For several years, community spaces have welcomed residents by providing warm environments during the winter months, including offerings of tea, coffee, and opportunities for socialisation.
This service has continued, and warm rooms are now officially listed as ‘welcome places’ by Mansfield Council.
Initially, warm spaces were set up to help residents reduce winter bills amid rising costs.
These spaces now provide numerous additional benefits, with many sessions featuring various social activities aimed at combating loneliness and supporting residents who may feel isolated during the winter months.
This list has been compiled by Mansfield Council, at: www.mansfield.gov.uk/downloads/file/6698/autumn-2024-timetable.
The following Welcome Places operate from Monday to Saturday, with varying criteria and itineraries for each location.
There may be other warm places in the area, but the following are recognised by Mansfield Council. See below.
5. Chesterfield Road Methodist Church
On Tuesdays, there is a coffee and cake session from 10.30am to 12.30pm at Chesterfield Road Methodist Church, located at 196 Chesterfield Road South. Photo: Google
6. St. Peter's Church - NG18 1AP
Residents are welcome at a Coffee Morning at St. Peter's Church every Wednesday from 10am to 12,30pm. The location is Church Side, Mansfield, NG18 1AP. Enjoy drinks, snacks, and a warm welcome. Photo: Google
7. Arena Church
Care for a coffee? A welcome place is open 10am-12pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Arena Church, Leeming Street, Mansfield. Enjoy coffee, chat, snacks, and a game of pool! Photo: Google
8. Trinity Methodist Church
Craft and Natter at Trinity Methodist Church is held on Wednesdays from 2-4pm at High Street, Mansfield Woodhouse. Enjoy crafting, a warm room, tea, and biscuits. Photo: Steve Cree