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NEWS

We love to broadcast news about our members at Canterbury Umbrella. If you have something that you think we should publish, just contact: enquiries@canterburyumbrella.org or phone 01227 767660

Charity Gala Evening – 007 Style Dancing & Casino

Join us as we celebrate the 2nd annual fundraising ball and raise much needed funds for Canterbury Umbrella. £65 per ticket inclusive of: 3 course meal, Prosecco reception and casino vouchers. Venue: Cathedral Lodge, The Precincts, Canterbury CT1 2EH Time: 6pm – 11pm For further details and menu options please see the PDF below. Canterbury […]

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Crown Charitable Fund – Generous Donation

We are extremely grateful for the generous donation made by the Crown Charitable Fund. We are sincerely thankful for their support.

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We redistributed 1.09 tonnes of food and drink in 2023

We redistributed 1.09 tonnes of food and drink in 2023 via FareShare, the UK’s national network of charitable food redistributors. This is the equivalent of 9366 meals for people facing hardship. See their website for information on the valuable work they do and how you can get involved. https://fareshare.org.uk/  

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East Kent Freemasons’ Generous Donation Facilitates Construction of New Kitchen and Toilet Block

We are extremely grateful for the generous donation made by the East Kent Freemasons. Their support has enabled us to plan and construct a much-needed new kitchen and toilet block for the centre. We are thrilled and sincerely thankful for their contribution.

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Canterbury City Show

For Canterbury, By Canterbury Workshops – Food & Drink – Talks – Entertainment Created by Canterbury Residents Group and Canterbury Community Group, this is the birth of an annual Canterbury tradition, join in, you won’t regret it! canterburycityshow.co.uk See Canterbury City Show promotional video here #CCShow

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Talks about cervical health

Northgate medical practice giving talks about cervical health.

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The One You Kent – Hearing Checks

The One You Kent here to give health checks. Specsavers in for hearing checks

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The One You Kent – Health Checks

The One You Kent here to give health checks

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Thank you Waitrose for your donation

Canterbury Umbrella would like to say a big thank you to all at Community Matters at Canterbury Waitrose for their recent generous donation of £700 for which we are incredibly grateful.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE – New Membership Subscription

This is advance notice that the Centre will be introducing a new membership subscription as of Monday 6th October. This will allow the centre to continue to offer the great benefits that you currently enjoy, such as subsidised hot meals and beverages cooked by our lovely staff in our 5* kitchen, and have access to […]

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Social Food Pantry – Prices are changing

Please be aware that from 03/11/2022 we will be changing our prices on the Food Pantry bags: £2 for members and £4 for non members – please see here for details on becoming a member if you aren’t already. Many Thanks Canterbury Umbrella Team

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A Year in the Life of Umbrella 2021

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Social Health Cafe

Our 5* hygiene-rated cafe is open to everybody. It serves very reasonably priced hot meals and snacks cooked by Robert our chef. You can relax in our garden and we’re right next to Westgate Gardens It’s a great place to meet friends and even make some new ones Dogs are welcome Come and give us […]

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Peer led meditation

Meditation volunteer Rebekah is back in the Centre running Meditation every Wednesday from 10-30am till 12pm for 15 minute slots. This session is free to all members. It will be run by one of our fantastic and experienced volunteers Rebekah. It will enable you to relax and feel more able to cope with all the […]

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High Tea at Canterbury Umbrella

If you fancy a delicious High Tea of sandwiches and cakes prepared by Robert our top-level chef, just phone us on 01227767660 to book a table. Available for booking every Thursday afternoon. You won’t be disappointed…especially when it will only cost you £10 per person. Click on this link to find out what’s on offer […]

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Membership Drive

This month we are launching our drive to try and find some new members. If you know of someone who might benefit from coming to Canterbury Umbrella, why not suggest that they come and see what goes on there. You don’t have to sign up to be a member straight away but there are loads […]

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Creative Corner

There have been lots of requests from members to start some  ‘Creative Corner’ activities. This will run every Thursday from 13:00-14:30 and is proving very popular so far. Some excellent pieces have been made so far including drawings, paintings and decorations. Please join us and enjoy the sessions, make friends and have fun. NOTE: The […]

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Wellbeing Courses

Our wellbeing courses are back up and running. Please feel free to drop in and join the group which are now running every Thursday. Groups are informal but private, held upstairs in our Rotary room.

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Umbrella welcomes new members

If you follow us on Facebook you will see that there’s a lot happening at Canterbury Umbrella during the year. We are actively working to increase our membership and to show just how much Canterbury Umbrella can help people manage their mental health with support from other members and our staff. If you know of […]

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Art Group

Our Art Group with Diana takes place upstairs at the centre every Tuesday from 1-2:30pm. This is a very popular group, so if you would like to join them please book your place by phoning 01227 767660 or email enquiries@canterburyumbrella.org You don’t have to be an experienced artist or a budding Picasso. Just come and […]

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