WEST HOWE COMMUNITY ENTERPRISES
Activities to enjoy here...
We're passionate about empowering our community to shape their own space. Below are some amazing community projects you can enjoy that are being run by members of the West Howe community.
If you have a great idea, useful skills to share, and some time to help organise or run an activity, get in touch.
Regular Activities lead by your community...
Feel free to contact us for more information on the activities below.
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Stay and Play
Mondays 9:30-11am
Tuesdays 12-2pm
Men's Shed (without the shed!)
Mon & Thur 12-13:30pm
Community Fridge
£1 per family. A welcoming and friendly group for under 5's and their parents and carers in the hall at The Henry Brown. Run by Volunteer Vicky from Crescent View pre-school and our team of volunteers. This group provides fun for the little ones, a cuppa for the adults and signposting support on local services for children and their families. (Term time only). They are lucky to have regular visits from the library and other special guests to host songtime!
Free. Small donation for lunch welcomed. Come along and be part of this friendly social group for men. Share ideas, plan projects together, and pick up new skills along the way. Past activities have included cooking sessions, installing blinds, and maintaining our community garden. Fancy a bite? An optional lunch is available in the café for anyone who takes part. Not into hands-on projects - that is ok! Just enjoy the free pool table and dart board, relax, and meet new people.
Free. The Community Fridge's mission is simple: to reduce food waste by rescuing surplus food that would otherwise go to landfill. Visit on a Monday and Thursday and help yourself to whatever selection of food is available. Although we share food fairly, it is subject to availability and on a first come first served basis. By reducing food waste and cutting down on harmful emissions, our volunteers and visitors are helping build a more sustainable future for everyone!
Wednesdays 12-2pm
Community Lunch Club
£7 for two meals. Our Community Lunch Club is the highlight of our week. Get out the house and be taken care of for a few hours with a warm welcome, a hearty home cooked 2 course meal plus optional prize bingo from 1pm. Our goal is simple - to bring people together over a shared meal. Whether you come to chat, laugh, or just enjoy a hot plate of food, there’s a seat at the table for you. Please book a week in advance and make us aware on any allergies or dietary requirements at time of booking.
Fridays 10-13pm
Bring your own craft Group
Free. A friendly, free and welcoming group of crafters. Bring your own craft or join in with one of ours. Share or learn a new skill and enjoy connecting with like-minded crafters. Examples of crafters favourite choices have been diamond art, knitting and paper crafts. Whatever you are into - come and share your skills and interest with a friendly bunch in our community cafe.
Every other week:
Parents ASD/ADHD Peer Support Coffee Morning
Tuesdays (Monthly) 12-2pm
Are you a parent or carer of a child with ASD or ADHD? You're not alone! Join our friendly and supportive group to connect with others who understand your journey, All parents and carers are welcome - come along for a chat, a hot drink.
Monthly:
Tuesdays (Monthly) 12-2pm
Women's Community Lunch
Pay what you can afford. £2 suggestion donation. Come and enjoy the company of local women alongside eating traditional authentic South Asian Cuisine. Meals are lovingly prepared and cooked by a team of local women who are passionate about sharing their favourite meals, their talents in cooking and a table together. Share cultures, conversation and good company in the Henry Brown Hall. No need to book, just turn up!
Regular Activities lead by community partners...
Please contact the Partners who run these activities directly for further information.
Gardening Group
Hosted by The Parks Foundation
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Tuesdays 10-12pm
ESOL Class
Hosted by Skills and Learning
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Tuesdays 10-12pm
Digital Support Drop-In
Hosted by North Bournemouth PCN
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Tuesdays 10-12pm
Citizens Advice Drop-In
Hosted by BCP Citizens Advice Team
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Tuesdays 10-12pm
Cheerleading
Hosted by RCA Cheerleading
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Tuesdays 10-12pm
Youth Boxing
Hosted by Changes are Made charity & Mark Smith
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Social Prescriber Drop-In
Hosted by Help and Care
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Regular Activities & Groups
Community Lunch Club
Mondays 9:30-11am
Stay & Play Group
Monday Term Time Only | 9.30 - 11am | £1.00 per family
Free. Small donation for lunch welcomed. Come along and be part of this friendly social group for men. Share ideas, plan projects together, and pick up new skills along the way. Past activities have included cooking sessions, installing blinds, and maintaining our community garden. Fancy a bite? An optional lunch is available in the café for anyone who takes part. Not into hands-on projects - that is ok! Just enjoy the free pool table and dart board, relax, and meet new people.
A welcoming and friendly group for under 5's and their parents and carers in the hall at The Henry Brown. Run by Vicky from Crescent View pre-school and our team of volunteers, with and regular visits from the West Howe an Kinson Family Hub. This group provides fun for the little ones, a cuppa for the adults and signposting support on local services for children and their families.
Community Lunch Club
Mondays 9:30-11am
Andy's Man's Club
Mondays | 7-9pm | FREE
Free. Small donation for lunch welcomed. Come along and be part of this friendly social group for men. Share ideas, plan projects together, and pick up new skills along the way. Past activities have included cooking sessions, installing blinds, and maintaining our community garden. Fancy a bite? An optional lunch is available in the café for anyone who takes part. Not into hands-on projects - that is ok! Just enjoy the free pool table and dart board, relax, and meet new people.
Andy's Man Club want to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health and create a judgment-free, confidential space where men can be open about the storms in their lives. Every Monday from 7pm to 9pm Andy's Man Club open their doors at The Henry Brown providing a free-to-attend peer-to-peer support group. No referral needed, just turn up to this welcoming group. https://andysmanclub.co.uk/
Community Lunch Club
Mondays 9:30-11am
Citizens Advice Drop In
Tuesdays fortnightly |
10am - 12pm | FREE
NOT VISITING DURING AUGUST 2025
Free. Small donation for lunch welcomed. Come along and be part of this friendly social group for men. Share ideas, plan projects together, and pick up new skills along the way. Past activities have included cooking sessions, installing blinds, and maintaining our community garden. Fancy a bite? An optional lunch is available in the café for anyone who takes part. Not into hands-on projects - that is ok! Just enjoy the free pool table and dart board, relax, and meet new people.
Meet a CAB adviser inside the Henry Brown Centre for free advice on benefits, housing, employment, debt, legal advice, immigration and more. No need to book just drop in from 10am. https://citizensadvicebcp.org.uk/
Community Lunch Club
Mondays 9:30-11am
Green Fingers Gardening Club
Tuesdays | 10am - 12pm | FREE
Free. Small donation for lunch welcomed. Come along and be part of this friendly social group for men. Share ideas, plan projects together, and pick up new skills along the way. Past activities have included cooking sessions, installing blinds, and maintaining our community garden. Fancy a bite? An optional lunch is available in the café for anyone who takes part. Not into hands-on projects - that is ok! Just enjoy the free pool table and dart board, relax, and meet new people.
Enjoy the outdoors and get involved in practical conservation and growing at The Moore Avenue Park Wildlife Garden and The Henry Brown Community Garden. No gardening experience required and all tools provided. Free hot drinks provided. Meet at The Henry Brown Centre, Tuesdays from 10am. Kindly supported by The Parks Foundation: https://parksfoundation.org.uk/
Community Lunch Club
Mondays 9:30-11am
Men's Shed (without the shed!)
Tuesdays | 12pm - 2pm | FREE / small donation for optional lunch
Free. Small donation for lunch welcomed. Come along and be part of this friendly social group for men. Share ideas, plan projects together, and pick up new skills along the way. Past activities have included cooking sessions, installing blinds, and maintaining our community garden. Fancy a bite? An optional lunch is available in the café for anyone who takes part. Not into hands-on projects - that is ok! Just enjoy the free pool table and dart board, relax, and meet new people.
Join in with this social group of guys, share ideas, plan projects together and learn new skills. Activities we've done include cooking sessions, installing blinds and maintaining the community garden. An optional lunch is served in the Cafe for all the guys. Don't feel like getting involved in projects, simply make the most of the free pool table and dart board and meet new people.
Community Lunch Club
Mondays 9:30-11am
RCA Cheerleading
Tuesdays | 4pm - 8pm | see RCA website
Free. Small donation for lunch welcomed. Come along and be part of this friendly social group for men. Share ideas, plan projects together, and pick up new skills along the way. Past activities have included cooking sessions, installing blinds, and maintaining our community garden. Fancy a bite? An optional lunch is available in the café for anyone who takes part. Not into hands-on projects - that is ok! Just enjoy the free pool table and dart board, relax, and meet new people.
RCA is a non-competitive, performance-based academy. Here at RCA we lead all classes with love, teamwork, friendships, and celebrating each individual! With almost 400 members we are one of the most fast growing cheerleading academies in the country. If you would like to become part of the RCA family we can guarantee to offer all students a growth in confidence, practical life skills, and opportunities for success. Every student is celebrated and coached to reach their full potential. We achieve great results with this approach and can't wait for you to start your journey with us! Visit RCA's website for more information: https://www.revolutioncheerleadingacademy.co.uk/
Community Lunch Club
Mondays 9:30-11am
Lunch Club & Bingo
Wednesdays | 12pm - 2pm |
2 Course lunch £7.00
Free. Small donation for lunch welcomed. Come along and be part of this friendly social group for men. Share ideas, plan projects together, and pick up new skills along the way. Past activities have included cooking sessions, installing blinds, and maintaining our community garden. Fancy a bite? An optional lunch is available in the café for anyone who takes part. Not into hands-on projects - that is ok! Just enjoy the free pool table and dart board, relax, and meet new people.
Meet old friends and new at 'Let's do Lunch Club' at The Henry Brown Centre. Every Wednesday enjoy a hearty, homemade 2 course meal freshly prepared by our Community Cook, Nicola plus optional prize Bing at just £1.50 for 6 games. To find out what's on the menu and book call 01202 580299, email admin@westhowe.net or find us on facebook/we st howe.
Community Lunch Club
Mondays 9:30-11am
Youth Boxing & Fitness
Wednesdays | 6pm - 8pm |
£2 donation to Changes Are Made.
Free. Small donation for lunch welcomed. Come along and be part of this friendly social group for men. Share ideas, plan projects together, and pick up new skills along the way. Past activities have included cooking sessions, installing blinds, and maintaining our community garden. Fancy a bite? An optional lunch is available in the café for anyone who takes part. Not into hands-on projects - that is ok! Just enjoy the free pool table and dart board, relax, and meet new people.
We are proud to host CAM Club - Changes Are Made Youth Boxing sessions at The Henry Brown Centre. A welcoming and supportive club for young people to build fitness, self confidence and develop a winning mindset. Coached by boxing coach Marc Smith. 6-7pm Juniors age 8 - 12. 7-8pm Seniors age 13 - 16 https://changesaremade.com/
Community Lunch Club
Mondays 9:30-11am
Dog's Trust
Thursdays | 3pm - 9pm |
£ Enquire on Dog's Trust website
Free. Small donation for lunch welcomed. Come along and be part of this friendly social group for men. Share ideas, plan projects together, and pick up new skills along the way. Past activities have included cooking sessions, installing blinds, and maintaining our community garden. Fancy a bite? An optional lunch is available in the café for anyone who takes part. Not into hands-on projects - that is ok! Just enjoy the free pool table and dart board, relax, and meet new people.
We offer friendly classes for puppies, adolescents, adults and rescue dogs in your local area. 121s, tailored to you for £70, Reactive Dogs courses for £135 We do offer financial support for those who need it. To enquire call the Dog's Trust bookings team or visit the website: Bookings team: 0330 1755 122 https://www.dogstrust.org.uk
Community Lunch Club
Mondays 9:30-11am
'Bring your own craft group'
Fridays | 11am - 1pm | FREE
Free. Small donation for lunch welcomed. Come along and be part of this friendly social group for men. Share ideas, plan projects together, and pick up new skills along the way. Past activities have included cooking sessions, installing blinds, and maintaining our community garden. Fancy a bite? An optional lunch is available in the café for anyone who takes part. Not into hands-on projects - that is ok! Just enjoy the free pool table and dart board, relax, and meet new people.
A friendly, free and welcoming group of crafters. Bring your own craft or join in with one of ours. Share or learn a new skill and enjoy connecting with like-minded crafters.
Community Lunch Club
Mondays 9:30-11am
Give & Take Day
Saturdays (monthly)
12pm -1pm Drop off
1pm-3pm open to public
Free. Small donation for lunch welcomed. Come along and be part of this friendly social group for men. Share ideas, plan projects together, and pick up new skills along the way. Past activities have included cooking sessions, installing blinds, and maintaining our community garden. Fancy a bite? An optional lunch is available in the café for anyone who takes part. Not into hands-on projects - that is ok! Just enjoy the free pool table and dart board, relax, and meet new people.
Are you having a sort out or considering a tip run? Reduce your impact on the environment while saving money. Bring your unwanted, good conditioned items for the public to take home or simply browse and see what you can take home for free! Clothing , Shoes, Toys, Baby equipment, Linen, Kitchenware, Homeware, pet items, small working electricals, bric-a-brac. No large items of furniture please. Drop off to our volunteers on the day 12pm to 1pm. Open to the public for browsing and taking 1pm to 3pm. Free entry, Refreshments, free parking and disable access. See our Facebook page for the next Give & Take date. www.facebook.com/westhowe
Community Lunch Club
Mondays 9:30-11am
North Bournemouth Primary Care Network Support Drop in
Monday 12th May
Monday 14th July
12pm -2pm | FREE
Free. Small donation for lunch welcomed. Come along and be part of this friendly social group for men. Share ideas, plan projects together, and pick up new skills along the way. Past activities have included cooking sessions, installing blinds, and maintaining our community garden. Fancy a bite? An optional lunch is available in the café for anyone who takes part. Not into hands-on projects - that is ok! Just enjoy the free pool table and dart board, relax, and meet new people.
Drop in to The Henry Brown and meet with a range of support services, get advice from the experts on cost of living, health and wellbeing support over a cuppa and a chat. Regular partners in attendance are Citizens Advice, Live Well Dorset, Ridgewater Energy, Community Action Network and lots more. No need to book, just pop in.
Community Lunch Club
Mondays 9:30-11am
Meet your Labour Councillor - Councillor Michelle Dower.
Thursdays at The Henry Brown Centre.
10.30am - 12pm
17th April, 15th May, 26th June, 24th July, 25th September, 23rd October.
Free. Small donation for lunch welcomed. Come along and be part of this friendly social group for men. Share ideas, plan projects together, and pick up new skills along the way. Past activities have included cooking sessions, installing blinds, and maintaining our community garden. Fancy a bite? An optional lunch is available in the café for anyone who takes part. Not into hands-on projects - that is ok! Just enjoy the free pool table and dart board, relax, and meet new people.
Meet your Kinson and West Howe Labour Councillor Michelle Dower to raise local issues, seek help with council services, or even just a chat.
Free. The Community Fridge's mission is simple: to reduce food waste by rescuing surplus food that would otherwise go to landfill. Visit on a Monday and Thursday and help yourself to whatever selection of food is available. Although we share food fairly, it is subject to availability and on a first come first served basis. By reducing food waste and cutting down on harmful emissions, our volunteers and visitors are helping build a more sustainable future for everyone!
£1 per family. A welcoming and friendly group for under 5's and their parents and carers in the hall at The Henry Brown. Run by Volunteer Vicky from Crescent View pre-school and our team of volunteers. This group provides fun for the little ones, a cuppa for the adults and signposting support on local services for children and their families. (Term time only). They are lucky to have regular visits from the library and other special guests to host songtime!