Culture & Company

Culture & Company is back at Gloucester Guildhall on Saturday 14 November, the next session of a monthly arts and social club run by the Guildhall Engagement team for people over 50. They describe it as a relaxed Saturday morning all about connection, creativity and community, and if you've missed the previous ones, there's another session on Saturday 12 December.

Each morning starts the same way: a coffee morning with teas, coffees, biscuits and materials provided, so you can settle in and chat before the main thing gets going. After that, the group sets to a month's activity led by an experienced facilitator, with each session designed to spark conversation, movement and imagination. Because it's a different activity every month, it's less of a fixed course and more of a regular place to turn up and try something new.

The club is open to people living with long-term health conditions or dementia, and carers and family members are encouraged to attend alongside them. It's worth keeping in mind that no personal care is provided during the sessions, but the welcoming atmosphere is a big part of what they're going for.

It runs from 10:00 to 12:00 on Saturday mornings at Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, GL1 1NS. It's free to attend, though you do need to register in advance.