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What’s On at Partington Library & Wellbeing Centre
If you would like to join in any of these activities but feel a bit unsure, just pop in or contact us and one of our friendly colleagues will meet and introduce you.
As you may know, the government changed their restrictions and guidance around Covid. As such, we have adapted our policies and procedures to reflect the new guidance.
We know the changes will have left some of us nervous about re-joining groups and accessing services at the centre, so here is a list of the ways we are continuing to make your visit to the centre safe:
• room capacities have been reduced and we are asking activity leaders and partners to ventilate rooms where possible.
• Our QR codes are available for visitors to check in at the centres.
• We are encouraging our staff to continue regularly testing themselves for Covid.
• All staff, volunteers and visitors are required to wear masks when walking around the building and in areas of low ventilation.
• sanitiser stations are located around the building.
For more information you can contact us on 0161 775 1912, email activities@bluesci.org.uk, or pop in to ask at our reception.
Activities going on in the centre
| Day | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10.00am - 3.00pm | Citizens Advice Drop-in To chat through your situation and discuss support options. |
| Monday | 10:30am - 12:30pm | Tea & Tech Want to learn new digital skills? Have a question about your device? Have a brew with us at Tea & Tech & get the help you need! Whether you're an absolute beginner or want to find out more about free SIMs & affordable broadband, we're here to help you. (Bring your own device or borrow one of ours.) Contact Cass at 07874136019 or cassie@bluesci.org.uk |
| Monday (monthly) | 10.30am - 12:30pm | Trafford Carers Drop-in First Monday of every month. Supporting unpaid carers from ages 5 and up. |
| 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. The next topic is the theme around Sense of Self |
| Tuesdays (excluding the 3rd Tuesday of each month) | 10am-1pm | Employment Support Drop-in Are you in work, at risk of losing your job, or unemployed but looking to return to work? If you have a mental or physical health condition, we can offer free support tailored to your needs. Together, we'll create a 1:1 plan to help you move forward. Support can last 8-12 weeks and may include: Returining to or maintaining employment, B enefit advice and support, Signposting to other services, Mental health advice and guidance. From the 9th Sept 25 to 9th Dec 25. At Partington Library & Welling Centre, Come along and see how we can support you. |
| Tuesday | 10am-11.50am | Free art workshops. 9 weeks of freestyle art games. Touching on Surrealism, Cubism, Expressionism & Collage. All materials provided. Starting 2nd September |
| Tuesday | 12.00pm - 1.00pm | Trafford Leisure Centres Games & Fitness Free, open to all levels of fitness. Contact Mark Pearson 0161 749 2570 or mark.pearson@traffordleisure.co.uk to secure your place. |
| Tuesday | 2.00pm - 4.00pm | Knit & Natter Held every first and third Tuesday of the month. Whether you're an experienced knitter or a complete beginner, join our Knit and Natter group for crafting, conversation, and community! Needles & wool provided. |
| Wednesday | 10:30am-12:30pm | Bushcraft Sessions Hand's, nature-based activities for all adults. Builds skills, confidence, and community in a relaxed outdoor setting. Starting the 3rd of September. |
| 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. |
| Thursday | 10.00am - 12.00pm | Potter's Community Allotment 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. Pausing for Winter, finishing on 6th November2025, Returning from winter break on 26th February 2026 |
| Thursday | 9:30am-10:30am | Trafford Leisure Centres Games & Fitness Free, open to all levels of fitness. Contact Mark Pearson 0161 749 2570 or mark.pearson@traffordleisure.co.uk to secure your place. |
| Thursday | 1.00pm - 3.00pm | Women's craft group No experience necessary. Contact 07999 516448 if you are interested in attending. |
| Thursday (monthly) | 2:00pm-3:30pm | String of hearts next group commencing 19th April and monthly thereafter. Have a go at singing, writing lyrics and playing simple instruments with local musicians. No musical experience required. To sign up contact Lucy at String of Hearts: 07392 154 743 lucy@stringofhearts.co.uk |
| Friday | 10:50am-11:50am | Free Weekly Yoga Sessions Join us for gentle, grounding yoga-free and open to all. No experience needed. Just bring yourself. Mats provided. No obligations-donations welcome if you'd like to support the sessions. |
| Friday | 9.30am - 10.30am | Move to Music Dance and Fitness Class You will improve your fitness, learn new exercises, and have fun all at the same time. We can’t wait to see your moves! |
| 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. |
| Last Friday of the month | 10am-12pm | Sale Sharks at Potters Community Allotment 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 Last session for the season is 31/10/25. First session back 27/03/26 |
Activities you have to book in advance
| Day | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday (held in Partington once every 2 months) | 10.00am - 12.30pm | Ready for a change?, Intuitive Recovery is a short course aimed at helping you find freedom from any addiction or habit. The course runs over 4 days 10:00-12:30pm and is held in Partington once every 2 months. Call 07999 516448 for more details or to book. |
| Tuesdays (Starting 17th June 2025) | 9.30am - 10.30am | Chair Based Yoga. A chair based and standing exercise class. No experience needed. Suitable for all abilities. No equipment required. Wear comfortable clothing and non- slip footwear. Combining yoga stretching, resistance and sequences of movements to help develop flexibility, improve balance, build strength and enhance wellbeing. Benefits: • Improved Balance & Coordination: by strengthening key muscles to improve physical steadiness. • Increased Flexibility: Gently loosen stiff joints and enhance mobility. • Stronger Muscles: Build leg and core strength for better support and control. • Boost Confidence: Move with more ease. • Relaxation & Improve Focus: using flow sequences of movements to calm the mind, help improve concentration and body awareness. Facilitated by experienced instructor: Jacquie Wells. Jacquie is an experienced instructor and leads classes across Trafford, including with Trafford Leisure. Cost: Free. Full instruction is given, and refreshments are provided after each session. For more information, to ask questions and to get a place, please contact Bluesci Partington team: 07999 516448 |
Activities Happening Online
Zoom is a free video conferencing service that lets you talk with friends and family from all over the world.
As well as being able to keep in touch with loved ones, there are all kinds of group meetings and events taking place over Zoom. During the Covid-19 restrictions, video services such as Zoom have been used to allow virtual gatherings and 121s where physical distancing would otherwise mean these would be cancelled.
Click here for a list of activities that you can join online.
If you need help accessing any online activities or you would like to use one of our computers, please contact the centre on 0161 775 1912 or email activities@bluesci.org.uk and we can book you in for a 121 session.
Free Sanitary Towels
Sanitary towels are available in our toilets and are free for visitors to take thanks to Go With The Flow. Please help yourself.