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Monday 9:30am - 8pm Tuesday 9:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9:30am - 8pm Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm Friday 9:30am - 4:30pm Saturday 9:30am - 4:30pm Sunday 9:30am - 4:30pm

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THE SOCIAL LOUNGE AND CHERWELL PET FARM

Cherwell Centre
Cherwell Avenue
Heywood
OL10 4SY (Small Fee).

The Social Lounge is a community based project and is located in the Chewell Centre
The Social Lounge and Cherwell Pet Farm is open to the public. Please Call in for a brew and chat or take part in one of our activities. There is also a drop in charge at 60p per day per person. Monday
Funky fun and fitness, bingo and disco night
Tuesday
Ladies day - come along and have a pampering
Policies group - get involved in maing information accessible for all
Wednesday
Arts and crafts and drama group
Thursday
Numeracy and literacy, knitting and Massage
Friday
Movies and pool competiton

Open all weekend - join us on sunday for a sunday lunch and pudding.

26/09/2026

🎃👻 HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR! 👻🎃
🕷️ SATURDAY 31ST OCTOBER 2026 🕷️
📍 Social Lounge
Cherwell Centre, OL10 4SY
⏰ 12PM – 4PM
Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon of Halloween fun! 🎃
👻 SPOOKY BINGO
🎯 HALLOWEEN GAMES
🍎 DUNK THE APPLE
💘 SPEED DATING
🍹 FULLY LICENSED BAR
🧛 SPOOKY IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE – IF YOU DARE!
🍢 DRACULA KEBAB
🍰 SCARY HALLOWEEN DESSERT
🎶 DJ TRACY
🏆🌾 SCARECROW FEST WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT! 🌾🏆
After running throughout September & October, our Scarecrow Fest competition comes to an exciting finale!
🎃 The winning scarecrow will be announced during our Halloween Spooktacular on Saturday 31st October! 🎃
Who will take home the Scarecrow Fest crown? 👑🌾👻
💷 £10 PER PERSON
Come dressed in your scariest, funniest or most creative Halloween outfit and join us for an afternoon packed with music, food, games and spooky surprises!
🕸️ DARE TO ENTER THE IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE?
There’s only one way to find out…👻 IF YOU DARE! 👻
Tickets on sale now .. see one of our social lounge team

24/07/2026

🎉 SOCIAL LOUNGE UPDATE! 🎉

Now that our fantastic "Don't Stop Me Now" show has come to an end, we're excited to keep the fun going every Wednesday evening at the Social Lounge!

⭐ Wednesday 29th July
🕔 5:00pm – 7:00pm
🎤 Applications Open for PossAbilities Got Talent!
Have you got a talent to share? Singing, dancing, comedy, magic, poetry or something completely unique – we'd love to see it!

⭐ Wednesday 5th August
🕔 5:00pm – 7:00pm
📝 Final Chance to Apply!
Applications remain open, so don't miss your opportunity to take part.

⭐ Wednesday 12th August
🕔 From 5:00pm
🌟 PossAbilities Got Talent Begins!
Our first performers will take to the stage as the competition gets underway. Come along to cheer on our amazing contestants and enjoy a fantastic evening of entertainment.

📍 Social Lounge
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Everyone is welcome to come along and support our talented performers.

Who will be crowned the first PossAbilities Got Talent Champion? 🏆✨

24/06/2026

🌞 Important Notice – Show Rehearsals Cancelled Tonight 🌞

Due to the current heatwave and in the interests of everyone’s health, safety and wellbeing, tonight’s show rehearsals have been cancelled.

Please ensure that anyone you support is informed as soon as possible.

We know many people look forward to rehearsals each week, but with temperatures remaining exceptionally high, we feel this is the safest decision for everyone involved.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and look after yourselves and those around you. 💙

Thank you for your understanding.

☀️💧

19/01/2026

☕ Blue Brew Monday – Your Ideas Matter 💙

Fancy a brew and a good chat? Join us at the Social Lounge, Cherwell Centre on today 19th January at 1pm for Blue Brew Monday with our support officers.

This is your chance to relax, connect, and share what’s important to you. We’ll be chatting about:
💙 The positives from 2025
✨ Your hopes and ideas for 2026
☕ New ideas – including hosting a Blue Brew Monday in your own area

No pressure, no agenda – just friendly conversation, warm drinks, and planning the future together.

Pop in, grab a cuppa, and be part of the conversation.
We’d love to see you there 💬

30/10/2025

🎃 Important Update 👻
The Social Lounge will be closing early today at 4PM to make way for our Halloween Party! 🕷️🕸️

We appreciate your understanding and can’t wait to see you later for a night full of spooky fun at The Woodside! 🧛‍♀️🪩🦇

29/10/2025

🎃 Heads up, everyone! 👻
The Thursday Group on 30th October will not be running as we’ll be celebrating at the Halloween Party at The Woodside! 🕸️🕷️

Please note:
🕓 The Social Lounge will close at 4PM on the day.

Get ready for spooky fun and festive vibes — see you at the party! 🪩🧛‍♂️🦇

28/10/2025

Thank u all for the lovely birthday wishes xx

27/10/2025

🎉 Happy Birthday, Julie! 🎂

Today we’re celebrating the fabulous Julie Ashforth! 💜 From cooking up delicious meals in The Social Lounge 🍲 to always being there with a listening ear and supporting those who need a helping hand — you truly make a difference every single day.

From all of us at The Social Lounge and PossAbilities we hope you have an amazing birthday filled with love, laughter, and cake! 🎈🎁💐

17/06/2025

🎉🎂 Birthday cheers to John from PossAbilities London House, who celebrated his 65th birthday on Monday!

John marked the special milestone surrounded by smiles, laughter, and plenty of cake. Here’s to a fantastic year ahead and many more happy birthdays to come! 🥳🎈

Address

Cherwell Centre Cherwell Avenue Heywood
Manchester
OL10

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 8pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 8pm
Thursday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Sunday	9:30am - 4:30pm

Website

http://www.PossAbilities.org.uk/

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