We hold a wide variety of regular activities for adults during school term times and for children & adults during the school holidays. Everyone is welcome to join our activities, which are free of charge. However, as a charity, Faversham Umbrella is not publicly funded and donations to support our work are always very welcome!
For our current programme of half term activities, which starts on Tuesday 5th November, please see below. If you would like to find out more, or book a place on any activity, please email info@favershamumbrella.org or call 01795 229143 during opening hours (10:00 – 15:00, Tuesday to Friday).
10:00-11:00 - Loft
No previous experience needed, just come and enjoy the fun. All equipment is supplied. This session is free flow so there is no need to book, just turn up.
Contact: info@favershamumbrella.org
10:30-12:00 - Cafe
If you like a natter come and join us in the cafe. It doesn't matter if you're a beginner or experienced knitter, whether you knit or crochet. Bring alone a project if you have one. Everyone welcome.
Contact: info@favershamumbrella.org
11:00-1:00 -
Drop in/ informal chat for queries relating to care and support needs for yourself, family or friends
Contact: info@favershamumbrella.org
11:15-12:15 - Loft
No previous experience needed, just come and enjoy the fun. All equipment is supplied. This session is free flow so there is no need to book, just turn up.
Contact: info@favershamumbrella.org
13:00-15:00 - Workshop
Help create and assemble useful items for the garden . Bird boxes, bug hotels and trugs.
Contact: info@favershamumbrella.org
1:00-2:00 - Loft
Functional fitness class for everyday living, includes light resistance training, low-impact movement and lots of punching and kicking! A class that caters for people of all fitness levels.
Contact: info@favershamumbrella.org
13:00-14:30 - Art
Experiment with a variety of mediums and techniques to draw and paint from both life and reference materials.
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10:15-3:00 - Computer
Please see our training section of our website for more details.
Contact: info@favershamumbrella.org
10:30-12:00 - Art
Ability to experiment with different mediums, whilst meeting new people and make connections with others. Encouraging creativity and developing ideas.
Contact: info@favershamumbrella.org
10:00-14:30 - Cafe
Come and enjoy a board game or two whilst we're open
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10:00-2:00 - Cafe
Enjoy a hot bowl of soup with a side of bread and butter free of charge
Contact: info@favershamumbrella.org
10:00-12:00 - Computer
Computers available for remote learning or working.
Contact: info@favershamumbrella.org
11:00- 12:00 - Cafe
Do you like reading poetry, listening to poetry, or do you perhaps write your own poems (or other short pieces). Why not come along to our session to read and chat about the writing you enjoy (or dislike) with others who appreciate verse and worse...
Contact: info@favershamumbrella.org
1:30-2:30 - Cafe
Come and play some free bingo and meet new people whilst having fun
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1:00-3:00 - Computer
If you would like to learn to sew, there is a class at the Umbrella centre every Thursday from 1.00 till 3.00. Whether you have a new machine or no machine, coming to the group can help you to become competent with either - and the choice is yours. If you wish, you can just come in and take a look, and ask questions before you decide.
Contact: info@favershamumbrella.org
10:15-11:15 - Computer
Helping you get the most out of your digital devices - whether it be a smart phone, tablet or laptop! Open to all, including those new to digital technology. Help with job searches, CV writing, interview skills, online forms and applications A minimum donation of £1 per session to help cover costs is suggested
Contact: info@favershamumbrella.org
10:30-12:30 - Cafe
Come and play a game of chess or Scrabble with one of our friendly volunteers.
Contact: info@favershamumbrella.org
11:30-12:30 - Computer
A light-hearted singing session, with songs from all eras including ABBA, S Club 7 and Country & Western. A minimum donation of £1 per session to help cover costs is suggested
Contact: info@favershamumbrella.org
1:30-2:30 - Computer
A relaxing session of guided meditation to soothing music and breathing exercises. A minimum donation of £1 per session to help cover costs is suggested
Contact: info@favershamumbrella.org