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A space for people living with Young Onset Dementia and their loved ones to socialise in a relaxed setting.

What is it?

  • A monthly get together for people living with Young Onset Dementia and their loved ones to socialise in a relaxed setting with others alike.
  • Fun and meaningful activities at different locations throughout Worcestershire.
  • Practical and emotional support from our support advisors.
  • Available to anyone with a dementia diagnosis under the age of 65 living in Worcestershire

Is there a cost?

We do not charge for these groups. However, there may be admission charges at venues we visit.


When and where?

Our Social Group usually meets every 3rd Wednesday of the Month from 12pm. The schedule below is subject to change as we go through the year. Find out more by clicking the location(s) below:

January

The Anatolian Palace - Turkish Restaurant

When

  • Wednesday 21st January 2026
  • 12:00pm

Where

  • 6/7 Chapel Walk, Crown Gate Shopping Centre, Worcester, WR1 3LD (Opposite Huntingdon Hall). 

More info

  • After lunch, we’re planning a gentle riverside walk, weather and flooding permitting.
  • Parking: we recommend either Crown Gate Car Park (WR1 3LZ) or Copenhagen Street Car Park (WR1 2HB), subject to flooding conditions. 

February

Arrow Valley Walk and Pub Lunch

When

  • Wednesday 18th February at 11:00am

Where

  • Arrow Valley, Redditch (meeting location TBC)

More info

  • Following our walk, we shall go for a pub lunch at the Golden Goose, Wild Goose Ln, Redditch B98 0DD  

March

Pickleball and Pub Lunch

When

  • Wednesday 18th March at 11:00am.

Where

  • Pershore Tennis Centre, Avon Bank Lodge, Avon Bank, Pershore, WR10 3JP.

More info

  • Following our pickleball session, we will be going for a pub lunch (location TBC). 

April

River and Canal Walk To Commandery Museum

When

  • Wednesday 15th April, meet at 11:00am.

Where

  • We will meet at Copenhagen Street Car Park, 4 Copenhagen St, Worcester, WR1 2EY.

More info

  • We will start at Copenhagen Street Car Park and head along the riverside and canal to reach the Commandery Museum. 
  • Admission to the museum is £9.00 per adult.
  • This outing is unsuitable for people with mobility problems.
  • Following our visit, we will be going for a pub lunch (location TBC). 

May

Tenbury Wells Trail and Pub Lunch

When

  • Wednseday 20th May at 11:00am

Where

  • Meet at Teme Street Car Park, 18 Teme St, Tenbury Wells, WR15 8SF

More info

  • Following our walk, we will be going for a pub lunch at The Kings Head, 44 Cross St, Tenbury Wells, WR15 8EG.  

June

Malvern Hills Walk and Picnic

When

  • Wednesday 17th June at 11:00am

Where

  • Meet at British Camp Car Park, A449, Great Malvern, Malvern, WR13 6DW

More info

  • Please note, this walk is not suitabe for people with mobility problems.
  • Dogs are welcome. 

July

Wythal Transport Museum

When

  • Wednesday 15th July at 11:00am

Where

  • Meet in the car park at Wythall Transport Museum, Chapel Ln, Wythall, Birmingham B47 6JA

More info

  • Admission £8.00 per adult
  • Bus rides are free. 

August

Worcestershire Wildlife Walk and Pub Lunch (TBC)

When

  • Wdnesday 19th August

Where

  • Locaton TBC

More info

  • Following our walk, we will be going for a pub lunch (location TBC). 

September

Black Country Living Museum

When

  • Wednseday 16th September at 11:00am

Where

  • Meet on car park at Black Country Living Museum Discovery Wy, Dudley, DY1 4AL

More info

  • Admission £26.95 per adult, carers go free. 

October

RAF Cosford Museum

When

  • Wednesday 21st October at 11:00am

Where

  • Meet in car park. Follow signs to RAF Museum at Lysander Ave, Cosford, Shifnal, TF11 8UP

More info

  • Free admission
  • Car parking £7.50 all day 

November

Morgan Car Company and Lunch

When

  • Wednesday 18th November at 11:00am

Where

  • Meet on car park at Morgan Experience Centre, Spring Ln, Malvern, WR14 2LS

More info

  • Free admission to showroom and musem.
  • Following our visit, we will be going for a pub lunch (location TBC). 

December

Festive Pub Lunch

When

  • Wednesday 16th December at 11:00am

Where

  • Location TBC

More info

  • TBC 

Dementia Support

Living with dementia can bring many challenges, including feelings of loneliness and isolation.

We are proud to provide a range of services that focus on providing people living with dementia or memory loss support across Herefordshire & Worcestershire. 

Find out more

Directory of Dementia Services

Download our Directory of Dementia services. Covering advice and information on services available across Herefordshire & Worcestershire.

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Contact us

You can contact our Dementia Wellbeing team directly:

Tel: 0333 038 3711

Email: dementia-wellbeing-service@ageukwyvern.org

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