Let's Talk: Rewarding Courses and Activities in Islington

Published on 29 October 2026 11:42 AM

Lets Talk - audience at the event

For Let's Talk in October we had a talk from Adult Skills Learning highlighting the range of free courses available to Islington residents who are eligible.

The Garden Classroom came to let us know about their community gardening programme and nature walks.

We also heard about the plans for the new London Museum due to open at the end of November 2026.

Adult Skills and Learning

Join a community of learners!

Islington Adult Learning and Skills offers free courses for eligible London residents aged 19+, prioritising Islington residents who are unemployed or earning under £28,860 annually. Courses include maths, digital skills, ESOL, dyslexia support, confidence building, creative activities, DIY and employment preparation.

Explore the course guide.

❤️ Watch the talk from the comfort of your own home!

❤️ Adult Learning Skills talk slides

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London Museum

A sneak preview into opening plans for the new site!

Discover the New London Museum at Smithfield!

Explore London Museum’s exciting new home at historic Smithfield Market, opening 28 November 2026. Discover thousands of years of London’s fascinating history through interactive exhibitions, remarkable artefacts and inspiring stories celebrating the people, cultures and events that have shaped our capital.

Visit the website: https://www.londonmuseum.org.uk/

What's On – Exhibitions and Events: https://www.londonmuseum.org.uk/whats-on/

Plan Your Visit and Book Free Admission: https://www.londonmuseum.org.uk/whats-on/smithfield-general-admission/

The Garden Classroom

Connect with Nature in Islington

Connect with nature, meet new people and improve your wellbeing through The Garden Classroom’s free community gardening sessions and guided nature walks. Learn gardening skills, explore local green spaces and enjoy relaxing outdoor activities in a friendly, welcoming environment.

Gardening Sessions: https://www.thegardenclassroom.org.uk/community/

Nature and Wellbeing Walks: https://www.thegardenclassroom.org.uk/community/wellbeing-walks/

Website: https://www.thegardenclassroom.org.uk/

❤️ The Garden Classroom talk slides

See the The Garden Classroom slides

Finding a way forward

If you're not sure where to start, or would like to talk through your situation, Age UK Islington is here to help.

Age UK Islington

Helpline: 020 7281 6018, Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm

Email: gethelp@ageukislington.org.uk

Website: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/islington/