Social & Support Groups
Social Groups
Lerryn WI welcomes new members and invites you to “try before you buy”. We have a speaker every month apart from March and May which are, respectively, our annual and resolution meetings and visitors are always welcome to join us (including men).
Meets in the Lerryn Memorial Hall at 7.15pm on the first Wednesday of every month except August
Contact: Catherine Murphy, Secretary, on 01208 871195
Lostwithiel Womens Institute
Contact: Val Strout, Chair, on 01208 872359
Lostwithiel Ladies
Contact: Joy Stephens on 01208 873456
Lost Ladies with Babies
Now with over 60 local members, the ‘Lost Ladies with Babies’ group on Facebook is the one-stop-shop for parents and carers of babies and toddlers in Lostwithiel. Ask for advice, share your experiences, exchange information about local groups and events and arrange meet ups. The page includes a helpful list of recurring weekly and monthly groups, ideal for new parents or those new to the town. It’s free for all! Search for the group name on Facebook or click here.
Activity Groups
Walk and Talk
Walk and Talk is a friendly group designed for Christians, and those exploring faith to meet and discuss within the glorious Cornish countryside.
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/walkandtalkcornwall/
Health & Support Groups
Contact: Martin Austen 01208 872490 or Geoffrey Phipps 01208 871470
Meets every other Thursday at Lostwithiel Community Centre 2pm - 4pm. Supports people living with dementia and their carers.
The Day Club (For people living with memory loss)
Contact: Kate: 07813886706/ Laura 01208 871683
Meets Wednesdays 10am - 4pm at Lostwithiel Community Centre. Emphasis is on structured activity and occupation. Facilitated by trained Activity Workers with an understanding of memory loss and evidence-based approaches. Home cooked lunch.
Confidential help for those who wish to stop drinking alcohol.
Tel: 0845 769 7555
British Legion
Contact: Bill & Ruth Needs on 01208 872884
Cancer Research UK - Lostwithiel And District
Raises money for Cancer Research UK through fund-raising events.
Contact: Chris Dimond - Chairman Telephone 01208 871784
Complementary treatments at subsidised prices to families in need. Offering homeopathy, cranial osteopathy and acupuncture.
Location: The Market Building, Pleyber Christ Way, Lostwithiel, PL22 0HA
Contact: Kate Hands, Principle of Clinic, on 01208 872867
Support group for head injured, their families, carers, friends. Various activities and outings. Home visits via the outreach worker. This support group is informal and everyone is welcome.
Location: Oasis Centre, Lostwithiel Community Centre, Liddicoat Road, Lostwithiel, PL22 0HE
Opening Hours: Mon 10am-4pm & Weds 10am-4pm
Contact: Mrs Frances Colliver, Centre Manager on 01208 873567 / 01726 814663
Welcome Group
Welcome Group are a mental health support drop-in group run by Rural Community Links Project. They meet at the Scout Hut on Fridays 10am - 12.30. For more information please call 01726 821858.