Welcome to Parkinson's UK - Chester & District Branch

Supporting our community with friendship, activities and help.
Are you or someone you know affected by Parkinson's? You'll find a warm welcome here. Join us for singing, socialising, exercise and support.

Regular and Upcoming Events

Singing Group

  • When: Fridays 1-2:30pm

  • Where: St Columba's Church Hall, Plas Newton Lane, CH2 1PL

  • What: Friendly singing sessions to help improve voice, breathing & swallowing - no experience needed, all welcome!

  • Cost: Small voluntary donation for refreshments & room hire

  • Includes: Tea, coffee, biscuits, excellent parking & facilities

  • Just turn up as you are - very welcoming group!

  • Contact: Pat 07941839161 or parkinsonschester@gmail.com

Drop-in Café

  • When: Every 3rd Thursday, 2:30-4pm (unavailable in July and August)

  • Where: Hoole United Reformed Church, Hoole Road, Chester CH2 3NT

  • What: Relaxed meet-up for people with Parkinson's, family, friends & carers; visitors are welcome to bring refreshments

  • Parking: Excellent (note one-way system)

  • Open to all affected by Parkinson's - warm welcome guaranteed!

  • Contact: John Fetherston on fetherston132@gmail.com

Crown Green Bowling

  • When: Wednesdays 2-5pm, March-September season

  • Where: Westminster Park, Hough Lane, Chester, CH4 8JQ

  • Cost: £34.65 annual council fee (covers all local council greens)

  • Equipment: Crown green bowls needed (some available to borrow initially)

  • What to Expect: Mixed gender, no competitions - just relaxed bowling, socializing, and refreshments in the pavilion

  • Contact: Alan Needham on alan.needham52@gmail.com or 07795592957

Coffee and scones

Rossett Hall Hotel, Chester Rd, Rossett, Wrexham LL12 0DE

Thursday 21st August at 10.30am

Tea/coffee, scones, cream & jam

St Columba’s church hall, Plas Newton Ln, Chester CH2 1SA

Fri 26th September at 1pm – September Songs

Lunch

Red Lion, Church Road, Dodleston, Chester CH4 9NG

Wednesday 15th October at 12.30pm

Coffee & some early Christmas shopping!

Bellis’s Garden Centre, Holt, LL13 9YU

Monday 3rd November at 10.30am

Christmas Lunch

Rowton Hall, Rowton Ln, Chester CH3 6AD

Friday 5th December at 12noon

Singing Group

Friendly singing sessions to help improve voice, breathing & swallowing – no experience needed, all welcome!

(Cancelled on July 4 due to unavailability)

Thursday Zoom Chat, Quizzes and Friendship 5pm – 6pm

 

Every Thursday at 5pm we meet online for a chat & maybe a quiz – why not join us?

Email Pam for the link: paminchester@yahoo.co.uk

 

Sponsored Walk

Sunday 21st September. Please sponsor the “Riddell Boys” and their dogs here:

https://www.justgiving.com/page/parkinsonschester

Or scan the QR code

 

 

Booking for social events is essential. Please contact Pam on 01244 376546 or paminchester@yahoo.co.uk

How We Can Help

New to Parkinson's?

Find information and support

Text Updates

Get event reminders: Text your name to 07768146835

Meet Lilly the Lift

See a home lift demonstration

Make a Difference

Your support helps us maintain vital services for people with Parkinson's in Chester and surrounding areas. Every donation makes a real difference to our community.

Alternative: Donate directly - Bank: Parkinsons Disease Soc, Sort: 60-40-08, Account: 01010190

No One Should Face Parkinson's Alone

Whether you're newly diagnosed, caring for someone, or just want to know more, we're here to help. Get in touch today.