Local community activities and support

Discover a selection of community groups, dementia cafes, and local activities across Surrey and Hampshire. These opportunities are designed to provide support, social connection, and enjoyable ways to meet others and enrich daily life.

Connecting with your community

At Golden Companions, we understand the importance of social interaction and engagement for overall well-being. Our aim is to help seniors in Surrey and Hampshire find fulfilling activities that foster connection and joy. Whether it's a vibrant community group or a supportive dementia cafe, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Your trusted companion for every outing

If attending activities feels challenging alone, your very own Golden Companion can provide friendly accompaniment and companionship support. We help individuals enjoy local events with confidence across Surrey and parts of Hampshire, ensuring they feel valued, safe, and cared for. Our support can make a significant difference in reducing loneliness and enhancing overall quality of life.

Find activities near you

Below is a list of community groups, dementia cafes, and local activities we recommend. Please contact them directly for specific details and schedules. If you need a Golden Companion to accompany you, please get in touch with us at +44 (0)1483 910993 or help@goldencompanion.co.uk.

 

Community Centres & Social Groups:

 

Farncombe Day Centre

Farncombe Day Centre plays a vital role in improving the quality of life for Godalming’s ageing population. The centre is run by an amazing team of ten staff and over 50 volunteers, led by the Centre Manager Annette Clark and Deputy Manager Tanya O’Donnell. The centre offers a range of services, at affordable prices, including a daily two–course lunch, coffee lounge all day, entertainment in the afternoons, hairdressing services, chiropody, minibus, and assisted bathing.

Address: St John’s Street, Farncombe, Godalming, GU7 3EJ

Website: www.farncombedaycentre.org.uk

 

Guildford United Reformed Church

Guildford URC offers a range of friendly activities for adults in the local community, whether you would like to make new friends, meet others in a similar position or meet someone new. Every Wednesday from 10.30am – 12pm, they offer the Sunflower café, which provides friendly, interactive sessions for those living with dementia, their carers, and those feeling lonely. They also have a short mat bowls club, a walking group, a book club, community music, a film club, a lunch club and holiday at home. Speak to Jess Faure for more information.

Address: 83 Portsmouth Road, Guildford, GU24BS

Website: www.guildfordurc.org.uk

 

Winton House Centre

Winton House Centre is based in the centre of Petersfield on the High Street. They provide a community cafe for you to relax and meet friends. Their information desk holds details about resources and services in and around Petersfield. They also run games afternoons, a dementia café, men’s cookery classes, exercise groups and bingo.

Address: 18 High Street, Petersfield, Hants, GU32 3JL

Website: www.wintonhousecentre.org.uk

 

The Weybridge Centre

Weybridge Centre for the community is one of seven centres in Elmbridge for the community that offer a wide range of services, facilities and activities for those over 50. Activities and classes include yoga, computer classes, bingo, arts & crafts, outings, quizzes, scrabble, carers choir/singing group and much more!

Address: Churchfield Place, Churchfield Road, Weybridge, Surrey, KT13 8DB

Website: www.allaboutweybridge.co.uk

 

Windle Valley Centre

The Windle Valley Centre offers older residents the opportunity to get involved in a range of activities. Held each Saturday from 2pm – 5pm, the Saturday Club offers a drop-in for tea and cake. Along with a range of dementia friendly activities, including music and movement, creative arts and cookery, bowls, boccia and magnetic darts, reminiscence activities, traditional board and card games, hairdressers, foot care and assisted bathing.  

Address: 6 Park Street, Bagshot, GU19 5AQ

Website: www.surreyheath.gov.uk

 

Surrey offers numerous activities for older adults, including social, creative, and physical options tailored to various mobility levels. Some of these include RHS Garden Wisley, Painshill Park, Winkworth Arboretum, Watts Gallery, Guildford Castle, Brooklands Museum.

 

We are always updating our recommendations. If you know of a wonderful local activity or group, please let us know!