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.

Face-to-face Get Togethers

Better Sports Get Together

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

Sobell & Finsbury Better Leisure Centres

Run by GLL (£2.60), a relaxed social with the opportunity to play sports e.g. bowls, zumba and have a cuppa!
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. There'll be a different topic to inspire discussion, every week.
LEGO Get Together

Thursdays 1.30 - 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.

Dance Fitness Get Together

Tuesdays 3 - 4pm

Jean Stokes Community Hall, N1

Try our Dance Fitness class with a mix of latin, disco and pop music. It will include strength, balance and functional exercises. Take part seated or standing.

Park Cuppa Get Together

Third Tuesday of the month, 10.30am

Islington Ecology Centre, Gillespie Park Nature Reserve, N5

Drop-in for a cup of tea and a chat with other Islington locals cosy in the
sanctuary of the ecology centre. Dementia-friendly venue.
Breakfast Club Get Together

Last Tuesday of the month, 2 - 4pm

The Breakfast Club, N1

One of our most missed get togethers is back on a monthly basis for adults 50yrs+. Book for a chat and a cuppa. Limited places & priority will be given to those who have not booked before.
Park Theatre Get Together

Thursday once a month, 2pm

Park Theatre, N4

Park Theatre 'pay-what-you-can' matinee performance with the option of meeting for a tea or coffee beforehand. Limited places & priority will be given to those who have not booked before.

Get Togethers on Zoom

Painting Appreciation

Every Tuesday 11am - 12noon

FREE!! Join us weekly to learn more about paintings from different eras and of different styles, led by our knowledgeable hosts. Share your ideas too, if you'd like!
Yoga & Meditation Get Together

Every Friday 11am - 12noon

Help reduce stress, anxiety and maintain flexibility! Join us for a special weekly online yoga & meditation session from your chair, or a mat.
Music Appreciation

Every Friday 5 - 6pm

Age UK Islington has teamed up with Healthy Generations to bring you a new Music Appreciation series. Take a musical journey through time with talented musician Mary Gibbs.

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 Volunteer Support

Want support so you can get the most from your smartphone or digital device? Friendly, knowledgeable volunteers can help with your questions! Find out how to shop online, get email & lots more!
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.