What’s on
Activities at SPC
A busy community hub, there’s always lots going on at our Centre.
Our regular weekly activities do not need to be booked. Some events, like parties, day trips, holidays and podiatry sessions do need to be booked in advance. When booking is required, we will make that clear in the event information.
This is a list of all the regular activities that take place at the centre and online. They are mostly run for older people, by older people. If you’d like to discuss starting a new group at the centre, you can get in touch with us by phone, email or by popping in to see us.
The programme
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 on Mondays.
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.
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.
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 £2 for members and £3 for non-memers.
Every Tuesday 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 Lucie, each session is £3 for members and £4 for non members.
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 £2 for members and £3 for non-members.
Come along to use our computers or bring your laptop, tablet or smartphone and connect to our WiFi. 2 to 4.30pm Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Volunteer or staff assistance is available. £1 for members, £2 for non members.
Every Wednesday from 10am to 11am at SPC and online. 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. £3 for members, £4 for non-members.
Every Wednesday from 12:30 to 1:30pm. £3 for members, £4 for non-members.
Come fill your lungs in good company and enjoy learning new music with our talented choir director, Sue. 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, £6 for non-members.
Every Thursday from 12.30pm to 4.30pm. Come along for a light lunch and a variety of activities from quizzes and music to a disco. This activity will run until the end of March 2025, and is free to attend.
12.30pm to 4.30pm . Join us for a light lunch and a variety of health related activities including fortnightly exercise sessions. This activity will run until the end of March 2025 and is free.
First Friday of the month, online, 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.