Social and creative groups 

Make friends, share experiences, and have fun.

Our social and creative groups offer a welcoming space to meet others living with sight loss. These sessions give you the chance to share stories, build confidence, and enjoy activities that spark your creativity.

  • Please note our groups are exclusively for people with a sight loss condition.
  • You need to book when you first join a group, this is to make sure we have spaces available.
  • Groups vary from £3 to £4 per session.
  • Pay for each session on the day using cash or card.

If you’d like more information or want to join any of our groups or activities, please get in touch by ringing us on 0151 652 8877 or send us an email.

Weekly timetable

Social Group (with bingo)
10.30am - 12.30pm, £3
All welcome!

Looking for good company, friendly conversation, and a warm cup of tea? Our social groups are a great way to relax, connect and share a laugh with others in a welcoming environment.

Join us for informal get-togethers where you can chat, make new friends, and enjoy a break from the day-to-day. Volunteer-led.
Men's Emotional Support Group
11am - 1pm, £3
Led by our counsellor Joy, our Tuesday Men's group helps you come to terms with changed life circumstances and how they impact on family life, work life and the future.
Yoga
1.30 - 3pm, £3
Mixed abilities - everyone welcome! Join us for gentle yoga exercises in a friendly environment with good company.
Music Group
10.15am - 12.15pm, £3
Please note our music group isn't running at the moment, if you'd like to be added to the waiting list please fill in the contact form and we'll let you know when the group starts again.

Alternating between instruments and choir, please call us to check schedule.
Arts and Crafts Group
1 - 3pm, £3
A relaxed group exploring a variety of creative craft activities focusing on all abilities.

Whether you're a beginner or experienced, our arts and crafts sessions are open to everyone and focus on creativity, self-expression, and fun. Volunteer-led.
Local History Discussion Group
1 - 3pm, £3
Women's Emotional Support Group
1pm - 2.30pm, £3
Please note this group isn't running at the moment, if you'd like to be added to the waiting list please fill in the contact form and we'll let you know when the group starts again.

Led by our counsellor Joy, our Wednesday Women's group helps you come to terms with changed life circumstances and how they impact on family life, work life and the future.
Social Group
10.30am - 12.30pm, £3
Only open to new members who don't currently attend other activities/groups at Ashville Lodge.

Looking for good company, friendly conversation, and a warm cup of tea? Our social groups are a great way to relax, connect and share a laugh with others in a welcoming environment.

Join us for informal get-togethers where you can chat, make new friends, and enjoy a break from the day-to-day. Volunteer-led.
Art Class
10.30am - 12.30pm, £4
Tutor-led by professional artist Carolyn Conroy. Learn different artistic techniques – including the use of different media, water colour, resin and oils – and create your own pieces of artwork in a supportive environment.

Whether you're a beginner or experienced, our arts and crafts sessions are open to everyone and focus on creativity, self-expression, and fun.
Arts and Crafts Group
1 - 3pm, £3
Open to all abilities, this group provides opportunities to explore your creativity in a friendly, inclusive space.

Whether you're a beginner or experienced, our arts and crafts sessions are open to everyone and focus on creativity, self-expression, and fun. Volunteer-led.
Knit and Natter
1 - 3pm, £3
If you enjoy knitting - or want to learn - our Knit and Natter group is the perfect place to unwind. Bring your latest project or start something new while enjoying friendly conversation in a relaxed, social setting. All abilities welcome!
Information Technology Group Support
1 - 3pm, £3
All levels of ability, drop-in, one-to-one support available.
Pottery Group
1 - 3pm, £4
Craft activities using clay.

Other ways we can help

Three of our members enjoying taking part in a painting class.

Welfare rights support

Free, impartial advice to help you claim the financial support you’re entitled to.

Three of our members enjoying taking part in a painting class.

Emotional support

We provide one-to-one counselling, group emotional support sessions, and individual peer support.

Three of our members enjoying taking part in a painting class.

Digital skills training

Learn new digital skills and find out about accessibility tools.

Three of our members enjoying taking part in a painting class.

Eye clinic support

Our Eye Clinic Liaison Officer at Arrowe Park Hospital will guide you to services following diagnosis of an eye condition.