What’s on

We want to help you in any way possible to find improvement and a better quality of life. So if you need a podiatrist, give us a call to make an appointment. Your first session is £25, and any visits after that will be £20. The service is available monthly, usually on the middle Monday of the month.

Get creative with a range of painting and drawing techniques. Every Monday from 10am to 12pm. MAGS is an independent group supported by volunteer tutor Aisling. There is a waiting list for this popular group. Fees are £4.50 payable per week regardless of holidays or hospital appointments.

Mondays from 1pm – 3pm. A new group in development for SPC that gives you the opportunity to chat, have a laugh, and talk about anything that’s bothering you in a safe and confidential environment. Sometimes we play dominoes, board games or watch film clips. Only £2 for members / £4 for non-members.

Alternating Mondays from 3pm – 5pm. A group for men that gives us the opportunity to chat, have a laugh, and talk about anything that’s bothering us in a safe and confidential environment. Sometimes we play pool, darts, board games or watch films. Only £2 for members / £4 for non-members.

One-to-one computer sessions can be booked by appointment on Tuesday and Thursday mornings (10 am / 11 am / 12 pm) to learn basic IT skills. A 1 hour session is £3 for members and £5 for non-members.

On Tuesday 19th August, join us for a walk in Dulwich Park, leaving from SPC at 1.15pm. Walk 2-4pm. Please register.

A greener future: Your input! Whether you like to take part in walking, cook healthy meals or do some gardening, we can all join to explore sustainable living. Make new friends, learn new skills and find out more about how you can save money. Supported by the National Lottery Community Fund, our proactive, over 50s Southwark community can make a difference…

literally, from the ground up!

From 2 – 4pm every other Tuesday, the Local History Group meets at the Centre and online. Sally Lynes who runs the group invites speakers to talk on subjects connected to the history of our local area. The group runs hybrid sessions: join them at the Centre or online via Zoom. Each session is £3 for members and £5 for non-members. Current season runs until 2nd December 2025 and will resume in early 2025.

23rd September “Lambeth Luminaries” Part 2– a Guided Walk with Keith Turpin, Camden Tour Guide Association Guide and Walk Leader. Leave SPC at 1.45pm and meet Keith in front of the Imperial War Museum (by the guns) at 2.30pm.

7th October “The Old Cow in the Kitchen – Memories of the Elephant”. Screening of film followed by sharing our own memories, Linda Waterhouse, Author and Educator

21st October “Atomic Albion: Journeys around Britain’s Nuclear Power Stations”, Tom Bolton, Author of above book

4th November “Southwark’s Collection of Shoes” – Judy Aitken, Curator, Southwark Libraries and Heritage Team. Meet with Judy at her new base in Peckham Library, SE15 5EB. Leave SPC at 2pm to arrive at Peckham Library for 2.30pm.

18th November “Tales of Old Ford – Bow”: Secret Histories come alive, Carolyn Clark, Author and Researcher

2nd December “Tower Bridge to Gallions Reach”, Michael Gilbert, Local Historian and Graphic Designer

Come along to use our computers or bring your laptop, tablet or smartphone and connect to our WiFi. 2 to 4pm Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Volunteer or staff assistance is available. £2 for members, £4 for non members.

Every Wednesday from 10am to 11am at SPC and online via Zoom. Practise Chi Kung to improve balance, build strength and reduce stress. Chi Kung combines deep breathing with gentle movements. It’s a low-impact form of exercise that won’t put much pressure on your bones or joints and most people are able to do it. £4 for members, £6 for non-members.

Every Wednesday from 12:30 to 1:30pm. £4 for members, £6 for non-members.

Come fill your lungs in good company and enjoy learning new music with our talented choir director, Utsa. We meet at the Centre every Wednesday from 2 to 4pm. The Welcome Singers are a charity and an independent group. Each session is £3 with a yearly subscription of £5.

Every Thursday from 11am to 12pm. Led by Marie, the Camberwell Recorder Players play at intermediate level (mostly renaissance, baroque and occasional jazz). £5 for members, £7 for non-members.

Every Thursday from 2 to 4pm. Socialise with a hot drink or bring your own packed lunch. Board games available and occasional disco. £4 members / £6 non-members.

Every Friday fortnight from 10.00am to 12.00pm. These friendly, fun and relaxing sessions will teach you a variety of craft skills and you’ll make something that you can take home. Led by Aileen. Everyone welcome.

12.30pm to 1.45pm – Join us for a light lunch

2.30pm to 3.30pm – fortnightly ‘Movement to Music’ exercise sessions with Izach. Free.

First Friday of the month, at the Centre and online via Zoom, from 10:15am to 12:30pm. Please join our debates and campaigns. Southwark Pensioners Action Group (SPAG) has an active programme of meetings and events, raising awareness and campaigning on issues affecting health and independence of older people. Changes for the better will only come about if we all get involved. Please join us. There is no fee.

Third Friday of the month, 10:15am to 12:30pm. Southwark Pensioners Forum provides an independent voice for older people in Southwark, and influences local and national strategic and policy agendas affecting older people. Forum sessions are arranged on specific topics of local or national importance and delivered by a guest speaker. Guest speakers have included local Parliamentarians, elected Councillors, officers and interest groups. There is no fee.

We organise fun new events and day trips each quarter. To find out what is coming up, please visit News.