Social Prescribing
We regularly update our list of local activity and support groups. We hope that you will find some of these helpful. If you would like more advice from a social prescriber, support to attend a group or to get started, you can self-refer by calling 01205 314479.
More on: Lincolnshire Social Prescribing
Support Groups
Ex-Forces Breakfast Club
- Nags Head Pub
- Every Saturday, 9.30am
For all ex-forces members – All ages welcome
Carers First
- Various locations
Full support for all carers – range of activities and support available to all.
Email: carers_team@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Tel: 0300 303 1555
Carers Sitter Service
- Bourne Bourne
- Tuesdays and Thursdays
- 9.30am – 12.30pm
Local sitting service
Tina Sanderson www.carerssitterservice.org.uk
Tel: 01778 420257
Child Death Helpline
- Various locations
A helpline for anyone affected by the death of a child of any age, from prebirth to aldult, under any circumstances however recently or long ago
Tel: 0800 282 986
Christians Against Poverty
- Various locations
Help with debt issues and helping to manage money better
Tel: 0800 328 0006
Childline
- Various locations
Free and confidential help for young people in the UK
Tel: 0800 1111
CALM – Mental Health
- National
- 365 days a year
- 5pm – 12pm
Free, confidential helpline and webchat for anyone in a mental health crisis
Tel: 0800 525252
Saneline – Mental Health Charity
- National
- 7 days a week
- 4.30pm – 10.30pm
Leading UK mental health charity offering out of hours specialist support – Age 16+
Tel: 0300 304 7000
Alzheimers and Dementia Support
- Wood Grange Care Home
- 1st Wednesday of the month
Coffee morning – All welcome
Jean 07747 757848
National Gambling Helpline
- Nationwide
- 7 days a week
- 24 hours
Leading national provider of free information, advice and support for anyone affected – offers live chat and face to face counselling
Tel: 0808 8020 133
Autism Spectrum Disorder Support Group
- The Stage Pub, Market Deeping
- Wednesdays
- 1.30-2.30pm
Support group for adults/parents
Facebook: ASD Deepings
Parents Support Group
- Deepings Community Centre
- Alternative Fridays
- 10-11am
All parents welcome for support
Alcoholics Anonymous
- Various locations
A fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope to solve their common problem to recover
www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
Tel: 01472 362058
Drinkline
- National
- Monday – Friday
- 9am – 8pm
Advice to those worried about their own, or a loved ones alcohol use – free helpline and weekend support 11am – 4pm
Tel: 0300 123 1110
Drugs – Release
- National
- Various Days
Organisation providing free legal advice on drug related issues – free helpline provided
Tel: 0845 4500 215
Gordon Moody Association – Gambling
- National
- Various Days
Offers residenitial courses for men and women who have problems with gambling
Email: help@gordonmoody.org.uk
Tel: 01384 241292
Addaction
- Local locations
- Various Days
Free confidential service open to those affected by drugs / alcohol or affected by another’s substance use
Tel: 01775 666638
Adults Supporting Adults
- Local locations
- Various Days
Providing support for people who wish to remain or become part of their chosen community
Jackie Quant
Tel: 01529 416270
Shout
- Various locations
- 7 days a week
- 24 hour support
Free 24/7 text service for anyone in mental health crisis and requires immediate help
TEXT: SHOUT to 85258
Age UK South Lincolnshire
- Various locations
Information and advice for people over 50 on a range of areas.
Tel: 01522 696000
Age Care Advice
- Various locations
Supporting clients, carers and families navigate the care system and access the services required and possible funding sources
Simon Jessop www.agecareadvice.co.uk
Tel 07772 992732
Citizens Advice Bureau
- Bourne
- 9.30am – 4pm
Helping people to resolve their legal, money and other problems by providing advice and by influencing policy makers
Tel 03444 111444
Silverline
- Various locations
- 24 hour support
24 hour telephone support to help battle lonliness, free service for over 55+
Tel: 0800 470 8090
Little Miracles Bourne
- Jubilee Garage
- Every other Monday
- 9.30 – 11.30am
Activities planned for parent/carer with child/young person (age 0-25) with additional needs, support and advice available
Pelican Trust Home Based Training Support
- Home Based
- Various Days
Learn computer and internet skills, free of charge, provided by Lincs CC, fund up to 20 hrs for those unable to attend outside of the home
Email: davidhall151@gmail.com
01476 530525
Crohn’s and Colitis UK
- Various locations
Providing the opportunity for anyone affected to meet other people who understand the challenges and support for access to information
Tel: 0300 222 5700
Samaritans
- Various locations
- 7 days a week
- 24 hours
Confidential telephone support for those with emotional needs or in crisis
Tel: 116 123
Samaritans TEXT
- 7 days a week
- 24 hours
TEXT service – when in crisis, a text service with a trained counseller. For those uncomfortable speaking on the phone
TEXT – 07725 909090
LPCF Parent Carer Forum
- Nags Head Pub
- 10.30 – 12pm
For parent/carers of anyone with special needs that require access to info, feel connected and supported – free to attend
CRUSE Bereavement Care
- Bourne Branch
Support after the death of someone close
www.cruse.org.uk/Stamford-and-Bourne branch
Tel: 01780 751162
The Art of Tactical Parenting
- Toft Country House Hotel
- Various Days
- 5 weeks course
Providing information, instilling confidence and supporting choices – 5 week antenatal course with personalised needs and support
www.tacticalparenting.co.uk
Vicky 07482064322
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- Bourne Snooker Club
- Every Monday
- 10.30am -12pm
For recently unemployed, a great support to anyone needing help finding work
Dementia Support South Lincs
- Various locations
Aiming to support and improve the quality of life for people living with dementia and their carers.
Email: k.marshall18@btinternet.com
Kate 01778 426756
Bourne Arthritis Support
- Meadow Close Community Centre
- 1st Thursday of the month, 2pm
All welcome
Bourne Breathe Easy Support Group
- Meadow Close Community Centre
- 2nd Monday of the month
- 2 – 3.30pm
Support for those suffering from respiratory complaints inc family members
Bourne Blind and Partially Sighted Group
- Manor Court, West Street, Bourne
- Every Wednesday, 2pm
Friendly group, chat, outings and attractions, transport available
Ann 01778 421720
Bourne Beacon Counselling
- Bourne Area
- Various Days
Provides care counselling services in the Bourne area inc, anxiety, depression, beravement, pregnancy, self esteem and relationships
Lorrae Speirs
Tel: 07989 152112
Bourne Food Bank
- United Reform Church, Spalding Road
- Tues 1-3pm / Fri 9-11am
Clients will need information / vouchers from appropriate agencies – eg, citizens advice / toolbar etc
Bourne Heart Support Group
- Corn Exchange
- 3rd Wednesday of the month
Kate 01778 426756
Don’t Lose Hope Counselling Service
- 4 North Street Bourne
- Various Days
Age 4 plus, free service if in receipt of benefits and affordable to others, community café offers access to support, groups, workshops & advice
Email: enquiries@dontlosehope.co.uk
Tel: 01778 420762
Linkage Community Trust Family Services
- Various locations
- Various Days
Free support to young people/parents/carers – offer additional support to those with disability (age5-18)e
Email: heather.learwood-griffiths@linkage.org.uk
Heather 07515 851835
Computer Skills Session
- Bourne Library, 10 South Street, Bourne
- Wednesday
- 2pm – 4pm
Pop in to library to book in advance. 1/2 slots available for 1:1 support. Free of charge. Welcome to bring own laptop if prefer.
Dementia Support – Art For All
- Wake House, North Street
- Every Monday
- 11am – 1pm
Supported and creative art classes for people living with dementia and their carers
The Cinnamon Trust
- Home Based
- Various Days
Help to look after pets (dog walking etc) for the elderly – 60+ and terminally ill, including hospital cover
Tel: 01736 7579010
Call Connect
- Bourne / Surrounding villages
- Every Day
A unique bus service whose timetable is not fixed but responds to passenger requests
Tel: 0845 234 3344
The Butterfield Centre
- 2 North Road, Bourne
- Various Days
Provides day care and support for elderly – Domestic help service and mobile meals
Email: debbie.hague@thebutterfield.plus.com
Debbie 01778 421422
Bourne Parkinson Support Group
- Salvation Army Hall
- Last Monday of every month
- 10.30am – 12.30pm
Activity Groups
Bourne U3A
- Bourne Corn Exchange
- Third Monday of every month, 2.15pm
Enjoy education and entertainment by variety of speakers
www.u3abourne.org.uk
0845 519 1385
Bourne Bridge Club
- Masonic Hall, Roman Bank
- Tuesday / Thursday
- 6.50 – 10pm
Partners can be found if needed. Tuesday Group is for novice players.
Email: bourne4bridge@gmail.com
Sandra 01778 561223
Art Class
- Langtoft Village Hall
- Every Tuesday
- 9am – 12pm
Tel 01778 349139
Repair Café
- St Firmins Hall, Thurlby
- 4th Sunday of the month
- 2pm – 5pm
A meeting place to repair all broken items, seek advice and get inspiration (no charge)
Hereward Probus Club
- Toft Country House Hotel
- 2nd Wednesday of the month, Various times
For retired and professional business men, lunches, talks, outings, special events
Peter 01778 393031
Get Connected
- Salvation Army Hall
- Every Tuesday
- 1.30 – 4pm
Opportunity to meet with friends to do crafts, colouring, games, knitting – All ages
Bourne Gateway Social
- Masonic Hall, Roman Bank
- Weekly Various
Weekly social/disco (age 18+), popular social evenings, disco, bowling, karaoke, days out for those with additional needs/learning disability
Bourne Borderers
- Edenham village Hall
- Every Wednesday, 8pm
Welcome new dancers and musicians
Janet 01778 346236
Over 60’s Social Club
- Morton Village Hall
- Every Wednesday
- 2 – 4pm
All Welcome
Heather: 01778 570225
Quiz Night
- The Sugarmill
- Every Tuesday, 8.30pm
Bourne Methodist Church Social Group
- Methodist Church Hall, Abbey Road
- Every Thursday
- 2 – 4.30pm
Social meet up with games and dancing
Bourne Worth it WI
- Darby and Joan Hall
- 2nd Thursday of the month, 7.30pm
Christine 01778 420186
Bourne Art Society
- Wake House
- Every Thursday
- 10.30am – 4pm
Betty 01778 394842
Nubourne WI
- Bourne Abbey Church
- 1st Thursday of the month, 7.30pm
New members always welcome
Mary 01778 420370
Bourne Round Table
- Various locations
The group enjoy many social activities
Ray 07951 010595
Bourne Motor Racing Club
- Corn Exchange
- 2nd Thursday of the month, 8pm
All welcome – Guest speakers and socialising
Bourne Preservation Trust
- Wake House
- 3rd Monday of the month, 7.30pm
To help maintain the heritage of Bourne
Bourne Garden Club
- Abbey Church Hall, Church Walk
- 3rd Thursday of the month, 7.30pm
Trevor 01778 570249
Bourne Petanque Club
- Abbey Lawns
- Wednesday & Sundays, 2pm
Welcome new members
Email: contactbapc@gmail.com
01778 394083
Bourne Organ Club
- Bourne Corn Exchange
- 3rd Wednesday of the month
All ages welcome
Linda Wass 01778 424947
Bourne Tuneless Choir
- Bourne Abbey Church
- Every Wednesday
- 7.30 – 9pm
- £40 for 8 weeks
All abilities welcome
Linda 07949 057811
Bourne to Sing!
- Salvation Army Hall
- Every Wednesday
- 1.30 – 2.30pm
Free taster session
Email: bourne@tunelesschoir.com
Brooke 07772 055935
Bourne Choral Society
- Bourne Abbey Church
- Every Monday, 7.30pm
New members always welcome
Handful of Harmonies
- Red Hall Bourne / Village Hall Langtoft
- Mondays / Fridays
- 7.30 – 9pm
- Age 17- 70 plus
Andrew 01778 345857
Healthy Holistic Happiness
- Various locations
- Various Days
Improve your mental and physical wellbeing with mindfulness teacher, big happiness coach, laughter 1-2-1 coach, behavioural science coach
www.healthyholistichappiness.co.uk
Linda 07849 776045
SKAMP (SK Acting Musical Players)
- Bourne
Performing 2-3 shows throughout the year usually at the Bourne Corn Exchange. Active membership for age 8+ living in or around Bourne.
Email: skampgroup@hotmail.com
CMHT Pool Group
- Bourne Snooker Centre, Cherry Holt Rd
- Every Tuesday
- 12pm – 1.30pm
Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust CMHT new group – Please just show up
Friendship Friday
- The Cedar’s Care Home, Church Walk
- Last Friday of the month
- 11am – 12pm
All welcome for cake, coffee and a chat – FREE of charge
Tel: 01778 421555
Crafty Friday
- The Craft Centre, Bourne Town Centre
- Every Friday
- 9am – 9pm
Bring with you what you are working on – £2.50 charge for 3 hours – over 16’s
Dance and Drama for the Disabled
- Wake House, North Street
- Every Saturday
- 10.30am – 12pm
New members always welcome
Helen 01778 421042
Knit and Sew Friendship Group
- Abbey Church Hall
- Every Wednesday, 2pm
Rosie 01778 424584
Knit and Crochet Group
- The Craft Centre, Bourne Town Centre
- Every Friday
- 9am – 9pm
All welcome
Knit & Natter
- The Little Teapot, Wherrys Lane, Bourne
- Every Thursday
- 1pm – 4pm
All welcome
Bourne Over 60’s Club
- Darby and Joan Hall
- Every Monday
- 2pm – 3.45pm
Very friendly group, bingo, quizzes, afternoon tea, trips and days out. Not running end of July – September
Bourne Cameo Club
- Salvation Army Hall
- Every Thursday, 2.30pm
For over 60’s
Loose Ends Craft Club
- Rippingale Village Hall
- Every Friday
- 10am – 12pm
Bring your work along to a relaxing craft session. £3.00 per session to include tea and cake.
Carol – 01778 441386
Bourne Scrabble Club
- Wake House
- Every Monday, 2-5pm
Caters for all players of all levels
Tea and Tales Book Club
- The Little Teapot, Wherrys Lane, Bourne
- Every Thursday
- 6pm – 8pm
All Welcome
Carpet Bowls
- Village Hall, Langtoft
- Fridays, 6.15pm – 10.15pm (Youth 6.15pm – 7.15pm; Adults till 10.15pm)
Bourne Judo Club
- Darby and Joan Hall
- Every Wednesday
- Various times
From 6 – 60 years – Can just turn up – no booking required
Whist Drive
- Kirkby Underwood Village Hall
- Every Friday, 7pm
- £2.50 per session
All welcome
Tel 01778 570934
Bourne Readers Group
- Various locations
- Various Days
For people interested in reading and meeting new people
Linda 01778 393127
Clubbercise
- Elsea Park Community Hall, Sandown Drive
- Every Thursday, 6.30pm
All fitness levels welcome
Nikki 07500 862412
Royal British Legion (women’s section)
- Butterfield Centre, North Road
- 3rd Wednesday of the month, 2pm
Many social events to enjoy
Bingo
Aslackby Bingo
- Aslackby Village Hall
- 2nd Wednesday of the month, 7.30pm
Bourne Bingo
- Meadow Close Community Centre
- Every other Thursday, 7.30pm
All welcome
Brenda 07712 199050
Twenty Bingo
- Twenty Village Hall
- Every other Wednesday, 7.30pm
All welcome – Just turn up
Morton Bingo
- The Five Bells Pub
- Every Monday, 7.30pm
Baby Groups
Babies and Tots
- New Day Baptist Church, Morton
- Every Tuesday
- 10 – 11.30am
Baby Massage
- The Youth Centre Bourne Childrens Centre
- Every Friday
- 11.30am – 12.30pm
Courses run for 5 weeks
Baby Yoga
- The Youth Centre Bourne Childrens Centre
- Every Monday
- 11.00 – 12.00am
- Pre-Booking required
Pre School / Toddler Groups
Mother and Toddler Group
- Baptist Church, Bourne
- Every Tuesday
- 9.30 – 11.30am
- £1.50 per family
Elsea Park Playgroup
- Elsea Park Community Hall, Sandown Drive
- Every Thursday
- 9.30am – 10.30am
£1.50 per session. Age 0-4 years.
Toddler and Parent Group
- Salvation Army Hall
- Every Wednesday
- 10am – 12pm
£1.00 per family. Refreshments included. From 0-4 years, lots of activities available.
Mother and Toddler Group
- Abbey Church Hall
- Every Wednesday
- 9.30 – 11.30am
All welcome – pre-school age only – term time only
Hartbeeps
- Thurlby Methodist Church
- Every Wednesday
- Various times
The most original musical baby, toddler and pre-school classes
Email: Kaffy@hartbeeps.com
Call Kaffy: 07576 759337
Musical Minis
- Various locations
- Various days and times
Music group for parents and pre-school children for learning and fun with music – Term time only
hazel@musicalminis.co.uk
Cheeky Monkey’s Parent & Toddler
- Rippingale Village Hall
- Every Tuesday, 10am
Tel-01778 440059
Pre-school Music Class
- Wake House, North Street
- Every Wednesday Mornings
For 0-4 years, fun music sessions
Mary 01529 497131
Pillarwood Farm Pre-School Parent/Toddler
- 2 Main Street, Edenham
- Fridays
- 10am – 11.30am
Five-week sessions – Parent and toddler group, £6 per child, £3 per sibling. Refreshments, chance to chat. Forest school setting, outside activities.
Storytime
- Bourne Library
- Every Tuesday
- 2 – 2.30pm
Storytime for pre-school children
Junior Clubs
Bourne Judo Club
- Darby and Joan Hall
- Every Wednesday
- 7.45 – 8.45pm
- £2.50 per session
Chas 01778 440430
Yoga Class – After School
- Café 35, Bourne Town Centre
- Every Tuesday
- 4.15 – 5.15pm
Suitable for primary school children, Drop-in class, Pay as you go £5.00 – Booking req (drink and snack inc)
Teenagers
Don’t Lose Hope
- 4 North Street Bourne
- Every Thursday
- 6.30 – 8.30pm
Themed evenings and chilled sessions for teenagers only / Mental Health
07823 887968
Youth Club
- New Day Baptist Church, Morton
- Every Thursday
- 6.30 – 8pm
- From Year 6 – Year 9
Active Lifestyle Groups
Ki-Ways Tai-Chi
- Every Tuesday
- 2 – 3.30pm
Tai-Chi Lessons for all abilities
Tel: 07413 620344
Dementia Support – Tai Chi
- Wake House
- Every Wednesday
- 2pm – 3pm
All abilities welcome
Zumba Class
- Bourne Methodist Church
- Every Wednesday
- 7pm – 8pm
All levels welcome
Jackie Goodwin
Yoga Class
- Wake House
- Every Wednesday
- 7.30 – 8.45pm
Laura 07951 288801
Burghley Run Camp
- Burghley Park, Near Stamford
- Every Wednesday
- 10.30am
Running based exercise class, do not have to be a runner to take part, pay on the day, no need to book.
Bourne Inner Wheel
- The Wishing Well, Dyke
- Monthly Meetings
For ladies, friendship, fun, food and charity fundraising.
Tel 01778 440097
Bourne Ladies Keep-Fit
- Methodist Church Hall, Abbey Road
- Every Thursday
- 7.30 – 8.30pm
- Ladies only
Janet 07730 23557
Fia – Rock Box Fitness
- Ryhall Village Hall PE9 4HR
- Various days and times
Fitness class with a difference, combining rock music and boxing training – All fitness levels welcome.
Email: Fia.DanceFitness@outlook.com
Tel: 07818 516707
Bourne Badminton Club
- Bourne Leisure Centre
- Every Friday
- 7.30 – 9.30pm
Welcomes new members
Julian 01778 423994
Inclusive Family Yoga
- Morton Village Hall
- Every Tuesday
- 11am
Exercise to Music
- Rippingale Village Hall
- Every Wednesday
- 11.45 – 12.45
Exercise to music for over 50 plus age group
01778 423351
Postural Stability Strength and Balance Class
- Bourne Youth Centre
- Every Monday
- 1.30pm & 2.30pm
Endurance and strength class for those at risk of falls, tea and coffee after, £6 per class, 1st session free
Email: info@chooseyoufit.com
Glynn 07834 839212
Yoga / Pilates and Body Conditioning
- Edenham Village Hall
- Every Thursday, 6.30pm
- Pay as you go £3.50
Kim 07976 818995
Yoga / Pilates
- Bourne Youth Centre
- 9.30am – 10.30am
- £4 per session
- Creche £1.50
Tracy 07799 250581
Move It or Lose It Class
- Elsea Park Community Hall, Sandown Drive
- Every Monday
- 10.45am
Exercise class for the over 60’s and a good natter – First session free
Move It or Lose It Class
- The Barn – Baston
- Every Friday
- 1.30pm – 2.15pm
Exercise class for the over 60’s and a good natter – First session free. To book call or email.
Email: Amanda.abbott@moveitorloseit.co.uk
Tel: 07535 788756
Natural Bourne Runners
- Monday / Wednesday Evening
All abilities welcome, free club, open to all.
steve.cole180780@gmail.com
Yoga Class
- Wake House
- Every Thursday
- 10.30 – 12pm
All welcome
Laura 07951 288801
Keep Fit – Extend for over 60’s
- Bourne Youth Centre
- Every Friday
- 10.45 – 11.45am
Exercise class for the over 60’s
Mandy 07949 736505
Slimming World with Tori
- Salvation Army Hall
- Tuesdays and Thursdays
- Tuesdays 9.30am / Thursdays 5.30pm / 7.30pm
Everyone is welcome – For more information please call Tori.
Tori 07849 095520
South Kesteven Health Walks
- 1Life Leisure Centre, Bourne
- Every Friday
- 11.45am
Provides free walks for beginners and people with health conditions. Meet outside leisure centre for a one hour walk around Bourne.
Walking For Health
- Various locations
- Every Wednesday, 2pm
- Also 2 x Saturdays per month – Walking group in and around Bourne
Kate 01476 406157
Line Dancing Class
- Masonic Hall, Roman Bank
- Every Monday
- 10-11am
Beginners class
Café – Coffee Groups
Bourne Cuppa Club
- Café 35, Bourne Town Centre
- 1st Tues / 4th Thurs
- 10 – 11.30am
A cuppa shared whilst making new friends – social group, all welcome
Sharon Davidson
Coffee Morning
- Methodist Church Hall, Abbey Road
- Every Thursday
Coffee Morning
- Digby Court, North Road
- Every Wednesday
- 10.30 – 12pm
- Coffee and Biscuits 50p charge
All welcome
Coffee Morning
- Meadow Close Community Centre
- Every Tuesday, 10am
- Coffee / Tea / Biscuits only 30p
Good company – All welcome
Coffee Morning
- Darby and Joan Hall
- Every Thursday
- 9am – 12pm
All welcome
Coffee Morning
- Salvation Army Hall
- Last Saturday of the month
- 10 – 12pm
Lunch Club
Monday Lunch Club
- Abbey Church Hall, Church Walk
- Every Monday
- 12 – 2pm
Home cooked food in friendly surroundings £3.00 for main course £1.00 for dessert.
Alison 01778 422832
Lunch Club
- Bourne Methodist Church
- Thursdays, 12 noon
- 2 x courses £3.50
All welcome
Heather 01778 422258
The Poachers Supper Club
- Angel Hotel
- 3rd Thursday of the month
- Various times
Sociable friendly group with talks, quizzes, entertainment, all ages welcome
Val 01778 394998
Volunteering
Mad in SK
- Making a difference in South Kesteven.
Volunteering opportunities for 16-25 yr olds with opp to gain awards, qualifications, have fun and make friends
01476 563863