Activities

House of Frankenstein
Did you know that in 1816, Mary Shelley wrote a lot of the famous Frankenstein novel, while living in Bath? Join us this Halloween to immerse yourself if the history of Shelley and all things Frankenstein, including a thrilling horror walkthrough experience in the basement - gasp!

Beginner Crochet Course
Join the lovely Marcelle, from Adult Community Learning to learn the basics of the relaxing art of crochet.

Make a Planter
Learn how to make a small wooden planter for your garden at the Somerdale Shed and Community Garden in Keynsham.

Fabric Printing
Get hands-on with textile art and leave the session with your own hand printed t-shirt and tote bag!

Seasonal Textile Course
Join Adult Community Learning to create a seasonal work of art using felting, stitching, and applique.

Archery
An introduction to the sport of archery in the great outdoors. You’ll learn how to shoot an arrow - and hopefully how to hit a target!

Tour of Bath Abbey
Learn more about the historic Bath Abbey building and explore the new spaces recently created as part of the £20million Footprints Project.

Clothes Repair
Got clothing in need of repair? Whether it’s a broken zip, split seam, or a fallen hem, bring your item of clothing and get one-on-one guidance to fix it.

Fairfield House Tour and Lunch
Did you know that the Emperor of Ethiopia, Haile Selassie, lived at Fairfield House in the 1930s? Learn about his connections to Bath and the history of this building, followed by a delicious Caribbean lunch.

Introduction to Bach Flower Remedies
Unlock the power of nature with Bach flower remedies. These remedies are a natural method of healing and emotional support. Discover how these can support your wellbeing with local therapist, Celia Stewart.

Festive Needle Felting
Get creative with The Carers' Centre this Christmas! Make lovely penguin or polar bear Christmas decorations using the needle felting technique.

Colour and Style Theory
Learn more about colour and style analysis in this fun informal session. Explore colour theory, your relationship to colour and what you wear throughout the year.

Make a Rag Star Decoration
Enjoy a relaxing evening with others making a star decoration out of strips of fabric.

Cooking Course
Join our fun (and tasty!) cooking course, where you'll learn all about good nutrition. This course is run in partnership with Adult Community Learning.

Christmas Card Making
Enjoy a festive morning making Christmas cards in the beautiful surroundings of Victoria Art Gallery.

Elvis Film Night
Join our first ever film night! See the recently released film, Elvis starring Tom Hanks, which explores Elvis Presley’s life and music.

Woodland Activities
Try your hand at outdoor activities like fire-lighting, cooking, and whittling, or simply enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the woodland.

Reiki/Crystal Healing Sessions
Learn about how reiki and crystals can encourage the body’s self-healing abilities, to promote relaxation and wellbeing.

Winter Yoga Retreat
Enjoy some gentle and restorative yoga to bring balance at this busy time of year, with homemade nutritious snacks and intention setting through a magical salt bowl ceremony!

Wreath Sewing
Sew a beautiful felt wreath you can use to decorate your home this Christmas.

Christmas at Tyntesfield
Get into the spirit of the season and enjoy a visit to this beautiful Victorian house to see it decked out in all its festive finery, both inside and out.

Seasonal Storytelling
Join us online to listen to seasonal, nature-based tales told from the heart.

Five Children and It
The Egg Christmas Show returns with a new take on this classic story by E. Nesbitt, performed by an award-winning theatre company.

Radstock Wellbeing Walks
Take in some fresh air and lovely scenery as you explore the historic town of Radstock. After booking you’ll receive monthly emails outlining the next walk.

Midsomer Norton Café
Come together with others that understand. This is a welcoming and supportive space where you can share advice and enjoy chatting with new friends.

Keynsham Café
Join other people that also look after a loved one for a relaxing cuppa. You’ll receive a warm welcome from our café host and meet a friendly and supportive bunch!

Dementia Café
A space for those who look after someone with dementia to come together and chat. As well as a space for your loved one to enjoy with an experienced facilitator.

Bath Café
Meet others in Bath that understand the challenges of looking after someone. Build friendships, share your experiences, and enjoy a relaxing cuppa!

Mental Health Carer Café
Enjoy a relaxed and dedicated space for those looking after someone with a mental health difficulty. Run in partnership with Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust.

Parent Carer Café
Do you look after a child with additional needs? At this welcoming new café, you’ll meet other parent carers and gain expert advice from the café host - a parent of three children with additional needs.

Autumn Refreshing Days
Enjoy a relaxing day just for you with a choice of gentle activities and creative workshops. Refreshments and lunch provided. Priority given to newly registered carers.

Manicure or Pedicure Voucher
Unwind and have your hands or feet pampered with a massage and varnish. Vouchers can be used any weekday 9am–7pm. Priority given to carers who can’t access our usual activities.

Carers Voice Open Meeting
Attend our regular meet up in Bath to discuss the latest issues affecting carers. Come along in-person or join via Zoom!

Pottery
Make your own personalised wall hanging from clay! Local potter Andrew Eddleston will be on hand to assist and teach you techniques to create your own unique design.

Pamper Night
Treat yourself at the end of a long winter. Come along, have a drink and some nibbles and be guided through a full facial treatment using some lovely products.

Basket Weaving
Enjoy a relaxing evening with others weaving your own individual small basket using coloured raffia.

Refreshing Days
Enjoy a relaxing day just for you with a choice of gentle activities and creative workshops. Refreshments and lunch provided. Priority given to newly registered carers.

Pancake Day Celebration
Come along and enjoy some good company and some yummy savoury and sweet pancakes! There’ll also be time to test your Shrove Tuesday knowledge and win a prize in our quiz.

Indoor Bouldering
Challenge yourself physically and mentally in this fun introductory session. You’ll learn all you need to know to get on the wall with confidence!

Food, Mood, Mind and Memory
Join Nicolle Appleton, a local registered nutritionist, to learn how to eat well and feel well!

This is our Musical
A musical with a difference! Using stories from the audience the actors will instantly create a brand-new musical complete with characters, songs and choreography and live music.

Sashiko
Also known as visible mending this Japanese sewing technique allows you to transform worn, torn or stained clothing giving your items a new lease of life!








Creative Day (ages 5-10)
A fantastic day of creativity for young carers! Expect lots of art, craft, and fun!

Team Challenge Day
Work together in a small team to solve a variety of fun and interesting challenges!

Archery (1)
Join this exciting activity and learn how to use a bow and arrow for the ancient sport of archery! No experience necessary.

Creative Day (ages 11+)
Try your hand at collaborative art making, painting, craft, and much more!
Creative Voices Welcome Picnic
YC In person Test
YC Family Day Test (1)
YC In Person Course
YC In person Test (1)

Somer Family Day
Join us for some fun!
Young Carer Choir
Young Carer Choir
Help us provide life-changing services to carers