The Bible Series - a six session course

A simple journey through the big story of the Bible. No previous knowledge required.

Monday evenings in Church, 7-8pm, starting on 5th January. All are welcome, just come along to any session you would like to attend

Silent Book Club

Join St Michael's first Open Church Silent Book Club on Thursday 19th February starting at 2.30pm and every 3rd Thursday of the month. There is no assigned book just grab your current choice of reading, head down to church, order a drink and cake then settle down to an hours uninterrupted, sustained reading. After that you can stick around and socialise, maybe share something about your chosen book but there’s no pressure to hang about. 

Begin Well - Free Antenatal Classes

Starting Monday 23rd February at 7pm. Expecting a baby in the Spring or have a friend who is?

The course covers: Birth and Labour preparation, Feeding baby (breastfeeding and bottle feeding), Caring for baby (safe sleep, nappies, bathing, soothing), Postpartum health and wellbeing, and preparing your relationship for the changes of having a child. For more info & to sign up: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/begin-well-17306202307 

Who Let the Dad's Out?

10-11.30am on Saturday 28th February at St Michael's. A welcoming group for all kinds of dads, grandads, father-figures and their children up to 8 years old. Join us for free play, hot drinks and bacon sandwiches. £2 suggested donation per family. 

Bubble Church

9.30-10am on Sunday 15th March at St Michael's. Bubble Church is a free, puppet-packed, Jesus-centred, coffee-and-food-fuelled, 30 minutes kids & families' adventure. Every 3rd Sunday of the month. Book if possible at www.bubblechurch.org

Good Quality, Nearly New Clothes Sale

6-9pm on Friday 6th March at St Michael's. Entry £3 which includes a glass of wine or soft drink. 

10am-12noon on Saturday 7th March sale and coffee morning - come and pick up even bigger bargains! Proceeds to Hospicecare & St Michael's

Alphington Health Walks

Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10.30am a volunteer-led walk sets off from Ide Lane Surgery, Alphington, Exeter EX2 8UP. Grade 1 walk for approximately 30-45 minutes. Donations accepted. No need to book. For more info: https://www.westbank.org.uk/alphington-health-walk 

Community Cafe

10.15 - 11.45am on the first Thursday of the month at Alphington Lodge, EX2 8XH.  We’d love for you to join us for a warm drink, delicious cakes and snacks, and a friendly chat.

It’s a wonderful chance to meet new friends in the community and enjoy a relaxed morning together.

Free Peer Support Group

10.30am-12noon on Thursday 26th February on Zoom. Want to know what our online groups are like, but not sure which one to join?

Why not join us on our 'Open to all' Peer Support group! It's a great way to meet and chat with other unpaid carers online for mutual support. For more information visit: https://devoncarers.org.uk/support/peer-support/. To book your place, email: peer.support@devoncarers.org.uk  

Police Neighbourhood Beat Manager at Chatterbox

Come along to Chatterbox (9am-12noon) this Friday, 27th February and meet Emma Osborne. Your chance to ask questions and get to know her. She'll be joining at about 9.30am.

Parent Carers Meet Up

10.30am-12noon on Friday 27th February at Coffee on the Corner, Main Road, Exminster EX6 8DF. Are you a Parent Carer of a child or young person who has (or may have) Special Educational Needs and disabilities (SEND), long-term illness or other additional needs? 

This will be an opportunity to chat with other Parent Carers for mutual peer support, share experiences and feel understood by people who are in similar situations.

We will have exclusive use of the café, and tea and coffee will be provided FREE! For more information, please contact us by email parentcarers@westbank.org.uk 

or call 01392 824752.

This service is run by Westbank Community Health and Care, the charity that delivers Devon Carers.

Bake Sale & Bring&Buy Fundraiser

10.30am - 12.30pm on Saturday 28th February at 58 High Street, Ide, EX2 9RW. Please join for tea, coffee, soft drinks and cake. Taking donations at same address.

Quiz Night

Doors open at 7pm, Quiz starts at 8pm on Saturday 28th February at the Royal British Legion, Alphington. £18 per team of 6 or £3 per person. Raising money and awareness for cancer.

Workshop on maximising filming with your phone

6-8pm 6th March at 1 Northleigh House, Thorverton Road,  Marsh Barton, EX2 8HF. Learn how to how to harness the power of your mobile phone to create simple but impactful videos for your community group through the free app, InShot. Please note: This training is for those who manage the social media presence of a community group in Devon. The Wilder Communities team at Devon Wildlife Trust are working with Devon Communities Together to give you this FREE session. For more info and to book: https://www.devonwildlifetrust.org/events/2026-03-03-inshot-training-maximise-filming-your-phone 

Contact: Katie Wilkinson

kwilkinson@devonwildlifetrust.org

Wellness Fair

10am-4pm on Saturday 7th March at Exminster Victory Hall, EX6 8DF. Tasters and treatments from a wide variety of holistic practitioners. FREE entry. 

The People of Exeter with Dr Todd Gray in conversation with special guests

2-5pm on Saturday 7th March at St Thomas Church Hall, EX2 9BQ. Join for a community lunch and an afternoon of thought-provoking conversation led by Dr Todd Gray, Professor in Archeaology and History at the Uni of Exeter. The emphasis will be on the difference you can make. Exeter's African Choir will be joining! Tickets from £3.96. Book via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-people-of-exeter-with-dr-todd-gray-in-conversation-with-special-guests-tickets-1981608454230 

Yoga Sound

6.30-8pm on Saturday 7th March at Exminster Victory Hall, EX6 8DF. Hatha yoga with Kismattu (for all abilities) Sound alchemy. £22pp. For more info: darcysophiaholistic@gmail.com 

Seasonal Circle

7-9pm on Monday 9th March at  West Town Farm, Ide EX2 9TG. Join us around the fire to share your stories, connect with nature and celebrate the wheel of the year during a calm and restorative evening in our beautiful community garden. Circle practice is a method of authentic, compassionate communication that has been practised throughout history. £10 per person. Warmly dressed adults only. Hot drinks provided. For more info: https://www.organicarts.org.uk/projects/date/seasonal-circles-spring/ 

Cheltenham Races

Bar opens at 12 noon for the live showing of Cheltenham Races at Alphington Sports Club on Friday 13th March. The first race is at 13.30pm. Watch the races live with your friendly local community. Food avaiable e.g. pasty & pint for £5.

An Afternoon with Folk Singer/Song Writer, Jim Causley

2.30pm on Saturday 21st March Shillingford Local History Society are hosting this multi-award winning musician/all round entertainer in Shillingford St George Village Hall. Tickets£10 from Norman on 01392 

422390 or Di on 01392 832723. Advance bookings only but can pay on the door. Refreshments provided.

Alphington Over 60s Coach Trip

Tuesday 7th April, 9.30am pick-up from Alphington. Trip to Tavistock and Strawberry Fields Garden Centre, returning late afternoon/evening. £18 (subject to change) in cash on booking with Pat at Chatterbox on a Friday 9-11am or arranged by phoning her on 01392 439971 or 07846 038895.

Pawsome Fundraiser

12-5pm on Sunday 28th June at St Martin's Football Club, Exminster. Fundraising in support of Sri Lankan cats and dogs with stalls, cakes, dog show, talks, BBQ, raffle, auction, bouncy castle, photo booth etc. For more info and to have your stall included go to: www.lucashelpsdogs.com 

Caribbean Party Night

7pm til late on Saturday 20th June at Exminster Golf Centre. Sit down 3-course meal and 8-piece live reggae band playing all the best Caribbean songs included for £45pp. Book soon while tickets still available by calling the bar on 01392 833838 or via What's App on 07828 084675.

Silver Jewellery Workshops 3-4 times a year. Half/full days, various days. Contact: info@mobilejewelleryschool.co.uk 07920 095748 Mobile Jewellery School

Crotchet Group 7-9pm on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at Stowey Arms, Exminster, EX6 8AT. Beginners to experienced all welcome. Tea and Coffee available to purchase from the bar.

Brownies Tuesdays 5.30-6.30pm and 6.30-7.30pm (Term-time) (Girls 7-10 years) in the Community Centre. Contact: Jo Shute alphingtonbrownies@hotmail.co.uk 

Scouts Fridays 7-9pm for Boys & Girls 10.5-14 years in Scout HQ, Clapperbrook Lane. Contact: Lee Canniff 07568 073633

Jong Yeong Taekwondo Intermediate Class Mondays 6-7pm ( aged 8+ years) in Village Hall. Contact: Tony jongyeongtkd@gmail.com 07890 450568

Kenpo Karate Juniors Wednesdays 5pm and Saturdays 12 noon in the Community Centre. Contact: Jenni 01363 772400

Kenpo Karate Seniors Wednesdays 6pm in the Community Centre. Contact: Jenni 01363 772400

Exeter Cycle Speedway Thursdays (Mar-Oct) from 7pm at Wheels Centre at the end of Cofton Road, Marsh Barton. EX2 8QW. You can take part for FREE for 4 weeks. After that, each session is just £2.50 or £6.00 for families. We cater for all ages and abilities and everyone really is welcome. Check out our Facebook page Exeter Aces Cycle Speedway Group for more information or to ask for help. 

Who Let the Dads Out 3rd Saturday of each month 10-11.30am (children up to 8 with fathers or father figures) in St Michael's Church. Contact: Roseanna Wills roseanna@alphingtonstmichaels.org 07817 379084

Pop-Up Parents Cafe Thursdays 10am-noon at the Alphington Royal British Legion in Legion Way for parents with their 0-4 year olds.

Children's Storytime 10-11am fortnightly on Fridays. Please contact Westbank Reception on 01392 824752 Option 4 to book your place or email reception@westbank.org.uk.

Jill's Yoga Mondays 7pm and Sundays 6.30pm in the Community Theatre. Contact: Jill hurley1@btinternet.com 07807 917369 www.exeteryoga.org 

Yoga with Tara Thursdays 5.30-6.30pm in the Community Theatre. Contact: Tara yogawithtara@outlook.com 07516 809133

Table Tennis Tuesdays 10-12 noon & Thursdays 7-10pm (beginners & advanced) in the Village Hall/Theatre. Contact: 07308 131682

Exeter Cycle Speedway Thursdays (Mar-Oct) from 7pm at Wheels Centre at the end of Cofton Road, Marsh Barton. EX2 8QW. You can take part for FREE for 4 weeks. After that, each session is just £2.50 or £6.00 for families. We cater for all ages and abilities and everyone really is welcome. Check out our Facebook page Exeter Aces Cycle Speedway Group for more information or to ask for help. 

Sabre for Beginners Thursdays from 7pm in the Alphington Village Hall Community Theatre. Contact: Jason on 07719 225965 or at jasonpball@gmail.com 

Find your Beat - Friday Dance Night Fortnightly Fridays 7-9pm in the Village Hall. Movement through presence class. Contact: Dora 07884 186421 dora.bernardes@gmail.com 

Dance Your Life Workshops Monthly on Saturdays 10am-noon in the Theatre. Contact: Alda 07437 332032 www.danceyourlife.co.uk 

5Rhythms - Dynamic Dance Meditation Two Sundays a month 4-6pm in the Village Hall. Contact: Louise Le Terra 07426 520170

South West Lindy Hoppers Various dates/times  (beginners & advanced). Contact: 07821 721043 or 01392 490022

Seated Exercise Mondays 1pm (by Friends of Ide Lane Surgery) in the Village Hall. Contact: Sara Davies 07764 856862

Alphington Over 60’s Coach Trips Monthly day trips to local places of interest, £16.50. 9:30 am pick-up from Alphington. Returning late afternoon/evening. Contact Pat at Chatterbox on a Friday 9-11am or 01392 439971 / 07846 038895.

Alphington Health Walk 1st and 3rd Tuesday every month at 10.30am from Ide Lane Surgery, Alphington, Exeter EX2 8UP. This is a Grade 1 leisurely walk for approximately 30-45 minute. Donations accepted. No need to book.

Music and Singing

Alphington Little Big Band 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 7.30pm in St Michael's Church. A group of amateur musicians playing (mainly) dance band music. Contact: Carolyn Bull 01392 772400 https://www.alphingtonstmichaels.org/little-big-band/ 

Dynamix Choir Wednesdays 7pm in the Village Hall. An energetic fun-loving choir. Contact: Jax Gibbins jax.gibbins@gmail.com www.dynamixrockpopchoir.co.uk 

Alphington Bell Ringers Wednesdays 7.15-8.30pm Practice in St Michael's Church (please check dates on church website). Contact: John Staddon 07971 832180

Men's Brunch Club and Quiz 10.30-noon on Tuesdays at Westbank, Farm House Rise, Exminster. Suggested donation £7.50 to cover costs of full English breakfast etc. Please contact Westbank Reception on 01392 824752 Option 4 to book your place or email reception@westbank.org.uk.

Lunch and Social Club 11am-1.45pm on Mondays & Thursdays 12.30-2.20pm at Westbank, Farm House Rise, Exminster. Suggested donation £7.50-10 to cover costs of 2 course meal. Please contact Westbank Reception on 01392 824752 Option 4 to book your place or email reception@westbank.org.uk.

Community Cafe

10.15-11.45am on the first Thursday of the month at Alphington Lodge, EX2 8XH.

Lifeguard Training evenings & weekend NPLQ courses offered at Alphington Primary School from time to time by Kirsty Isaac, www.rlss.org.uk.

Email: training@swim-focus.com 

Relaxation/Healing 

Find your Beat - Friday Dance Night Fortnightly Fridays 7-9pm in the Village Hall. Movement through presence class. Contact: Dora 07884 186421 dora.bernardes@gmail.com 

Candlelit Sound Bath various dates & times in the Theatre. Contact: Kelly Day daykelly@protonmail.com www.kellyday.co.uk 

Faith & Worship

St Michael & All Angels Church Wednesdays at 9.30am for Communion Service, Sundays at 11am for Sunday Service. For more details of services, events & Open Church visit website or facebook. Contact: Church Admin 01392 662280 admin@alphingtonstmichaels.org www.alphingtonstmichaels.org or www.facebook.com/alphingtonstmichaels 

St Martin's Church, Exminster Wednesdays and Sundays at 10am. For more details: https://www.facebook.com/StMartinsChurchExminster/?locale=en_GB or phone 07704 172798 

Exminster Methodist Church check facebook for upcoming services and events: https://www.facebook.com/methodistinexminster/?locale=en_GB 

Maranatha Full Gospel Church Sundays 2-3.30pm in English, 3.30-5pm in Malayalam and Sunday School 1-2pm at Alphington Community Centre, EX2 8TA. For more info: https://www.maranathafullgospelchurch.co.uk/ 

Exeter Ahlul-Baylt Community meeting in the Az-Zahra Centre, Chapel Road www.exeterahlulbayt.org 

Forward in Faith Church meeting in Alphington Community Centre, EX2 8TA from 11am on Sundays finishing around 2pm with shared lunch. For more info about Forward in Faith go to: fifmi.org 

Interest Groups

Alphington Ladies Social Group 7.30pm on the 3rd Tuesday of the month (except August & December) in the Village Hall. Contact: Sarah Mules 07527 251136

Alphington Women's Institute 2pm on the 3rd Wednesday of the month in the Village Hall. Contact: jdmartin992@gmail.com 

Hobbies and Afternoon Tea Club 1.30-4.30pm on Tuesdays at Westbank, Farm House Rise, Exminster. Suggested donation £4 to cover costs of sandwiches, cakes, tea & coffee. Please contact Westbank Reception on 01392 824752 Option 4 to book your place email reception@westbank.org.uk.

Thursday Puzzle Group 10-11am on Thursdays at Westbank Community Hub,  Farm House Rise, Exminster. Please contact Westbank Reception on 01392 824752 Option 4 to book your place email reception@westbank.org.uk.

Activities with Children

Scouts 17th Exeter (Alphington) seeks helpers to fill adult roles include trustees, group treasurers and a group helper with the Beaver Scout Section (6-7pm on Tuesdays with children between the age of 6 and 8 years) . Full training and DBS provided for group helper role. Contact: Chris at gsl17thexeter@btinternet.com or on 07813 895577 

Committee Member 

Alphington Royal British Legion seeks enthusiastic people, full of ideas, a sense of community and a love of our little British Legion Club to join their happy band of volunteer committee members. Pop in, connect via Facebook or phone on 01392 434642

Skill Sharing

Westbank are looking for passionate volunteers to join their Community Cookery School, helping make cooking fun, accessible, and affordable for everyone in our local community. Interested? Find out more here: https://westbankcommunityhealthandcare.goassemble.com/ or email volunteering@westbank.org.uk or phone 01392 824792

Supporting Social Groups

Westbank  are on the lookout for enthusiastic volunteers of all ages and skill sets to assist in delivering their groups or to start new ones. Our volunteers help create a space for people to develop new friendships and skills. Link to application form https://westbankcommunityhealthandcare.goassemble.com/opportunities/85283-social-group-supporter-2025-03-12

Community Cafes 

Chatterbox is always glad of new team members for their kitchen, waiting and cake baking team who faithfully serve the community hot drinks, snacks and homemade cakes between 9 &12 on Fridays in Alphington Village Hall. Commitment is monthly to begin with. Contact: Julia 07722 240718

Lunchbox invites new recruits to join their monthly kitchen/waiting team who provide the Alphington community with a 2 or 3-course hot meal on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Contact: Gail 01392 832811

Westbank Community Café is looking for friendly, welcoming volunteers to help run the café. As a volunteer, you'll be making coffees (with training provided), serving food and drinks, chatting with customers, and helping with cleaning. We are open Monday to Thursday, from 10:00am to 4pm so looking for support between 9:30am and 4:30pm. Link to application form https://westbankcommunityhealthandcare.goassemble.com/opportunities/87955-community-cafe-volunteer-2025-04-22

Gardening 

St Michael's Churchyard & Cemetery Gardening Team are always looking for new members to join them on Tuesdays 9-11am. Help us keep the grounds as we would like to see them. Contact Church Admin: admin@alphingtonstmichaels.org or 01392 662280

Organic Arts Learning with the Land Community Garden Project at West Town Farm in Ide is open 10.30 to 3.30 Wednesdays & Fridays to anyone who feels they would benefit and can help out. Practical, skilled gardeners, Julie & Kate, lead the team and are experienced working with vulnerable adults. Contact Philly for more info by email info@organicarts.org.uk or 01392 811080 to arrange a day & time for an informal visit & show round & to decide if you would like to volunteer. https://www.organicarts.org.uk/projects/community-garden-project/ 

Westbank is looking for a Lead Volunteer Gardeners

with experience gardening and growing produce, to lead the development and growth of our community allotment, located behind Westbank's Healthy Living Centre in Exminster.

Link to application form https://westbankcommunityhealthandcare.goassemble.com/opportunities/85372-lead-volunteer-gardener-2025-03-13

Community Larders

Westbank  are looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to support their Community Hub, which includes:

Warmwell – a safe, warm, and welcoming space offering free tea, coffee, and soup for anyone feeling the pinch of rising living costs.

Community Food Larders – helping people access essential food supplies while reducing food waste.

Link to application form https://westbankcommunityhealthandcare.goassemble.com/opportunities/99327-community-hub-volunteer-2025-10-09

Community Drivers

Friends of Ide Lane Surgery need Volunteer Drivers. Full training and support offered. For more information contact Sara Davies on 07708 233660. We also welcome help at our fundraisers including our Autumn fayre, book sales and coffee mornings.

Westbank  are looking for caring, dependable volunteers to join our team as Community Hub Drivers, helping local residents access vital services at Westbank’s Healthy Living Centre in Exminster. In this role, you’ll be driving our wheelchair-accessible vehicle to transport individuals between Starcross, Exminster village, and the Community Hub, where they can access support such as our food larder and warm space, Warmwell.  Find out more on volunteering@westbank.org.uk or phone 01392 824792 or apply via this link to application form https://westbankcommunityhealthandcare.goassemble.com/opportunities/99402-community-hub-driver-2025-10-10 

Westbank also seeks Community Transport Drivers

You could be helping patients who don’t qualify for hospital transport services and have no one else to take them home (covering the footprint of the RDUH), also supporting local residents of Exminster and Starcross in getting to their medical appointments, or providing rides to and from social groups and activities organised by Westbank. You might also deliver accessibility equipment, move furniture for hospital beds, or do a food shop for someone returning from the hospital.

 Link to application form https://westbankcommunityhealthandcare.goassemble.com/opportunities/84989-community-transport-driver-2025-03-06

Various

Community Speed Watch seeks proactive members of the public to be trained by police to record details of speeding vehicles using specialist equipment in 20, 30 & 40mph areas. To find out more: visit communityspeedwatch.org or contact Charles Conibear on 07718 080755

Alphington Community Association are looking for volunteers to help run their facilities. Can you help with general upkeep, odd-job maintenance, cleaning and/or helping at fundraising events? Contact: alphington.village@btinternet.com 

St Thomas Repair Cafe needs more volunteers. ★ Do you like to mend and repair things? 

★ No repair skills but enjoy customer service? 

★ Do you like baking or serving refreshments? For more info & to connect to the sign up page go to: love-st-thomas.org - Repair Café 

Carers Groups

Carers Group 2-3.30pm on the 2nd Monday of the month in the Village Hall. Run by Friends of Ide Surgery. Contact: Sara Davies 07764 856862

National Autistic Society Parent/Carer Support Group 10.45am-12.30pm on the first Thursday of the month in Wonford Community Centre meeting room.  Run solely by volunteers who all have plenty of experience of autism (and ADHD), offering support groups, signposting, information and family activity sessions.

Contact the Chair Ursula Easton-Pool for more details: exeterdistrictbranch@nas.org.uk.

New Parent Groups

New Mums Peer Support Group 2-4pm Mondays at Westbank Community Hub, Westbank. A  welcoming space where mothers of babies and young children can connect, share experiences, and build confidence on their parenting journey. Suggested donation: £2. To register your interest, or for more information, please contact Westbank reception on 01392 824752 or email reception@westbank.org.uk .

New Dads Peer Support Group

9-11am Thursdays at Westbank Community Hub, Westbank. A welcoming space where fathers of babies and young children can connect, share experiences, and build confidence on their parenting journey. Suggested donation: £2.  To register your interest, or for more information, please contact Westbank reception on 01392 824752 or email reception@westbank.org.uk .

Young People Groups

Creative Art Group for Young People 2-4pm Thursdays at Westbank Community Hub for young people aged 11 to 18 years, who are experiencing emotional based school anxiety and/or those who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Suggested donation: £4.  To register your interest, or for more information, please contact Westbank reception on 01392 824752 or email reception@westbank.org.uk .

Alateen Online as well as a local meetings for 12-17 year olds affected by someone else's drinking. You are not alone. Please note that due to safeguarding, meeting login or address can only be given to the young person. Please call 020 7593 2070 (Monday-Friday, 10am-5pm)

Memory Cafes

Memory Café 10.30am-12.30pm Fridays at Westbank Community Hub, Westbank. Our memory café is a friendly, welcoming space where people living with memory loss or dementia and their families or carers can come together to relax, connect, and take part in enjoyable activities. Hot drinks and cakes are available. Suggested donation: £4.  To register your interest, or for more information, please contact Westbank reception on 01392 824752 or email reception@westbank.org.uk .

IT Support Groups

IT Drop-In Session 10.30-11.30am Thursdays at Coffee on the Corner, Exminster. Would you like your technology questions answered? Our wonderful volunteer is available to answer your questions including: E-Mails, Apps, Photos, WhatsApp, Zoom, Backing up Devices, Antivirus. Donations on the day or in advance .For further info and to book, please contact our Community Services Team on 01392 824752 or E-Mail:communityservices@westbank.org.uk 

Men's Groups

Andy Man Club #Exeter 7-9pm Mondays at Exeter City Football Club & Wonford Community & Learning Centre (excluding bank holidays). A safe, non-judgemental, free space for guys 18+ to talk. For further info: https://andysmanclub.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/AndysManClubExeter  info@andysmanclub.co.uk. 

Groups for those in financial difficulty

Debt Help Centre  Exeter's Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Debt Help Centre is run in partnership with Exeter Network Church. To take your first step out of debt, call our friendly New Enquiries team who will arrange your first appointment with your local Debt Coach. Call 0800 328 0006. We're open: Monday to Thursday 9:30am to 5pm Friday 9:30am to 3:30pm. Calls are free from landlines and mobiles in the UK.

Community Larders 

Exminster Community Larder is located at The Methodist Church and is open every day.

Healthy Living Centre Community Larder is located at the Healthy Living Centre, Westbank, Farm House Rise, Exminster and is open Mon - Fri 10am - 4pm. Grab a bag and help yourself to food. Westbank’s Community Larders are open to everyone who needs them. For more info: https://www.westbank.org.uk/westbank-community-larder 

Community Fridge  Love Food CIC, 95 Cowick St, St Thomas is open Monday – Thursday 10am – 3pm as a place where local people can share free food, this includes surplus from supermarkets, local food businesses, producers, households and gardens.  For more info: https://lovefoodcic.co.uk/what-we-do/community-fridge/ 

Turntable an Exeter-based charitable organisation that collects donated furniture, electrical items, and housewares, that are in good, clean condition, free of charge, to pass on to families and individuals on very low incomes. Turntable Furniture, The Warehouse, Swan Yard, Okehampton Street EX4 1DS Tel: 01392 202032 Email:  office@turntable.org.uk Mon - Thu: 9am - 3pm, Fri: 9am - 2pm. For more info: http://www.turntable.org.uk/require_items_client.html 

Groups for those affected by alcohol

Al-Anon 7.45=9.15pm on Thursdays at St. Mark's Church Hall, Pinhoe Road, EX4 7HU and 11.15am-12.45pm Saturdays at Palace Gate Centre, 3 Palace Gate, EX1 1JA. For those over 18 who affected by someone else's drinking? You are not alone.  For more info contact Jenny on jmazcurrie@gmail.com  https://al-anonuk.org.uk/ 

Alateen Online as well as an Exeter face-to-face meeting (every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month) for 12-17 year olds affected by someone else's drinking. You are not alone. Please note that due to safeguarding, meeting login or address can only be given to the young person. Please call 020 7593 2070 (Monday-Friday, 10am-5pm) https://al-anonuk.org.uk/