Social Groups & Friendship in Hyndburn

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Organisation	Address	Contact	How to access
Hyndburn Bereavement Support Group	Clayton Community Centre, Pickup Street, Clayton-le-Moors, BB5 5NR	01254 390731 • hyndburnbsg@gmail.com • https://hyndburnbereavementsupport.co.uk/	Free, confidential bereavement support group on the second Tuesday of each month, 1:30pm–3:30pm. No booking is required; people can simply attend when they feel ready. Refreshments are provided. One-to-one bereavement support is also available by arrangement.
Woodhaven Day Centre	2 Thorneyholme Road, Accrington, BB5 6BD	01254 239699 • DSO.WoodhavenDayCentre@lancashire.gov.uk	Lancashire County Council day support for older people, including people living with dementia. Support includes social activities, meals, transport, day trips, half-day and full-day support, planned respite, a luncheon club and bathing support. Open Monday to Friday, 10am–4:30pm. No referral is required.
Veterans In Communities – Hyndburn Veterans Drop-in	Unit 18, Accrington Arndale, Union Street, Accrington, BB5 1PL	01706 833180 • raysharkey@vic.org.uk • https://www.veteransincommunities.org/hyndburn-areas.html	Weekly Friday drop-in from 10am–3pm for the Armed Forces community, veterans and Blue Light Services. Offers a relaxed social space, peer support, information and advice, welfare support and access to VIC activities and projects. Drop in or contact the Hyndburn team for more information.
CGL Inspire Accrington	33 Eagle Street, Accrington, BB5 1LN	0808 169 8673 • eastlancs.info@cgl.org.uk • https://www.changegrowlive.org/service/lancashire-inspire/east	Free support for anyone concerned about their own or somebody else's drug or alcohol use. Offers assessment, one-to-one support, prescribing, detox, counselling, needle exchange, BBV testing, groups, peer support, housing and employment support and referrals to residential rehabilitation. Self-referral and professional referrals are accepted. Open Monday–Friday, with late opening on Thursday.
Active Seconds – Active Lancashire	Unit 26, Accrington Arndale Shopping Centre, Accrington, BB5 1EX	01254 785986 • https://activelancashire.org.uk/projects/active-seconds/	Community shop and hub linked to Active Recovery. Supports people in recovery from substance misuse and can also help people affected by mental health issues, gambling problems and isolation, as well as their families. Provides wellbeing and physical activity pathways plus volunteering opportunities. Contact or visit the hub for current support.
Creative Support East Lancashire – Hyndburn	Accrington and Hyndburn – multiple supported accommodation services	0161 2360829 • lee.smith@creativesupport.org.uk • antonia.royal@creativesupport.co.uk • https://www.creativesupport.co.uk/	Creative Support provides five supported accommodation services in Accrington and Hyndburn for adults with mental health needs. Support varies from lower-level help with accessing the community to higher-support services with night concierge provision. Referral through the local authority is required; costs are confirmed at referral stage.
Hyndburn & Ribble Valley Parkinson’s Support Group	Accrington Town Hall, 42 Blackburn Road, Accrington, BB5 1LA	Jim Sibley: 07484 829017 • https://localsupport.parkinsons.org.uk/provider/hyndburn-and-ribble-valley-support-group	Local friendship, information and support for people with Parkinson's, their families and carers. Group meetings are held at Accrington Town Hall, including bring-and-share lunches on alternate months. Contact the group for the next meeting date. Voluntary donation.
The Friendship Group – CandO Rotary	Enfield Cricket Club, Dill Hall Lane, Church, Accrington, BB5 4AA	01254 433971 • richard@candorotary.org.uk • https://candocommunity.wordpress.com/	Friendly weekly social group for adults across Hyndburn who want to meet people and reduce isolation. Meets every Thursday at 12:30pm. Activities can include quizzes, speakers, music, games, conversation and occasional trips. Carers and people living with dementia are welcome. No referral required. £5 for a sandwich-based lunch.
Hyndburn Food Pantry	27 Broadway, Accrington, BB5 1ES	01254 399460 • hyndburnpantry@gmail.com • https://www.hyndburnfoodpantry.co.uk/	Affordable food club for Hyndburn residents, set up like a small supermarket so members can choose food that suits them. Open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 10am–2pm. You must live in Hyndburn and bring proof of address when joining. The pantry also supports the community through its café and related activities.
Bahja Initiative – Curry Club	74 Willows Lane, Accrington, BB5 0RT	07597 491083 • info@bahja.co.uk • https://www.bahja.co.uk/curry-club/	Weekly food support for people who are homeless or otherwise in need in the Accrington community. A fresh meal is prepared every Sunday, with the Curry Club listed for 2:15pm. The service is open to anybody and aims to provide support in a non-judgemental way. Check directly for current serving arrangements.
Long Term Conditions Peer Support Group – HRV CVS & Community Roots	Cath Thom Centre, Clayton Hall, Clayton Hall Drive, Accrington, BB5 5SG	01254 888614 • zoe.mount@hrv-cvs.org.uk • http://hrvcvs.co.uk/	Free peer support group for people living with long-term health conditions, focused on mutual support and managing day-to-day challenges. Meets on the third Wednesday of each month, 1pm–3pm. No referral or booking is required; people can simply attend.
Women’s Veterans Group – Accrington Stanley Community Trust	Stanley Sports Hub, Thorneyholme Road, Accrington, BB5 6BD	poppy.baron@stanleytrust.co.uk	Free to attend. A safe, welcoming women-only group for veterans, serving women and women with a connection to the Armed Forces community. Meets every Thursday, 6pm–8pm, with wellbeing activities, gentle exercise, creative sessions, peer support and opportunities to build friendships and confidence. A six-week activity programme begins on 10 September 2026, but you do not need to attend every session. Contact Poppy Baron for more information.
Hyndburn Singers	St John, Church Avenue, Baxenden, BB5 2RQ	Kath Ingham (Membership Secretary): 01254 381767 \| Maureen Mullen (Secretary): 07960 080385 \| www.hyndburnsingers.co.uk	Friendly community choir welcoming new members. Rehearsals every Tuesday at 7:15pm. No auditions. Open to experienced singers and people who simply enjoy singing, with opportunities to learn or improve musical skills, meet people and have fun. Contact the group or attend a rehearsal.
Community Solutions North West	Elmfield Hall, Hyndburn Road, Church, Accrington, BB5 4AA	01254 460080	Community hub providing social groups, wellbeing activities, counselling, volunteering opportunities, grief and loss support, community activities and support to reduce isolation. (Hyndburn Borough Council)
Hyndburn & Ribble Valley CVS	Suite 5, The Chambers, Town Hall Square, Great Harwood, BB6 7DD	01254 888614 / 07842 306849	Supports residents through social prescribing, connecting people to community groups, activities, volunteering and support services. Particularly useful for loneliness, low mood, isolation and wellbeing support. (Hyndburn & Ribble Valley CVS)
Hyndburn Hub	Online service	Via Hyndburn Borough Council	One-stop signposting service connecting residents to over 60 local organisations covering wellbeing, money worries, food support, employment, community groups and practical help. (Hyndburn Borough Council)
The Woodnook Centre	Royds Street, Accrington, BB5 2JH	Via centre	Community venue hosting activities, groups, support sessions and local events.
Scaitcliffe Community Centre	1 Hannah Street, Accrington, BB5 0QX	01254 386285	Community venue providing space for groups, activities, support sessions and local events.
Clayton Community Centre	Pickup Street, Clayton-le-Moors, BB5 5NR	01254 961139	Local community venue supporting activities, groups and community connection.
Banbury Close Community Centre	Banbury Close, Accrington, BB5 4BZ	01254 460080	Community space used for local activities, groups and support sessions.
Hyndburn & Ribble Valley CVS Social Prescribing Service	Hyndburn & Ribble Valley	07842 306849	A non-medical service helping people experiencing loneliness, isolation, low wellbeing or needing connection. Links people into clubs, volunteering, groups and activities. Self-referrals accepted. (Lancashire Service Finder)
Community Solutions North West	Elmfield Hall	01254 460080	Offers activities designed around wellbeing, confidence, meeting people and reducing isolation. (Hyndburn Borough Council)
Lancashire Volunteer Partnership	Hyndburn-wide	Via website	Helps people find volunteering opportunities, including befriending and community support roles. (Hyndburn Borough Council)
Lancashire Volunteer Partnership – Community Support Befrienders	Hyndburn-wide	Via Lancashire Volunteer Partnership	Matches volunteers with people experiencing loneliness or isolation. Regular contact helps build confidence, independence and social connection. (Hyndburn Borough Council)
Age UK Lancashire Wellbeing Calls	Lancashire-wide	Via Age UK Lancashire	Friendly wellbeing calls for older people who may feel lonely or isolated. (Hyndburn Borough Council)
Community Solutions North West	Accrington	01254 460080	Provides social activities and support aimed at reducing loneliness and improving wellbeing. (Hyndburn Borough Council)
Community Solutions North West	Elmfield Hall	01254 460080	Wellbeing groups, counselling, grief support, social activities and community connection. (Hyndburn Borough Council)
Mindsmatter Lancashire	Hyndburn referrals accepted	Via NHS Talking Therapies	Support for anxiety, depression, stress and emotional wellbeing.
Adventure Hyndburn	Norfolk Grove, Church, Accrington, BB5 4RY	01254 387757	Community organisation offering support groups, wellbeing activities, family support, community space and outdoor activities. (hubform.hyndburnbc.gov.uk)
Maundy Relief	Hyndburn area	Via organisation	Support around social exclusion, hardship, food, accommodation, wellbeing and practical help. (hubform.hyndburnbc.gov.uk)
Community Solutions North West	Elmfield Hall	01254 460080	Social groups, activities, friendship opportunities and wellbeing sessions. (Hyndburn Borough Council)
The Coach House at Rhyddings Park	Rhyddings Park, Oswaldtwistle	Via Friends of Rhyddings Park	Community activities, events and wellbeing-focused sessions encouraging people to connect. (Hyndburn Borough Council)
Adventure Hyndburn	Church, Accrington	01254 387757	Community groups, activities and opportunities to meet others. (hubform.hyndburnbc.gov.uk)
Andy’s Man Club – Blackburn	Blackburn area	Website: https://andysmanclub.co.uk	Weekly peer-to-peer talking groups for men aged 18+. Safe spaces where men can talk openly about mental health, loneliness, relationships, work and life pressures. Free to attend.
Lancashire Mind – Men's Wellbeing Support	Lancashire-wide (Hyndburn residents welcome)	Website: https://lancashiremind.org.uk	Mental health support, wellbeing activities, peer groups and community programmes. Supports people experiencing loneliness, anxiety, low mood and isolation.
Hyndburn Men's Shed (via UK Men's Shed Association)	Hyndburn area	Website: https://menssheds.org.uk	Men's Sheds provide spaces for men to meet, make things, learn skills and socialise. If a local shed is not currently operating, residents can register interest or find the nearest active group.
Community Solutions North West – Men's Activities	Elmfield Hall, Hyndburn Road, Church, Accrington BB5 4AA	01254 460080	Community activities, wellbeing sessions and opportunities for people to connect socially.
Hyndburn Ramblers	Various Hyndburn locations	Via Ramblers website	Group walks providing friendship, exercise and social connection. Suitable for men wanting a more active way to meet people.
Lancashire Women	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://www.lancashirewomen.org	Support for women experiencing challenges including confidence issues, isolation, wellbeing needs, domestic abuse recovery and life transitions.
Community Solutions North West – Women's Activities	Elmfield Hall, Accrington	01254 460080	Community activities, wellbeing sessions, friendship opportunities and support groups.
Home-Start Lancashire	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://www.home-startlancs.org.uk	Support for parents with young children through trained volunteers, friendship and practical help.
Women's Institute (WI) – Hyndburn Area Groups	Various villages	Website: https://www.thewi.org.uk	Social groups, friendship, crafts, talks, campaigning and community involvement. Groups vary by location.
Local church women's groups	Various Hyndburn churches	Contact individual churches	Coffee mornings, craft groups, friendship groups, prayer groups and community activities.
Hyndburn LGBT+ & Allies	Hyndburn area	Via Facebook / community pages	Local LGBTQ+ community group providing friendship, social events, peer support and safe spaces.
Lancashire LGBT	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://lancashirelgbt.org	Specialist LGBTQ+ charity providing support groups, wellbeing services, community activities, training and advice.
Out Lancashire	Lancashire-wide	Via Lancashire LGBT	Support and activities for LGBTQ+ young people across Lancashire.
LGBT Foundation	National service	Website: https://lgbt.foundation	National LGBTQ+ support including helpline, counselling, wellbeing resources and community information.
Disability Equality North West	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://www.disability-equality.org.uk	Advocacy, disability rights support, information and advice.
Community Solutions North West	Church, Accrington	01254 460080	Inclusive community activities and support for people experiencing barriers to participation.
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust – Community Learning Disability Services	Hyndburn area	Via NHS referral	Support for adults with learning disabilities, families and carers.
Hyndburn Access Group	Hyndburn	Via Hyndburn Council	Supports accessibility improvements and representation for disabled residents.
Lancashire Mind	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://lancashiremind.org.uk	Peer support, wellbeing activities, mental health education and community connection.
Recovery Lancashire	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://recoverysolutions.org.uk	Recovery-focused support, peer groups and community connection for people affected by addiction and mental health challenges.
Cruse Bereavement Support Lancashire	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://www.cruse.org.uk	Bereavement support, listening services and peer connection following loss.
Living Well with Lancashire	Lancashire-wide	Via Lancashire County Council	Support groups, activities and peer networks for people living with health conditions.
Lancashire & South Cumbria Carers Service	Lancashire-wide (supports Hyndburn residents)	Website: https://www.lancashireandsouthcumbriacarers.co.uk	Free support for unpaid carers including advice, assessments, wellbeing support, activities, training, peer groups and practical help.
Lancashire County Council – Carers Hub	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://www.lancashire.gov.uk	Information about carers assessments, financial support, breaks, rights and local services.
Hyndburn & Ribble Valley CVS	Suite 5, The Chambers, Town Hall Square, Great Harwood BB6 7DD	01254 888614	Supports carers by connecting them with local groups, activities, volunteering and community support.
Lancashire Young Carers Service	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/care-and-support/carers/young-carers	Support for children and young people who care for family members. Includes activities, advice and emotional support.
Carers Link Lancashire	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://www.carerslinklancashire.co.uk	Information, advice, training, wellbeing activities and peer support for unpaid carers.
Age UK Lancashire	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/lancashire	Advice, information, befriending, wellbeing support, activities and support to help older people remain independent.
Community Solutions North West	Elmfield Hall, Hyndburn Road, Church, Accrington BB5 4AA	01254 460080	Social activities, friendship groups, wellbeing sessions and community connection for older residents.
Hyndburn & Ribble Valley CVS	Great Harwood	01254 888614	Links older residents into local groups, volunteering and activities through social prescribing.
University of the Third Age (U3A) – East Lancashire Groups	East Lancashire	Website: https://www.u3a.org.uk	Learning, hobbies, talks and social groups for retired and semi-retired people.
Lancashire Libraries – Hyndburn Libraries	Accrington, Great Harwood, Oswaldtwistle	Via Lancashire Libraries	Reading groups, digital support, activities, talks and community events.
Alzheimer’s Society – Lancashire Services	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://www.alzheimers.org.uk	Dementia advice, support groups, dementia advisers, carers support and information.
Lancashire Dementia Support Groups	Various Lancashire venues	Via Alzheimer’s Society	Peer support groups where people living with dementia and carers can meet others with similar experiences.
Dementia Friendly Hyndburn	Hyndburn area	Via Hyndburn Borough Council / local networks	Works to make local communities more understanding and accessible for people living with dementia.
Community Solutions North West	Church, Accrington	01254 460080	Community activities and wellbeing sessions that support social connection.
NHS Lancashire & South Cumbria Memory Services	East Lancashire	Via GP referral	Assessment, diagnosis and support for people experiencing memory concerns.
Veterans’ Gateway	National service	Website: https://www.veteransgateway.org.uk	First point of contact for veterans needing support with housing, finances, health, employment and wellbeing.
Royal British Legion – Lancashire Branches	Local branches across Lancashire	Website: https://www.britishlegion.org.uk	Support, friendship, welfare advice and remembrance activities for serving personnel, veterans and families.
SSAFA Lancashire	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://www.ssafa.org.uk/lancashire	Practical support for veterans, serving personnel and families including finances, housing and wellbeing.
Royal British Legion Clubs – Hyndburn Area	Local clubs	Via local branches	Social connection, events and friendship for veterans and wider community members.
Change Grow Live Lancashire	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://www.changegrowlive.org	Free confidential support for adults affected by drugs, alcohol and related issues. Includes recovery workers, groups and wellbeing support.
Recovery Lancashire	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://recoverysolutions.org.uk	Peer-led recovery support, groups, activities and community connection.
Alcoholics Anonymous – East Lancashire Groups	Various venues	Website: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk	Peer support meetings for people wanting help with alcohol dependency.
Adfam	National	Website: https://adfam.org.uk	Support and information for families affected by someone else's substance use.
Hyndburn Hub	Online	Via Hyndburn Borough Council	Signposting to local food support, financial help, wellbeing support, housing advice and community services.
Hyndburn Food Bank	Hyndburn area	Website: https://hyndburn.foodbank.org.uk	Emergency food parcels and practical support for people experiencing financial hardship.
Citizens Advice Lancashire	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://www.citizensadvicelancashire.org.uk	Free advice on debt, benefits, housing, employment and rights.
StepChange Debt Charity	National	Website: https://www.stepchange.org	Free debt advice, budgeting support and repayment plans.
Maundy Relief	Hyndburn area	Via organisation	Support for people experiencing poverty, homelessness, hardship and social exclusion.
Cruse Bereavement Support Lancashire	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://www.cruse.org.uk	Bereavement counselling, listening services and support groups for adults and young people.
Community Solutions North West	Accrington	01254 460080	Community wellbeing support including groups and activities helping people reconnect after difficult life events.
Local churches and community groups	Across Hyndburn	Contact individual organisations	Many churches offer bereavement groups, friendship cafés and pastoral support.
Hyndburn Borough Council – Housing Services	Scaitcliffe House, Ormerod Street, Accrington, BB5 0PF	01254 388111	Housing advice, homelessness prevention, housing applications, tenancy support, housing problems and emergency homelessness assistance. Website: https://www.hyndburnbc.gov.uk
Lancashire Housing Partnership / Housing Options	Hyndburn area	Via Hyndburn Borough Council	Support for people at risk of homelessness including advice, prevention and referrals to accommodation support.
Lancashire County Council – Homelessness Support Information	Lancashire-wide	Via Lancashire County Council	Information and routes into housing support, safeguarding and local services. Website: https://www.lancashire.gov.uk
Places for People – Lancashire Services	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://www.placesforpeople.co.uk	Housing-related support, supported accommodation and services for people needing help to maintain independence.
Citizens Advice Lancashire	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://www.citizensadvicelancashire.org.uk	Advice on housing rights, eviction, rent problems, benefits and homelessness prevention.
Keys to independance		info@keystoindependence.co.uk	Supported housing for people who are homeless or at risk of being homeless
SafeNet Domestic Abuse & Support Services	Lancashire-wide	0300 3033 581 • Website: https://safenet.org.uk	Specialist support for adults and children affected by domestic abuse, including refuge accommodation, outreach support, safety planning and advocacy.
Lancashire Victim Services	Lancashire-wide	0300 323 0085 • Website: https://lancashirevictimservices.org	Support for victims of crime including domestic abuse, emotional support, practical help and referrals.
National Domestic Abuse Helpline – Refuge	National	0808 2000 247 • Website: https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk	Free confidential advice, safety planning and support for women experiencing domestic abuse.
Men’s Advice Line	National	0808 801 0327 • Website: https://mensadviceline.org.uk	Specialist support for men experiencing domestic abuse.
Lancashire Rape Crisis	Lancashire-wide	Website: https://lancashirerapecrisis.org.uk	Specialist support for survivors of rape and sexual violence.
Lancashire Victim Services	Lancashire-wide	0300 323 0085	Practical and emotional support for victims of crime, including harassment, antisocial behaviour, hate crime and domestic abuse.
Hyndburn Community Safety Partnership	Hyndburn Borough Council	Via Hyndburn Council	Works with police, councils and partners to address crime, antisocial behaviour and community safety concerns.
Lancashire Victim Services – Hate Crime Support	Lancashire-wide	0300 323 0085	Support for people experiencing hate crime because of identity, disability, sexuality, religion or other protected characteristics.