Community Support London

Chronic pain support group

We meet up, drink far too many teas and coffees and talk about our own experiences of living with chronic pain and injury. We share coping mechanisms, funny stories and do our best to support one another. We are not medically trained and do not offer medical advice, we simply share how we have tried to deal with our own issues. We come from all walks of life and do not turn anyone away nor do we ask someone to share if they don’t want to, we just want to offer a bit of help to those who are in pain.

Creative Wellness Cycling Club (Members only)

Weekly cycling club open to members of that club only. Membership enquiries to creativewellnesswon@outlook.com

July 2026 Support Group - LGBTQI+ People & Parents from Religious Families

Ocd & Intrusive Thoughts Support Group

This group is for individuals aged 18-40 who struggle with OCD and intrusive thoughts. The aim of the group is to provide a confidential and non-judgemental space for people to share their experiences with OCD, and to share information about OCD treatment (particularly if this is something that is not accessible to you) as well as support each other on our recovery journey! A formal diagnosis is not required. The meet up will have this general structure: 1. Introductions and catching up on how the last two weeks have been 2. Group discussion - either on a pre-planned question or a topic of choice by the group members Soft drinks will be provided. **Group rules** * Please arrive on time! * Confidentiality - what is said in the group is not spoken about outside the group * No talking over others * Please only click attending if you are definitely planning on attending so that we have an idea of numbers - MUST have a ticket to come (new space rules) The group will take place at Hope in the community located on the first floor of the Gordon Hospital. Closest station Pimlico on the Victoria line. Bloomburg St, London SW1V 2RH

QTIPOC Picnic (for LGBTQ+ People of Colour + allied guests)

Are you LGBTQIA+ and a **Person of Colour?** Do you want to meet others of similar backgrounds, in a relaxed and welcoming space? Look no further! **Respectful allies are welcome as *guests*** on this occasion, on the understanding that this event is a Safe Space for QTIPOC. **We acknowledge there is no UK Black Pride this year, where allies would ordinarily be welcome.** We recognise that some attendees may be in interracial relationships and may wish to invite their partner/s. **For clarity, allies must be attending with a Person of Colour.** Join Aaron for a friendly, picnic ***(or should that be "POC-nic!")*** in **Canbury Gardens!** No agenda - just food, fun and friends! Some refreshments will be provided, however bringing your own food/drinks are also strongly encouraged. Whether that's home-cooked delicacies, baked goods or something from the shops, it's the thought that counts! Perhaps there's a National Dish you'd like to share from your culture or you're known for your delicious fairy cakes! We ask that any homemade items are clearly labelled with ingredients in case of any allergens. We shall meet at/by the **Bandstand at 1pm,** which will hopefully provide the right level of light and shade. The Bandstand has sloped access and is also near food, benches and the toilets (located inside The Boaters Inn pub). Remember to bring sun cream /water/something to sit on like a picnic blanket. Feel free to bring any games/ music/ instruments/ a sports ball - anything that'll enhance the vibes! In case of rain, we may take shelter in the Boaters Inn. **Respectful allies are welcome** **as *guests* on this occasion,** on the understanding that this event is a Safe Space for QTIPOC. **We acknowledge there is no UK Black Pride this year, where allies would ordinarily be welcome.** We recognise that some attendees may be in interracial relationships and may wish to invite their partner/s. **For clarity, allies must be attending with a Person of Colour.** After the successful turnout at UK Black Pride, it has come to our attention that there is still demand for specific QTIPOC *(Queer, Trans and Intersex People of Colour)* spaces. It can be hard to find people of shared experiences across intersections, so we're trialling this space with that in mind. If you have any ideas for what you would like to see for local QTIPOC, we will be more than happy to hear your suggestions. At each event, we discuss venues for upcoming socials, so please bring suggestions for us to vote on. **Nervous about not knowing anyone?** Try not to be! You will soon be smiling and feeling more connected to community. We do exist!

Private Substance Misuse Support Group

This group is a private substance misuse support group, for individuals who are experiencing difficulties in their relationship with drugs/alcohol. The group is facilitated by a trained and qualified Janus worker. This group is designed to offer support, encouragement and to provide a forum, that allows you to make informed choices. The objective of this group is to liberate you from the labels of addiction, dependency, illness sickness and "disease", replacing them with the more proactive terminology of choice, responsibility, self control and decision making. Janus does not use the 12 step model. It uses the Janus approach to working with substance use called "The Resonance Factor" http://bit.ly/Resonance_blog Hopefully you will find these groups informative, innovative and creative. Before entering this group could you contact CHRISTOPHER ROBIN on 07515663621 to discuss the finer details regarding payment and room number in the venue etc.

Dads in the City - Listen and Be Heard

This is a monthly group for fathers — a space to listen and be heard. While fatherhood is something we all share, the group is not limited to talking about our children — it’s a space to talk about whatever is on your mind, with the understanding that we are all experiencing life through the lens of being a father. \-\-\-\-\- **When:** 7pm–9pm · Usually the last Monday of each month **Where:** 10-mins walk from Old Street or Barbican stations. Full address to be shared to attendees via WhatsApp **Price:** First session free · £25/month thereafter \-\-\-\-\- **What to expect** * No need to bring anything — come as you are * A non-judgemental space — you're free to speak openly, with no pressure to share anything you’re not comfortable sharing * Small group of 7 dads (including me, Mem, your facilitator) to keep the space comfortable and focused \-\-\-\-\- Attendance is dependent on reading and agreeing to the [Ground Rules](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1K_jGrvkGZ0_8xnrd4yZ7lw4YlX0DlXL9). This is an ongoing monthly group, and new members are welcomed when space allows. With more interest, another date will be added to allow more dads to take part. If you're interested, and in order to confirm your place, please message Mem via WhatsApp on 07707 507 957 to arrange a quick call. \-\-\-\-\- *This event is advertised across multiple platforms, and so attendance displayed on Meetup does not reflect number of attendees confirmed*

Midweek dinner out

London Society WALK - Holland Park

Have you ever wanted to be immersed within either the city or nature in the form of a walk and socialise at the same time? If so, this may be the right walk for you. Welcome to another one of the WALK events where you have the opportunity to explore all the scenic routes I’ll execute whether there’s nature within, whether we get immersed within the city and feel great about yourself.

With this particular walk, we will be walking through the entirety of Holland Park. What was once rural Kensington has become a beautiful local landmark which has not only survived WW2 but also offers the beautiful elements of nature including a Kyoto Garden. After this walk, we may do an aftermath within the area. We’ll let democracy decide. My fellow explorers, if you enjoyed the event, I’m more than happy to accept any donations which of course are optional but will go a long way to help me unlock and deliver even more exciting and engaging events and resources: https://www.paypal.me/calvinjoy

Starting point: Holland Park
Ending point: Holland Park station
Walking length: 2 miles
Duration: 1 hour +
Required clothing: Smart casual, comfortable shoes and a jacket in case it gets cold
Departure: 20 minutes after the meeting time.

WHAT - Walk through Holland Park
WHERE - Holland Park
WHEN - 6:30pm - 9pm
MEETING POINT - Outside Holland Park Station
NEAREST STATION - Holland Park Station
REQUIREMENTS - Just your good behaviour is all and whatever is listed above for the walk. Disclaimers: Please be on your best behaviour and respect one another. This group doesn’t tolerate any misbehaviour and misconduct. Should such a thing take place, you will be removed. If you ask a question that either already has the answer to it or doesn’t relate to the event at all, I won’t respond. Whenever an event takes place, I will cut off contact 20 minutes after the event commences. If you message even 1 minute after the cut off time, I won’t be available as I’m conducting the event. There will be photography and videography by myself so if you are photo conscious and/or do not want to be in the video, do kindly inform me and I’ll try my utmost best to not involve you in the picture. Let’s all be responsible but please be aware you come at your own risk. Do be mindful of your possessions, belongings and most importantly, your safety. The ‘London society of explorers’ accept no risk of liability at this event.

LGBTQ+ Pub Social

🌈✨ Kingston LGBTQ+ Forum Monthly Social ✨🌈 📍 **WeBrew Kingston**



5 Ram Passage, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 1HH Looking for great company, friendly faces, and a chance to unwind at the end of the month? Come and join us for our monthly **LGBTQ+ Social** at *WeBrew Kingston*! Whether you're a long-time member of the community, new to Kingston, questioning, an ally, or just looking to meet wonderful people, you'll find a warm welcome waiting for you. 💖 🍻 **Expect**\*:\* A relaxed and inclusive atmosphere Plenty of laughs and conversation Summer drinks and good vibes The perfect excuse to celebrate payday (or survive until it!) 🌈 Coming on your own? No problem! Many people do. When you arrive, look out for Chris and Lisa, your hosts for the evening. They'll be happy to welcome you, introduce you to others, and help you feel right at home. So bring your authentic self, your best stories, and maybe a thirst for a cold drink. We can't wait to celebrate community, connection, and summer together. *Everyone is welcome. Everyone belongs.* 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ ✨ Come for the drinks. Stay for the community. ✨ 💜 ***Support Kingston LGBTQ+ Forum 💜*** Kingston LGBTQ+ Forum is run entirely by unpaid volunteers and made possible through the generosity of our local community. If you'd like to help us continue organising events and supporting LGBTQ+ people in Kingston, please consider making a donation. [please click here](https://www.kingstonlgbtforum.org.uk/donate).

Self-Discovery, Share, Discuss - Gay/Bi/Queer Men's Workshop and Peer Support

**The theme for this our next meeting is:** **OUR RELATIONSHIP TO HETEROSEXUAL MEN.** Welcome to our friendly and supportive Community. Where do we meet and really connect with other gay men in London? We do in Covent Garden. We are at the City Lit College in Room 113 (First floor) **Our discussion themes would always be advertised in advance.** We advertise the topic we’ll be discussing before each meeting, so that you know exactly what to expect before signing up for each particular meeting. Please see the list on our MeetUp profile for potential universal themes relevant to gay/bisexual men, to be covered in our sessions. Ideas are always welcome! *We offer workshops unlike most other gay/bisexual men's therapeutic discussion groups.* **A Speaker** We will at times provide a Speaker for our meetings kickstarting interesting and stimulating discussions. The Speaker can be an expert in their field such as for example an author, a therapist or a philosopher but we are welcoming any of our members to be a Speaker or a demonstrator of exercises such as massage, pilates or yoga. Or perhaps you would want to talk about your profession, if you feel it has relevance to our group. You would just have to contact Dan first for a discussion and planning. **Frequency of meetings / fee** In 2026 we’ll only have one meeting per month in person at the City Lit College in Covent Garden and one meeting online. If there is a demand for more in person meetings we’ll consider having more. We are happy to confirm that our entry prices won’t be raised and that in person meetings remain at £10. Online meetings will be FREE in January and February after which it will be £5 to attend. **Walks / museum visits** We will continue offering our occasional walking trips and also now include gay/bisexual themed history walks and visits to Museums. WHAT WE ARE: We are a group of supportive and insightful great men and we are looking forward to including you - this is what we do: CONNECTING - It is a place where you will be able to connect with other gay and bi-sexual men and where you can exchange your life experiences with them and your everyday feelings, no matter what those feelings may be - and also a place where you will be able to just be with others who live similar lives to you. EXPLORING SAFELY WITH SUPPORT - It is a place where you will experience support and growth and where you can feel safe enough to explore and reflect your feelings and life stories. Sharing is at the heart of the group but you share however much you are comfortable with - you're in charge. CREATIVE STATE REGISTERED THERAPY - It is a therapeutic discussion group which at times offers workshops and borrows elements from Creative Arts Psychotherapies. The group is based on the Creative Arts Psychotherapy/Dramatherapy and counselling work I provided ongoing for the charity Positive East in London. WHO IS IT FOR: This group is for men over 18 years old who either identifies as gay or bi-sexual or men who has sex with men - or feel emotionally connected to other men. SOCIAL OPPORTUNITY: We offer a social opportunity in the local pub after the meetings. New members are always welcome as as well as our much appreciated familiar faces! Address: City Lit, 1-10 Keeley St, London WC2B 4BA Time: 6:30 - 8:00 PM The social part: There is certainly an opportunity for social drinks after each meeting. Cost: £10.00 **PayPal:** **[https://www.paypal.me/wellnesssupport](https://www.paypal.me/wellnesssupport)** **Credit card:** \*\*card payment with SQUARE online: \*\* **[https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLG8ZV8FJJDYS/checkout/DK4VVAQGAV3LIM2K5V4JIX2Y](https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLG8ZV8FJJDYS/checkout/DK4VVAQGAV3LIM2K5V4JIX2Y)** WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU WHETHER YOU ARE A BRAND NEW TO THE GROUP OR A FAMILIAR FACE :) YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MADE TO FEEL WELCOME. Ask to join our WhatsApp group, after the workshop, if you liked and enjoyed your experience with us, for regular updates and social interactions. All the best, Dan

London Society HIKE - Stoke Newington to Hackney Wick

Have you ever wanted to partake in hikes where you get exposed to new areas with luscious forms of nature, some amazing views and possibly some hidden gems? If so, this may be the right event for you. Welcome to another Hiking event where all of this is possible. This is the opportunity to form friendships, discover a different perspective of London, improve your fitness, embrace nature but also feel great about yourself. With this particular Hike, we’ll be hiking from Stoke Newington to Hackney Wick. We’ll be traversing through Springfield Park, Hackney Marshes and along the River Lea but also make new discoveries too. This is also part of the capital ring which is a 78 mile pathway split into 15 hiking routes. This is section 13. If you want to be part of the journey, feel free to join us. My fellow explorers, if you enjoyed the event, I’m more than happy to accept any donations which of course are optional but will go a long way to help me unlock and deliver even more exciting and engaging events and resources: https://www.paypal.me/calvinjoy Starting point: Stoke Newington Station Ending point: Hackney Wick Station Walking length: 6.7km Duration: 2 hours at most Required clothing: Casual clothing, comfortable shoes and a jacket in case it gets cold
Departure: 20 minutes after the meeting time. WHAT - Hike WHERE - Stoke Newington to Hackney Wick WHEN - 2pm - 4:30pm MEETING POINT - Outside Stoke Newington Station NEAREST STATION - Stoke Newington Station REQUIREMENTS - Just your good behaviour is all and whatever is listed above for the walk. Disclaimers: Please be on your best behaviour and respect one another. This group doesn’t tolerate any misbehaviour and misconduct. Should such a thing take place, you will be removed. If you ask a question that either already has the answer to it or doesn’t relate to the event at all, I won’t respond. Whenever an event takes place, I will cut off contact 20 minutes after the event commences. If you message even 1 minute after the cut off time, I won’t be available as I’m conducting the event. There will be photography and videography by myself so if you are photo conscious and/or do not want to be in the video, do kindly inform me and I’ll try my utmost best to not involve you in the picture. Let’s all be responsible but please be aware you come at your own risk. Do be mindful of your possessions, belongings and most importantly, your safety. The ‘London society of explorers’ accept no risk of liability at this event.