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Chair Yoga

Chair Yoga

The Churn Project 14-16 The Waterloo, Cirencester, United Kingdom
Ageing Well

Chair Yoga at The Churn Project is a gentle exercise class for older people, as part of our Ageing Well service. In Chair Yoga, we will explore various yoga practices, including chakra yoga, which involves learning poses and techniques to awaken and align the body’s energy centres, known as chakras.

Chair Yoga is suitable for everyone, particularly those with restricted mobility.

Upcoming sessions:

Wednesday 23rd July

Wednesday 30th July

Wednesday 13th August

Wednesday 27th August

Wednesday 10th September

Wednesday 24th September

£3 per session

For more information, contact Kim.

Carers Café

Carers Café

The Churn Project 14-16 The Waterloo, Cirencester, United Kingdom
Ageing Well

There are over 5 million unpaid carers in the UK carrying out vital caring work but often with little or no support. Our Carers Café is an informal and friendly group open to all carers in Cirencester and the surrounding villages. It’s an opportunity to get together, chat and share experiences and find out more about what other local support that could be available. For more information about support for carers, please visit: Home – Gloucestershire Carers Hub. For more information on how The Churn Project can help you contact Kim.

Living With Loss

Living With Loss

The Churn Project 14-16 The Waterloo, Cirencester, United Kingdom
Ageing Well

Are you looking for ways to cope with grief having lost a loved one?

Living With Loss is an informal grief support group providing understanding and encouragement for those who have been bereaved. We focus on your wellbeing and look at ways to move through your journey with grief.

It is a very welcoming group guided by a member of staff with peer support from group members.

For more information, please contact Sarah.

Stitch Knit and Natter group
Stitch Knit and Natter

Stitch Knit and Natter

The Churn Project 14-16 The Waterloo, Cirencester, United Kingdom
Community Wellbeing

Stitch, Knit and Natter is a weekly group for anyone with an interest in sewing, knitting, drawing and general craft and would like to socialise and meet new people. It's a fun and inclusive group for both men and women. Bring your crafting ideas to the group.

For more information, contact Michelle on 01285 380 038 or email michelle.bradburn@thechurn.org.uk

Time For You group session journalling
Time For You

Time For You (Monday group)

The Churn Project 14-16 The Waterloo, Cirencester, United Kingdom
Community Wellbeing

Time For You is a welcoming women-only group that runs on Monday and Tuesday mornings. As well as plenty of tea, coffee, biscuits and lots of chatting, we run topics and sessions to support your wellbeing.

This includes creating memory boxes, sewing affirmations for positive mental health, getting closer to nature in Hailey Woods and occasional day trips to places like Bath, Birmingham and Cheltenham.

All sessions and topics we cover are decided by the group themselves.

£1 suggested donation each session.

For more information, contact Michelle.

Chat and Connect

Chat and Connect

The Churn Project 14-16 The Waterloo, Cirencester, United Kingdom
Community Wellbeing

If you feel like you would like to connect with others and have a warm space to meet new people, this is the group for you. Our Chat and Connect Group meets for a couple of hours on a Friday afternoon for a bite to eat and a hot cup of tea or coffee. You can chat, play board games and feel part of a welcoming group of new friends.

Mosaic made in Churn Project group with Debbie Stirling
Mosaic Making

Mosaic Making

The Churn Project 14-16 The Waterloo, Cirencester, United Kingdom
Community Wellbeing

Join our Mosaic Making course at The Churn Project. This mosaic making workshop will be led by Artist Debbie Stirling over six weeks. Participants will enjoy working on two projects, using a variety of mixed media materials sourced for upcycling.

We would like to invite new participants who haven’t joined us before, so please do get in touch.

This is a wonderful opportunity to discover a new craft in a relaxed and welcoming space, while meeting new people, sharing conversations, and giving your wellbeing a gentle boost.

There is a weekly course fee of £8 per week to cover material costs (or £3 if you’re receiving benefits).

Starting on Thursday 9th October, 4.30pm to 6pm, for six weeks.

Booking is essential. Please call us on 01285 380 038 or email info@thechurn.org.uk to book your place.

Participants with Ernest Cook Trust and Amanda on a outdoors trip
Creative Skills Workshop for 18 – 26 year olds

Creative and Wellbeing Young Adults Group

The Churn Project 14-16 The Waterloo, Cirencester, United Kingdom
Community Wellbeing

Are you aged 18 to 25 and looking to join a friendly group to support your wellbeing and creativity?

This group is all about connection, self-expression, and having fun in a relaxed and welcoming environment. You’ll meet like-minded people, build new friendships, and discover the benefits of creativity for your wellbeing.

Whether you're passionate about music, art, or crafts, we offer a wide range of activities to spark your imagination and give you the chance to learn new skills. It’s a great space to share your ideas, explore new hobbies, and nurture the talents you already have.

There will also be the opportunity for local trips and visits such as Ernest Cook Trust, New Brewery Arts and Westonbirt.

Join us on Thursday afternoons, 2pm to 4pm, at The Churn Project.

For more information, contact Amanda.

Positive Strides for All Cirencester

Positive Strides for All Cirencester

The Churn Project 14-16 The Waterloo, Cirencester, United Kingdom
Community Wellbeing

Our Thursday Positive Strides walking group welcomes all adults in the community to participate in a walk around Cirencester. The walking group meets weekly on a Thursday morning and takes a variety of routes around the town, including visiting local parks and woodlands. 

Positive Strides focuses on improving mental health and wellbeing through exercise, connecting and talking with others.

Walks start at 11.00am from outside The Churn Project.

For more information, contact Michelle on 01285 380 038 or email info@thechurn.org.uk

Families Matter Group

Families Matter Group (09.30am to 11.00am) – PLEASE BOOK

The Churn Project 14-16 The Waterloo, Cirencester, United Kingdom
Family Service

Our Families Matter Group is a supportive parent and children playgroup in Cirencester for children aged two to four years old and their parents. You are also welcome to bring babies and younger siblings along as we understand how hard it can be to find groups for both ages.

This group is for fun, play and meeting other parents in a friendly and informal space. The children will enjoy craft activities and messy play, as well as a healthy snack.

For more information, please contact Rachel.

Two young children sat down on the carpet playing with toy musical instruments
Mini Toddlers

Mini Toddlers (11.30am to 1.00pm) – PLEASE BOOK

The Churn Project 14-16 The Waterloo, Cirencester, United Kingdom
Family Service

Mini Toddlers is a parent and toddler group in Cirencester for parents with children aged one to two years old. Parents are also welcome to bring their younger siblings along as we understand how hard it can be to find groups for both ages.

This group is for fun, play and meeting other parents in a friendly and informal space.

For more information, please contact Rachel.

Sociable Stroll Cirencester

Sociable Stroll Cirencester

The Churn Project 14-16 The Waterloo, Cirencester, United Kingdom
Ageing Well

Our Sociable Stroll in Cirencester is a chance to walk as part of a gentle companionable group aimed at older people with good mobility. We take a different one hour walking route around Cirencester every week. Come and chat with volunteers and staff and make new friends. Well behaved dogs are very welcome! Meet at The Churn Project every Wednesday, no need to book. For more information, visit Sociable Stroll Cirencester.