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Community events funded by the Living Well in Winter grants
The grants support local organisations – including town and parish councils, village hall and playing field committees, sports clubs and centres, charities, social enterprises, community shops and community interest companies – to deliver accessible, inclusive spaces and affordable activities that help people stay connected throughout winter.
Compassion Coffee Morning in Sudbury
An informal, safe space, with support from a facilitator, to engage with others or to just be. There are different arts and craft activities on offer every week, and there are visiting support services as and when required.
- For: Females aged 18+ who have been affected by domestic abuse
- When: Mondays from 10am - 12pm (except bank holidays)
- Where: The Phoenix Family Hub, Tudor Road, Sudbury CO10 1NP
- Price: Free. Donations welcomed
- How to book: No need to book - just drop in
Email admin@compass-ion.org
Phone 07354 653771
Chair yoga in Acton
Accessible chair-based yoga sessions to help you improve your strength and flexibility, and relax. Ideal for beginners, seniors or anyone seeking a mindful start to the week. Tea available after the session.
- For: Open to all
- When: Mondays from 9am - 10am, until Monday 9 February 2026
- Where: Acton Village Hall, High Street, Acton CO10 0AT
- Price: Free
- How to book: No need to book - just drop in
Email info@32yoga.co.uk
Power Hoop in Acton
A fun class with a 'twist' which increases your flexibility, balance, coordination, posture and mood - make friends while having a low impact full-body workout. Teens very welcome.
- For: Open to all aged 14+
- When: Tuesdays from 4.45pm - 5.30pm, until Tuesday 10 February 2026
- Where: Acton Village Hall, High Street, Acton CO10 0AT
- Price: Free
- How to book: Just drop in, or email toyah.western@yahoo.co.uk
Coffee Lounge at Hadleigh Baptist Church
A warm and welcoming space to catch up with friends, relax, work, or meet new people. Toys are available for younger visitors, and there’s a quieter area for those working from home or older guests.
Breakfasts, hot drinks, homemade cakes and lunches are served free of charge.
- For: Open to all
- When: Thursdays from 9.30am - 2pm, during term time
- Where: Hadleigh Baptist Church, George Street, Hadleigh, Ipswich, IP7 5BE
- Price: Free. Donations welcomed
- How to book: No need to book - just drop in
Phone 01473 829602
Holbrook Community Café
Enjoy a friendly community café which offers a warm space, company, teas, coffees, cakes, and a soup lunch on Wednesdays.
- For: Open to all - especially residents and workers from Holbrook and the surrounding villages
- When: Mondays from 2pm - 4pm and Wednesdays from 11am - 3.30pm
- Where: Holbrook Methodist Chapel IP9 2PZ
- Price: Free. Donations welcomed
- How to book: No need to book - just drop in
Email hmcholbrook8@outlook.com
Community sessions at Burstall Village Hal
Both sessions are open to everyone, not just village residents. No age restrictions - families welcome.
Community lunches
- For: Open to all
- When: First Thursday of every month from 12.30pm - 2.30pm
- Where: Burstall Village Hall
- Price: Free
- How to book: No need to book - just drop in
More information about community lunches
Cake and Chatter
- For: Open to all
- When: Third Wednesday of every month from 2pm - 4pm
- Where: Burstall Village Hall
- Price: Free
- How to book: No need to book - just drop in
More information about Cake and Chatter
Coffee, Cake and Chat in Thorpe Morieux
Twice monthly sessions that alternate between a weekday morning, Saturday morning, and Friday evenings.
More information about Coffee, Cake and Chat
Indoor tennis and pickleball
Sessions are held at Constable Hall and Brantham Village Hall:
Constable Hall, East Bergholt, Tuesdays 4-6pm
Dates:
January: 6, 13, 20, 27
February 3, 10, 24
March 3, 10, 17
Brantham Village Hall, Manningtree, Fridays 4-5pm
Dates:
January 9, 16, 23, 30
February 6, 13
Email Acetennis84@gmail.com for more information
Lavenham Village Hall
Warm Spaces at Leavenheath Village Hall
Sessions on 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month for residents of Leavenheath.
More information about Warm Spaces at Leavenheath Village Hall
Chelsworth Village Hall
Session information coming soon.
Brantham Leisure Centre Supper Club 60+
Monthly sessions. Session information coming soon.