Allotment Project:

• Harlow
• Every Thursday
• 1pm to 3pm

Get outdoors and get your hands dirty with our allotment project.

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a complete beginner, join us to grow fresh produce, learn new skills, and connect with others in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

Everyone is welcome!

Coffee Morning

• Methodist Church, Loughton
• Every Tuesday
• 10am – 12noon

Join us for a relaxed coffee morning in a friendly atmosphere where you can chat and meet new people.

Everyone is welcome!

Free Reading Group:

• Mind Sanctuary, Harlow
• Every Tuesday
• 9.30am -11.30am

Join us for a relaxed, friendly reading group.

Whether you’re an avid reader or just want to explore something new, come along for great discussions, shared stories, and a warm community atmosphere.

No experience necessary—just bring yourself!

Peer-Led Art Group

• Mind Sanctuary, Harlow
• Every Tuesday
• 1-3pm

Unleash your creativity at our peer-led art group.

This supportive and welcoming group is perfect for artists of all levels, from beginners to seasoned creators.

Come along, express yourself, and connect with others through the joy of art!

Walk and Talk

• Waltham Abbey Gardens – meeting point: Waltham Abbey Church, Highbridge Street, EN9 1DG

• Wednesday  
• 10am

This weekly community event offers the perfect opportunity to take a gentle stroll among the stunning gardens while engaging in friendly conversation with others.

Whether you’re looking to make new friends, enjoy fresh air, or simply take a mindful break from your week, Walk & Talk is here for you.

Walking Group – Harlow

The Group meeting point is the War Memorial next to the Greyhound pub, in Harlow Town Park.

We meet every Tuesday at 12pm till 2:00pm and we walk about 35 to 45 minutes up and around the park with some hills, we then go to the Spurriers House Café afterwards for refreshments.

Welcome Café

• Mind Sanctuary, Potter Street Harlow
• Wednesday  
• 1-3pm

Join us at our peer-led Welcome Café!

Enjoy a relaxed, friendly atmosphere where you can chat over a cup of tea or coffee, meet new people, play some games.

Whether you’re looking to socialise or just unwind, everyone is welcome!

Over 60s Afternoon Tea

• Harlow: Thursdays, from 2pm-4pm at Mind Sanctuary (CM17 9BG)

Enjoy a natter over a cuppa, biscuits and maybe a slice of cake at our Harlow hub.

Ancestry drop-in sessions

• The first Wednesday of each month, 2pm-4pm
• Mind Sanctuary, Prentice Place, Potter Street, Harlow CM17 9BG

Are you interested in tracing your ancestry? Want to discover your family history?

Our free, monthly Ancestry Drop-in Sessions can help you get started or support you on your research journey.

Join our volunteer Gary to learn about online tools for researching ancestry and build your family tree.

You don’t have to come each month – it is up to you, depending on what support you need. Just drop in!