We are a welcoming community hub for people from all faiths and backgrounds! We offer many clubs and activities such as: karate, employment advice, chair based exercise, prayer, chat and learn English. Our learn English club is run on Mondays at 13;30 – 15:30pm and Fridays at 14 – 15:30pm, please call if you need anymore information!
‘Kind Local’ is the newest addition to Kind Communities. Created in 2024, Kind Local aims to bring resettlers (refugees and asylum seekers) and local communities together through food.
Kind Local has the simple aim of providing a social hub, where women can socialise, learn English, exercise and eat together. No matter who you are or your background. Everyone is welcome.
Kind Local is based at the Catherine Beckett centre, Deepdale, Preston PR1 5AR every Thursday between 10am- 1pm.
Please come along, there’s no need to book!
At Sahara we provide a wide range of courses for members of the local community. We provide training in the following fields that can be really useful for refugees, asylum seekers and migrants:
- ESOL
- Preparation for Life in the UK
- Community Interpreter Level 2
Stockport City of Sanctuary provides support and advocacy for refugees and sanctuary seekers, fostering inclusion, dignity, and community connection. We offer practical assistance, educational workshops, and collaborative events to build understanding and create a welcoming environment for all.
We host an English Cafe every Weds 10am – 2pm for people that are new to the UK. Its a friendly environment to speak and learn English, play games, have a coffee and explore our resources. Just turn up, no need to register or book!
EQUAL EDUCATION CHANCES is a charity organisation founded in 2017. We support families raising a disabled child. We promote youth social action. Offer empowerment opportunities to adults and advocate for migrants who are seeking school places, jobs or disability support. We also have conversational ESOL classes, please email for more information.
Every refugee deserves a friend. We vet and train good local volunteers to meet a local refugee or asylum seeker for 1:1 friendship. Our scheme supports well-being, loneliness and language skills.
We run a drop in twice a week; Monday 6-8pm and the main one on Weds morning 10-12.30. The drop in is accessible for all asylum seekers and refugees. We have a team able to deliver English, help with practical items, form filling etc as well as providing a free bike to anyone who wants one. The cafe is relaxed and a nice place to hang out. It is very popular. Occasionally we have visits from other groups to do eye tests, health checks etc…It is run by helpers from Hope Church Crewe and some of the refugee volunteers too.