This craft group brings together older residents in North Manchester to work on group projects. This is a welcoming group who loves chatting, coming up with ideas, and seeing them through. You’ll get a chance to contribute your skills, learn new ones, and enjoy the satisfaction of completing a creative activity as a team. This is ideal if you want to make long-lasting connections and feel part of something bigger.

This weekly Craft Group by Age UK brings together older people in South Manchester who enjoy knitting, crocheting, needlework, and other creative activities. It’s a space to share your skills, learn new ones, make friends, and spend time with fellow crafters in a welcoming and relaxed environment.

It’s free to join if you are an Age UK member, which is £7 per month.

Everyone is welcome at this relaxed craft session, where you can work on knitting, crochet, embroidery, or whatever you’re making. There’s as much emphasis on crafting as on spending time together, chatting, and getting to know each other. If you’ve been feeling isolated or a bit lonely, it’s a lovely way to meet new people and connect through a shared hobby. Hot drinks and biscuits will be provided.

The Brunswick Craft Group welcomes older people in Manchester who want to express themselves through a range of creative activities. This friendly, relaxed group loves sharing their crafts and exploring new ones. Bring along any project you’re working on – drawing, mindful colouring, card making, machine or hand embroidery, felt making – grab a cuppa, and create alongside this welcoming bunch.

Beyond the joy of making, it’s a wonderful way to socialise, make connections, and enjoy good company.

This weekly craft club for older people in Harpurhey is the perfect way to socialise, be creative, and move closer to completing that craft project.

Maybe you’re making a gift, trying a new technique, or exploring a whole new type of craft. This is a friendly group who love to learn new skills, share their knowledge, and have a wonderful time together doing it.

You’ll come away with your social batteries recharged, better focus, and the joy of learning and making.

Get creative and meet new people at this weekly arts and crafts group at the Ladybarn Community Hub in South Manchester. It’s open to anyone who wants to take time out to be creative and connect with others. There’s a suggested donation of £3 to support the hub, and you’re welcome to bring your own lunch.

This weekly Craft Club in Chorlton is for older people who want to stay connected, see friends, and meet new people. It takes place on Thursdays at Wilbraham St Ninians Church and is run by Chorlton Good Neighbours. The club offers a relaxing space to chat, catch up, enjoy beverages, and get creative with painting, drawing, and other crafts.

This weekly art and craft club in Hulme is for older members of the African Caribbean community who want to ignite their creativity and develop their artistic skills. It takes place on Fridays at Claremont Resource Centre and is brought to you by ACCG – African Caribbean Care Group.

The sessions are instructor-led, guiding participants through various forms of art, including printmaking, painting, textiles, and pottery. Everyone is welcome, from beginners to experienced artists.

Sessions take place in the day room.