Our community groups and activities are open to all Shoebox Members. You can join our free membership on your first visit, simply chat to our friendly team!

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What’s On

We will be launching a range of community groups and activities in the coming weeks.

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Crafternoon  |  Every Monday, 1pm – 3pm

Meet in the Marina Leisure Centre cafe.

Bring the creative project you’re working on or try out one of ours and craft in great company!

No need to book or call ahead, just come along! Find the Facebook event here.

Open to anyone aged 18+. Free to attend. Free parking. Wheelchair accessible. Tea and coffee available, £1.50 each.

Stitching at Sundown |  Every 4 weeks on Monday, 6pm – 8pm

First Session Mon 20th of May 2024 – Meet at Peggotty Road Community centre.

A group for people with all levels of crafting ability who would like to have a go and spend time with others who enjoy knitting, crocheting and stitching!

Traditional Games Group  |  Every Wednesday, 10am-12pm

Meet at the Shrublands Youth and Adult Centre

Play traditional games in a fun, friendly environment. Bring your own games or play some from our board games library.

Open to anyone aged 18+. Free to attend. Community cafe on site with hot drinks available from 70p. Free parking. Find the Facebook event here.

Creative Writing at the Pavillion  |  Every Wednesday, 1pm – 3pm

Meet at the Pavillion Theatre and Bandstand, Gorleston-on-Sea

Come and join us during the Pavillion’s Warm Hub for a warm welcome. Enjoy a lovely atmosphere to meet new friends and explore your creativity through writing!

No experience is required, this group welcomes anyone who would like to put pen to paper and see where it takes them!

Free tea and coffee available. Parking available.

Meet & Greet |  Every 4 weeks on Wednesday, 6pm – 8pm

First Session Weds 22nd of May 2024 – Meet at the Shrublands Youth and Adult Centre

Come and join us in a warm and friendly place to meet new friends and have a cuppa. Games and Puzzles will be out for everyone to enjoy.

Open to anyone aged 18+, Free Parking.

Knit, Stitch and Natter  |  Every Thursday, 10am – 12pm

Meet at the Pavillion Theatre and Bandstand, Gorleston-on-Sea

Come and join us in a warm and friendly atmosphere to make like minded friends.

This group is for people with all levels of crafting ability who would like to have a go and spend time with others who enjoy knitting, crocheting and stitching!

Free tea and coffee. Parking available.

Our community groups and activities in Great Yarmouth are delivered in collaboration with ProCommunity CIC using funding from the national Know Your Neighbourhood project.