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Activities and events

Age UK North Craven Activities and Events

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    Digital Drop In

    A weekly support session to help with the use of your computer, tablet, mobile or any apps you need help with.

    We are available to help with any digital difficulties you may have such as setting up and using the NHS App.
    Find us each week at “The Place” in Settle on Mondays between 12:00pm - 2:00pm

  • Bingo

    A fun and enjoyable bingo session held every Tuesday from 1.30 to 3.00pm at Limestone View.

    Everyone is welcome £2.50 per person, come and join us.

    For more information call us on 01729 823066

  • Monday Lunch Group

    Held at Wyn's at Limestone View, every Monday apart from bank holidays. We meet at 11.30 am to dine at midday. The cost s £10.50 for a hearty two course meal with hot drinks.  We are a very sociable group, so please come and join us, if yiu woukd like more details please ring us on 01729 823066. 

  • Day Trips

    Explore new places or re visit old haunts, Age UK North Craven runs day trips throughout the year. 

    Click here for the list.   Booking is essential so give us a call on 01729 823066

  • Coffee and Chat

    • Where: The Place, Settle (Opposite the Ruchee)
    • When: Every Wednesday 10.30am – 12.00 midday

     A chance to meet up with friends old and new and participate in a range of activities including quizzes, board games, and dominoes to name but a few, where the emphasis is on fun and socialising.

    £2.00 per session to include refreshments.

    For more information or to express your interest in joining please
    contact Caroline Wilson on 01729 823066 or email:cwilson@ageuknorthcraven.org

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    Our Allotment

    We have an Allotment in Dog Meadow, Settle.   

    Please call in on a Wednesday or Friday from 12.30pm to 3pm and pay us a visit.  

    Do a little planting or just for a Chat.

Here is a list of Activities that you can see at a glance and available for you to join.

Activities and events around North Craven

  • Meals on Wheels Bentham and District

    • Do you live in or near Bentham?
    • Do you, or somebody you know, have difficulty preparing meals?
    • Are you, or do you know someone who is housebound?
    • Do you enjoy good, wholesome, freshly prepared food?

    If you do and would like to use the meals on wheels service,  please ask your GP or nurse to make a referral for you. Meals are delivered on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

    For more information contact:

    Bentham Medical Practice

    Grasmere Drive,

    Bentham

    Lancaster

    LA2 7JP

    015242 61202

  • Settle Library Book Group

    The book group meets every 4th Tuesday at 2pm except during December at Settle Library. Everyone welcome.

    For more details  - contact them on info@settlelibrary.org.uk  or phone the library on 01609 534535

  • Post Cancer Peer Support

    The Settle cancer support group is open to anyone who has been affected by cancer, whether that is you, a family member or friend.  The group is held at:

    The Place Settle on the fourth Monday of the month from 10.30 -11.45 am, except for bank holidays. 

    This is a peer support group and not run by professionals, although we do hope to have health professional guest speakers at some of the meetings.

    We are also looking for volunteers who can assist with the group, full training will be provided by Well Together.

    For more information please contact the Well Together service on 01274 259190 or email Welltogether@bdct.nhs.uk 

  • Dementia Friendly Walks

  • Step into Action

    • To provide a central point of contact for all individuals in Skipton community.
    • Offering a gateway to access a range of services and tailored support, widening opportunities for a more fulfilling future.
    • Providing a proactive and dynamic response to changing needs within Skipton Community.
    • Monitoring and evaluating best practice whilst meeting the needs of the Community in providing a cohesive neighbourhood response.

  • Menopause Matters

    Settle & North Craven Menopause Matters group

    Wednesdays Monthly 6.30pm to 8.30pm

    Three Peaks Cycle shop, Market Place, Settle, BD24 9EJ

    Come and join our friendly volunteer led support group and connect with other people who are experiencing the symptoms of menopause. Refreshments available

    To join this group please contact the Well Together Service on 01274 259190 or

    Email:welltogether@bdct.nhs.uk

  • Wellbeing Cafe

    A safe and supportive place where everybody is welcome. They offer light refreshments and a listening ear. Every Tuesday at The Place, Settle from 1.30 – 3.30

    Details of other Creative Arts and Crafts provided by Pioneer Projects across Craven can be found at   Pioneer Projects – Creative Connections for Wellbeing or by ringing 015242 62672

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    The Place

    A Community Wellness Centre

    The Place in Settle is a charity, set up to help local residents live healthier and happier lives by offering information and advice, and a space for wellness services including:

    • Information and signposting services
    • A space for health-related support and activities
    • Spaces to hire for not-for-profit organisations and businesses
    • Volunteering opportunities
    • Free public-access computer
    • Disabled access and toilets

      Contact The Place on 07918 925699 or 01729 824868

Jazz band at Age UK North Craven tea danceOther clubs around North Craven 

There is also a network of other clubs in Horton in Ribblesdale, Ingleton, Langcliffe, Long Preston, Rathmell and Malham providing company, friendship and fun activities for older people who live in those areas and surrounding villages.

If you'd like to find out about any of our clubs, please contact us on 01729 823 066.