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Ainsdale Lunch and Leisure

Supporting ‘You’ to live longer, better.

An independent charity, operating in the heart of Ainsdale, we direct our focus to support and celebrate YOU, those special and remarkable individuals who together make up our wonderful community.

Through us, you will experience a welcoming space where you can relax, with no pressure at all to be anyone but yourself. A place where you can meet with existing friends, or even find new ones.

We will provide you with access to activities that support your physical and mental wellbeing, and also to fabulous food, available via our Luncheon Club and Community Café.

Join Us, and Join In…

LUNCH CLUB

Great Food, Good Company.

A celebration of great food and good company, our Luncheon Club kicks off at 12 noon, Mondays through Fridays each week. 

Good nutrition, is vital to maintaining our physical and mental health, especially as we age, and can help reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases such as diabetes, stroke, heart disease and some cancers.

Eating well and nutritiously can also boost energy levels and reduce fatigue, improve mood and cognitive function, reduce inflammation, promote better sleep and support a healthy weight.

By providing access to a traditional two-course meal (main and dessert), followed by a relaxing cup of tea or coffee, we can support you to eat both well and affordably.

And remember… sometimes, simply getting out and about, being present in the company of others, can itself provide an important boost to health.

Our Luncheon Club welcomes both club members and visitors, but advance bookings only, please.

The luncheon Club menu is updated here on the website, each week. To book, call us on 01704 574838.  NB. There is no need to book in advance if ordering from our Community Café menu.

We also facilitate a delivery service, to those less able-bodied individuals within our local community.

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

Art, Music, Gardening, Games, Tai Chi, Fitness, History, Games, Needlecraft, Technology and much more.

Tai Chi

Tai Chi provides an accessible form of exercise that is not only physically beneficial but also promotes mental calmness and mindfulness.

Guitar for Beginners

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up your skills, our expert instructor will guide you every step of the way.

Music for ALL

Music for All is for absolutely everyone. Two hours of immersive, creative fulfilment, on a Tuesday afternoon.

Ukulele

Discover the joy of playing the Ukulele in our engaging class! Perfect for beginners and those looking to enhance their skills.

Voices for Vitality

Promoting mindfulness and relaxation within a group setting, singing has a wealth of physical and emotional benefits to offer older adults.

Gardening Group

Our Gardening Group, take up their shovels and spades with enthusiasm on Monday mornings. Time is always ring-fenced for a cuppa and chat.

Vital Motion

Chair-based exercise class in Ainsdale, promoting strength, flexibility, and overall well-being. Suitable for all levels of fitness.

Fit 4 Life

Designed to elevate your fitness and boost your vitality, great for older adults to preserve independent living and an active fulfilling life.

Family History

Knowing, recording and preserving your family history can positively impact you, your family and future generations to come.

Art

Embarking on an artistic journey and therapeutic outlet in later life can be immensely enriching and fulfilling.

Needlecraft

Needlecraft is a great activity as it can provide a number of benefits from stress reduction to improved motor skills.

Monday Social

Board games, cards, bingo and a quiz. Friendly competition between friends, with lots of laughter, and a little gentle banter mixed in.

Afternoon Games

Games like table tennis and bowls offer a multitude of benefits for older adults, promoting both physical and mental well-being.

Tai-Chi, Strength & Balance

This hybrid class aims to support people who would like to do Tai-Chi, but may find it challenging to stand for an entire hour.

Technology Support in Ainsdale

No need to feel excluded, digitally! Believe in yourself. Anything you want to do, you can. Let us help by showing you how.

COMMUNITY  CAFÉ

Tea and…

Home-made cakes!

Catching up with friends!

Community Café: Open Monday to Friday from 10.00 – 14.00

Supporting you to stay connected, our Community Café aims to encourage you to get out and about. We offer a safe space here, somewhere to relax while eating and drinking both well and affordably.

With its views of Ainsdale across the Village Green, our Community Café is about so much more than food. Offering the warmest of welcomes, it’s here and open to absolutely everyone.

We hope you’ll pay us a visit.

 

CHARITY SHOP

Comfortably nestled within the buildings of Ainsdale Methodist Church, the ALL Charity Shop is the perfect location to root out a bargain or discover a unique treasure.

We are great advocates here, for slow fashion and responsible shopping, and always at affordable prices. Whether you are looking for clothes, books, or homeware; your inspiration is fun, quirky, or simply pre-loved, there’s always something new to discover here.

Revenue from the items you buy and donate, goes directly towards our work supporting older adults to live longer better.  With so much value to be found via unwanted clothes or household items, nothing should be left buried or forgotten at the back of wardrobes, or worse, mouldering in a garage or abandoned in landfill.

The shop is open Monday to Friday between the hours of 10.00 am and 2.00 pm.

We also sell goods online.

From Books to Puzzles

Clothes

Glorious books! 

Thank you to all our Sponsors:

Sponsors
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