Friendship Group

Friend Finder Official helps children who miss a lot of time at school due to chronic illness and disability come together to make friends.

The African Women’s Forum (AWF) was founded in 1995 to provide opportunities for social contact, communication and emotional support for African women in Portsmouth, directly replicating the support that would have been provided by closely related women in African societies.
AWF also works with local communities and organizations to increase inter-cultural understanding between Africans and the wider community.

The African Women's Forum's main aim is to provide opportunities for mutual communication by having social contact as well as emotional support for African Women residing in Portsmouth.

Baffins Pond Association is an environmental charity set up to care for our local environment. We hold events during the year and Car Boot Sales from May to September.

Opening hours - The Community Garden is open Saturdays from 12 noon to 4pm. We have a kiosk selling drinks, sweets and ice creams.

New members and volunteers very welcome

Social Welfare needs & community development for the Bangladeshi Community in Portsmouth

Weekly coffee morning and monthly lunch. There is no charge but donations are welcome

Chat over Chai is an informal, informative and independent committee led Community group for adults (18+) which aims to support physical, mental and emotional well-being whilst reducing social isolation.

We are a welcoming, friendly and diverse group who come together weekly on Thursdays for a stimulating programme of talks, courses and events, enhancing our learning in many subject areas and increasing our knowledge of facilities and services available in the City of Portsmouth and local area.

Regular session times Thursdays 12.30 – 2.30 Thursdays, no need to book, just drop in.

Suggested voluntary contribution £1.00 per session

The Cozy Corner Cafe, at The Bradbury Centre, Age UK Portsmouth, we are a registered warm and safe space, inviting everyone to come and enjoy friendly atmosphere.

Open Monday to Friday from 9am to 2:30pm, our cafe offers a perfect spot to relax, grab a delicious bite and connect with your community. We often welcome other agencies to host evets, creating opportunities for collaboration and engagement. Whether its workshops, informational sessions, or social gatherings, our cafe serves as a welcoming venue for all.

Come by and see what's happening.

If you enjoy crafting or would like to learn a new crafting skill, pop along to a craft club. We recommend you ring the library first to check the club is running that week.

We help people through one of the most painful times in life – with bereavement support, information and campaigning.

Our Helpline is run by trained bereavement volunteers, who offer emotional support to anyone affected by grief.

We’ll give you space to talk about your feelings and how you’ve been coping. Our volunteers are completely non-judgemental and won’t share what you’ve told them with anyone else, unless you are in danger.

The Eastern European Community in Portsmouth is a welcoming network that brings together people from across Eastern Europe who have made Portsmouth their home. Our organisation aims to celebrate culture, support integration, and strengthen connections between communities. We provide a space where traditions are shared, friendships are built, and voices are heard. Through events, support services, and cultural activities, we help individuals and families feel a sense of belonging while enriching the diverse life of our city.