Care & Support Groups in the Appleby Area

Appleby Smarter
A volunteer group helping to keep Appleby tidy through activities like gardening, painting benches, and litter picking.
When: Mondays, 1:30–3:30pm (weather permitting)
Contact: Mike Eden – 07751 924982 / applebysmarter@gmail.com
Facebook: Search "Appleby Smarter"

Chatter Matters – Appleby Leisure Centre
A warm space with hot drinks, soup and a roll, health advice, and games like Boccia and New Age Curling. Optional water workouts included.
When: Wednesdays, 11:15am–1:15pm
Cost: £2 per person
Contact: betterhealth.eden@gll.org or 07743 362383

Renew Wellbeing Café
A relaxed, friendly space with free refreshments and lunch, plus optional crafts and games. When: Fridays, 9:30am–2:00pm

Where: Supper Room, above the Market Hall, Appleby
Contact: Rev Kristy Pattimore – 07480 935119
More info: renewwellbeing.org.uk (search “Renew Eden”)

Memory Club – Sands Methodist Church
Supportive sessions for those with memory problems. Includes music, crafts, games, and entertainment.
When: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, 10:30am–12:00pm
Where: The Sands Methodist Church, Appleby
Contact: Revd Andrew Sterling – 01768 351244

Appleby Hub
Community space with a café, workshops, and weekly activities. Friendly place to sit and chat.
Café Hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 10:00am–3:00pm
Contact: 01768 352902
Facebook: Search “Appleby Hub”

Volunteer Car Drivers
Local volunteer drivers to help with appointments and shopping.
Contact: Val – 01768 353159
Cost: Charged by the mile per passenger; carers go half price

Carer Support Carlisle & Eden
Provides help, advice and carer assessments for unpaid carers.
Contact: 01768 890280
Email: enquiries@carlisle-eden-carers.org.uk
Website: carlisle-eden-carers.org.uk

Breathing Space – Appleby Hub
Drop-in support sessions run by MIND for anyone needing a chat or mental health support.
Where: Appleby Hub
Note: Restarting in June (check locally for confirmation)

Health and Wellbeing Group – Appleby Library
Friendly community meet-up focused on wellbeing.
When: 3rd Thursday of the month, 12:00–2:00pm
Where: Appleby Library

The Welcome Inn – St Lawrence’s Church
Open-access Tuesday drop-in café offering chat, coffee, and companionship.
When: Tuesdays, 1:00–3:00pm
Where: St Lawrence’s Church, Appleby
Email: welcomeinnhhh@gmail.com