Activies and Events
The SPC activities programme at Camberwell Road and on the Aylesbury estate is a combination of regular meetings and events arranged by our affiliated groups together with courses and activities organised by the Centre staff team in response to consultation with our membership or to mark special events that are of particular relevance for older people. The activities listed below are included in our current programme but are subject to change. You can find out what is going on by calling at Camberwell Road where staff will also be able to tell you about other opportunities and social events that are happening across Southwark.
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Computer Courses and Workshops
Thanks to some generous donations we have been able to run a number of computer courses and one-off workshops over the past year in response to high demand from our members. We are actively trying to encourage funders to support more courses so if you are interested in improving your computer skills, call in to the Centre and speak to Jon Morgan.
The Explorers Club
In addition to the activities listed, The Explorers Club, which has approx 350 members, publishes its monthly programme which includes almost weekly events and outings to places of interest in the area, across London and sometimes farther afield. The programme provides opportunities for older people, including the many who live alone, to broaden their cultural and social horizons and to make new friends. Call in to the Camberwell Road Centre to find out about membership of the Explorers and to see a sample monthly programme.
Goodrich Club
a regular social club that meets on Monday afternoon, 1.00 – 3.00 at Camberwell Road. New members welcome.
Healthy Walks
organised each Monday morning from Thurlow Lodge. This is an opportunity to keep fit, make new friends and to explore the area. For more information speak to Ahmet Ziya at SPC office.
Keep Fit
Every Friday at Pembroke House, Aylesbury Estate, from 10.00-11.00. For further details telephone the Pensioners Centre on 020 7708 4556.
Line Dancing
a very popular class led by an experienced instructor. Every Tuesday morning at 10.00 at Thurlow Lodge.
Pop-In Club
Drop - in to our Pop-In Club that meets every Tuesday morning at Southwark Pensioners Centre from 10.30am to 12.30pm for tea, biscuits and fun! For more details contact Jon Morgan on 020 7708 4556.
Southwark Pensioners Action Group
Another established group affiliated to SPC, also has an active programme of meetings and events focused on raising awareness and campaigning on issues that affect the health and independence of older people.
Recent campaigns have included opposition to the closure of the Maudsley Hospital Felix Post Unit, a specialist mental health service for older people; challenging the changes to Accident and Emergency Services which reduced specialist emergency treatment for people with mental health issues; regular lobbying of local and national politicians about the erosion of the value of the old age pension and the position of many older women who receive significantly less income than men.
If you are interested in campaigning for a better deal for pensioners, come into the Centre and find out more about SPAG's work.
Sports and Social Club
Try your hand at table tennis, pool and card games. 2.00-4.00 on Thursdays at Camberwell Road
Stretch and Relax Class
A successful 8 week course has recently taken place on Thursday mornings at Camberwell Road and we are hoping to run more courses in the autumn.
Strictly Come Dancing
A very popular ballroom dancing class led by Trevor Jackson. Thursdays 10.00 -11.00 at Thurlow Lodge
Welcome Singers Choir
Come and fill your lungs in good company and enjoy learning new music with our talented choir director, Sue. No audition required. Everyone welcome. Wednesday afternoons between 2.00 – 4.00 at Camberwell Road.