Groups and activities
We run a range of social groups, gentle activities, walks and shopping trips in New Mills and nearby areas. Not sure what’s right for you? Give us a call on 01663 744196 and we’ll help.
Weekly group timetable
These groups and trips run during the week. Some are drop-in, while others need booking because places are limited.
Monday
Acoustic Soup
A relaxed Monday afternoon with soup, chat, music, poetry and stories.
When: Every Monday, 1.30pm to 3pm
Where: New Mills Volunteer Centre, 33–35 Union Road, New Mills
Cost: £2
Booking: Call us to check availability
Contact: lorna@nmvc.org or 01663 744196
Supermarket trips
Our minibus team will pick you up and drop you home. Volunteers can help with your shopping bags to your door, and there is time to socialise on the minibus and in the in-store café.
When: Alternating Mondays
Where: Tesco Glossop & Morrisons Chapel-en-le-Frith
Cost: £5 per trip
Booking: Essential, places are limited
Contact: Call 01663 744196
Tuesday
Chair Based Exercise
Gentle seated exercise focused on movement, strength, balance and social connection.
When: Every Tuesday
Session times: 10am to 10.45am, 11am to 11.40am, 11.45am to 12.30pm
Where: New Mills Volunteer Centre, 33–35 Union Road, New Mills
Cost: £2.50 (includes a drink)
Also available: On Zoom
Booking: Call us to enquire
Contact: Julie@nmvc.org or 01663 744196
Wednesday
Knit & Natter
A relaxed drop-in group for knitting, crafting and conversation.
When: Every Wednesday, 10am to 12pm
Where: New Mills Volunteer Centre, 33–35 Union Road, New Mills
Cost: £2
Booking: Drop in
Contact: Fiona@nmvc.org or 01663 744196
wednesday
Digital Skills Support
Friendly help with smartphones, tablets and laptops. Volunteers can help with things like online shopping, job searching, forms, emails and staying safe online.
When: Wednesdays, 10am to 11.30am
Where: New Mills Volunteer Centre, 33–35 Union Road, New Mills
Cost: Free
Booking: Call us to enquire
Contact: 01663 744196
Supermarket trips
Our minibus team will pick you up and drop you home. Volunteers can help with your shopping bags to your door, and there is time to socialise on the minibus and in the in-store café.
When: Alternating Wednesdays
Where: Tesco Glossop & Morrisons Chapel-en-le-Frith
Cost: £5 per trip
Booking: Essential, places are limited
Contact: Call 01663 744196
thursday
Adult Autism Support Group
A relaxed social space for autistic adults and other neurodivergent people.
When: Thursdays, 5pm to 7pm
Where: 1st and 3rd Thursdays at New Mills Volunteer Centre; 2nd and 4th Thursdays at Zink, Buxton
Booking: Drop in
Contact: lucian@zink.org.uk or 01298 214926
Friday
Friday Lunch Club
A weekly homemade lunch with plenty of chat and laughter.
When: Every Friday, 12pm to 1.30pm
Where: New Mills Volunteer Centre, 33–35 Union Road, New Mills
Cost: £3
Booking: Call us to check availability
Contact: lorna@nmvc.org or 01663 744196
Monthly groups and activities
These groups and activities run once a month and are a good way to meet people, get out locally and try something different. Some need booking, so please check the details before coming along.
Not sure what’s right for you? Give us a call on 01663 744196 and we’ll help.
3rd Monday of month
Musical Memories
A dementia-friendly music session with musicians from the Hallé orchestra.
This is a fun and interactive music session for people experiencing dementia, their families and carers. Through popular music of all genres, the group explores memories and new ways of communicating.
When: Usually the 3rd Monday of the month, 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Where: Spring Bank Arts Centre
Cost: Free, donations welcomed
Booking: Pre-booking essential
Contact: Call 01663 744196 to enquire
last tuesday of month
Torrs and Talk
A gentle, supportive walk in and around the Torrs, followed by a brew at the Volunteer Centre for those who want one.
Please note that this walk includes a steep slope in and out of the Torrs.
When: Last Tuesday of the month
Meet: 2pm at New Mills Volunteer Centre
Cost: Free
Booking: Drop in
Dogs: Registered assistance dogs only
Contact: Call 01663 744196 with any questions
2nd Thursday of month
Summer Walks
Supportive walks led by trained walk leaders in different locations across the Peaks.
Walks are between 1 and 2.5 miles, with no stiles. Transport is provided by the NMVC minibus from the Volunteer Centre.
When: Second Thursday of the month,
April to October
Travel: Minibus from New Mills Volunteer Centre
Cost: £5 for minibus transport
Booking: Essential, places are limited
Dogs: Registered assistance dogs only
Contact: Call 01663 744196 to enquire
last thursday of month
Kinder Social Group
A monthly dementia-friendly social group with singing, dancing, tea, cake and plenty of conversation.
When: Last Thursday of the month, 1.45pm to 3.30pm
Where: St George’s Parish Hall, Church Lane, New Mills, SK22 4NP
Cost: £2.50
Booking: Call to enquire
Contact: lorna@nmvc.org or 01663 744196
LAST SATURDAY of month
New Mills Repair Café
Drop in with small electrical items, household items, jewellery, toys and more. Local volunteers will offer free repairs, help and advice where they can.
When: Last Saturday of the month, 10.00am to 12.30pm
Where: New Mills Volunteer Centre, 33–35 Union Road, New Mills, SK22 3EL
Cost: Free repairs, help and advice (donations welcome)
Booking: Drop in
Contact: 01663 744196 or mail@nmvc.org
Need help getting to a group?
We may be able to provide transport to some groups using our community minibus.
Please call us on 01663 744196 to ask what is available.
Not sure what’s right for you?
If you’re not sure which group or activity to come to, give us a call. We’ll talk it through and help you find something suitable.
Call: 01663 744196
Email: mail@nmvc.org
Other ways we can help
We also offer practical support, befriending, transport to medical appointments and help finding local services.