Parents and Carers Events
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| Wednesday 15th July 2026
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[Community First] is working in partnership with [Age UK Wiltshire], Alzheimer’s Support, Wiltshire Service Users Network, Citizens Advice Wiltshire and Wessex Community Action, under the umbrella, ‘Carers Together Wiltshire’.
Community First will be hosting parent carer support groups both face to face and online each month.
The date for the next Devizes group is:
• Wednesday 15th July 2026 - 10:30am - 12:00pm, The Bear Hotel, 2-3 The Market Place, Devizes SN10 1HS
No need to book.
For future dates and groups in other areas, please click [HERE]
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| Other for ages
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| Tuesday 21st July 2026
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The Comfort Cafe, Trowbridge & Westbury - A Space for Neurodivergent and Socially Anxious Women (aged 18+)
Feeling Anxious? Come along to the Comfort Cafe and have a chat with people who understand.
Emmanuel's Yard
Fortnightly (Fridays - next dates: 29th May, 12th June, 26th June, 10th July, 24th July, 7th August, 21st August)
10:00am - 12:00pm
Emmanuel's Yard is located at Church Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8RZ. It is a community building and church building.
The Old Town Hall
Monthly (Mondays - next dates: 22nd June, 27th July, 31st August).
6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Old Town Hall is located on Market Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8EQ
Leigh Park Community Centre, Westbury
Fortnightly (Tuesdays - next dates: 9th June, 23rd June, 7th July, 21st July, 4th August, 18th August).
10:30am - 12:30pm
Leigh Park Community Centre is located on Leigh Park Way, Westbury BA13 3FN
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| Other for ages
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| Tuesday 21st July 2026
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Self-Help Group for Unpaid Carers in Lyneham and Bradenstoke
The Toucan Café is a self-help group for unpaid carers that meets monthly on the third Tuesday of the month, from 10:30am to 12:00pm.
Health professionals and members of support organisations visit the cafe on invitation, to help with advice and support.
You can be sure of a warm welcome, join for a coffee/tea, hosted by Sue, John and Stevie.
Meetings are held alternatively at The Cross Keys Inn, Bradenstoke and Cotswold House, Lyneham.
Upcoming dates
The Cross Keys Inn, Bradenstoke on:
- Tuesday 17th March 2026
- Tuesday 19th May 2026
- Tuesday 21st July 2026
- Tuesday 15th September 2026
- Tuesday 17th November 2026
Cotswold House, Lyneham on:
- Tuesday 20th January 2026
- Tuesday 17th February 2026
- Tuesday 21st April 2026
- Tuesday 16th June 2026
- Tuesday 19th August 2026
- Tuesday 20th October 2026
See the [Bradenstoke and Lyneham Toucan Café webpage] for more dates and information.
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| Other for ages
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| Friday 24th July 2026
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The Comfort Cafe, Trowbridge & Westbury - A Space for Neurodivergent and Socially Anxious Women (aged 18+)
Feeling Anxious? Come along to the Comfort Cafe and have a chat with people who understand.
Emmanuel's Yard
Fortnightly (Fridays - next dates: 29th May, 12th June, 26th June, 10th July, 24th July, 7th August, 21st August)
10:00am - 12:00pm
Emmanuel's Yard is located at Church Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8RZ. It is a community building and church building.
The Old Town Hall
Monthly (Mondays - next dates: 22nd June, 27th July, 31st August).
6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Old Town Hall is located on Market Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8EQ
Leigh Park Community Centre, Westbury
Fortnightly (Tuesdays - next dates: 9th June, 23rd June, 7th July, 21st July, 4th August, 18th August).
10:30am - 12:30pm
Leigh Park Community Centre is located on Leigh Park Way, Westbury BA13 3FN
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| Other for ages
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| Monday 27th July 2026
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The Comfort Cafe, Trowbridge & Westbury - A Space for Neurodivergent and Socially Anxious Women (aged 18+)
Feeling Anxious? Come along to the Comfort Cafe and have a chat with people who understand.
Emmanuel's Yard
Fortnightly (Fridays - next dates: 29th May, 12th June, 26th June, 10th July, 24th July, 7th August, 21st August)
10:00am - 12:00pm
Emmanuel's Yard is located at Church Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8RZ. It is a community building and church building.
The Old Town Hall
Monthly (Mondays - next dates: 22nd June, 27th July, 31st August).
6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Old Town Hall is located on Market Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8EQ
Leigh Park Community Centre, Westbury
Fortnightly (Tuesdays - next dates: 9th June, 23rd June, 7th July, 21st July, 4th August, 18th August).
10:30am - 12:30pm
Leigh Park Community Centre is located on Leigh Park Way, Westbury BA13 3FN
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| Other for ages
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| Tuesday 28th July 2026
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Meet and Chat to other Carers in Salisbury
If you are an unpaid carer who finds it difficult to attend daytime groups, Carer Corner may be just what you are looking for.
Carer Corner is new initiative that is being offered in partnership between Carers Together Wiltshire and Alabaré Riverside Sanctuary.
Come along for a chat, relax and catch-up with other unpaid carers; it’s all about connecting, having fun and looking after your mental well-being!
No need to book – just turn up on the day.
Please Note:- New visitors to the Sanctuary will need to register on arrival.
Carer Corner takes place at:- Riverside Sanctuary, 2 Watt Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire from 7:00pm - 9:00pm.
Next sessions:-
• Tuesday 5th May 2026
• Tuesday 2nd June 2026
• Tuesday 30th June 2026
• Tuesday 28th July 2026
For more details and to double-check dates, please visit their [website]
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| Other for ages
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| Thursday 30th July 2026
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[Community First] is working in partnership with [Age UK Wiltshire], Alzheimer’s Support, Wiltshire Service Users Network, Citizens Advice Wiltshire and Wessex Community Action, under the umbrella, ‘Carers Together Wiltshire’.
Community First will be hosting parent carer support groups both face to face and online each month.
The dates for the face-to-face groups can be found [HERE].
Parent Carer Virtual Groups in 2026
Informal and friendly online meeting. Chat and connect with other Parent Carers.
• Thursday 30th July 2026 (7:00pm-8:00pm. Drop in)
For the virtual sessions, please email jo.hiller-culley@carerstogetherwiltshire.org.uk for the link.
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| Other for ages
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| Tuesday 4th August 2026
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The Comfort Cafe, Trowbridge & Westbury - A Space for Neurodivergent and Socially Anxious Women (aged 18+)
Feeling Anxious? Come along to the Comfort Cafe and have a chat with people who understand.
Emmanuel's Yard
Fortnightly (Fridays - next dates: 29th May, 12th June, 26th June, 10th July, 24th July, 7th August, 21st August)
10:00am - 12:00pm
Emmanuel's Yard is located at Church Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8RZ. It is a community building and church building.
The Old Town Hall
Monthly (Mondays - next dates: 22nd June, 27th July, 31st August).
6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Old Town Hall is located on Market Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8EQ
Leigh Park Community Centre, Westbury
Fortnightly (Tuesdays - next dates: 9th June, 23rd June, 7th July, 21st July, 4th August, 18th August).
10:30am - 12:30pm
Leigh Park Community Centre is located on Leigh Park Way, Westbury BA13 3FN
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| Other for ages
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| Wednesday 5th August 2026
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Devizes SEND Parent Carer Walking Group
Devizes SEND Parent Carer Walking Group run gentle, friendly walks for SEND parent carers in the Devizes area. The aim is to offer a bit of fresh air, connection, and a supportive space for anyone who needs it. There’s no pressure and no expectations — just a chance to meet others who understand the challenges of caring.
The upcoming walk date is:
• Wednesday 5th August — 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Meet at Greggs Garden Industrial Estate - then walk a loop around Quakers Walk and back.
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| Other for ages
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| Friday 7th August 2026
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The Comfort Cafe, Trowbridge & Westbury - A Space for Neurodivergent and Socially Anxious Women (aged 18+)
Feeling Anxious? Come along to the Comfort Cafe and have a chat with people who understand.
Emmanuel's Yard
Fortnightly (Fridays - next dates: 29th May, 12th June, 26th June, 10th July, 24th July, 7th August, 21st August)
10:00am - 12:00pm
Emmanuel's Yard is located at Church Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8RZ. It is a community building and church building.
The Old Town Hall
Monthly (Mondays - next dates: 22nd June, 27th July, 31st August).
6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Old Town Hall is located on Market Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8EQ
Leigh Park Community Centre, Westbury
Fortnightly (Tuesdays - next dates: 9th June, 23rd June, 7th July, 21st July, 4th August, 18th August).
10:30am - 12:30pm
Leigh Park Community Centre is located on Leigh Park Way, Westbury BA13 3FN
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| Other for ages
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