Turner. We will meet at a local café for a hot drink and pastry, before going on a private tour, where we will learn about the history of Sandycombe Lodge and its famous resident. This activity has been made possible by the Full of Life Fund, which supports activities for older people in Richmond. Therefore, this activity is only open to carers aged 55+.
10.30am-12.30pm
Thursday 10th October
Venue: St. Margarets
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 18 only.
10.30am-12noon
Wednesday 16th October
Venue: Twickenham
Social Evening
Join us for refreshments whilst socialising with other carers.
6-8pm
Thursday 16th October
Venue: Twickenham Green
Pizza and Painting for Young Adult Carers
Join us for an evening of canvas painting and pizza whilst chatting with other young adult carers. Please note that this activity is for young adult carers aged 18-25 only.
6-8pm
Thursday 17th October
Venue: Twickenham Green
Afternoon Tea with the Mayor
Come and enjoy some delicious refreshments and good company at York House. The Mayor of Richmond is hosting this event to celebrate unpaid carers and recognise the outstanding work you do to care for your loved ones.
1.30pm-3pm
Wednesday 23rd October
Venue: Twickenham
Pool and Darts
Join us for a few rounds of pool and darts whilst socialising with other carers. A soft drink and a snack is included.
11am-1pm
Wednesday 30th October
Venue: Kingston