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.
9. Thursdays at Chesterfield Road Methodist Church
On Thursdays, there is a Coffee and Cake event from 1-3pm at the Chesterfield Road Methodist Church on Chesterfield Road South. Enjoy tea, coffee, cake, and conversation. Photo: Google
10. Ever other Thursday at Oak Tree Leisure Centre
Runs every other Thursday from 2-4pm at the Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Jubilee Way South. Visit the centre for the opportunity to meet other local residents and participate in a variety of activities each session, including board games, quizzes, light exercise, bowls, and much more. Photo: Alex Wilkinson Photography
11. Fridays at Oak Tree Leisure Centre
Rooted meets every Friday from 2-4.30pm at the Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Jubilee Way South, Mansfield. The group includes crafts and tea. Photo: Chad
12. Old Meeting House Mansfield
Every Friday from 10am-1pm there is a welcome place at the Old Meeting House in Mansfield. Enjoy a warm welcome along with tea, coffee, snacks, and a hot meal. There are also books, magazines, and toys available for children. Photo: Google