Our Events
January 2026
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Tai Chi classes take place every Friday at the Essex Unitarian Church, 112 Palace Garden Terrace, W8 4RT at 11 a.m. - 12:15 pm
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Chair Exercises take place every Monday afternoon at Binbrook House, Sutton Way, Dalgarno Gardens, North Kensington, W10 5HF and Cremorne Sheltered Housing, Jean Darling & Chelsea Farm Houses, Milman Street, Chelsea, London, SW10 0BY
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Art Classes Every Monday at Cremorne Sheltered Clubrooms. Please call 0203 719 4954 to book.
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From Papyrus to Paperback: Thursday 29th January at 2-3:30 pm. Holy Trinity Sloane Square, 146 Sloane Street, London SW1X 9BZ.
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Tai Chi classes take place every Friday at the Essex Unitarian Church, 112 Palace Garden Terrace, W8 4RT at 11 a.m. - 12:15 pm
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Chair Exercises take place every Monday afternoon at Binbrook House, Sutton Way, Dalgarno Gardens, North Kensington, W10 5HF and Cremorne Sheltered Housing, Jean Darling & Chelsea Farm Houses, Milman Street, Chelsea, London, SW10 0BY
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Art Classes Every Monday at Cremorne Sheltered Clubrooms. Please call 0203 719 4954 to book.
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Digital Hub at the Brompton Library Please call 0203 719 4954 to book.
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Brain Science as the Key to Our Mental Health. Thursday 5th February, 2pm. St Mary Abbots Centre, W8.
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Art & Jewels: Beauty, Status and Symbolism through the Ages.: Thursday 19th February at 2-3:30 pm. Holy Trinity Sloane Square, 146 Sloane Street, London SW1X 9BZ.
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Tai Chi classes take place every Friday at the Essex Unitarian Church, 112 Palace Garden Terrace, W8 4RT at 11 a.m. - 12:15 pm
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Chair Exercises take place every Monday afternoon at Binbrook House, Sutton Way, Dalgarno Gardens, North Kensington, W10 5HF and Cremorne Sheltered Housing, Jean Darling & Chelsea Farm Houses, Milman Street, Chelsea, London, SW10 0BY
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Art Classes Every Monday at Cremorne Sheltered Clubrooms. Please call 0203 719 4954 to book.
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Digital Hub at the Brompton Library Please call 0203 719 4954 to book.
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An Adventure in Transylvania: Thursday 5th March at 2-3:30 pm. Holy Trinity Sloane Square, 146 Sloane Street, London SW1X 9BZ.
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Medical Benefits of Fragrances. Thursday 26th March, 2pm. St Mary Abbots Centre, W8. Dr John King
Please call 0203 719 4954 if you require further information or to book your attendance
Discover the fascinating story of books through the ages — from ancient Egyptian papyrus to modern art bindings. Join us for an illuminating and hands-on journey through the fascinating history of books — from the earliest writings on Egyptian papyrus to the intricate craftsmanship of medieval bindings and the emergence of the modern paperback. You have the opportunity to handle samples of materials such as wood, linen thread, leather, and handmade paper — a rare chance to engage directly with the textures and techniques that have defined bookmaking for millennia.
In this richly illustrated talk, Paul Henry explores how the evolution of materials, tools, and artistry has shaped the book as both a vessel of knowledge and a work of art. You’ll discover examples of all the major styles of bookbinding across the centuries — from parchment and leather to wood, thread, and hand-tooled decoration — and even experience the tactile beauty of contemporary art bindings made from glass, ceramics, knitted cloth, carved wood, and silk.
February 2026
A basic understanding of brain function can really help us to understand ourselves and how to keep ourselves mentally healthy.
In this fascinating talk our speaker outlines key areas of brain function and their implications for our wider health covering how and why anxiety is generated, how phobias work and what we can do to help ourselves.
Our speaker, John Black from Beechwood Therapy is a qualified psychotherapist. His background is in secondary education where he worked for many years training teachers, as an Assistant Headteacher and in Children's Safeguarding. He now works with people of all ages to tackle a range of issues from anxiety to weight management, from PTSD to pain management and phobias.
This visually rich talk explores how jewellery has conveyed beauty, power, and identity throughout history. Across three themed sections, the talk examines the dazzling jewels of Marie Antoinette as symbols of political power and propaganda; the enduring status of pearls as emblems of purity, prestige, and authority; and the use of gold in art as both a marker of wealth and a creative expression of the artist’s vision. Together, these stories reveal how jewels—whether worn, painted, or imagined—carry meanings far beyond their sparkle. Presented by Roberta, founder of Art Tours with a Theme (ART wiT), the talk combines scholarly insight with warmth, humour, and infectious enthusiasm.
March 2026
Join photographer and ecologist Doug Kennedy on a captivating journey through the landscapes, wildlife, and culture of Transylvania, a lesser-known region of Romania nestled in the Carpathian Mountains. Drawing on a ten-day expedition, the talk features stunning photographs of dramatic mountains, traditional wooden churches, rare orchids, bears, and high-altitude wildlife hides. Informative yet highly accessible, this illustrated talk offers a fascinating introduction to a beautiful and little-visited part of Europe, brought vividly to life through Doug’s expert storytelling and photography.
This fascinating and sensory talk explores the powerful connection between scent, memory, mood, and wellbeing. Retired NHS consultant and olfaction researcher Dr John King explains how fragrances can promote relaxation, evoke memories through reminiscence therapy, and even influence appetite through the interaction between scent and flavour. The session includes live demonstrations using fragrance strips, with samples available to take away, making it both informative and immersive. Drawing on decades of medical, scientific, and broadcast experience, this talk offers a unique insight into the therapeutic potential of scent. Our speaker, Dr John King is a retired doctor, scientific researcher, writer and broadcaster. He qualified in chemistry and later in medicine at the University of Leeds, and his postgraduate training in London. He was for 25 years an NHS consultant in psychological medicine in the west midlands, with research and publications on anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder. He was part of Warwick University's Olfaction Research Group, developing specialised fragrances evocative of natural environments such as the seashore, to help people relax and combat anxiety. This proved a popular subject, and he contributed to a series of broadcasts including Radio 4's "Medicine Now" and the BBC's "Tomorrow's World". Currently he holds an honorary research fellowship at Warwick Medical School. He is a member of the British Society of Perfumers with interests both in new aromatic materials and the reconstruction of the lost perfumes of yesteryear. He has many perfume reviews and articles published.
Please contact us on 0203 719 4954 to join our membership or for more information about our events
