The Places of Welcome movement has been growing rapidly across the UK including having a presence in over 15 locations in the Dudley local authority area.The settings for the Place of Welcome are often already established community centres, coffee mornings, libraries etc that have chosen to become part of the network.
A Place of Welcome is a community space that offers a warm, friendly environment where anyone can go for a cup of tea, a chat, and a sense of belonging. It’s a place where people can connect with others, reduce isolation, and feel welcomed regardless of their circumstances.
A Place of Welcome can make a significant difference to someone experiencing homelessness by:
- Providing a sense of belonging: Offering a warm, welcoming environment where individuals feel accepted and valued.
- Reducing isolation: Creating opportunities for social interaction and connection with others.
- Offering practical support: Providing access to essential resources like hot drinks, food, and information about services.
- Improving mental health: Creating a safe space to relax, reducing feelings of stress and anxiety.
- Building confidence: Helping individuals to rebuild their self-esteem and feel more empowered.
If you are someone who would be interested in attending a Place of Welcome for company, and conversation, then you do not need to book, or bring anything, just turn up and you will be warmly greeted.
Where is my nearest Place of Welcome in Dudley?
| A Place of Welcome offers your neighbourhood a place where everyone can go for a friendly conversation and free refreshments, if and when they need it, all year round.
Springs Community Cafe, Zoar Chapel, Abbey Road, Gornal Wood, Dudley, DY3 2ND – Mondays 09:30 – 14:30 Woodside Internet Centre, Hallchurch Road, Holly Hall, Dudley, DY2 OTQ – Mondays 10:00 – 15:30 CfED’s Community Hub, Holloway Chambers, 28 Priory Street, Dudley, DY1 1HA – Mondays – Thursdays 9:30 – 15:30 FoodCycle, St Francis Church, Laurel Road, Dudley, DY1 3EZ – Tuesdays 13:00 – 14:00 Darkhouse Baptist Church, Darkhouse Lane, Coseley, WV14 8XH – Tuesdays 14:00 – 16:00 The Hub at PHCC, Primrose Hill Community Church, Chapel Street, Netherton, Dudley, DY2 9PN – Wednesdays 9:30 – 12:30 ABC Group, St Augustine’s Church, Hallchurch Road, Holly Hall Dudley, DY2 OTG – Wednesdays 10:00 – 12:00 St Chad’s Church, Oak Street, Coseley, WV14 9TA – Wednesdays 10:15 – 12:00 St Mary the Virgin Parish Church, Gorge Road, Hurst Hill, Sedgley, WV14 9RH – Wednesdays 13:00 – 15:00 Top Church, St Thomas and St Luke’s, High Street, Dudley, DY 1QD – Wednesdays 13:15 – 15:00 Pom-poms for Loneliness, Jack Newell Court, Jevon Street, Coseley, WV14 9LD – Thursdays 10:00 – 12:00 Hasbury Community Church, 26 Albert Road, Halesowen, B63 4SW – Fridays 10:00 – 15:30 Carters Lane Baptist Church, Carters Lane, Halesowen, B62 OBX – Fridays 10:30 – 12:00 Open Door Cafe, Christ Church, High Street, Lye, Stourbridge, DY9 8LF – Fridays 11:00 – 13:00 St John’s Church, Leys Road, Brockmoor, DY5 3UR – Saturdays 10:00 – 12:00 Black Country Mental Health, The Hub, Bushey Fields Hospital Site, Bushey Fields Road, Dudley DY1 2LZ Sundays 15:00 – 17:00 *If arriving by car, please call 07951580792 for site barrier code |
Already have an existing drop-in style activity that you would like to be added to the map or would you like to set up a new Place of Welcome in your community?
Place of Welcome are always looking for more venues to be added to the network.
Along with a commitment to their organisational values, each Place Of Welcome needs a coordinator who can manage it on a week by week basis; acting as the point of contact, supporting volunteers, connecting with the wider Places Of Welcome network, and manage signposting information.
Find out more and how to apply at https://www.placesofwelcome.org.uk/join-us
Places of Welcome is a partnership of Near Neighbours, the Together Network and CUF © 2019