Activities and Events

Leave a gift that lasts a lifetime

At Age UK Westminster, we believe every older person deserves to feel valued, supported, and connected. Thanks to people like you, we’re able to provide vital services, from companionship and advice to practical, day-to-day support.

But did you know you can continue making a difference long into the future?

By leaving a gift in your Will, you can help ensure that older people in Westminster are never left behind.

Why consider leaving a gift?

A legacy gift can:

• Help combat loneliness and isolation

• Fund essential advice and support services

• Provide life-changing assistance to those most in need.

After taking care of your loved ones, even a small percentage of your estate can have a lasting impact on your community.

If you’d like to learn more about leaving a gift in your Will, visit: Age UK Westminster | Leave a legacy

Staying safe in the heat

With temperatures rising this summer, we want to help you stay safe, well and comfortable during periods of hot weather.

Hot weather can affect anyone, but older people and those with health conditions can be more vulnerable to heat exhaustion and heatstroke.

Here are some simple ways to stay safe during a heatwave:

• Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you do not feel thirsty

• Keep your home cool by closing curtains or blinds during the hottest part of the day

• Open windows when the temperature is cooler, especially in the evening

• Wear loose, lightweight clothing

• Avoid going outside during the hottest hours, usually between 11am and 3pm

• Use a damp cloth or cool pack on your neck and wrists to help cool down

• Please also keep an eye on neighbours, friends and relatives who may need extra support during hot weather.

Signs of heat exhaustion can include:

• Dizziness

• Headaches

• Feeling weak or faint

• Heavy sweating

• Nausea or cramps

If someone becomes confused, stops sweating, has difficulty breathing or loses consciousness, this could be heatstroke, which is a medical emergency. Call 999 immediately.

If you need support or advice, please do not hesitate to reach out to a trusted family member, neighbour or healthcare professional.

Take care and stay safe this summer.

Coming soon: new help at home & basic footcare services

We are pleased to announce that Age UK Westminster will be launching two new paid-for support services in September designed to help older people remain independent, safe and comfortable.

We are currently gauging interest and inviting people to join our waiting list ahead of launch.

Help at Home Service – £30 per hour

Our Help at Home Service provides practical, reliable support for older people who may be finding everyday household tasks more difficult due to age, mobility issues, ill health, frailty, bereavement or changing circumstances.

Support may include:

• Light cleaning and tidying
• Laundry and changing bed linen
• Basic kitchen cleaning
• Help keeping living spaces safe and manageable
• Practical support to reduce risks around the home
• Companionship
• Respite support so carers can take a break
• Regular friendly contact and reassurance

This service is designed to complement existing support and help older people maintain a clean, comfortable and dignified home environment.

Basic Footcare & Nail Cutting Service – £30 per appointment

Our Basic Footcare Service supports older people with routine foot and nail care to help maintain comfort, mobility and independence.

The service may include:

• Basic toenail cutting
• Fingernail cutting
• Simple foot checks
• Advice on everyday foot comfort and hygiene
• Signposting or referrals where specialist support may be needed

Please note that this is a non-clinical, preventative service and is not suitable for complex foot conditions or medical treatment needs.

If you, a family member, or someone you support may be interested in either service, we would love to hear from you.

To join the waiting list or find out more, please contact:
Grace Nuttall
07957 652784
grace.nuttall@ageukwestminster.org.uk

Age UK North West London is pleased to announce that we now offer a full Lasting Power of Attorney service, guiding you step by step through the entire process.

What Is A Power Of Attorney?

Lasting Powers of Attorneys are legal documents that enable you, while you still have mental capacity, to appoint trusted loved one(s) to make decisions around your health and financial matters, should you lose capacity to make these for yourself.

Whatever your age, it is important to consider your future and take time now to grant Power of Attorney to someone you trust.

We now offer a service to guide you through the process with a face to face visit and ensuring all paperwork is submitted correctly to the Office of the Public Guardian

We can help you to take the next step

This is a paid for service, please contact us to find out more, discounts apply.

For more information.

Tel: 0203 004 5610

email: enquiries@ageukwestminster.org.uk

Fit4Life – Beethoven Centre

Every Tuesday | 1.00pm–2.00pm
Beethoven Centre, Third Avenue, London W10 4JL
Cost: £3 per session

Our Fit4Life exercise class is designed for older people who are more mobile and want to improve their fitness, strength and movement.

The sessions are led by a qualified Senior Years Fitness Class instructor and provide a friendly and supportive way to stay active.

Booking: Please contact Souad Abdellaoui on 07903 255384 or souad.abdellaoui@ageukwestminster.org.uk.

Relaxing Chair Yoga – Beethoven Centre

Every Tuesday | 2.30pm–3.30pm
Beethoven Centre, Third Avenue, London W10 4JL
FREE

Enjoy a gentle and relaxing Chair Yoga session led by a qualified instructor.

The session is suitable for people who would like to improve movement, flexibility and wellbeing in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Refreshments: 2.00pm–2.30pm
Booking: Please contact Souad Abdellaoui on 07903 255384 or souad.abdellaoui@ageukwestminster.org.uk.

Fit4Life – Pimlico North

Every Thursday | 10.30am–11.30am
Residents Community Hall, Lillington and Longmoore Estate, Pimlico North, SW1V 2ED
FREE

Our popular Fit4Life exercise classes are available in Pimlico North.

The sessions provide a friendly opportunity to improve fitness, strength and movement while meeting other people in your local community.

Refreshments: 11.30am–12.30pm
Booking: Please contact Souad Abdellaoui on 07903 255384 or souad.abdellaoui@ageukwestminster.org.uk.

Coffee Morning Forum – Regent Hall

Fortnightly | 11.00am–12.30pm
Regent Hall, Welcome Hub, 275 Oxford Street, London W1C 2DJ
Near Oxford Circus Tube Station

Join us for our fortnightly Coffee Morning Forum. Enjoy refreshments, meet other people and hear from a range of guest speakers on interesting and useful topics.

Upcoming sessions

Thursday 10th September – Guest Presenter - Samantha London – Alcohol Service 

Thursday 24th September – Guest Presenter - Sheetal Verma  NatWest - Fraud and Scams 

Thursday 1st October – Guest Presenter – Kit Miles - ‘Class Act’ 

Thursday 22nd October – Guest Presenter – Scott Duncan - Talking Therapies 

Coffee Morning – Hotel 63

Monthly | 11.00am–1.00pm
Hotel 63, 63 Bayswater Road, London W2 3PH

Our monthly coffee morning is a friendly opportunity to meet other people, enjoy refreshments and hear from guest speakers.

Next sessions:

Monday 7th September – Guest Presenter - Sheetal Verma  NatWest - Fraud and Scams 

Unfortunately this will be our last coffee morning at Hotel 63 as the Hotel is closing permanently.

Tea & Chat

Monthly | 2.00pm–4.00pm
St Marylebone Parish Church, 17 Marylebone Road, London NW1 5LT

Please note that the Tea and Chat has been cancelled due to low attendance. 

Coffee Morning at Lord's Cricket Ground

Tuesday 29th September and last Tuesday of the month | 11.00am–12.30pm Lord's Cricket Ground, St John's Wood, NW8 8QN

Join us for our monthly coffee morning at the Home of Cricket.

The coffee morning takes place on the last Tuesday of each month and is a great opportunity to meet others, enjoy refreshments and spend time in one of Westminster's most iconic locations.

Entry: Grace Gate on St John's Wood Road.

Booking: Please contact Souad Abdellaoui on 07903 255384 or souad.abdellaoui@ageukwestminster.org.uk.

Social group & coffee afternoon

Monthly | Thursday 24th September
Hope in the Community at the Gordon Hospital, Bloomburg Street, SW1V 2RH

Social afternoon providing topical conversation, activities and support. Refreshments provided. Come along and let us know what activities you would like to be organised in future. 

Please contact Stephen Spavin to register and to find out future dates: 

Email:stephen.spavin@ageukwestminster.org.uk Tel: 07969 302517 

Free Digital Learning Drop-ins

FREE | For people aged 50+

We now have library digital support drop-in dates booked through to August and, for 2026, we have launched a new regular monthly drop-in session at St. John’s Wood Library.  Please note that Paddington Library is still closed for refurbishment and so the next drop-in at this library will not take place until September, unless the library is still closed.  In the meantime, we are holding drop-ins at Maida Vale Library.  

Library digital support drop-ins

Come and join us at Age UK Westminster for our FREE digital learning sessions for age 50+ held in a friendly, social group setting at libraries around Westminster.  

Bring along your own digital device if you have one (such as a mobile phone, tablet, iPad or laptop) and be supported by our dedicated volunteers to learn to use it and get online.  

The sessions are run as drop-ins so there is no need to book, and you can just turn up on the day.  However, if you have any questions, need to let us know something you need to be able to access a session, don’t have your own digital device and would like to borrow one - or if you are interested in volunteering with us - get in touch with our Digital Inclusion Coordinator Hamza Taouzzale on 0203 004 5610 or by email: Hamza.Taouzzale@ageukwestminster.org.uk

Upcoming dates are as follows:  

Marylebone Library 

9-11 New Cavendish Street W1G 9UQ  

All sessions are held on Thursdays from 1.30 to 3.30pm. The next dates are: 3rd September & 1st October 

Church Street Library

67 Church Street NW8 8EU  

All sessions are held on Wednesdays from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. The next dates are: 9th September & 14th October.

Paddington Library

45 Porchester Road W2 5DU 

All sessions are held on Wednesdays from 11.00am to 1.00pm. The next dates are: 16th September & 21st  October.

St. John’s Wood Library

13-19 Circus Road NW8 6PD 

All sessions are held on Thursdays from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. The next date is: 20th August. 

Pimlico Library

Lupus Street SW1V 3AT  

All sessions are held on Thursdays from 11.00am to 1.00pm. The next dates are: 24th September  22nd October.

Mayfair Library

25 South Audley Street W1K 2PB  

All sessions are held on Fridays from 2.00pm to 3.30pm. The next dates are: 25th September & 23rd October.

Maintenance Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (MCST) workshop every Tuesday 2.30pm-4.00pm

Face to face sessions for those residing in Westminster diagnosed with early-stage dementia. Our weekly group takes place at St Marylebone Parish Church, 17 Marylebone Road, London NW1 5LT.

Stimulating Activities will be provided by ‘Visiting Angels’.

Assessment before attendance is needed.

Please contact the Dementia Service:

Email: dementia@ageukwestminster.org.uk 

Or contact our enquiry line: 0203 004 5610

There will be no group meeting on Tuesday 15th September

Heart of Westminster Memory Café Monday 11.00am-1.00pm – Open to all! Takes place every 3rd Monday of the month at Regent Hall, Welcome Hub, 275 Oxford Street, W1C 2DJ, near Oxford Circus Tube Station. 

Monday 21st September

Catherine Chasteney from the Wallace Collection will be presenting focusing on their exhibition of ‘Winston Churchill’ the Painter 

Resonate Arts Events

Our Creative Dance & Movement sessions take place on Mondays 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th September 2.00pm – 3.30pm at Penfold Community Hub, 60 Penfold Street, NW8 8PJ. Please note: only two sessions in August, weekly sessions resume in September. Gentle and playful movement class; chair-based. For more info, please call Shelley on 0300 030 7212, or email: info@resonatearts.org 

Resonate Arts Celebration Party! takes place at St Peter’s Church, Notting Hill on Thursday 1st October. Join us for tea, cake, live music & fun activities! Booking essential!! To book & for timings, please RSVP to: info@resonatearts.org or call us on: 0300 030 7212.  

Creative Space Art takes a break in September. Our next session at Salvation Army, Regent Hall, 275 Oxford St, W1C 2DJ will be Monday 19th October 2.00pm – 3.45pm. For more info and to book a place, please call Shelley on 0300 030 7212, or email: info@resonatearts.org 

Our weekly Singing with Friends Choir rehearsals take place in person at Wigmore Hall, 36 Wigmore Street, W1U 2BP on Tuesdays 15th, 22nd & 27th September and online (via Zoom) on Tuesday 22nd September. Please note, there are no choir sessions in August! For more info and timings, please call Shelley on 0300 030 7212, or email: info@resonatearts.org 

Music for the Moment – our free dementia-friendly concert series in partnership with the Royal Academy of Music – takes place on Friday 25th September at St Marylebone Parish Church, 17 Marylebone Road, NW1 5LT. Please note: there is no concert in August! Students from the Royal Academy of Music will be performing. Tea & cake 2.30pm, concert starts at 3pm. For more info, please call 0300 030 7212, or email: info@resonatearts.org

Workshop: Travel Drawings Inspired by Churchill Friday 25th September 2.00pm–4.00pm (free) Learning Studio, The Wallace Collection, Hertford House, Manchester Square, W1U 3BN  

Join artist Marie-Thérèse Ross to look at the landscapes Winston Churchill painted on his travels through Venice and the south of France. Visit the galleries and draw from the landscapes on display, including views by Rubens, Canaletto & Vernet and then visit the Churchill exhibition. No experience needed. Dementia friendly, carers & family welcome. Booking essential: book online or call 020 7563 9577; community@wallacecollection.org  

Relaxed Tours at the Royal Albert Hall Wednesday 30th September 10.30am (free) Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, SW7 2AP  

Take a guided tour of the royal areas of the Hall, the breathtaking auditorium and the stage that’s hosted some of the world’s biggest stars. Tours last 40 mins plus tea & a sweet treat. Suitable for people living with dementia and their carers. Book online, or call the Box Office on 020 7589 8212 and request the ‘free Relaxed Tour’; engagement@royalalberthall.com  

Memory Café South

Tuesday 4th August | 2.30pm – 4.30pm
St James the Less Church, Vauxhall Bridge Road, Pimlico, SW1V 2PS 

Providing group-based support for people living with dementia and memory loss. Call London Care Westminster on 020 7723 5425, or email: Asha.Ali@londoncare.co.uk 

Memory Café North

Wednesday 26th August | 2.30pm – 4.30pm
42 Westbourne Park Road, Bayswater, W2 5PH 

Providing group-based support for people living with dementia and memory loss. Call London Care Westminster on 020 7723 5425, or email: Asha.Ali@londoncare.co.uk 

Singing for the Mind

Thursdays | 2.00pm – 4.00pm
The Liberal Jewish Synagogue, 28 St John’s Wood Road, NW8 7HA 

Singing for the Mind is a stimulating, professionally-led, friendly and, above all, fun singing session for people with memory loss. Contact sfm@ljs.org or 020 7286 5181 to learn more and to register. 

We regularly organise opportunities for our members to visit interesting places, attend cultural events and enjoy experiences across London.

British Museum – The Bayeux Tapestry

Sunday 6 September | 1.20pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B 3DG | Fully Booked

Join us for a special preview of the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition.

The 70-metre-long tapestry, depicting events leading up to the Battle of Hastings and the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, is returning to England for the first time in almost 1,000 years.

Buckingham Palace Community Tour

Wednesday 9 September | 10.00am | Fully Booked

Join us for a community visit to Buckingham Palace.

Limited number of tickets available.

Please contact Souad Abdellaoui for availability and booking information.

Group visit to Banqueting House

Thursday 17 September | 2pm-3pm | Whitehall, London, SW1A 2ER

The breathtaking Banqueting House is filled with stories. Built by Inigo Jones for the performance of court masques, it is however most famous for real-life drama. On 30 January 1649, Charles I passed beneath the magnificent Rubens ceiling, painted to celebrate the glory of monarchy, as he made his way to a scaffold outside where he was beheaded. The first major classical building in England, constructed in the Italian Palladian style, the Banqueting House is a survivor of flood, fire and war, whose ability to impress has only increased with age. Discover the fascinating tales of this unique palace, from the brutal culmination of the English Civil War to decadent court celebrations and royal ceremonies.

King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace

Tuesday 6 October | 10.15am

Visit the King's Gallery at Buckingham Palace to see Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style.

This event is currently fully booked.

British Museum visit

Sunday 27th September | 1.20pm and 1.30pm | Community Partnerships Exhibition Preview: Korea – Limited number of tickets 

K-pop and Korean TV dramas have taken the world by storm – but they're just the latest expression of over 2,000 years of Korean creativity. Ahead of our new exhibition, Lead Curator Sang-ah Kim looks at the cultural history of the peninsula, and examines some of its most remarkable works of art.  

Nearly every work in the exhibition – apart from a few pieces from the British Museum – come from a single source: the collection of Lee Kun-Hee (1942–2020), former Chairman of Samsung, and his family. Over decades, Lee built one of the most important collections of Korean art in the world. After his passing in 2020, his family donated more than 23,000 objects from his collection to Korea's national museums, transforming public access to Korean cultural heritage. Now, in partnership with the National Museum of Korea and Korea's National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, these works will travel to the UK for the first time. 

Korea is a peninsula modest in size, slightly smaller than the UK, located at the north-eastern edge of Asia between China and Japan. For centuries, it served as both a destination and a bridge for the people, technologies and ideas moving eastward across the Eurasian continent. Korea's remarkable dynastic stability provides the chronological framework for this exhibition. From the ancient kingdoms through the modern era, each period had distinct social structures, government, forms of religion, and art, all of which contributed to a lasting cultural legacy.  

Thursday 1st October 2.30pm-5.00pm – Age UK Westminster Silver Sunday Celebration at the Beethoven Centre, Third Avenue, London W10 4JL supported by Marble Arch BID 

Afternoon Tea with music, prize raffle and ‘Belly Dancing’ provided by ‘Ozgen’.

We also share information about activities and events organised by other organisations across Westminster and nearby areas.

These may include exercise groups, cultural events, concerts, walking groups, social activities and opportunities to learn something new.

Please note that these activities are not run by Age UK Westminster. Any booking, payment or attendance arrangements should be confirmed directly with the organisation providing the activity.

Free Walking Football for Older Adults

Every Thursday | 5.00pm–6.00pm
Paddington Recreation Ground, W9 1PF
FREE

Walking football is a gentle way to stay active, meet people and enjoy the game.

The sessions are suitable for everyone from complete beginners to former Sunday league players and are designed to be easier on the joints than traditional football.

For more information:
07483 006 992
chloe.cooper@qpr.co.uk

Disability Swim Club – WeSwim

Mondays | 6.15pm–7.30pm
Moberly Sports Centre, Queen's Park
£3 per session

WeSwim offers friendly and inclusive swimming sessions for disabled adults and people with long-term health conditions.

Volunteers provide support in the water, helping participants develop fitness, confidence and enjoyment in a welcoming community.

Find out more: weswim.club
Email: info@weswim.club
Telephone: 07455 043006

Classic Monday Matinees – Regent Street Cinema

Every Monday | 1.00pm
Regent Street Cinema, 307 Regent Street, London W1B 2HW

Enjoy a classic film in a friendly community setting.

The screenings are open to everyone and provide an opportunity for people aged 55+ to meet, connect and enjoy the cinema together.

On the first Monday of each month, the screening begins with a special recital on the cinema's original 1936 Compton Organ.

Free Lunchtime Concerts – Regent Hall

Regent Hall Concert Hall, 275 Oxford Street, W1C 2DJ

Enjoy a programme of free lunchtime concerts close to Oxford Circus Tube Station.

Upcoming concerts include:

Friday 4th September - Charis Sykesud violin, Jack Redman piano - Brahms, Clara Schumann & Richard Strauss 

Friday 11th September - Kaiwen Jin piano - Clementi, Beethoven & Robert Schumann 

Thursday 17th September - The Band of the Grenadier Guards, Andrew Porter conductor -  Gabriele, Handel & Roberts                 

Friday 18th September - Duchess of Edinburgh String Orchestra, Household Division Musician of the Year - Thomas Lamerton-Reece &  Alexandra Nixon conductors 

Friday 25th September - The Royal Academy of Music presents Amelie Mack mezzo-soprano

Please check the venue or event organiser for the latest information before attending.

The West End Open House Neighbourhood Festival 2026  

Saturday 12th September 2.00pm-6.00pm | Soho Square, London W1D 3QP 

Maybe It's Because I'm a Londoner! 

The colourful & artistic Soho narrative is told through dance, music and storytelling with special guest artists, speakers, dance workshops and craft making. 

Maybe it's because I'm a Londoner is our theme. 

Written in WW2, one of London's darkest periods. It is a celebration of London, and the resilience and strength of its people. 

FREE Entry 

Nearest Tube: Tottenham Court Road Station (Central, Northern, and Elizabeth lines). 

Westminster Mile – Community Wave

Saturday 26 September | 9.55am
FREE for Westminster residents

Run, jog, walk or wheel London's iconic Westminster Mile as part of the Community Wave.

There are 500 free places available for Westminster residents, giving you the chance to take on a personal challenge, enjoy the event with friends and family or start your fitness journey.

Everyone who crosses the finish line receives a souvenir medal.

Places are limited, so early registration is recommended.

A Treat for the Community’ - Luncheon offer from Park Lane Hilton

Luncheon offer from Park Lane Hilton, 22 Park Lane, London W1K 1BE

Closer Look Tours at the V&A

Monday 28th September | 1.30pm – 4.00pm
FREE at Art Studio, Learning Centre, Level 0, V&A South Kensington, Cromwell Road, SW7 2RL  

Explore a wide range of objects and artworks from different collections at the V&A with an expert guide. Tours last 45 – 60 minutes with refreshments on arrival. For people living with early stage dementia, their family & friends. Booking essential! Call 020 7942 2000, or you can book online at: https://www.vam.ac.uk/event/DADWAlMRm9R/dementia-friendly- closer-look-tour-june-nov-2026 

Relaxed Tours at the Royal Albert Hall

Wednesday 30th September | 10.30am 
FREE at Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, SW7 2AP   

Take a peek at the royal areas of the Hall with a friendly guide, see the breathtaking auditorium, and the stage that’s hosted some of the world’s biggest stars, change-makers & history-shapers. Tours last 40 minutes followed by tea, coffee & a sweet treat! Suitable for people living with dementia and their carers. Book online, or call the Box Office on 020 7589 8212 and request the ‘free Relaxed Tour’, or email engagement@royalalberthall.com 

Songhaven – Relaxed Concert

Saturday 22nd August | 3.00pm
St Mary’s Church, Eversholt Street, Somers Town, Camden NW1 1BN

Tel. 020 7387 7301. Booking essential! Info at: https://songhaven.co.uk/liveconcerts/ or email: songhaven@songhaven.co.uk 

Sessions at Lord’s Cricket Ground 

Fortnightly Tuesdays | 1.30pm – 3.00pm
Lord’s Cricket Ground, St John’s Wood Road, NW8 8QN (Entrance – Gate 6)

Tuesday 15th September 1.30pm – 3.00pm Maciek O’Shea sings pop, folk & opera.

Tuesday 29th September 1.30pm – 3.00pm Maciek O’Shea sings pop, folk & opera. 

Video and Tea

Wednesday 23rd September | 1.30pm – 4.30pm
The Liberal Jewish Synagogue, 28 St John’s Wood Road, NW8 7HA 

Watch a screening of the film ‘High Society’ followed by a delicious tea and ice-cream. No need to book, tickets £2 on the day. Wheelchair accessible. For info, please call 020 7286 5181.  

Free Community Concerts

Opera Holland Park Theatre, Ilchester Place, London W8 6LU 

Outside of our summer season, we are proud to present our series of monthly Inspire concerts. These free of charge concerts are performed by Opera Holland Park singers in venues in Kensington & Chelsea and surrounding areas and are relaxed and dementia friendly. 

“I feel very privileged to be able to listen to such beautiful music performed by such superb musicians” – audience member 

You can book a ticket in advance, or walk-in on the day. We encourage those with access needs to book a ticket, so we can make contact in case of any venue accessibility changes. 

Community Concert Dates: 

23rd September at 2.00pm-2.45pm – St Peter’s Church Notting Hill  

20th October at 1.30pm-2.15pm – St Philip’s Earls Court  

19th November at 1.00pm-1.45pm – St Barnabas Kensington  

Book online:  https://operahollandpark.com/season-and-events/ 

Or walk in on the day 

If you need Information and Advice, please contact our enquiry line on: 020 3004 5610 to book an appointment. We hold Information and Advice surgeries at the Salvation Army Regent Hall, Church Street Library and The Abbey Centre. These are by appointment only. Call: 020 3004 5610 to book an appointment.

Information & Advice with Age UK Westminster at Pimlico Health at the Marvern 

Who these sessions are for:

Pimlico Health @ The Marvern patients aged 50+ by appointment only - weekly on Thursday afternoons.

Booking your appointment:

In person - with the Pimlico Health at The Marvern reception team Tel - 0207 834 6969, Monday to Friday, 10.00am – 6.30pm

What Age UK Westminster can support with:

• Benefits - including Benefit checks, Pensions, Pension Credit, Disability Living Allowance & Attendance Allowance applications

• Cost of Living concerns - including energy bills and budgeting and food bank referrals and food pantry information, charitable grants to replace broken white goods

• Transport support - including guidance on Freedom Pass, Taxi Card, Dial a Ride and Blue Badge applications

• Housing - including guidance on housing transfers, Council Tax and Housing Benefit

• Smart Meters – information on what they are and the benefits

• Gambling Harm support on where to access support if you are experiencing gambling harm or are affected by someone’s gambling

This list is not exhaustive! Do ask if you are not sure and if we are not able to help you with a problem, we will do our best to signpost you to other organisations.

Please note that the Age UK Westminster Advisor does not provide information or advice related to health and medical issues or medication.

To book an appointment, call 020 3004 5610.

Our advice team can support with areas including benefits and pensions, cost of living concerns, transport, housing and Council Tax.

If you're not sure which activity would be right for you, we'd be happy to help.

Age UK Westminster
Telephone: 020 3004 5610
Email: enquiries@ageukwestminster.org.uk

You can also sign up for our weekly email newsletter to receive updates about activities, events and other opportunities for older people in Westminster.

Activities, dates, times and venues can occasionally change. We recommend checking the information on this page or contacting us before travelling, particularly if you are attending an activity for the first time.

If you are unwell or experiencing symptoms of an infectious illness, please do not attend group activities. This helps us protect older people and others in our community.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Age UK Westminster and Westminster Connects (WCC) are collaborating to provide basic gardening to residents of Westminster with help from volunteers.

This service provided by Westminster Connects (WCC) and their volunteers is for Westminster residents only and those residents who have mobility issues, are vulnerable and without the support of family/friends. You should have gardening tools available. If you have a garden and need basic assistance in its upkeep, please contact Stephen Spavin:

Tel: 07969 302517

Email: stephen.spavin@ageukwestminster.org.uk

The Lord Mayor’s Community Art Competition 2026

The Lord Mayor is inviting artists to explore the rich diversity of our city - its cultures, communities, stories and creativity — and bring them to life through art. Show us the people, places and experiences that make Westminster unique, and what culture means to you.

From vibrant traditions to everyday moments, Westminster is shaped by the people who live, learn and create here. This is your chance to capture it.

Celebrate Westminster – Through Your Eyes 

Hosted by the Lord Mayor, Cllr Karen Scarborough, this exciting opportunity is open to anyone living, working or studying in Westminster.

Categories:

• Under 18
• 18 and over

Prize: The winning artwork from each category will be displayed in the Lord Mayor’s Parlour – a chance to have your work seen in a prestigious location! 

Deadline: 7th September 2026

Artwork size: Any (maximum 175cm high and 140cm wide)

What’s up for grabs?

One winning artwork from each category will be proudly displayed in the Lord Mayor’s Parlour at City Hall. (please note, if your artwork is the winning piece, we will need the original artwork to display)

Winner will also receive a £100 voucher, and the runner up will receive a £50 voucher.  

Key Dates

Submit by: 7th September 2026 
Judging: September 2026 
Unveiling Reception: October 2026

If you have any questions, please email via citylions@westminster.gov.uk

Enter Here: https://citylions.org/mc-oc/

InDeep Free Over 50's Choir 

Join our friendly community choir and enjoy singing a range of songs from the 50's and 60's, musicals and more! 

No auditions necessary and everyone is welcome, regardless of experience 

We meet twice a month on Monday evenings, and sessions are free to take part in

Singing has been shown to support physical and mental well-being and most of all, it is fun! 

Dates for Sep - Dec: 

September: 7th and 21st October: 5th and 19th 
November: 2nd and 16th and 30th December: 7th 

Time: 6.30pm-7.30pm 
All welcome! Free teas and coffees from 6.00pm – 6.20pm. 

Location: Grosvenor Hall, Vincent Street. SW1P 4HB 

For further information please email emma.chapman@in-deep.org.uk or text 07761 263 105 

www.in-deep.com 

MS Society - The Greenwood Centre, 37 Greenwood Place, NW5 1LB

MONTHLY MEETING

Meetings are held on the last Thursday of each month, 1.00pm - 3.00pm

If you are interested in attending the in person meeting or future online meetings or would like further information please contact:  

Lynn Yambao Email: Lynn.yambao@groups.mssociety.org.uk  

or 

Sue Weston - on 020 4568 6640

Community Zooms from the Royal Collection Trust 2026

Our programme of Zoom talks, for people who cannot easily visit the Official Residences of The King, take place on the first Wednesday of the month, from 2.00pm. Join us to hear about the different works in the Royal Collection, the Official Royal Residences and the history of the Monarchy. Talks are free and informal, and you can participate camera on or off. 

informal, and you can participate camera on or off.

Join Zoom Meeting – camera on or off:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4407732986

Meeting ID: 440 773 2986

Wednesday 5th August - A Virtual walkthrough of Buckingham Palace 

Wednesday 2nd September - Courtly Collecting: George IV at Windsor & Holyrood

Wednesday 7th October - Photos of the Royal Household in the Royal Photographic Collection 

Wednesday 4th November - Painting in Small: Miniatures as an art form

Wednesday 2nd December - Pantomimes and the second world war at Windsor Castle 

Westminster Talking Therapies

What is Westminster Talking Therapies?

Westminster Talking Therapies is a free and confidential NHS service that supports those with mental health difficulties including stress, low mood, anxiety, and more. You can access Westminster Talking Therapies if you are over the age of 16 and live, work, or have a GP in the borough of Westminster. 

How is therapy delivered?

Therapy is provided over the phone, online via video call, or face-to-face at one of our offices. You will be asked at assessment which modality you prefer. 

If English is not your first language, you will have access to an interpreter. 

How can I access Westminster Talking Therapies?

You can self-refer by filling out the form on our website 

https://talkingtherapies.cnwl.nhs.uk/westminster 

Alternatively, you can give us a call on: 

030 3333 0000 or send us an email at 

Westminster.iapt@nhs.net. 

You can also get a referral through your GP. 

Where are we based?

Our offices are at two locations in Westminster: 

North Hub: 11 Praed Street, W2 1NJ 

South Hub: 190 Vauxhall Bridge Road, SW1V 1DX

Asthma and Lung Conditions

Asthma + Lung UK’s Westminster Support Group for respiratory conditions https://www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/ 
helpline@asthmaandlung.org.uk 
0737 8606728 for questions on asthma.

Westminster Breathe Easy support group  

Monthly in person meeting with Guest Speaker - 11.00am-1.00pm at Ada Court, 10-16 Maida Vale, London W9 1TD. Next date is: Monday 17th August

Monthly Online Zoom meeting - 12.30pm-2.00pm with Guest Speaker. Next date is: Friday 7th August.

We support people with respiratory conditions, their friends, family and carers, helping with information and companionship. 

A 4-page printed newsletter is for non-digital members. But if you use email, why not receive the full multi-page newsletter direct to your in-box by registering with

Contact Tess Jelen Patient Representative on NW London, Bi-Borough ICS’, PPG, VMC, NIHR & PCRS committees with respiratory focus. L&Q North Neighbourhood, Residents Panel, ELF COPD PAG & EPAP Advisory Panel: 
t.jelen@btinternet.com  0794 6514380

Handyperson Service 

Our free handyperson service is to designed to help you with minor home maintenance tasks. This includes things like replacing light bulbs, fixing loose screws, and other small DIY jobs.

The service is open to residents who meet one of the following criteria:

• aged over 60
• are in receipt of disability benefit

Please be prepared to provide proof of your age or disability benefit receipt so that we can verify your eligibility.

This service does not include cover gardening, plumbing, decorating, electrical works or emergency repairs.

You can now make a handyperson booking online: https://www.westminster.gov.uk/handyperson

Telephone booking is still available by calling 020 7641 8959.

The Countdown to Dance Westminster 

The countdown has officially begun. Seven years in, and Dance Westminster, with amazing partners Step Change Studios  is getting ready to hit new levels. FREE heats land this October, building towards a spectacular Grand Final in December that's not to be missed. 

Pick your heat 

Each heat is a relaxed, welcoming workshop led by professional instructors, where you'll pick up a routine step by step. Once you're warmed up, there's an optional audition - stick with the routine you just learnt or throw in your own moves. Dance standing, seated, or however feels right for you, and bring a carer PA or support worker along if that helps. 

• Heat 1: Young participants (aged 11-17): Wednesday 7 October, 10.30am-12.00pm: Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee School. Kennet Road, W9 3LG 

• Heat 2 - Disabled participants (aged 50+): Friday 9 October, 2.30pm-4.00pm: Forrester Court Care Home, Cirencester Street (Off Harrow Road), W2 5SR  

• Heat 3 - Young participants and adults (aged 18+): Wednesday 14 October, 10.00am-12.00pm: North Paddington Youth Club, 229 Lanark Road, W9 1EA  

From the heats to the big stage 

Ten dancers will be chosen as finalists, and each will be teamed up with a professional partner for one-to-one coaching in the run up to the big night. 

• Tuesday 1st December: 12.30pm-3.00pm at Porchester Hall, W2 5HS 

A VIP judging panel will pick the overall Champion, but the audience decides on the People's Champion - so every clap and cheer will genuinely count. 

Perfer to watch? 

That's more than welcome too. Come along and be part of something electric! 

For more information, email us on active@westminster.gov.uk 

Follow the link to register: https://active.westminster.gov.uk/dance-westminster-register/

Reminder: Westminster City Council Budget Choices Engagement 

Westminster City Council is holding engagement sessions around the choices it must make for next year’s budget.  

The UK government is cutting Westminster’s funding by almost half over the next four years, meaning the council will receive £100 million less. Combined with an expected rise in costs, demand and inflation, this cut to government funding currently leaves them with a £160m budget gap. 

The council’s engagement includes a survey and several engagement sessions running until 30th September.  

One Westminster is strongly encouraging all local VCS organisations working with Westminster residents to make them aware of or support them to complete the survey, to ensure a fair representation of voices is heard.  

To complete the survey or to find out more information about the engagement sessions, visit Your budget choices at Westminster Council:  
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/budget-choices

Digital Voice Update  

Get ready before January 2027. 

As the network is scheduled to close in January 2027, it is essential that customers complete their switch to Digital Voice well before this date to avoid any disruption to their service. 

BT are proactively contacting customers and encouraging them to take the necessary steps now. To help them reach and support as many people as possible, they want to reinforce these key messages to customers within communities: 

• Don't delay – take action as soon as possible to arrange your switch to Digital Voice. 

• Confirm your appointment when contacted 

• Get in touch with BT or your provider promptly for additional information or to discuss your options. 

• Book an appointment if you have not already done so