Activity Guide for clubs and groups for over 50s in Coventry CV2 area From lunch clubs to history groups, coffee mornings to exercise classes - there s something for everyone near you! goodneighbourscoventry@hopecoventry.org.uk 07563 902 904
Meredith Road Baptist Church is a modern church, where you can find a bunch of friends and a loving group, this is CAMEO. Unlike many other friendship groups, they have this special name, which is short for Come And Meet Each Other. This is a rather large group with approximately 20 people coming by every week. Although it is held in a church every Wednesday, non-believers are equally welcomed. Instead of sitting separately in their own tiny groups, in CAMEO people gather around in a large circle so that everyone can feel part of the club. Generally, it is only a cup of coffee or tea, biscuits, small relaxing chats and laughter. Sheila usually brings a quiz for everyone to have a go. Sometimes there is a speaker, and sometimes they do some exercises.
During the 12 years CAMEO has been running, a Christmas party has been held for many years. Once a couple of years ago, there was 120 people that came for the party and it was described as real fun. For birthdays, there are birthday cards and a birthday cake. Everyone is welcome, Jean emphasised. As the one who runs CAMEO, she is always happy to meet those who don t attend church, it s for people who are lonely to get out of their house and make friends. A lot of people are quite isolated now, she explained: And I enjoy helping them. Mary could have been one of them if it wasn t for CAMEO, as she is recently widowed and it has been hard. I forced myself to come, and it has become a routine. Pat has also been through the similar experience of forcing herself to get out and meet people. I didn t know anybody here when I first moved to Coventry. She moved here years ago because of her family, yet she didn t have anyone to call a friend. You d be surprised by how many friends she has made by now, thanks to her courage and the help and warmth from many lovely members here. If you ever feel lonely, or if you are willing to meet more friends, why not try CAMEO out? They are all eagerly waiting for you here, so that you will be sharing not only biscuits, but also all your troubles and happiness!
Lunch Club Coventry Mission/Eldercare Deedmore Road Bell Green, CV2 2AA Tel: 02476 615931 Email: carole@covcitymisison.org.uk Over 55 s Lunch Club Monday 12.00-2.00pm Connect - In the café Thursday (term time only) Eating Place Café Tuesday Thursday (term time only) 9.30am-10.15am 9.00am-2.00pm No Cost Donati on Bus route: 8 & 10 The food is good and I enjoy the variety of entertainment. Its something different every week.
Lunch Club Coventry Mission/Eldercare Deedmore Road Bell Green, CV2 2AA Tel: 02476 615931 Email: carole@covcitymisison.org.uk Holiday at Home A series of day trips for over 55s throughout the summer. Please call the phone number above for more details on trips, dates and spaces Knit and Natter Thursday 1.00pm 2.30pm No Cost Bus route: 8 & 10 The food is good and I enjoy the variety of entertainment. Its something different every week.
Social Group Meredith Road Baptist Church Meredith Road Stoke Heath CV2 5JH Tel: 02476 453976 (Vanessa Price) Email:meredithroadbc@homecall.co.uk C.A.M.E.O. Come and Meet Each Other Wednesday 1.30pm 3.30pm A lively mixed group who meet for a cup of tea and a chat. No charges apply but most give 1 to go towards a Christmas party. The third Wednesday of the month they go out for a pub lunch. No charges apply other than prices on the pub menu. Thursday Worship & Coffee Thursday 10.30am-11.30am No Cost Bus route: 1, 4 & 11 We have a cup of tea and socialise with friends. The pub lunch once a month is good too.
Lunch Club Risen Christ Church Hall Lunch Club Wyken Croft Coventry CV2 3AD Tel: 024 7661 2316 Email: risenchrist3@yahoo.com Every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10.00am-4.30pm Open to anyone over 60 and includes a meal, drinks, cakes and entertainment. Ring & Ride transport can be arranged at an extra cost. Bus route: 10 The centre provides companionship, care, excellent food and a nice social life.
Exercise Groups Risen Christ Church Hall Wyken Croft Coventry CV2 3AD Tel: 024 7661 2316 Email: risenchrist3@yahoo.com Tai Chi Tuesday 11.00am-12.00pm Extended Exercise Thursday 11.00am 12.00pm Bus route: 10 The centre provides companionship, care, excellent food and a nice social life.
Pub Lunch Mount Pleasant Pub Hinckley Road CV2 2EU Tel: 02476 433977 Age UK Pub Lunch Monday 12.00pm 2.00pm The pub lunch is open to anyone over the age of 50. Bus route: 1, 8, 703, 74, X6 It s a nice small group so we get to chat to everyone. We re all from the same era and so we have things in common. If I didn't come, I wouldn't have someone to talk to.
Various Groups Walsgrave Baptist Church Hinckley Road CV2 2EX Tel: 02476 433977 Lunch Club (for 60+) Tuesday September to mid July 12.15pm-1.30pm Coffee Extra Group Tuesday 11.00am No Cost Spring Chickens Every other Friday 2.30pm-4.00pm No Cost Over 60s group who meet together for refreshments, chat and sometimes have a visiting speaker or play board games or quizzes Bus route: 20, 21S & 703 I ve been coming here for years, and the food keeps getting better.
Friendship Group St Mary s Church Hall Lane Walsgrave CV2 2AW Tel: 02476 615152 Age UK Friendship Group 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month 10.00am-12.00pm There is a range of entertainment, speakers and refreshments. Bus route: 1, 8, 8A, 11, 12, 20A, 74, 78, 78A Very jolly and well organised group.
Library Group Bell Green Library 17-23 Riley Square CV2 1LS Tel: 02476 433977 friendship@ageukcoventry.org.uk Library Group 2nd Saturday of every month 11.00am-12.30pm There is a range of entertainment, speakers and refreshments. Bus route: 20A, 21, 21S, 30, 78, 78A, 703 We share news and helpful information. Everyone is good company gets me out of the house. There is a good mixture of people.
Library Group Stoke Library Kingsway off Ball Hill CV2 4EA Tel: 02476 433977 Library Group Monday (except bank holidays) 10.00am-11.30am There is a range of entertainment, speakers and refreshments. Bus route: 20A, 21, 21S, 30, 78, 78A, 703 Extremely welcoming group. I didn t have much confidence but I ve not missed a session since I started.
Various Groups Stoke Heath Community Centre 14 Burroughs Close (off Valley Road) Liberty Road CV2 3QH Tel: 02476 449580 Bingo Tuesday 7.30pm-9.00pm Extended Exercise Friday 10.30am-11.30am Sewing & Knitting Club Friday 12.30pm-2.30pm Bus route: 10, 60, 60A The groups are great fun.
Various Groups Holy Cross Church St Austell Road CV2 5AE Tel: 07526 249094 Extended Exercise Monday 2.00pm-3.00pm Keeping active, eating healthy and nutritious food and looking after your mental health are here important ingredients for staying healthy in later life. We combine all three things and makes sure that activities are also fun, relaxing and enjoyable. Drop In Tuesday 10.00am-12.00pm For people who would like some companionship. Tea/coffee available. Play games e.g. dominoes, cards. Bus route: 1, 4, 60, 60A Because of all the exercise we do in our class I can now stand up from a chair easier and my mobility is much better.
Various Groups Holy Cross Church St Austell Road CV2 5AE Tel: 07526 249094 Coffee Morning 1st Saturday of every month 10.30am-12.00pm No Cost Bus route: 1, 4, 60, 60A Lovely friendly coffee morning.
Physical Activity Stoke Bowls Club Occupation Road (off Church Lane) CV2 4AB Tel: 02476 451276 Email: stokebowlingclub@hotmail.co.uk Bowls Every day From 10.00am 12.00pm Anybody welcome tea and coffee included Bus route 1, 12, 13, 13A, 74, 74A, 74B, 74S, 86
Physical Activity St Margaret s Church 50 Walsgrave Road CV2 4EB Tel: 02476 674397 Line Dancing Wednesday 11.30pm-12.30pm Bus route: 4, 8, 8A, 9, 9A, 10, 85 Line dancing keeps my joints flexible and keeps me feeling Happy.
Various Groups Ansty Road United Reformed Church 210-214 Ansty Road CV2 3EY Tel: 02476 264264 Age UK Friendship Group 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month 10.00am-12.00pm There is a range of entertainment, speakers and refreshments. Coffee, Chat & Prayers Thursday 10.00am-11.30am No Cost Not age restricted but most people attending are over 50. Usually involves lots of laughter. Bus route: 8, 8a, 9, 9a, 85, 585 It is lovely to have different people coming to the church.
Community Lunches St Michael s Church 365A Walsgrave Road CV2 4BG Tel: 02476 443691 Thursday Lunch 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month 12.30pm-2.00pm The Thursday Community Lunch started in September 1982 to provide a lunch and friendship for the over 65's. We provide a cooked meal & dessert. Anyone is welcome to come along an enjoy some good food and great company. Bus route: 4, 8a, 9, 8, 85, 9A Emailing soon asking the person who runs it
Physical Activity Moat House Leisure & Neighbourhood Winston Avenue CV2 1EA Tel: 02476 841720 Tai Chi Monday 10.00am Badminton Veterans Tuesday 7.30pm Tai Chi Friday 10.00am Bus route: 10 Gentle relaxation clsass