Events Page
Our events programme is created with unpaid carers at its heart, offering opportunities to connect, learn and take time for yourself. We also host a number of events that are open to the community, for individuals who are ready to independently connect and access provision within their community. Each event listing clearly explains who the event is open to, so we kindly ask that you check the event details before attending to ensure it is right for you. If an event needs booking, it will be stated in the listing.
Scarborough, Whitby & Ryedale
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Are you a carer who would like to:
• Meet like-minded carers?
• Share experiences and learn from each other?
• Gain valuable information for your caring role?
• Find time for yourself and make new friends?🗓️ 2nd Thursday of each month
🕘 11am to 12.30pm
📍 St Marks Church Hall, Coldyhill Ln, Scarborough, YO12 6SD
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Are you a carer who would like to:
• Meet like-minded carers?
• Share experiences and learn from each other?
• Gain valuable information for your caring role?
• Find time for yourself and make new friends?🗓️ First Friday of the Month
🕘 10am - 12.00pm
📍 Pickering Methodist Church
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**This group will not run in August 2026. We will be back on 3rd September**
Join us for an afternoon of socialising, reminiscence, singing, talks. Jigsaws and books available to borrow. It’s a lovely opportunity to relax, share memories, and enjoy activities that spark conversation and laughter.
Open to anyone 18+ whether you are an unpaid carer (you can bring your cared for) or just want some company and to meet new people.
You’ll find a friendly, welcoming group where everyone is included, supported, and encouraged to join in at their own pace.
In partnership with Flash Community Arts. Stay Healthy, Independent and Connected
🗓️ Fortnightly on a Thursday
(as of 10th September 2026)🕘 1.00pm - 3.00pm
📍 Kirkham Close Community Centre, Whitby, YO21 1JR
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Care for a Cuppa - Wednesday 09th September
All Sessions held at Kirkbymoorside Community Hub YO62 6AG, 9.00am to 11.00am
Awaiting further new dates for Autumn 2026
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Join us for a Friday morning cuppa and a chat at The Street!
The group is open to anyone 18+ who wants to come for a chat, needs support, or wants to find out what’s available locally. There will be an opportunity to discover some of the free services available to local residents or simply make new friends.
Stay Healthy, Independent and Connected
🗓️ Every Friday
🕘 10.30am to 12.00pm
📍 The Street, CaVCA, Scarborough, YO12 7PW
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Join us for a cuppa and a chat in Pickering!
The group is open to anyone 18+ who wants to come for a chat or wants to find out what’s available locally. There will be an opportunity to discover some of the free services available to local residents or play dominoes or simply make new friends!
Stay Healthy, Independent and Connected
🗓️ 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the Month
🕘 10.00am to 12.00pm
📍 Ings Garth Community Centre, Pickering, YO18 8SY
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**This group will not run in August 2026. We will be back on 3rd September**
Join us for a morning or afternoon session of socialising over a cuppa with games, craft, gardening available if you wish. Jigsaws and books to borrow. It’s a relaxed and welcoming space where you can take part in as much or as little as you like, with something for everyone to enjoy at their own pace.
Open to anyone 18+ whether you are an unpaid carer (you can bring your cared for) or just want some company. You’ll be met with a warm smile and friendly faces, making it the perfect place to meet new people or catch up with old friends.
Stay Healthy, Independent and Connected
🗓️ Fortnightly on a Thursday
(as of 3rd September 2026)🕘 10.00am – 11.30am & 1.00pm - 2.30pm
📍 Kirkham Close Community Centre, Whitby, YO21 1JR
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This group is run by Caring Together North Yorkshire and supported by Carers Plus Yorkshire.
Are you an unpaid carer that is experiencing loss of identity, friendships, free time, job, confidence?
Join Sam from Mind and Louise from Carers Plus Yorkshire for some friendly support navigating your caring role and the losses you may be experiencing.
🗓️ 25th August
🕘 1.30pm - 3pm
📍 Kirkham Close Community Centre, Whitby, YO21 1JR
For more info contact Caring Together North Yorkshire:
E: enquiries@caringtogethernorthyorks.org.uk
T: 07455 706501
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Put your best foot forward and join us at our wellbeing walking group! Pop along for a gentle ‘Walk & Talk’ with our Walk Leaders. After the group walk there might even be a chance for a cuppa & cake!
Please wear suitable footwear and clothing. Bring water and a snack if you need them. Stay Healthy, Independent and Connected
From 21 July to 1 September, the group will meet at the OAT Kiosk before walking to either the Freddie statue or Sea Life Centre.
📍08/09 – Meet at OAT kiosk to Beach Huts/Sealife - YO12 6PF
📍15/09 - Clock Tower, Esplanade - YO11 2XB
📍22/09 - Peasholm Park, Meet at Buttercup Kiosk
📍29/09 - The Mere Fishing Lakes - YO11 2YN
📍06/10 - Scarborough Lifeboat House - YO11 1PB
📍13/10 - Meet at OAT Kiosk, walk to Freddie Statue - YO12 6PF
We will meet 10.15am to begin walking at 10.30am
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Are you caring for a family member, friend or relative?
• Do you feel you need a listening ear?
• Do you need advice but want to speak to someone face to face?Come along and speak with one of our Carer Advisers and have a supportive chat over a brew and biscuit.
Meet with other carers and have some time for yourself in a friendly, welcoming space.
🗓️ Second Monday of the Month
🕘 1.00pm - 3.00pm
📍 AHH Studio Collective, Community House, Malton, YO17 7BN
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Awaiting new dates for Autumn 2026
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Thursday 25th June – Parkinson’s UK. A session delivered by Parkinson’s Support Group, Scarborough.
Thursday 23rd July - Scarborough Fair Museum. A Day Out to Discover... Memories Old and New! **Fully Booked**
Thursday 27th August - Facts About Fraud & Keeping Safe. A session delivered by Scarborough Neighbourhood Policing Team.
Thursday 24th September – Home Fire Safety. How safe is YOUR home? A session delivered by Community Safety Office, Scarborough Fire Station.
Thursday 22nd October – ‘Our Library’ Do you know what your local library offers? A Session delivered by Newby and Scalby Library.
🕘 11am to 12.30pm
📍 St Marks Church Hall, Coldyhill Ln, Scarborough, YO12 6SD
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This group is run by Caring Together North Yorkshire and supported by Carers Plus Yorkshire.
Are you a carer who would like to:
• Meet like-minded carers?
• Share experiences and learn from each other?
• Gain valuable information for your caring role?
• Find time for yourself and make new friends?🗓️ Fourth Tuesday of the Month
🕘 1.30pm - 3pm
📍 Kirkham Close Community Centre, Whitby, YO21 1JR
For more info contact Caring Together North Yorkshire:
E: enquiries@caringtogethernorthyorks.org.uk
T: 07455 706501
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Awaiting new dates for Autumn 2026
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Are you looking after someone due to their ill health? Does yourself or the person have any connections to the armed forces? From the 7th October we are running a series of free weekly sessions for unpaid adult carers. Sessions are intended for you to have some time out of your caring role & focus on yourself. Attend one or all sessions. Places are FREE but limited. All sessions 1.15pm Arrival & Refreshments. 1.30pm-3.30pm Session.
📍Wednesday 07th October – Caring & Resources - Filey Masonic Lodge, YO14 9JA
A session about Carers Assessments. An overview on eligibility including finance, benefits & concessions. Also, future planning including Wills, Power of Attorney with a Specialist.
📍Thursday 15th October – Caring, Coping & Life - Scarborough Masonic Lodge, YO11 2ES
Come and meet Zoe from The Self Love Club with input focusing around taking back control, boundaries, and bringing balance to the every day. Practical tips on self-care, saying no and building resilience.
📍Wednesday 21st October – Carers Health and Wellbeing - Scarborough Masonic Lodge, YO11 2ES
Come and meet Jenna who is a movement Therapist and will be demonstrating how easy you can incorporate movement to improve your wellbeing. Looking after your own health, diet, physical and mental wellbeing.
📍Wednesday 28th October – Caring & Life - Filey Masonic Lodge, YO14 9JA
The physical impact of caring, coping with falls, and basic first aid skills. Recognise your own skills, knowledge and experience with other carers. Manual handling skills/supportive equip. Come and meet Steve from Peak Security Services.
📍Wednesday 04th November – Inspiration & Creativity - Scarborough Masonic Lodge, YO11 2ES
An artist led session with Monet Magic. Time to enjoy an activity and experience something completely different. Reflection on boundaries and making time for yourself. 10 Spaces only
📍Wednesday 11th November – Care to Socialise - Filey Masonic Lodge, YO14 9JA
A special day out to spend time together at the Lifeboat Station in Filey with fish & chips afterwards!
***BOOK HERE***
Bridlington
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Are you a carer who would like to:
• Meet like-minded carers?
• Share experiences and learn from each other?
• Gain valuable information for your caring role?
• Find time for yourself and make new friends?🗓️ Second Wednesday of the Month
🕘 1.30pm - 3.30pm
📍 Crown Buildings, Bridlington, YO16 4LY
**NO GROUP 08/04 DUE TO TRAINING**
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Would you like to attend a regular group for unpaid Carers in Bridlington? Join us at the Crown Buildings.
Each meeting will have a different theme focussing on health and wellbeing. There will be opportunities to chat with other like-minded Carers, share lived experiences and have some respite from your caring role.
Free refreshments available at each session!
🗓️ Last Friday of the Month
🕘 1.30pm to 3.30pm
📍 Crown Buildings, Bridlington, YO16 4LY
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📆 Tues 09th Jun - Caring, Coping & Boundaries - Life Coach session with Zoe Smith from Your Vitality
📆 Tues 23rd Jun - Health and Wellbeing - Healthier Futures & Xyla with Michelle & Charlotte
📆 Tues 07th Jul - Caring, Life & Resilience - Further Life Coach session with Zoe Smith from Your Vitality
📆 Tues 21st Jul - Caring Day to Day - Basic First Aid with Steve from Peak Security
📆 Tues 04th Aug - Self Reflection & Inspiration - Vision Board session held by our very own Wendy and Kerrie
📆 Tues 18th Aug - Caring for the Future - Info session with Pickney Grunwells on wills, POA, Low-income advice
📆 Tues 01st Sept - Carers Social - Time to get together and enjoy a special Afternoon Tea
🕘 1.00pm to 3.00pm
📍 Crown Buildings, Bridlington, YO16 4LY
BOOK HERE - INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS MUST BE BOOKED
Attend one or all sessions and meet other unpaid carers.
Hambleton & Richmondshire
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Are you a carer who would like to:
• Meet like-minded carers?
• Share experiences and learn from each other?
• Gain valuable information for your caring role?
• Find time for yourself and make new friends?Come along and join Carers Plus Yorkshire, Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust and MIND at our welcoming and supportive group.
It is a place where you can have some time for yourself, discover new interests and make new friends. Enjoy a chat and a cuppa in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
🗓️ Fourth Wednesday of every Month
🕘 1.00pm - 3.00pm
📍 Colburn Community Hub, 54 Colburn Lane, Catterick Garrison, DL9 4LZ
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Do you care for someone who experiences Memory loss?
Carers Plus Yorkshire and Stokesley Community Care Association would like to invite you to this monthly drop-in session to find out about the support we can offer unpaid carers.
There will be the opportunity for a chat with one of our advisers as well as the chance to speak to other like-minded Carers and share lived experiences.
Tea, coffee and a light buffet will be provided alongside friendly and informative conversation.
🗓️ Second Friday of every Month
🕘 10.00am - 12.00pm
📍 Stokesley Community Care Association, Town Close, TS9 5DH
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Attention! NAAFI break time for our Armed Forces Community.
Whether you are a Regular, Reserve, Veteran, Forces family or have a Connection to the military – all are welcome!
There will be opportunities to play darts, dominos, board games and much more planned!
Exchange banter and reminisce with others from our Armed Forces Community.
🗓️ First Monday of the Month
🕘 10.00am - 12.00pm
📍 Northallerton Town Cricket Club
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Are you a carer who would like to:
• Meet like-minded carers?
• Share experiences and learn from each other?
• Gain valuable information for your caring role?
• Find time for yourself and make new friends?🗓️ First Thursday of every Month
🕘 10.00am - 12.00pm
📍 Leyburn Arts & Community Centre, DL8 5DL
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Come along and join Carers Plus Yorkshire and Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust at our welcoming and supportive group. A place where you can have some time for yourself, discover new interests and make new friends. Enjoy a chat and cuppa in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
🗓️ Third Thursday of every Month
🕘 5.00pm - 7.00pm
📍 Up Front, Hambleton Community Action, 159-160 High Street, Northallerton, DL7 8JZ
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Join us at Evolution Business Centre for a CAMHS talk and workshop. Join Chris Klays, Patient Carers Engagement and Participation Lead, for a CAMHS talk followed by a workshop exploring carers’ and parents’ experiences of CAMHS and how these could help shape future service development. Please note that specific cases cannot be discussed. Booking is essential as places are limited.
🗓️ Tuesday 20th October
🕙 10am - 11.30am
📍Evolution Business Centre, Darlington Road, Northallerton, DL6 2NQ
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Are you a carer who would like to:
• Meet like-minded carers?
• Share experiences and learn from each other?
• Gain valuable information for your caring role?
• Find time for yourself and make new friends?🗓️ Second Monday of every Month
🕘 10.00am - 11.30am
📍 Romanby Golf Club (in the lounge)
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The Parent Carer Support Group offers a safe social outlet for parents, providing a place to share lived experiences, access peer support, find and discover coping strategies and gain friendships with like-minded parents in similar situations.
There will also be opportunities to request guest speakers and have your voice heard!
🗓️ First Monday of the Month
🕘 10.00am - 12.00pm
📍 Northallerton Library
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Do you care for someone with memory loss? Are you looking for support for you and the person you care for?
Carers Plus Yorkshire would like to invite you to a monthly support group at the Scout Hut, Easingwold. The group will provide an opportunity to discover new interests, make new friends and take time for yourself. Come and meet other like minded carers and share lived experiences over a cup of tea and a piece of cake!
The person you care for is welcomed to the friendly, supportive and engaging Easingwold Club Hub. Priced at £45 for the day, sessions are designed to promote wellbeing, independence and enjoyment in a caring and inclusive space for those living with dementia.
🗓️ First Friday of every Month
🕘 10.15am - 11.30am
📍 Scout Hut, Chase Garth Road, Easingwold, YO61 3GG
Hub Club: E: info@edcca.org.uk | T: 01347 822875
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Are you an unpaid carer supporting a serving member of the Armed Forces, a veteran, or someone connected to military life? You’re not alone. Our dedicated support group offers a safe, welcoming space where carers can share experiences, access information and connect with others who understand the unique challenges of military-related caring roles.
Whether you're providing emotional support, practical help, or long-term care, we’re here to walk alongside you. Join us for friendly conversation and peer support.
🗓️ Third Wednesday of the Month
🕘 10.00am -11.30am
📍 Booth Hall, 32 High St, Catterick, Richmond, DL10 7LL
What People Say About Our Events
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Caring with Confidence
“Variety of ideas from others. Don’t feel so alone – there are other people who are in the same position which makes me feel so much better”
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Care for a Cuppa
“STAFF was very supportive to my wife and myself. I was very unsure about attending the first meeting but was so pleased I did. CPY provides an excellent service to anyone in a caring role”
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Caring with Confidence
“I am more planned and organised for the day ahead, so then it takes the pressure off us both in different ways. I am also currently trying to find further group courses to continue mixing”
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Parent Carer Support Group
“Very supportive group. I’ve had amazing 1:1 (support) with STAFF and continue to gain support from her and the group. I don’t know where I’d be with out the support.”
