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Where to Turn Directory

‘Supporting good health and wellbeing in the Harrogate District’


Where to Turn is a directory of regular community activities and services provided by voluntary organisations across the Harrogate District. This fully searchable directory contains information about over 700 activities and services and is regularly updated by local charity, Harrogate & District Community Action.


The times and locations for meetings of local community groups sometimes change and we are not always made aware of the new details, so please do contact the group to confirm before making a journey if you are going along for the first time.

If you cannot find what you are looking for please email hadca@hadca.org.uk or phone us on 01423 504074 and we will do our best to direct you to someone who can help.

If you are looking for one-off charity and community events please visit our Events Calendar

If your group is not listed in the Where to Turn Directory follow the link to add an organisation or to add an activity.

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Parenting Together T/A Partog We provide legal assistance for families with young children, irrespective of gender, heritage or beliefs, disadvantaged by communication or learning difficulties while involved in Family Court...

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Listing image Park Brew Coffee Bar All welcome Wednesdays 11am - 1.30pm. Serving soup and a sandwich for free. Blankets, Thermos flasks, hot water bottles, as well as a hot meal are available for those in need.

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Listing image Park Grove Methodist Church Friendship Club The aim of the Friendship Club is to promote friendship, fun, company and laughter for Senior Citizens and lonely people of the area. We have weekly meetings, guest speakers once a month, play games...

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Listing image Parkinson's cafe drop in Knaresborough Informal drop in for people with Parkinson's, their families, friends and carers. Join us for chat and find out more about what's on offer for people affected by Parkinson's. Monthly...

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Listing image Parkinson's Exercise Class Intermediate circuit based class for people with Parkinson’s or other neurological issues. The session focuses on balance, co-ordination, strength and maintaining the body’s ability to make safe...

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Listing image Parkinson's Exercise Class Exercise class for people with Parkinson’s who may be experiencing anxiety or have complex medical needs who prefer smaller groups. Max 5 participants, £10 a class. Ring Vicki at Wish Fitness on...

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Listing image Parkinson's Harrogate Exercise Class Exercise is good for you and can make a positive difference to people with Parkinson's. Please contact Vicky 07961 070159 to book Class for Parkinson’s sufferers to aid balance and falls...

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Listing image Parkinson's Harrogate Golf Through social activities you can spend time with other people affected by Parkinson’s in a relaxed and informal way. Partners, carers, family and friends can get involved too. An opportunity to play...

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Parkinson's Singing Release your voice, help to to develop the strength in your sound and strengthen your breathing. Rhiannon teaches you fun ways to exercise your voice.

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Parkinson's UK The free and confidential helpline on 0808 800 0303. ( Monday to Friday 9am-6pm and Saturday 10am-2pm) is available during the coronavirus outbreak. Trained advisers, including specialist Parkinson`s...

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Parkinson's UK Harrogate District Branch The Harrogate branch of Parkinson's UK was founded in 1984. The aim of the branch is to provide information, raise awareness of Parkinson's and funds to help people locally with Parkinson...

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Listing image Parkinson's UK Ripon Group We offer information, friendship and support to local people with Parkinson's, their families and carers. We also organise regular events and social activities. Join us for chat, tea and cakes...

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Pateley Bridge & Bewerley Memorial Hall - Cuppa & Cake A warm friendly welcome on Wednesdays 2-4pm for cake, a brew and a chat.

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Listing image Pateley Bridge Art Club For all who are interested in art. Speakers, demonstrations, workshops. £20 annual fee or £3 to attend a monthly meeting. First Tuesday in the month. (Not January) Meeting time: 7.15pm

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Pateley Bridge Walkers are Welcome Pateley Bridge Walkers are Welcome works in Nidderdale with the AONB, NYCC and other voluntary organisations to ensure footpaths and rights of way are open and accessible. We also lead walks of...

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Pateley Bridge Walking Group Mind’s free weekly walking group for Pateley Bridge Tuesdays 1-3pm, meeting at Nidderdale Plus at 1pm The group is open to all and each week there will be a different walk, followed by coffee in a...

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Pathways A parent/carer led safe, non-judgmental space to meet other parents, carers and adults who have responsibility for children and young people with SEN, ADHD and autism. No diagnosis necessary, all...

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Pets as Therapy To bring comfort and companionship to people in hospital, hospices, nursing or residential homes by taking registered PAT dogs (or cats) to visit on a regular basis. housands of people of all ages...

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Pilgrims Friend Society Emmaus House Emmaus House is a 22 bed residential home which belongs to Pilgrims Friend Society, a Christian charity working with older people. Some of our residents have dementia.

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Pinewoods Conservation Group To make the Pinewoods accessible to all. To assist with maintenance and upkeep of the Pinewoods and to improve the habitat for flora and fauna. The group’s aim is to promote the maintenance and...

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Pitch Positive Men’s Health football sessions on Tuesdays 7-8.30pm at Rossett High School Free, fun drop-in sessions for adults 18+ of all abilities who want to engage in positive activity to support their physical...

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Plastic Free Ripon We are working with the national campaign of Surfers Against Sewage to obtain "plastic free" status for Ripon. We are here to assist you to cut down your plastic consumption, give you...

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Listing image Play Soft Toddler Fun A group for pre schoolers and their grown ups! Held in the hall of Allhallowgate Methodist Church every Friday, 9.30am until 11.30am. Soft play equipment for the little ones, coffee, tea and snacks...

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Listing image Playbox Toddler Group Playbox meets from 10-11.30 on Friday mornings during term time at Gracious Street Methodist Church in Knaresborough. Our group is for Mums, Dad’s, Grandparents or carers and children from birth to 4...

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Listing image Plus and Coffee Group Plus activity and coffee groups, before lunchclub, in the halls at the back of the church. 10am - 12pm

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Listing image Portage Home Visiting A home teaching service for pre-school children who have special needs. The service aims to provide support and advice to enable parents to support their children at home. Parents can make a referral...

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Positility Community Interest Company Positility CIC aims to support people with a more positive fertility journey and wider women's health. The website offers free access to hundreds of resources for Emotional, condition specific,...

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Positive Progressions & Action Towards Inclusion at Craven College Long term one-to-one support offered to help people in Harrogate District gain the skills and confidence needed to make it easier to move into employment or further training. Positive Progressions...

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Prader-Willi Syndrome Association PWSA UK is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (Registered Charity No. 1155846) and the only charity in the UK working with those living with PWS, their families and carers, together with the...

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Pride in Diversity Our mission is to encompass life and all its diversity; and to empower and encourage all to work and live in a fully inclusive arena within the Harrogate District. Annual parades and celebrations are...

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Listing image Prince of Wales During the winter months all are welcome to take a seat, relax in the warm and enjoy a chat in the pub, which is open every day from 11am – 11pm. have to buy a drink in the pub, they can just come in...

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Listing image Prince's Trust The Prince's Trust ia a UK charity that helps young people overcome barriers and get their lives working. Through practical support including training, mentoring and financial assistance, we...

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Listing image Project Linus UK (Harrogate, Knaresborough and Wetherby) Project Linus UK is a volunteer organisation. We aim to provide a sense of security and comfort to sick and traumatised babies, children and teenagers through the provision of new home made patchwork...

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Prosper (Harrogate and District Prostate Cancer Support Group) Meetings on the last Thursday of the month (except December). Open discussions of issues & treatments. Partners & family members welcome. Meeting time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm. A forum to enable...

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Purple Patch Arts Purple Patch Arts provide innovative, inclusive, creative learning opportunities that improve the lives of learning-disabled and autistic adults by expanding their understanding of, and engagement...

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Listing image Rainbow Club We meet at 11.15 am on the 3rd Wednesday of each month for coffee and a chat followed by craft, quiz or game. Come and sharpen up your wits, then enjoy a full lunch (cost £3). This is followed by arm...

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Listing image Rainbows, Brownies and Guides at Christ Church Rainbows, Brownies & Guides – Tuesdays 4.15pm -9.00pm – Main Hall every Tuesday - term time

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Listing image Ramblers Association (Harrogate Group) The Harrogate Group, as part of the national organisation, endeavours to promote rambling; protect rights of way; campaign for access to open country; and defend the countryside within the Harrogate...

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Listing image RAOS Musical Theatre Company Produces one musical in Harrogate Theatre in April & smaller productions in Autumn, at Ripon Arts Hub. New members always welcome. Please contact members@raos.co.uk for more information.

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Re-engage Re-engage is dedicated to tackling loneliness and social isolation among older people aged over 75. In response to the coronavirus crisis regular social gatherings are suspended but a UK-wide call...

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