Bassetlaw Action centre is a community resource agency offering help and support to individuals and organisations throughout Bassetlaw; Promoting the independence of older and volunerable people, supporting individuals with long term conditions and the provision of local transport solutions, and to continuously improve what we do

Revised opening times ( June 2018 ) 09.00 - 1.00pm

Our friendly staff are here to help you with your enquiries.

Our projects include:

Community Transport - Car Scheme, Car Scheme Plus and Minibus

Housing Advice through NNSP

Stroke / Neuro Service

Befriending - through Social Prescribing

Home Support Services - General Housework, Laundry/ironing,shopping,sittingservice,medical promts, light meal preparation, social visits, accompanied shopping 

Energy Advice

Groups and Clubs

Self Help

Staying Well

Benefits Advice including Universal Credit

Volunteering Opportunities

Room Hire

Pathways to Access Service: Partner Referral, Self Referral, NNSP, Drop In sessions.

Please visit our website for more information www.bassetlawactioncentre.org.uk

or contact us using the details below. Our opening times are Monday - Friday 09.00 am - 3pm and an answerphone service is available at all other times.

Reduced Opening Opening Hours over Christmas 2017 ( closed 25th, 26th December ) Open 27th, 28th, 29th 09.00 - 1pm.

Telephone: 01777 709650 ( Fax 01777 700644 )

Most people would agree that physical activity is good for you; however, the majority of us don't do enough to improve our health and some of us don't do anything at all.

Available through your GP or Healthcare Professional, this programme aims to provide you with the support and advice you need to exercise safely and appropriately.  You will learn new skills such as how to listen to your body and exercise at a pace which is comfortable for your condition.

Open 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month 10am to 12 noon at the Cleveland Close Community Centre, Carlton-in-Lindrick.  Activities include Exercise, Healthy Recipes, and Looking at a healthy lifestyle.  Please call for more details.

Lectures, outings, publications of local interest.  Open lecture annually. Refreshments.

2nd Wednesday of the month 7.30pm, September to May. £1.50 for one off visits. £6.50 for yearly membership.

New comers will be made most welcome.

Qualified trainer who will cater for beginners. Exercise focuses on keeping muscle tone, stretching, flexibility and raising heart rate gently. Refreshments after exercises. £2.50 per session.

The Tuxford Family Fitness Sessions offer the opportunity for families to exercise together. Come along and take part in the beginner and intermediate fitness sessions and take advantage of the free multi sports sessions for the children.

Sessions take place on Mondays (term time only) from 6pm to 7pm. Cost is 3.50 per adult and children attend for free.

Please note: Children exercising must be accompanied by an adult participating in the fitness class.

Various clubs and groups, including bingo, dancing etc. Some meals available.

Monday Friendship Club

Mon 10am-12noon contact Mrs Wilson 01777 870341

Forget Me Not Club

Tues & Fri 12noon-3.30pm contact Mrs Pottinger 01777 870341

Holds regular events and groups. Meeting and conference rooms available for hire.

Opening Times

Monday: 9.30 - 6.00
Tuesday: 9.30 - 6.00
Wednesday: 9.30 - 6.00
Thursday: 9.30 - 6.00
Friday: 9.30 - 6.00
Saturday: 9.30 - 4.00
Sunday: 12.00 - 4.00

Facilities

All libraries provide books for loan by children and adults (fiction, non-fiction and large print), PCs with a range of software, including free internet and email, CDRoms and a range of information services.

This library also offers the following facilities

• Books in other languages
• County Council papers
• Disabled access
• DVD
• Exhibition area
• Fax
• Induction loops
• Local studies centre
• Meeting rooms
• Music compact discs
• Newspaper/magazines
• Parents collection
• Photocopier
• Scanner
• Talking Books
• Telephone directories

Social group for pensioners, providing speakers, bingo game at end of session, outings, holidays and other activities.

Meetings 2nd Wednesday in the month except January and August, 2pm-4pm at Crossing Church Worksop.

£1.50 per session. £5.00 annual charge.

Must be over 60.

The object of all Probus Clubs is to promote fellowship amongst members by holding regular meetings and social functions. All Probus Clubs are non-political and non-sectarian.  The club now has a membership of about 50 with high attendance at meetings.  Meetings are held at the Worksop Cricket Club from 10.00 to 12.00 on alternate Fridays.  Members are encouraged to invite guests and prospective new members.

Club members and guests enjoy talks, often illustrated with slides on a wide range of interesting subjects. Speakers are selected from specialists in their subject and from members who are happy to share a wealth of knowledge and anecdotes.

Need a new ... fridge? Bed? Tv? Sofa?  Save and borrow with your local community bank.  Join 2 Shires today!

Credit unions help people take control of their money by encouraging them to save what they can and borrow only what they can afford to repay.  2 Shires Community Bank is a not-for-profit bank that exists to benefit the community.  You can apply for a load that is massively cheaper than doorstep lenders and payday loads and competitive with high street banks.

Membership is open to anyone living or working in the district.

Visit   http://www.2shires.org.uk/index.asp  for more information.

Bassetlaw Day Services offers services to a wide group of people, covering an age range of nineteen upwards.  We offer an imaginative and flexible service for people, who require close support and supervision and to people who are working towards living as independently as possible in their local community. We offer day services across two sites in Worksop. We aim to make each day for people who access our service an enjoyable experience.  We offer a range of stimulating activities designed to meet individual support needs and give new experiences in a safe environment through social, recreational and educational activities.

Facilities at Albion Close
We have a wide range of facilities on offer including a salon, sensory room, activity rooms, a well-equipped art and craft room, comfortable lounges and a spacious dining room. The building has a full catering service and an excellent choice of hot and cold meals are available.

Bassetlaw Day Services
Albion Close
Worksop
Nottinghamshire

Facilities at the Community Resource within Worksop Library

The day service opened in 2010 and is a modern fully equipped building with a computer suite, art and craft room, spacious lounges, several multi- purpose activity rooms and an accessible enclosed garden. The day service can provide an excellant choice of hot and cold meals. The barista café located within the Library also offers an excellent choice of food and drinks throughout the day.

A friendly and sociable group for over 50s, offering a variety of activities including bowls, short mat bowls and snooker.

The group meets every Thursday, from 10.15am to 1.00pm, at the North Notts Community Arena, Eastgate, Worksop.

For more information, please contact the Arena on 01909 480164.

We aim to have a positive effect on dementia sufferers by using music to stimulate the areas of the brain which are still intact.

SPA provides information about local health service provision as listed below:

high quality integrated services in health and social care

community nursing

continence advice

home loans

intermediate care

community rehab

rapid response

emergency dental 

Marie Curie Nursing

 It also provides a Patients Advice and Liaison service (PALS) to provide assistance, advice and support with any issues or concerns that you have about the care that you or your family is receiving.

The group provides social and communication support, speakers, outings and hold a raffle at their meetings. The group meets on the first and third Thursday of the month - please get in contact for more information.

£10 annual subscription fee for membership.

Meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at the Crossing between 6.45pm-9pm.

We also provide some services to help you keep independent which you can access at anytime, without the need for any type of assessment.

These include:

Meals at Home delivery service

 http://www.countyenterprisefoods.co.uk/

Handy Person's Adaptation Service- help and support to keep people safe  secure in their home with free or low-cost but high quality essential adaptations  small practical jobs.

• telephone: 0300 500 80 80.
• email: enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk.

The Connect Service- can help you by finding info about local services, activities & opportunities. If needed, Connect staff can work with you around money issues, housing problems, health management & other things. This short-term support will be tailored to your needs & will focus on achieving what you want in a way that suits you.

• website: www.personalisedsupport.co.uk/Bassetlaw-Connect
• telephone: 0115 844 3541

Independent Financial Advice & Support 

 0300 500 80 80 

If after exploring these options you feel you may need more support, then you might need to have a Care & Support Assessment. This will allow you to explain the things you are finding hard to achieve & we will discuss with you how we might be able to help you.

The aim of the assessment will always be to help you regain or maintain a level of independence.  We will carry out the assessment in the most proportionate way depending on your needs, this could be over the telephone or at one of our clinics.  

Please contact us on 0300 500 80 80, an advisor can help you with your options and may complete a referral for a care and support assessment.

The Aurora centre is open Monday - Friday 09.30 am - 4.30pm

The centre welcomes all members of the public to the centre. On offer are a wide and varied range of services and programmes. Something for everyone.

Bereavement support in the community 09.30 - 12.30pm Every Friday Morning. Centre open weekdays 9.30am-4.30pm.

To support and help people who have been diagnosed with cancer.

Cancer patients are offered free pampering, beauty, fashion, hairdressing and therapy services. There is also a cafe and shop.

Chair Yoga for everybody.

Movements to strengthen whole body while seated or using the support of a chair.

Mon 2-3pm Contact Kay Hudson 01777 249086

Coffee & Chat 

Mon & Tues 10am-12noon Oct to April Contact Jean Young 01777 248431

Hatha Young

Mon 4-5pm Contact Kay Hudson 01777 249086

Evergreen Club (over 60s)

2nd & last Wednesday in the month 2-4pm Contact Madge Bradley 01777 248623

Monthly Whistdrive

2nd Wed in the month Contact Stuart Dixon on 01777 249002

Indoor Bowls

Thurs 7.30-9.30pm Oct to April Contact Ted Morris on 01777 248317

Variou events and gatherings including coffee mornings.

Masonic Hall

Queen Street Entrance
Worksop, Nottinghamshire S80 2AE 

St Annes Church Hall

Newcastle Avenue

Worksop, Nottinghamshire S80 1NJ 

Thievesdale Centre

Thievesdale Lane
Worksop, Nottinghamshire S81 0XS 

Village Hall

Long Lane

Carlton in Lindrick Worksop, Nottinghamshire S81 9AR

Retford Leisure Centre

Old Hall Lane
Retford, Nottinghamshire DN22 7EA 

Hallcroft Community Centre

Randall Way

Retford, Nottinghamshire DN22 7GR 

Ordsall Primary School

Ordsall Road
Retford, Nottinghamshire DN22 7SL

The Well

Retford Baptist Church, Hospital Road
Retford, Nottinghamshire DN22 7BD 

Bircotes Leisure Centre

Whitehouse Road
Bircotes, South Yorkshire DN11 8EF 

The Slimming World group is held at The New Hall, Station, Bawtry DN10 6PU

Visit the website for more information https://www.slimmingworld.co.uk/

Various groups meet at the centre   http://bit.ly/1PpHdnY

Offering a range of sessions and support services including:

• Bingo
• Language Cafe
• Information and Support Services
• Coffee Morning
• Street Dance
• Private & Corporate Room Hire

Opening Hours:

Were are open to the public:

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Website: www.cslcommunitycentre.co.uk

Programme of Events:

Monday:

 9.30-12.30…. Coffee, Information, Support, Chat & Relax Morning

Tuesday:

15:45-17:45…Language Café

Wednesday:

9:30-10:15….Zumba!

12.15-14.00….Over 60’s Friendship & Lunch Club

17:30 & 19:30….Slimming World

Thursday:

9.30-11.30…. Beginner’s Language Cafe

Friday:

9:15-11:15….Manton Minis – Stay and Play – Age 0-5

16:30-17:00….4 & 5 yrs Street Dance

17:00-17:45….6 & 7 yrs Street Dance

17:45-18:30….over 8’s Street Dance

18:30- 20:30….Marching Band

Saturday:

12:00-13:00…Football Training – Age 5+

Males and Females adults and children football teams.

Anyone wanting to help on match days get in touch!

Clubhouse available for hire- contact Zoe on  07484 797289

There are three levels of walks each week: a short walk of approximately 45 to 60 minutes; a medium walk of between approximately 60 and 90minutes and a long  walk of approximately 90 minutes. In addition an "entry level" walk of approximately 10 to 30 minutes is available, please ring for details.

The walks usually take place on the footpaths, bridleways and some farm tracks to the east of the Golf Club, however we do have a few "away day" walks visiting different sites in the area.

Refreshments are available in the Club House after walks so that we can unwind and put the world to rights.

Regretfully dogs are not allowed on any of our walks except for Assistance Dogs.

Regular coach trips are arranged by some of our leaders, and we have an annual Christmas Lunch.

The group has presentations by expert photographers, hold competitions (print, digital, slides and audiovisual) and have practical leaning sessions to do with improving techniques.  Everyone welcome from beginners to experienced photographers. 

Every Monday from 7.30pm from September to May.

Summer evening walks and events.

£3 per week for visitor (3-4 weeks only). £2 per week for members.

£20 yearly subscription.

Weekly on Mondays 7-10pm September - May

‘Villages Together’ meetings are held every other Tuesday. A nominal charge of £3 is made per session which includes tea or coffee and biscuits. Everyone is welcome, from Mattersey or any of the neighbouring villages and we aim to provide a friendly welcome to all and to offer a varied and entertaining programme of speakers, occasional visits to places of interest and social events. You don't have to be lonely to come, but if you are, it's a good place to come: get in touch or just turn up. It's not a cliquey group at all and we welcome newcomers, visitors or anyone who is interested in the topics of our meetings on a one off, or a regular basis. If you have friends in other villages, please bring them along. Villages Together is supported by Blue Skies Community Initiative.

Available 24 hours a day to provide confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress, despair or suicidal thoughts.

Call 116 123 from any phone OR email jo@samaritans.org

http://www.samaritans.org/

Health & Fitness

A wide range of TCV activities provide opportunities to improve physical and mental health and wellbeing through physical activity and social interaction.

TCV’s Green Gym programme, provides an alternative to traditional gym or fitness activities. Almost one third more calories can be burnt in some Green Gym sessions than in an average aerobics class. Green Gym consists of fun and free outdoor sessions that improve green spaces. The emphasis is very much on health and fitness, improving the physical and mental health and wellbeing of those involved.

Communities

TCV brings residents and other stakeholders together and provides them with the practical expertise, resources and training they need to engage in sustained social action that makes a positive difference.

TCV draws upon our expertise as a national organisation and take a local approach, working with people and communities to co-design solutions that meet local needs.

Through our Community Network TCV connects groups with each other and provide access to a package of support including a dedicated website, insurance, discounts, funding information, access to grants and much more.

Environment

TCV delivers practical volunteering programmes, providing people with everything they need to play an active role in creating, protecting and improving green spaces. TCV works on a wide range of wildlife habitats including woodlands, hedgerows, grassland, waterways and wetlands. TCV plants trees, from single specimens to new woodlands and hedgerows, providing homes for wildlife and improving climate and air quality. TCV provides access improvements and on-site interpretation that balances the needs of nature and people, from boardwalks and dipping platforms to fences and footpaths.

Learning & Skills

TCV trains volunteers, community groups and other organisations. Delivering a wide range of learning and skills through non-accredited and accredited training courses. Through our Community Network, TCV supports community groups with access to free conservation mini-guides and practical safety resources, along with discounted conservation handbooks and training. TCV runs a range of programmes that offer people a chance to learn more about their natural environment and take part in scientific research and surveying.

Our Centre facilities and Cafe create an open door and provide a base for partners to further their own community projects and opportunities.

We host a number of social groups and run various events throughout the year.

The Crossing is also a place of worship throughout the week.

See our website for more information: http://www.thecrossing.co.uk/

We do offer a friendly safe place and have free wi-fi within the cafe area of the building which might be helpful to Universal credit claimants

Services available at The Well include:

Blends weekly Community Cafe- Monday 10am- 12noon

Art Group & other weekly activities ( please see the website )

Community Cinema

Debt Counselling - telephone 0800 328 0006

Lunch Club - Mondays 12:30 - 1:30, £5.00. contact Angela Wakelin 01777 702344

Activities for children and families

Out of Hours Foodbank drop off & collection Point ( with a referral )

Part of the NNSP network

Christians Against Poverty ( CAP ) Job Club & CAP Money ( by Appointment only )

The opening times are usually 09.00-4.00pm ( Christmas opening times - The Office will be closed from Wednesday 20th December ( 2pm ) 2017 - Tuesday January 2nd 2017 )

The Nottinghamshire Runaways service work alongside young people and their families to find out what has caused them to run away and prevent them from running away again in the future.

The service is funded by Nottinghamshire County Council and run in partnership with Missing People.

Every five minutes a child runs away from home or care, they could be forced out by their parents or carers, fleeing conflict or abuse in the home.

We help young people who have run away who are at risk of:

• becoming involved in crime to survive, from stealing to criminal gang involvement 
• sexual exploitation and abuse 
• drug and alcohol misuse 
• mental and sexual health issues 
• exclusion from school and failure to meet educational milestones.

What we do

Provide a dedicated helpline

We run a dedicated helpline and provide support to young people who have runaway or need advice. We also support family and friends who are concerned about runaways.

Carry out return home interviews

We work with the young person to find out what caused them to runaway and to support them to address the causes.

Provide follow on support

We provide follow on support such as as a brief intervention or mentoring match, which helps to reduce the number of times the young person goes missing.

Work with other agencies

We work with other agencies and make referrals when specialist help is needed.

Community Learning Champions and their role:

When CLCs are given the resources to flex their creative talents, backed by effective support and training, lives and communities are changed for the better.  The results of the CLC National Support Programme speak for themselves: more people getting involved in learning, more parents raising their sights and those of their children, more people shaking off the damaging effects of depression and drug abuse, more people getting into work and more people getting involved in making their community a better place.

Our branch is run by a friendly team of local parents and we offer support, information and friendship to parents and parents-to-be. Whether you're looking for an antenatal class, want to come along to one of our weekly 'bumps and babies' or toddler groups or join us for a social evening without the kids, the Branch has got something to offer you.

Every Thursday 9.30 - 11.30  at The Well, Hospital Road DN22 2BP

Everything you need for your baby can be found at one of our highly successful Nearly New Sales.  The Bassetlaw branch run sales twice a year. 

The Bereavement Trust is a national freephone helpline, operating every evening of the year.  Our trained volunteers offer comfort, support and practical advice to the bereaved.  If the line is engaged please ring 0800 9177 416.  Asian Languages - 0800 9177 416.  Chinese Languages - 0800 0304 236.

Helpline: 0800 435 455  (open every evening 6pm-10pm)

Interested in Volunteering?  Do you have skills or experience to enable you to be a 'good listener' on the helpline, for which some training is available?  It demands a commitment to be on the line 6pm-10pm for at least 2 evenings each month and our telephone system allows you to do this from your home.  Contact Maureen on maureen@mptraining.co.uk or 07703 127174.

The Alzheimer's society offer a wide range of services.  In Bassetlaw these include

Dementia Advice and Support Service

Harworth Carers Group

Bassetlaw Tealephone Information

Retford Dementia Cafe

The Holocaust Centre promotes an understanding of the roots of discrimination and prejudice, and the development of ethical values, leading to a greater understanding within society. The Centre uses the history of genocide as a model of how society can break down, and emphasises how current and future generations must carefully examine and learn from these tragedies. The Centre promotes respect for human rights, equal opportunities and good citizenship, which has greater resonance than ever in our culturally diverse society.

The Holocaust Centre provides a range of facilities for people of all backgrounds to explore the history and implications of the Holocaust. These include the Holocaust exhibition, The Journey, memorial gardens, bookshop and coffeeshop. There are also seminar and research facilities for students, teachers, scholars, professionals and many others.

We won't give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets support and respect.

We offer peer support offers a variety of activities that aim to bring people together.

These include

• Women’s Group
• Men’s Group
• Social Group
• Evening Social Group

Every year, one in four of us will experience a mental health problem.But hundreds of thousands of people are still struggling to get the support they need. Still unable to access the services that could change their life. Still facing prejudice and misunderstanding.

Mind believes no one should have to face a mental health problem alone. We’ll listen, give you support and advice, and fight your corner. And we’ll push for a better deal and respect for everyone experiencing a mental health problem.

Through our network of local Minds we also provide direct support to almost 250,000 people each year.

Bassetlaw MIND offer a range of services including:

Living Well Programme - please contact MIND directly for more information

• Befriending and mentoring
• Understanding medication
• No cook Lunches
• Coping with Anxiety & panic Attacks
• Managing Strees
• Crisis Planning
• Make It Balance
• Carers support group
• Coffee mornings
• Flexi Group
• Ladies' Support Group
• Men's Group
• Plus Years Group
• Counselling
• Information and Advice

 In order to access the services of Bassetlaw MIND, individuals can self refer or  be referred by a relevant mental health practitioner or worker.  Referrals from GP's are also welcomed.

The WI plays a unique role in providing women with educational opportunities and the chance to build new skills, to take part in a wide variety of activities and to campaign on issues that matter to them and their communities.

There is lots of free parking and we are close to local bus services.

The Book, Lunch and Craft Clubs continue to flourish and we are joined by members of other WIs in the Sherwood and Ryton Group. 

Through the year members have attended Denman College, helped at the Newark Show and attended Council Meetings. We have puzzled at the County Quiz, had a game or two of Kurling as well as trying our hand at Beading, Patchwork and Literary Lunches.

New members and visitors are always welcome so do come and see us at the Cricket Club on the first Thursday of the month at 1.45pm.

Do come and visit us at one of our meetings - we would love to see you!

Through befriending, lunch clubs, assisted shopping, activity and friendship sessions, outings, escorts to appointments and much more, MHA's Live at Home schemes across the UK help to tackle loneliness and isolation in people over 55 – helping them to lead fulfilled lives and remain as active members in their local communities.

The scheme's activities programme is designed and led by its members and volunteers to ensure that we are providing the practical and social support which those we serve need.

Provides emotional support for older people, practical support for older, vulnerable people, enhancing their quality of life and prolonging their independence for as long as possible.

Luncheon Club & Games

Mon 12pm-3pm

Lunch Club

Tues 12pm-1.30pm

Coffee Morning/Bingo

Thurs 10.30am-1.30pm

Lunch Club & Bingo

Wed at Rayton Spur Community Centre 12pm-3pm

Lunch Club

Last Fri of every month at Thievesdale Lane Community centre 11.30am-2.30pm

Volunteering

We are always keen to hear from kind, compassionate people who are able to volunteer some of their time to help us deliver and develop our services. If you have time to spare to help enhance the lives of local older people, please visit the Live at Home Volunteering page to find out more. 

We are a friendly and active group of over 30 members. We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at Sutton village hall.​​​

Disabled Access:

Side doors of hall with slight ramp

Time:

7.15pm

The Society was founded in 1976 for the benefit of anyone interested in astronomy and related subjects.  Apart from during Summer/Winter breaks we meet every other Wednesday at Gateford Park Primary School starting at 8pm to 10pm.

Usually the first meeting in the month is a general one of news and discussions.

For the last meeting in each month we usually have a guest speaker to give a talk. See the diary for more details.

Membership is currently £12 per year (concessions £6).

Admission is free for occasional visitors who are always welcome.  
There is a wheelchair ramp and the toilet is wheelchair accessible.

We are a national network with over 4,000 qualified teachers, running a range of qualifications and courses for personal and professional development, from beginner to In Service Training for teachers, and across a broad range of subjects to supplement the core yoga syllabae. We represent the UK at the European Federation of National Yoga Organisations. 

Benefits of Membership

• Comprehensive Insurance cover for members, students and teachers.
• Complimentary copy of Spectrum, our quarterly magazine, full of features, articles, news, education and contacts.
• Complimentary copy of Quarterly Regional Newsletter with news and updates of what is happening in your Region.
• Discounted prices for yoga equipment from the BWY shop.
• Opportunity to attend discounted national and regional yoga events led by yoga practitioners of national and international standing
• BWY Annual Congress - a residential weekend packed with an amazing range of yoga workshops, a yoga market place and the opportunity to meet fellow practitioners.

- See more at: http://www.bwy.org.uk/the-organisation/#sthash.vTFJO2SQ.dpuf

We predominantly teach yoga and host a range of classes and workshops for all levels of expertise and interest.

The website will allow you to check out the class level, class times and teacher details.
You can also find out about events, courses and seminars and can book and pay online.

Keep fit 2nd and 4th Monday 9.45am-11.45am

Contact Mrs Fern 01909 569639

Movement to music (over 60's)

Wednesday 2.30pm-4.00pm

Each summer the club has an outing and some of the places we have visited includes Derbyshire Well Dressing, Constable Country, Corfe Abbey, Whitby, The Norfolk Broads and many others. 
At Christmas, a lunch is provided at one of various restaurants, which is free to members.

Club meets every Friday afternoon and evening

We use woodlands & footpaths to enjoy 2 levels of walking with a short walk of approx 45 mins & a long walk between 75-90 mins. We also offer an entry walk between ten minutes and thirty minutes , please ring for details, this walk is suitable for medical referrals etc. We  treat ourselves to regular "away days" visting sites of interest. All of our walks are led by trained Volunteer Walk Leaders, who carry First Aid Kits and Safety Whistles. After the walks we return to the Sports & Social Club where we are able to enjoy a cuppa and a natter..

Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions... 

Turn up or phone for information.

Bridge club for players (no teaching). Partner required.

Bar available for drinks.

£2.00 per session, £5.00 per annum.

Monday and Thursday from 7pm.

Singing group provides concerts in older people's homes.

50p subscription fee

Varied groups. Please see list below.

Table Tennis

Mon 10am-12noon contact Pat Ward 01777 708969

Indoor Bowls

Mon 2pm-4pm contact Geoff 01777 703140

Women's Institute

2nd Mon in month 7pm-9.30pm contact Lesley Baines 07967191007

IT Group

Tues 1.30pm-3pm

Wed 10am-11.30am (term time only) contact Greg Herdman 01777 700918

Wide range of activities and groups. See website for further details.

Walking group meets Monday at 9.15am on The Green.

£3.00 visitors. Up to twice in one year.

£36 yearly for 12 meetings.

Please contact Christine prior to attendance.

Newcomers welcome.

Fee to park applies.

Phone to confirm the next dates.

10am at the Clock Tower in the main visitor facilities.

All information on the website. Walks are once a month.

£36 National Trust membership optional.

Nether Langwith Friendship Club. Cup of tea and chat. Occasional speakers. Some outings on mini bus.

£2.00 weekly and £1.00 for sessions missed. Meet Monday 2-4pm.

Please contact Mrs Naylor prior to attending to check availability.

£60 for 10 weeks.

Wednesday 10am-12pm

Non-political, conservation and amenity group that cares about Retford. The Society's aims are to protect the architectural and natural environment of Retford and to improve Retfords public amenities for present and future generations. Offers its members a varied and interesting social programme of events.

Always a list of events and open to meetings to members.

£10.00 per annum per individual.

Members enjoy reduced tickets costs, pre-booking to public, can be involved onstage or backstage, attend annual general meetings.

£36 per annum.

Application form on website.

U3A is a learning cooperative which enables members to learn from each other by sharing their knowledge, skills and experience. Membership is restricted to those who are no longer in full time employment. Activities include architecture, gardening, walking, bridge, luncheon club and French. Social evenets and theatre visits are also arranged. Knit and natter group, sewing, card making, felting, crochet etc.

2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. 9.30-12.00pm at Grove Street Methodist Church.

First visit free then £20 yearly registration fee and £2 per week payable. Covers monthly general meetings and a wide variety of interest groups.

Currently we have 39 groups with more being added on a regular basis,offering a diverse range of activities. Each Group is self organised and new members are welcome to join an existing group. If you have a particular interest and there is no group currently running, please do not hesitate in getting a group started! Committee members will be available to give you as much guidance and help that is necessary to get any new group up and running.

The monthly General Meeting is held at St Anne's Church Hall, Harrington Street off Newcastle Avenue, Worksop S80 1NQ at 2 pm on the third Thursday of each month. (Please see Events for more details).

£18 per year.

2-4pm on the third Thursday of the month.

50p for any tea or coffee. Open 50 weeks of the year for drop in sessions. Monday, Thursday and Friday 8.45am-12.30pm.

Contact Hilary or Maurice Jones ( Organisers telephone 07790 230673 )

£2.00 per visit. £25 per year.

All meetings start at 7.30pm prompt at the Club Rooms in the former buffet and first class dining room on platform 1 at Retford Railway Station.

If interested in membership, please email.

£20.00 per year.

Opening hours:

Monday - Saturday 10 am - 4.45 pm, last admission 4.30 pm. We are closed on Sundays.

Disabled Access to ground floor and toilet facilities.

Admission Free.

Worksop walks. 45 minutes gentle walking, no hills.

Wednesdays 10am from Andy's cafe, Langold Lake.

20 minute walks by prior arrangement for those suffering from serious health issues also available.

Thursdays 10am (all year round) and Monday 6.30pm (April-September) from Kilton Forest Golf Club.

Contact Malcolm 07599 340551/07443 895969

1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month. 12pm-2pm.

Mixed gender and wide age range. Very sociable, tend to join other local groups and attend together. All newcommers welcome and encouraged to make friends. Lively and friendly group.

Dip in and out.

Monday 1pm-3pm.

2nd Tuesday on each month. Table top games, knit and natter, nostalgia corner, crafts and good old fashioned chat.

The cafe is at 10.15am when you will be able to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and cake whilst making new friends.

There is also a Support Worker from Christians Against Poverty (a debt counselling organisation) in the team if you require that service. At 11.15am there will be various activities lasting an hour on a rolling monthly cycle, subject to change.

£2 donation.

You can also stay over for our ‘Lunch on Mondays’ where you can enjoy a 2 course meal for just £5. 

£5.00

Good homecooked meal provided in beautiful upstairs hall. There is a lift - toilets on the ground floor. Disabled access and support wih lift available. Small tables of 6. Warm and friendly atmosphere. 

Angela Wakelin 01777 702344

“The Royal Voluntary Service (RVS) supports older people in their own homes by giving time and practical help them get the best from life.

They provide specialist services locally, tailoring them to meet their individual needs with friendly local volunteers. These services range from support at home to social activities within the community.

-          Home Library Service: where we deliver books from the library to your house.

-          Home From Hospital Service: where we support you with practical help for six weeks after a stay in a medical setting.

-          Good Neighbours Scheme: a longer term support system to our Home From Hospital Service

-          Signposting: we help you find the support you need locally

 Start the evening with an hours talk, sometimes a member of the group leads this.

 They have a variety of gardeners attending, some very new to gardening and some very keen gardeners. They are a very social group and tend to spend the rest of the evening chatting.

 There is a yearly subscription of £12.00 and there is a charge of £1.00 per evening visited. If anyone wants to just visit and not become a member, the charge of £3.00 per visit applies.

 Keen for new members- anyone attending will be included in chat and welcomed!

Mon-Sat socials, tea and coffee, fruit juice, toast, biscuits and soup. Board and card games.

Drinks up to £1, snacks available for purchase.

Monday-Saturday 9.30am-12.15pm. Very friendly mixed gender group. Have small tables of attendees gathered together. Small borrowing library and a sun room with easy chairs.

If you want to sing for enjoyment not performances, give singing a try with us. Approximately 60 people come along each week. No need to be a great singer or to be able to read music and no auditions. Everyhting is taught by ear by an inspiring professional choir leader.

£3.00

Tuesday evenings during school term time. 7.30pm-9.15pm

The game of lawn bowls is suitable for both men & women of all ages to compete on equal terms. It provides gentle exercise, and at Welbeck, in beautiful surroundings. We play friendly matches with other clubs in the area & internal competitions open to all members.

Not sure if it is for you? Why not give it a try (free) just phone. 

£1.00 per session. £40 per year.

Ryton Chorale is a friendly choir which rehearses every Monday evening in Worksop. We have very close links with Bassetlaw's twin towns and this enables us to enjoy exchange visits and to stage joint concerts. We welcome enthusiastic singers. Contact the Chair for more information or simply turn up to one of our rehearsals.You will receive a very warm welcome.

Rehersals are on Mondays at 7:30pm at The Holy Family School, Netherton Road, Worksop, S80 2SF during school term times 

All newcomers welcome.

Subscription £8.00 monthly direct debit.

Mon 6-7pm

First session free then £2.50 per session thereafter 

Gentle exercise to music

Wednesday's 1:30pm for 1 hour.

Bassetlaw Hill and Mountain Club

Meet 1st Wednesday of every month at 8pm at

The Station Hotel, Carlton Road, Worksop, Nottinghamshire S80 1PS

Adults: A service tailored to the individual needs of the service user, Structured treatment including clinical and psychosocial interventions, Access to advice, information and a full recovery assessment; including assessment for detox and residential rehab provision, Recovery planning, Emphasis on peer mentoring and visible recovery to support service users throughout their recovery journey, Referral to other support services, Referral to employment, training and education providers, We always welcome new individuals, so please get in touch if you are interested in getting help from the service or you’d just like to ask some questions. Feel free to bring someone with you on your first visit.

Young Person's Service: Nottinghamshire Young Persons' Service is a is a free & confidential drug & alcohol service for young people up to the age of 18.

Alongside support services for young people we also offer support to parents, carers & professionals who support young people in Nottinghamshire. We want to ensure our service is flexible & accessible for young people so we offer appointments across Notts in youth services, schools & other convenient locations to bring the service to the young person.

Facebook: New Directions CGL          Twitter: @CGLnotts

https://m.facebook.com/cisfauk1/

Are you in the Nottinghamshire, Cheshire or Manchester area?
Could you volunteer a spare afternoon or evening or anytime at all ?
CISFA is desperately looking for volunteers to help with carboot sales , craft fairs and support groups . Have a laugh whilst meeting new people.
Are you a crafter or have a talent ? We are also looking for donations for craft stalls and care packs . If you can help message us here or cisfauk@gmail.com

Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 08.00 am - 8.00 pm Saturday 09.00 am - 5.00pm

The service supports Victims and survivors to be resilient and in doing so are less likely to be re-victimised; empowered to cope and recover from crime and anti-social behaviour by timely and effective victim-centred support from local services, families and communities.

Victims do not have to report a crime to access the service. Victims of both recorded and self-reported crime are tracked at all points in their journey and given access to information, practical support and advice and where appropriate, referral to ‘cope, recover and empowerment’ support services in their local communities.

Victim CARE ensures that the support will be victim-centred and outcome focussed. It will ensure that the needs of the victim are considered and supported at every stage of the criminal justice process.

The service is provided by a team of experienced professional case workers, giving one to one support to victims of crime and ASB. The team is supported by a committed and highly trained team of volunteers. The aim is to improve victims’ experience with the criminal justice system and associated support services.

Types of support

Victims of crime and anti-social behaviour benefit from enhanced help and support with a new-style service, designed around the needs of victims to help them cope and recover from their experience and empower them to become more resilient

• Tailored emotional and practical support, advocacy and restorative justice determined through a ‘needs assessment’, focusing on the level of harm caused by the crime and the vulnerability of the victim.
• A dedicated Caseworker providing one to one support to each victim, making it less stressful for them and reducing the number of times they are asked to tell their story
• Access to restorative justice services arranged by the Caseworker, which could include facilitating dialogue with a person with a conviction. Restorative justice brings those harmed by crime or conflict and those responsible for the harm into communication, enabling everyone affected by a particular incident to play a part in repairing the harm and finding a positive way forward.

Have you or someone you know been a victim of a hate crime or hate incident?

Hate crimes and incidents come in many different forms. It can be because of hatred on the grounds of your race, religion, sexual orientation, transgender identity or disability.

Hate crime in any form is wrong. That is why it is important that if hate crime happens to you or someone you know, that you report it.

On this website, you can:

• find out what hate crimes or hate incidents are.
• find out about the ways you can report them.
• report using the online form.
• find information about people that can help and support you if you have been a victim.

Reporting makes a difference – to you, your friends, and your community. By reporting hate crime when it happens, you can help stop it happening to someone else. You will also help the police to better understand the level of hate crime in your local area, and improve the way they respond to it.

All reports should be made using the online form available on the 'Reporting online' page on the website.

For anyone feeling isolated, vulnerable or lonely in their own home. Short term support in the following areas-:
Physical & mental health-Keeping active, support to maintain contacts with family & friends, preventing falls, support to manage long term health conditions
Finances- Supporting to budget, benefits applications, advice on Lasting Powers of Attorney 
Social interaction-Support to find local activities, clubs & leisure

Housing Support to maintain tenancy, housing applications, support to move house, Home Safety-Support with aids & adaptions, repairs, gardening
Maintaining independence to improve self confidence.

Drop In Details: Monday: 1- 4 Sandy lane ( Worksop )

Tuesday 11.00-4.00  Oasis Community Centre ( Worksop )

Thursday 09.30 - 11.30 ( Harworth town hall )

Friday 11.00 - 4.00 Cosmic Cottage ( Retford Grove Street - Cosmic Cafe )

Service users will receive interventions if they are modertae to severe mental health problems, including depressive illnesses and disorders of personality

Interventions are offered on a 1-1 and/or group therapy basis

Support available Monday - Friday 09.00 - 5.00

Meet on a Wednesday Morning from 09.00 - 12.00 at Worksop Cricket Club

Follow them on Facebook @worksopsocietyofarts

Our events provide welcoming places to hear expert lecturers share their specialist knowledge about the arts.
Our members contribute to and preserve our artistic heritage through volunteering and grants.
Our work creates a better, healthier and more connected society.

Doors open at 10.00am, please join us for coffee.

Please note, we do not meet in January, August and September. 

The new venue for the group is based at the Civic Centre, Carlton in Lindrick S81 9AP

The trial aims to find out how good this new service is at helping people to find and stay in work, and is now live.

What is the service we are testing? 

• One-to-one support to suit your needs and employment goals
• Working with your health care team to help you manage any difficulties
• Help finding a job if you are not in paid employment, and continued support once you have started
• Help to continue working if you are struggling to manage your health condition at work
• Benefits advice to find out if work could increase your income 
• Help talking to your employer about your needs at work
• Meetings over the phone or in person at a location that is convenient for you 

Who is the trial for?

• People with a mental health and/or physical health condition
• People who are out of work and want to work; or working and want support to continue working
• People registered with a GP in South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw
• People aged 18+ at the time of referral

How do I take part?

The next step is to have an initial meeting with the Health-led Employment Trial team to discuss the trial in more detail and decide if you would like to take part.

To arrange an initial meeting you can either:

• Speak to your GP or local health professional 

• Fill in the sign up form online here

• Contact the Health-led Employment Trial team

To find out more information about the Health-led Employment Trial you can:

• Speak to your GP or local health professional

• Contact the Health-led Employment Trial team

If you are thinking of joining the Health-led Employment Trial and would like to know more, click on the information attached or speak to a member of the Team who will be happy to explain it to you.

Individual must be registered with a Bassetlaw GP.

Drop-in sessions at Bassetlaw Hospital for Carers. 1st Tuesday of every month 1-2pm.

Accessible transport can usually be provided by the scheme if necessary. All meals are freshly cooked on the premises and consist of three courses. Aimed at people over 60 who live in their own homes, to promote independent living.   …

The Friary now delivers a wide range of services with open access drop-in sessions being delivered 3 times per week, 52 weeks of the year. Each drop-in is accessed by over 100 local people in need of support. The Friary is passionate about people and about tackling poverty caused by homelessness and unemployment. The charity is committed to offering person-centred advice and support which is accessible and free to all those who require it.

Facilities Available

Open access drop-in sessions from 9am to 1pm on: MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY

During these times the following available:

• Confidential Advice on Housing, Benefits and Debt related issues
• Practical Assistance (food, clothing & small household items)
• Access to IT Suite for support with Benefit & Housing Claims 9.30am-12.30pm
• A range of Health & Hygiene Facilities
• Refreshments and Nutritious Hot Food
• Emotional Support

Sunday Evening Fellowship
8pm to 9pm

Or by appointment at other times

• Confidential Welfare Guidance
• Practical Assistance
• Someone to talk to

How we do it
By offering the following services:

• Professional Advice and Referral
• GP Surgery
• Homeless Health Team
• Employment Support
• Optician
• IT Literacy Training
• Barber
• Welfare Provision of Nutritious Food, Clothing, Toiletries and Small Household Items
• Shower and Laundry Facilities

The helpline is open from 9am to 8pm Monday to Friday, and from 11am to 4pm, at weekends.

Calls cost the same as 01 or 02 number (also known as geographic numbers).

Helpline number: 0300 123 1053

A fun way to meet new people whilst improving your strength, mobility and fitness.

Now available at the following venues

Monday 2pm, Carlton In Lindrick Civic Centre

Tuesday 09.50 am, The Crossing  - Worksop

Tuesday 11.00 am, The Crossing Worksop

Wednesday 11.00, The Well, Retford

Thursday 11.00, The Crossing, Worksop ( suitable for people with MS )

Thursday 1.30pm - The Crossing Worksop ( Worksop Parkinsons Society )

Friday 09.30 am Letwell Village Hall

Friday 2.00 pm, The Crossing Worksop including Friendship Tea at 3pm

This class aids fitness and mobility and takes place at Clarborough Village Hall on Tuesdays from 10.00 am - 11.00 am, followed then by free refereshments of biscuits, coffee, tea and a chat until 11.30 am.

The sessions are run by a qualified level 2 chair based exercise coach with over 10 years experience.

If you want to have fun and a laigh whilst keeping fit and mobile then come along and give it a go.

Steve Bell is assisted by Sarah Bennett to deliver these sessions

The cost is £3.50 per session

The Law Centre can offer support with:

Homelessness

Securing Suitable Accomodation

The Prevention of Homelessness

Defending Possession Proceedings

Eviction Notices

Checking Notices Received

Unlawful Evictions

Negotiating with Landlords

Serious Disrepair

Housing Anti-social Behavious Orders

Provision of Accommodation under Community Care Services

Injunctions under the Protection from Harassment Act

Accomodation under the Immigration Act

Last Wednesday of every month 10.30am – 12.30pm Riverside Medical Centre, Riverside Walk Retford, Notts DN22 6AA

For more information please ring Deb on: 07793268235 or email: info@carersfederation.co.uk

To report scams & Fraud telephone 0300 123 2040

For advice on scams call - Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline - 03454 04 05 06

This site offers support and information if you have been through child sexual abuse, rape or any kind of sexual violence at any time. It can also help if you: support a sexual violence survivor; work or volunteer at a member Centre; want to know more about sexual violence and Rape Crisis; or want to support or get involved with our work.

We are open every day of the year from 4.30pm to 10.30pm on 0300 304 7000.

Our helpline is here to support you when you feel you have reached a moment of crisis. We know that moment of crisis is different for everybody – some people can reach that point daily, and for some people it is a rare occurrence.

Our helpline volunteers are empathic and non-judgemental, providing a space and time for you to talk about your mental health, or the mental health of someone close to you.

The helpline is a confidential service for those aged 16 or over. For more information on confidentiality, please click here.

Anybody is welcome to call us if you need to talk, or want support.

Getting through to SANEline: Our lines can be busy, but our lines are open every night. If you keep trying, you are likely to get through. It may be easier to get through between 4.30pm and 5pm, and 8pm and 9pm; it may also be easier to get through on Saturday and Sunday nights.

Call charges: SANE does not charge for its services but your phone provider may charge you. We have an 0300 number and this means helpline calls cost no more than calls to geographic (01 and 02) numbers from a landline, and they are included in inclusive and free minutes on mobiles. 

https://www.depressionalliance.org/

The core purpose of the Paediatric Occupational Therapy (OT) element of the service is to respond to the needs of children and young people who have disabilities or disorders of movement or function which may be improved or controlled by therapeutic input and use of Children and young people who have disabilities or disorders of movement or function which may be improved or controlled by therapeutic input Referral via SPA at Hurst in Worksop

This service is a seven day service 7am - 9pm.

telephone 01777 274 422

Monthly get togethers on the first Saturday of every month from 1pm-4pm. Members can bring any new crafts they are working on & share tips & ideas. 

£3 fee to cover drinks & room hire

3rd Wed of month at 8pm

We are a group of ladies who gain friendship and fellowship through both our own club and clubs in our district. We raise funds for various different charities which often change as Presidents can choose to support local, national and international charities.

Our club meets on the second Thursday of every month at Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Restaurant Barnby Moor.

Improving the Health & Wellbeing of Bassetlaw Residents through supported access and navigation in to local services and support

Ring 01909 476118 to speak to a local Community Advisor about all of your wellbeing needs

This service is available Monday - Friday 09.00 - 5.00 pm

Or you can email for support 24 hours a day. ( Your email will be picked up by an Advisor the next working day )

You can email. Communityadvisor@bcvs.org.uk or partnershipofficer@bcvs.org.uk

Joion the veterans Together Network

#TogetherWeAreBetter

Get Support, meet other veterans and help to make a difference

This craft group consists of:

Knitting, Crochet, Needlepoint and paper art 

Everyone Welcome on a Tuesday evening 6.30 - 8.30pm