Partington Library & Wellbeing Centre
Central Road
Partington
M31 4FY
Appointment only: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 9.00am – 10.00am & Wednesday: 9.00am – 5.00pm
Open to the public: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10.00am – 5.00pm
Email: activities@bluesci.org.uk
Tel: 07999 516448
What's On?
For more information, or if you would like to join in any of these activities but feel a bit unsure, you can contact us on 07999 516448, email activities@bluesci.org.uk, or pop in to ask at our reception. If you are interested in running your own group or activity, please come in and speak to one of our staff – we may be able to help!
We aim to offer activities that meet the Five Ways to Wellbeing. When looking at the activities below you can use the key to help you plan activities that meet each of the five ways.
Activities going on in the centre
| Day | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10.00am – 3.30pm | Citizens Advice Drop-in Trafford Citizen’s Advice are at Partington Library & Wellbeing Centre weekly to support you with a variety of concerns and challenges. If you want to see what the Citizens Advice Bureau can help with before you attend, you can visit the CASORT website. 5W2WB Keep Learning |
| Monday (monthly) | 10.30am – 12:30pm | Trafford Carers Drop-in If you are a carer for anyone age 5 and older, Trafford Carers Centre can support you with a range of things from finance, to respite and wellbeing. They run a drop-in on the first Monday of every month. For more information, see their website. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning |
| Monday (every 2 weeks) | 2:00pm-3:00pm | Peer support group – Our group aim, is to provide a safe space to connect, and share lived experiences with others. Led by those with lived experience, we explore themes on mental health with a different topic every 2 weeks. For more information or to talk to someone about joining the group, contact Emma emma.yates@bluesci.org.uk or Leoni leoni@bluesci.org.uk. 5W2WB Connect Take Notice Give |
| Tuesday | 2.00pm – 4.00pm | Knit & Natter Whether you’re an experienced knitter or a complete beginner, join our Knit and Natter group for crafting, conversation, and community! Needles & wool provided. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Wednesday | 10:30am-12pm | Trafford Support Employment Confidence & Employability Workshops (Confidence Building Workshops) Join our friendly, supportive workshops designed to help you build confidence, improve wellbeing, and develop positive routines. The final session before Christmas will be on 17th December 2025, and the programme will resume on 7th January, running through to 25th March. After Christmas, we’ll focus on practical employability skills such as job searching, applications, and interview preparation. Open to Partington residents — support is available every step of the way. |
| Wednesday | 10:30am-12:30pm | Bushcraft Sessions Nature-based activities for all adults run by Theatre of the Senses. Builds skills, confidence, and community in a relaxed outdoor setting. Meet at Partington Library & Wellbeing Centre but the activity will then take place off site. Please wear suitable clothing (coats, supportive footwear). 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice Be Active |
| Wednesday | 1.00pm – 3.00pm | Wellbeing Wednesdays Friendly informal group, pop in for a brew and chat, guest speakers, bingo, creative activities, information and advice to improve your wellbeing. For more information please contact us on 07999 516448. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice Give |
| Thursday | 10.00am – 12.00pm | Potter’s Community Allotment [Currently paused for the winter break, returning from the 9th April 2026.] Meet every Thursday at Partington Library & Wellbeing Centre to walk over or meet us at allotment. At St Mary’s church – learn to grow vegetables in a safe and friendly group – for more information contact Emma on 07565 159611. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice Give Be Active |
| Thursday | 9:15am-1pm | Trafford Leisure circuit training Free, open to all levels of fitness. Contact Mark Pearson 0161 749 2570 or mark.pearson@traffordleisure.co.uk to secure your place. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Be Active |
| Thursday | 1.00pm – 3.00pm | Women’s craft group No experience necessary. Contact 07999 516448 if you are interested in attending. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Friday | 12.00pm – 3.00pm | Art Group No experience necessary, just turn up and maybe find a new skill or simply enjoy some mindful relaxation through art. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Friday | 2.00pm – 3.00pm | Children’s Hour A mix of Storytime and Rhymetime activities for the under 5s. Booking not required – for further information visit: What’s On at Trafford Libraries or call 0161 912 3189 5W2WB Connect |
| Last Friday of the month | 10.00am-12.00pm | Sale Sharks at Potters Community Allotment [Currently paused for the winter break, returning from the 27th March 2026.] No experience necessary, Meet at Partington Library & Wellbeing Centre to walk over or meet us at the Potters Community Allotment behind St Mary’s Church. everyone is welcome. For more information Contact Oliver on 07553 836248 or Emma on 07565 159611 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice Give Be Active |
| Saturday | 11.00am – 1.30pm | LEGO® Club Get creative, learn new skills, and have fun at our weekly LEGO® Brick–Building Clubs – includes Duplo® for younger builders so the whole family can join in! Booking not required – for further information visit: What’s On at Trafford Libraries or call 0161 912 3189 5W2WB Connect |