Get Togethers & Events

Find a social group or develop a new interest, with Age UK Islington’s regular in-person Get Togethers taking place across the borough. There are also special one-off events every month and online Get Togethers for those people who prefer to join from home and Support Groups. See below. Contact our helpline if you need support to find the best activity for you or to work out how to get there.

Pickleball Get Together

Mondays 10am - 12pm

Islington Tennis Centre, Market Rd, N7 9PL

Run by GLL (£2.70 debit or credit card at venue) take part in this social game (50yrs+). All abilities are welcome. Tea and coffee.
Dance Fitness Get Together

Tuesdays 3 - 4pm

Jean Stokes Community Centre, Coatbridge House, Carnoustie Dr, London N1 0DX

Try a Dance Fitness class with a mix of latin, disco and pop music run by Healthy Generations. It includes strength, balance and functional exercises. Take part seated or standing.
Better Multi-Sports Get Togethers

Tuesdays & Thursdays (Sobell) 10.30am-1pm, Wednesdays (Finsbury) 10.30am - 12.30pm, adults 50 yrs+

Sobell & Finsbury Better Leisure Centres

Run by GLL (£2.70 debit or credit card at venue), try this relaxed social with the opportunity to play sports e.g. bowls, table tennis, dominoes and have a cuppa! See other Senior Activities too.

In-person Get Togethers

Park Cuppa Get Together

Wednesdays 11am - 12 noon

Cally Clock Tower Centre, N7

Have a chat and share memories at our weekly social Park Cuppa sessions. Special editions on second and last Wednesdays of the month.
Lego Get Together

Thursdays 12.30 - 3.30pm

The Toy Project, Archway, N7

Join us for a weekly Lego social. It's relaxed, friendly and creative, for adults 50yrs+. Enjoy a chat while you build.
Pilates Get Together

Fridays 10.30-11.30am

King Square Community Centre, King Square Estate, EC1V 8DY

Run by Healthy Generations: improve muscle strength, flexibility, balance and tone. All ages and levels of fitness.

Get Togethers on Zoom

Art Appreciation (online)

Every Tuesday 9.30am - 10.30am

Run by Healthy Generations, learn more about paintings from different eras and of different styles. Share your ideas too!
Music Appreciation (online)

Every Friday 5 - 6pm

Run by Healthy Generations, take a musical journey through time with talented musician Mary Gibbs.
Tech Break (online)

First Friday of the Month 12-1pm

Want support so you can get the most from your smartphone or digital device? Join our monthly Tech break sessions!

Other Age UK Islington Events & Support Groups

Events for Carers

If you are caring for a family member, friend or neighbour on a regular basis, there's support available from Islington Carers Hub. Get tips & guidance from local organisations and other Islington Carers!
Digital Support

Want support so you can get the most from your smartphone or digital device? Find guides, develop your skills with our monthly Tech break sessions and find out how you can get one-to-one support in Islington!
Let's Talk Peer Event

Every month, 10.30am

Come together with others to share what you know & find local solutions! It's a friendly, relaxed session, with guest speakers and plenty of opportunity for discussion.