What is a Warm and Welcome Place?
Warm and Welcome Places are free to use places where people can gather for free in a warm, safe, welcoming place and maybe enjoy a hot drink and some company.
We are creating this directory of all the Warm and Welcome Places in Craven so that anyone who needs one can find out where they are. All the organisations have agreed to follow our charter and treated everyone with dignity, respect and warmth.
Warm Spaces are totally free to use and will provide a warm welcome to all.
Register your venue as a Warm and Welcome Place
If you are an organisation offering a Warm Welcome Place please tell us about your facilities and services so we can add you to the directory and let residents know about you.
It should only take a few minutes to complete the Warm and Welcome Places Registration Form and if you are a voluntary or community group you can apply for one of our Warm Welcome Places Grants to help with running costs.
If you want to be included in our directory we ask you to agree to follow our Warm and Welcome Places Charter.
Directory of Warm Welcome Places
Please find below our Craven Directory of local venues that have agreed to provide a Warm and Welcome Place for local residents this winter. All these venues have signed up to our Warm and Welcome Places Charter so you can be sure that you will be treated with dignity, respect and warmth.
Bentham
- Bentham Community Library
- Bentham Methodist Church - from 11 January 2023
- Low Bentham Victoria Institute
Cross Hills
Gargrave
Grassington
Hellifield
Ingleton
Long Preston
Settle
- The Place in Settle
- St John’s Methodist Church Settle
- St. Mary & St. Michael Catholic Church Settle
- Settle Public Living Room
- Settle Community and Business Hub
- Settle Limestone View
- Settle Fire Station
Skipton
- Craven Arts House Skipton - from January 2023
- Holy Trinity Church, Skipton
- Morrisons Supermarket
- Skipton Community Wellbeing Cafe
- Trinity Methodist Church Skipton
- Skipton Library and Customer Services Centre
- Skipton Step Into Action
- Skipton Town Hall
You may also find additional places offering a Warm Welcome this winter by visiting the national Warm Welcome Space website or by contacting your local Community Support Organisation which are :-
Age UK North Craven 01729 823066 info@ageuknorthcraven.org (covering North Craven, for example Hellifield, Long Preston, Settle, Bentham, Ingleton, Horton in Ribblesdale, Malham and villages)
Grassington Hub 01756 752222 enquiries@grassingtonhub.com (covering Grassington, Upper Wharfedale, Hetton, Cracoe, Rylstone)
Skipton Step into Action 01756 802098 support@ssia.org.uk (covering Skipton and South Craven)
Venue Details
Further details for each of the venues listed in our directory are given below.
Bentham
Bentham Community Library
Looking Well Studios, King Street, High Bentham, LA2 7HG
Opening Times
Monday 2.30pm – 5.00pm
Wednesday 10.00am – 2.00pm
Friday 2.30pm - 4.30pm
Saturday 10.00am - 12.00noon
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Baby changing facilities
Hot drinks, Free wi-fi, Free use of computers, Desk space for working or studying
Magazines / Newspapers, Library corner/ Book borrowing/swap, Boardgames / Jigsaws
Description
Pioneer Projects are providing a welcoming space at Bentham Community Library for people to enjoy a drink, chat, use computers and access to library books. If people want to access additional advice & guidance they can be put in touch with a Pioneer Projects Keyworker.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Lynda Graveson or Caroline McCarthy 015242 62672 office@pioneerprojects.org.uk
Bentham Methodist Church from 11 January 2023
Station Road, Bentham LA2 7LH
Opening Times
Wednesday 1.00pm – 4.30pm from 11 January 2023
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Baby changing facilities, Car parking
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits,
Charging facilities for phones & devices, Desk space for working or studying
Magazines / Newspapers, Library corner/ Book borrowing/swap
Boardgames / Jigsaws, Children’s play equipment, Outdoor space / activities
Description
Churches Together in Bentham are providing a warm space’ for anyone who wants to use it at Bentham Methodist Church. We hope to provide a warm space where everyone and anyone can come together either to enjoy solitude or community with a warm welcome and a cup of tea and piece of toast. The space will be non -discriminatory wholly inclusive and respectful of all users and we will signpost users to other advice services if they ask.
We already have lots of toys for young users and may set up other activities for users such as craft groups or boardgames if there is interest.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Jane Proctor, 0750 898 1299/015242 62648 ejplb@outlook.com
Low Bentham Public Hall and Victoria Institute
Main Street, Low Bentham LA2 7BX
Opening Times
Monday 9am -2pm
Wednesday 9am -2pm
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Baby changing facilities,
Car parking on High Street or local car parks
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi, Free use of tablets / devices, Charging facilities for phones & devices, Desk space for working or studying
Magazines / Newspapers, Library corner/ Book borrowing/swap
Boardgames / Jigsaws, Outdoor space
Description
A homely atmosphere in a warm and welcome space with kitchen facilities and a warm conservatory that looks onto our community garden.
We can offer warm drinks and we have a library where people can be borrow or read books whilst they are here. We also have a selection of board games. Small donation for tea and coffee.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Diane Faraday-Williams 01524 263162 07825 757149 V.Imanager@hotmail.com
Gargrave
Church Street, Gargrave BD23 3NE
Opening Times
10.30am – 12.00noon Monday
2.00pm – 4.00pm Tuesday
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Baby changing facilities
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Outdoor space / activities, Craft activities on Tuesday afternoons
Description
At Coffee Monday we serve toasted currant tea-cakes, tea, coffee and buns, but most of all we provide a really warm welcome and a listening ear. Drop in and say hello!
Tuesday afternoons see our merry band of knitters (or whatever craft you're into) meet together to share tips and advice about their creations in the making.
There is tea and lots of chat and a good deal of laughter. Do drop in, or drop a stitch.
St Andrew’s Church is a supportive community that looks out for those on the margins and welcomes all as equals. Organisers and participants of both activities can offer informal information and guidance on many aspects of local life.
Gargrave railway station and a bus stop on the A65 are both 5 minutes’ walk away.
Coffee Mondays are by donation. Craft and Chat on a Tuesday is free.
We welcome all including those unable to pay.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact Revd Andrew Steer 01756 749275 andrew.steer@leeds.anglican.org
Glusburn and Cross Hills
South Craven Community Library Service
Main Street, Cross Hills, Keighley, BD20 8TQ
Opening Times
Monday 2.00pm - 6.00pm
Wednesday 10.00am - 2.00pm
Thursday 1.00pm - 5.00pm
Friday 2.00pm - 6.00pm
Saturday 10.00am - 12.00pm
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities, Car parking
Hot drinks and biscuits
Free wi-fi, Free use of computers, Charging for phones & devices, Desk Space for working, meeting, studying
Local Newspapers, Library corner/ Book borrowing/swap
Boardgames / Jigsaws, Children’s play equipment
Description
We provide a warm and friendly space. People are always welcome to visit to read books, magazines or newspapers, meet with friends, join in our various activities and groups, and access our PCs and free Wi-Fi.
You can borrow a range of books for all ages in a variety of formats, including large print and audio. You can request any item that is not immediately available.
Other facilities at the library include :-
Help and support using IT, Photocopying, printing, scanning and laminating, Family history help, Free online access to many digital resources, Wellbeing Bags, Self-Care Toolkits, Storytime, Buzzy Bee reading scheme for under-5s, Volunteering.
We can provide information on a number of services and signposting to other organisations for further advice and guidance.
There is a bus stop is just across the road from the library
We are free at the point of use, however there may be charges for printing, copying, laminating and extended computer use.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact Wendy Sharp 01609 534502 enquiries@sccls.org.uk
Grassington
Manor Hill Barn, Garrs Lane, Grassington, BD23 5AT
Opening Times
Monday to Friday 10.00am – 4.00pm
Saturday 9.30am – 12.00 noon
Facilities
Accessible entrance and Accessible toilet
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi, Free use of computers, Charging facilities for phones & devices
Library corner/ Book borrowing/swap, Magazines, Newspapers, Boardgames & Jigsaws
Description
Our warm space is free, there may be a small charge for some of the Activity Sessions to pay for materials, but the free warm space is additional to these activities.
Activity Sessions
Monday afternoon 3.30pm – 5.30pm Knit Stitch n Natter
Tuesday afternoon 1.30pm – 3.30pm Silk Painting till end of October, then other creative art including Christmas activities going forward
Wednesday 1.30pm – 4.00pm Chess Club
Thursday 2.00pm – 4.00pm Family History
Friday 10.30am – 12.30pm Knit Stitch n Natter
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Angie Dalton 01756 752222 enquiries@grassingtonhub.com
4 Garrs Lane, Grassington, BD23 5AT
Opening Times
Daily from 11.30am until 9.00pm
Facilities
Baby changing facilities
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi, Charging facilities for phones & devices
Boardgames / Jigsaws
Description
Cosy atmosphere, friendly staff, hot drinks and a log fire
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Agi Rusinek 01756752770 agi@grayreidleisure.co.uk
Hellifield
Main Street, Hellifield, BD23 4JY
Opening Times
Wednesdays 1pm to 4pm
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Car parking
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi, Charging facilities for phones & devices
Magazines / Newspapers, Library corner/ Book borrowing/swap, Boardgames / Jigsaws
Description
Warmth, social atmosphere, hot drinks and biscuits.
There is a bus stop adjacent to Hellifield Institute and the railway station is a ten minute walk away.
We ask for small donations for hot drinks and biscuits.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Ann Taylor, 01729 851102 onktaylor@gmail.com
Haw Grove, Hellifield BD23 4JA
Opening Times
Monday 12.30 - 4.00pm
Thursday 10.30 - 1.30pm
Friday 12.30 - 4.00pm
Facilities
Accessible entrance Accessible toilet Baby changing facilities
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi Free use of computers
Boardgames / Jigsaws Children’s play equipment
Desk space for working or studying
Able to show DVDs on a big screen
Outdoor space / activities
Description
Warmth, Social atmosphere, hot drinks, optional food.
Signpost to help with financial difficulties
We are close to public transport.
We ask for donations for soup and sandwiches.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Pauline Wright 07931 511652
Ingleton
Ingleborough Community Centre & Library
Main Street, Ingleton, Carnforth, Lancashire LA6 3HG
Opening Times
Monday 9.00am-6.00pm Tuesday 9.00am-4.30pm Wednesday 9.00am-5.00pm
Thursday 9.00am-4.30pm Friday 9.00am-5.00pm and Saturday 10.00am-12.00noon
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Baby changing facilities, Car parking
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi, Free use of computers& devices, Charging facilities for phones & devices
Library corner, Book borrowing/swap, Boardgames & Jigsaws
Desk space for working or studying, Children’s play equipment
Outdoor space / activities
Description
We provide a warm welcome and have many clubs that people can join depending on their interests.
We will offer information and advice on any subject including securing benefits and where to find extra help if needed. Following the covid-19 pandemic we have increased partnership working with agencies such as Age UK, local GP surgeries and others.
We usually charge 50p for a hot drink but we have the facility to waive this dependant on peoples circumstances.
There is a bus stop right outside the building
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Jayne Lis 015242 41701 jlis@hotmail.co.uk
Long Preston
Long Preston Village Hall from 11th January 2023
The Green, Long Preston, Skipton, BD23 4NU
Opening Times
Wednesday 10.30am - 12.30pm
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Baby changing facilities
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits,
Free wi-fi, Charging facilities for phones & devices
Magazines / Newspapers, Library corner/ Book borrowing/swap, Boardgames / Jigsaws
Description
Providing warm drinks, snacks such as crumpets & toasted teacakes, magazines, games, possible slide shows and most importantly meeting other members of the community in warm and comfortable place.
There is a bus service to the village from Settle and/or Skipton
Donations accepted
Settle
10D Commercial Courtyard, Off Duke St, Settle, BD24 9RH
Opening Times
Tuesdays 2.00pm-4.00pm (closed over Christmas)
Facilities
Accessible Entrance, Accessible Toilet, Car parking (in paid car park)
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi, Free use of computers (in the office) Charging facilities for phones & devices Boardgames & Jigsaws
Outdoor space and activities
Description
Our Wellbeing Cafe is a welcoming space for people to enjoy a cuppa, cake, toast, have a chat, join in some art, bring crafts, reading. Just be!
We can signpost to health & wellbeing services locally, provide information about local groups and activities.
We can arrange appointments with Citizens Advice here at The Place.
Donations gratefully received for refreshments but not a requirement.
Settle town centre bus stops are a short walk away.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Louise Try 07918 925699 louise@theplaceinsettle.org.uk
St John’s Methodist Church Settle
Church Street, Settle BD24 9JH
Opening Times
Wednesday 10.30am - 12.00 noon
Thursday 2.00pm - 4.30pm
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Baby changing facilities, Car parking
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi, Charging facilities for phones & devices
Magazines / Newspapers, Children’s play equipment
Description
We offer a warm and welcoming space with refreshments available. On Wednesdays we have a coffee morning for a natter and a brew. On Thursdays we offer a film showing in our main church or a quiet space in our coffee lounge. Both days there is free wi-fi and power available.
There is a bus stop nearby.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Rev Tim Broughton 01729 822554 Tim.Broughton@Methodist.org.uk
St Mary & St Michael Catholic Church Settle - from 6th January 2023
Tillman Close, Settle, BD24 9RA
Opening Times
Friday 2.30pm – 4.00pm from 6th January until end of March.
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Car parking
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi Charging facilities for phones and other devices, Desk space for working or studying
Magazines / Newspapers Library corner/ Book borrowing/swap
Boardgames / Jigsaws, Outdoor space / activities
Description
Tea & Coffee, cake, papers, knit and natter, puzzles etc.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Father Francis Smith 01729 822525 Office.ssmarymichael@dioceseofleeds.org.uk
Small meeting room at Settle Quaker Meeting House, Kirkgate, Settle, BD24 9DX
Opening Times
Mondays and Thursdays 10.30am-1.30am
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Car parking (in paid car park)
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi, Charging facilities for phones & devices
Boardgames / Jigsaws Outdoor space / activities
Description
Public Living Rooms are safe, welcoming spaces where people can meet for a cup of tea, some food, do a jigsaw, help bake cakes, play cards or dominos or just sit in a corner and read the paper. There is also the option to visit or help on our allotment at Cammock Lane.
These Public Living Room events happen all year round and not just over the winter.
Some staff have done Energy Ambassador training and we can also signpost to other support if available.
Hot meals or soups always available. Donations are accepted by cash or card but there is no pressure to contribute if people cannot afford to.
The Quaker Meeting House is a short walk from the market square and the train station and Ashfield Pay and display car park is right next to the venue.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Jo Rhodes 07977 040329 hub@settlecommunityandbusinesshub.org.uk
Settle Community and Business Hub
Unit 1 Commercial Courtyard, Settle, BD24 9RH
Opening Times
Wednesdays 10.00am-12.00noon
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Car parking
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi, Charging facilities for phones and other devices
Library corner/ Book borrowing/swap
Description
Informal Knit (or sew) and Natter group.
People can bring their own project or can make fabric bags, hats or scarves that we give out to people via our community fridge. Plenty of knitting needles, wool, fabric and 2 sewing machines available to use.
Some staff have done Energy Ambassador training and we can signpost to other support if available.
Settle Community Fridge is right next door so can open that up if needed.
Our office is a short walk from the market square and the train station.
Ashfield Pay and display car park is right next to the venue.
Donations accepted by cash or card but no pressure to contribute if people cannot afford to.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Jo Rhodes, 07977 040329 hub@settlecommunityandbusinesshub.org.uk
30 Lower Greenfoot, Settle BD24 9FH
Opening Times
Monday to Friday 9.00am – 4.00pm
Sunday 10.00am – 2.00pm
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Baby changing facilities Car parking
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi, Television
Description
Limestone View Extra Care, run by Housing 21 is a safe place with communal areas which are a welcoming space for people to enjoy each other’s company. We have a Café onsite which sells a variety of food and beverages at affordable prices. Also onsite is Settle’s Library (please check opening times).
Venue is accessible by public transport.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact Jane Beresford 0370 192 4662 Jane.beresford@housing21.org.uk
Kirkgate, Settle, BD24 9BP (next to Booths supermarket)
Opening Times
Wednesdays 12.00noon - 4.00pm until the spring
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Car parking
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi, Charging facilities for phones & devices
Boardgames / Jigsaws, Desk space for working or studying
Television if a group want to watch DVDs
Description
We provide a genuine welcome to our Mess room facility.
Visitors are free to look around the station and help themselves to refreshments.
We are happy to show you around the Fire Engine and to talk about what we do.
We can offer fire safety advice and advice on fire safety products.
We can provide free Smoke alarm supply & fitting.
We can demonstrate water safety using a Water Flume (by prior appointment).
We are close to train and bus services.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Jeff Richardson NYFRS District Watch Manager 07401022040, Jeff.richardson@northyorksfire.gov.uk
Skipton
Craven Arts House Skipton -from January 2023
Craven Arts House, 55 Otley St, Skipton, BD23 1ET
Opening Times
Tuesday to Friday 11.00am – 4.00pm
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Car parking
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi, Charging facilities for phones & devices
Magazines / Newspapers, Library corner/ Book borrowing/swap.
Description
We will provide a warm welcoming room for the use of any member of the public who needs it in our newly opened Arts House. The cosy, accessible room is situated off the main entrance hall and will be open from 11.00am to 4.00pm Tuesday to Friday.
A hot drink and biscuits will be provided along with comfortable seating magazines and books.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Ann Rutherford info@cravenarts.co.uk
Holy Trinity Church, Skipton
1A Mill Bridge, Skipton, BD23 1NJ
Opening Times
Tuesday 10.00am -12.00noon
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Baby changing facilities
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi, Charging facilities for phones & devices
Desk space for working or studying, Boardgames / Jigsaws
Children’s play equipment
Description
On Tuesday morning we will open our café area as warm welcome place providing a hot drinks free of charge, free wifi and games and puzzles for children.
Skipton bus and train stations are both within 10 minutes’ walking distance
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Charles Dobson 01756 793626, 07415 477100 charles_snaygill@yahoo.co.uk
Morrisons Supermarket Skipton
Broughton Rd, Skipton BD23 1FL
Opening Times
Monday to Saturday 7.00am - 6.00pm
Sundays 9.30am - 4.00pm
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Baby changing facilities, Car parking
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi, Charging facilities for phones & devices,
Magazines / Newspapers, Library corner/ Book borrowing/swap
Description
A comfortable, light spacious cafe area with tables and chairs plus some charging points.
There are community advice groups that use the cafe space, e.g. Positive Strength which is a social enterprise that supports older people in Airedale Wharfedale and Craven. Another group that will be starting in the New Year is Mind in Bradford who will be running 'Tea and Talk' sessions once a month.
Free of charge for the space and facilities, and customers can buy their own refreshments.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Clare Reed, James Lever or Shabana Waterhouse 01756 796070 or 07811 716758
champion.skipton@morrisonsplc.co.uk
Skipton Community Wellbeing Cafe
St Andrew’s Hall, Newmarket Street, Skipton BD23 2JE
Opening Times
Thursdays between 1.00pm and 3.30pm
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Car parking (limited)
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi (limited capacity), Charging facilities for phones & devices
Library corner/ Book borrowing/swap Boardgames / Jigsaws
Description
A friendly community café with board games, art and craft activities, free tea/coffee and (occasionally) bread, fresh fruit and veg etc.
Drinks are free of charge but we do have a donations bowl. Hot food is heavily discounted (soup 50p or toasties £1) but with discretion to be given free.
We signpost to other organisations and have information and advice leaflets from local organisations available.
We are a 5 minute walk from Skipton Bus Station
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Peter Smith 07740 530192 Peterrsmith84@gmail.com
Skipton Library and Customer Services Centre
High Street, Skipton BD23 1JX
Opening Times
Monday, 9.30am to 7pm
Wednesday, 9.30am to 7pm
Thursday, 9.30am to 7pm
Friday, 9.30am to 5pm
Saturday, 9.30am to 1.30pm
Facilities
Accessible entrance, toilet
Free wi-fi, Free use of computers, Charging facilities for phones & devices
Desk space for working or studying
Magazines / Newspapers, Library corner/ Book borrowing/swap
Boardgames / Jigsaws, Children’s play equipment
Description
All North Yorkshire libraries, whether community or council run, provide a warm and friendly space. People are always welcome to visit to read books, magazines or newspapers, meet with friends, join in our various activities and groups, and access our PCs and free Wi-Fi.
You can borrow a range of books for all ages in a variety of formats, including large print and audio. DVDs and foreign language titles are also available for loan, as well as micro:bits. You can request any item that is not immediately available.
Other facilities at the library include :-
Help and support using IT, Photocopying, printing and scanning, Local studies, Family history help, Free online access to Ancestry.com, Find My Past, and other digital resources, Parenting collection, Wellbeing Bags, Self-Care Toolkits, Creative writing group, Knit and natter, Reading groups, Storytime, Rhymetime, Stay & play, Games Club, Buzzy Bee reading scheme for under-5s, Volunteering.
We provide information on all council services, as well as signposting to other organisations for further advice and guidance.
There is a bus stop directly outside the library and the main bus and train stations are each about a ten-minute walk away.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Helenne Jordan, Philippa Abbott or Catherine Barlow 01609 534548 skipton.library@northyorks.gov.uk
Trinity Methodist Church Skipton
Westmorland Street, Skipton BD23 2EA
Opening Times
Friday 12.30pm to 3.30pm
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet, Baby changing facilities
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Free wi-fi, Charging facilities for phones & devices
Boardgames / Jigsaws, Children’s play equipment
Description
A simple soup lunch, tea and coffee, games conversion warmth, charging points, free wifi. There is no charge , donations may be made but there will be no pressure to do so.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Joel Howard-Birt 077101 67855 joelattrinity@gmail.com
Soroptimist Rooms, 28 Otley Street, Skipton BD23 1EW
Opening Times
Thursday 10.15am - 2.00pm (excluding 2nd Thursday of the Month)
Friday 5.00pm - 10.00pm
Saturday 2.00pm - 5.00pm (Closed Saturday 24th & 31st December)
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet
Hot drinks, cordial and biscuits
Boardgames / Jigsaws, Outdoor space / activities
Description
Thursday (excluding 2nd Thursday of the Month) is our nurturing Growth Project which offers a range of activities linked to mindfulness and refreshment. The normal activity list is 10.15am to 11am Walk and talk, 11.00 to 12noon Crafty cuppa
12.15pm to 12.45pm Mindfulness, 1pm to 2pm Yoga
On the 2nd Thursday of each month, we meet at Aireville Park at 10.30am and have a nice walk then head to Morrisons for 11.15am for a chat & cuppa.
Friday & Saturday is our Step into Action Hub & Café this project offers a warm place, listening ear, crafting and art and a range of different activities including health check; Art for mindfulness; healthy eating; awareness sessions including staying warm & well; Carbon Monoxide and the dangers; movement for health; Mindfulness, etc. All the activities are a choice and visitors can use a quiet space or sit and chat with one of our volunteers, if they do not want to take part. We offer light refreshments including snacks and drinks. We also often get donations from the food bank & M&S on a Friday night for visitors to take home with them.
We can signposting to other services and our Digital Ambassadors can help with setting up laptops and digital devices.
We ask for a donation/pay what you feel at the projects to cover the cost of instructors. If a visitor can’t afford to contribute, this will not be a problem.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact Claire Cadman (Thursday sessions) or Pete Ashton (Friday & Saturday sessions) 01756 802 098 support@ssia.org.uk
High Street, Skipton BD23 1AH
Opening Times
Monday to Saturday 9:30am to 4:30pm
Facilities
Accessible entrance, Accessible toilet
Free wi-fi Charging facilities for phones & devices
Baby changing facilities Children’s play equipment
Description
Skipton Town Hall is the home of Craven Museum and Exhibition Gallery, the grand Concert Hall and the district’s Visitor Information Centre. Visitors will be able to look around our Museum, Gallery and Shop area and taken a seat in our newly refurbished atrium.
We regularly have free museum object handling sessions and have an array of free workshops and craft sessions in the school holidays for families. We provide Tourist Information for the local area and are also able to offer additional information about items in our museum collection.
There is a bus stop directly opposite the Town Hall and the main bus and train stations are each about a ten-minute walk away.
Visitors are welcome to use our space free of charge but we do rely on donations to keep the museum free so any donations would be welcomed.
If you have a question about this Warm Welcome Place please contact
Joel Hendry-Brogan 01756 706397 townhall@cravendc.gov.uk