#ThrivingNorwood activities and support for adults 18yrs+
Rathbone Society
Who are Rathbone Society?
Most people know them simply as 'Rathbones', and they largely support young people in the borough of Lambeth with a wide range of projects including youth clubs. Whilst they are primarily a service provider to young people with learning disabilities, they also deliver mainstream and integrated youth work at both their base The Old Library in West Norwood and other venues across the south of the borough.
Contact: Andrew Preston a.preston@rathbonesociety.org.uk
Website: rathbonesociety.org.uk/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/Rathbonelambeth/
Twitter: twitter.com/_Rathbone_
Instagram: www.instagram.com/rathbonesociety
South London Botanical Institute
Who is behind Creative Connection?
Julie says: 'Life, people, and possibilities deeply inspire me, and I am passionate about bringing the community together and encouraging others to develop a better understanding and appreciation of the arts and creativity as a tools for well being. Supporting human skills and creativity has never been more important, especially in a world that’s increasingly relying on technology to support and nurture human connection. Creative Chance is my opportunity to use my passion and knowledge to empower people to make creative expression and ‘responses’ a reality for everyone, so they can develop their own personal creative toolkit and use it as a precious resource any time they need it in life. I fight for social equality and the rights that everyone has to lead a safe and healthy life, filled with opportunities for learning, creativity and fun. I teach with sensitive care to each individual as everyone is unique.'
Contact: for more information on this project and organisation: contact Julie Norburn jewels@art4space.co.uk
Website: www.creativechance.co.uk
What is WENOCC?
Currently WeNo.cc is a local cycling group with 15 or so members, who are now looking to reach out to the broader community, and engage with those who may not cycle. We want to grow a sociable cycling group, that encourages more people to cycle and get healthier.
Cycling has so many benefits for individuals. It is a low cost form of transport which makes you healthier, and can be enjoyed for travel or pleasure, especially in social groups. It helps build friend networks within the community, once you get into it, it's a hobby for life.
This chimes perfectly with many local schemes going on at the moment. LTN's are being introduced around West Norwood to encourage more people to travel by other means, and make cycling safer for local people. And Lambeth is promoting its 'Big Shift,' designed to promote "healthier and greener travel around Lambeth." There are lots of local initiatives we could tie into to help with access to free or affordable bicycles and cycle training. And Lambeth already has a scheme for a cycling Community Influencer to help promote cycling. Originally founded in 1880, weno.cc is now reborn as a friendly local cycle club for adults of all ages and abilities in and around West Norwood. We want to help encourage people to get out on their bikes for its mental and physical wellbeing benefits, as well as being a great low cost form of transport.
When? We host rides at least once a month on Feast Sundays, but usually it's most weekends. We are looking to make a more formal calendar or rides. Follow us to stay updated.
Where? We usually ride out towards Regents or Richmond Park, into the countryside of Kent and Surrey, or sometimes further afield. The routes are often suggested by different members of the group, and those who are available will join in. Routes will be posted on Strava (free cycling app) beforehand. We will always try to keep an option of a longer and shorter route so everyone feels confident to ride with us.
How to take part? Follow us on Instagram or Strava (see links below) for updates on rides and come along when you can. If you are interested but don't have a bike let us know as there are some great local resources to help get people cycling by either hiring bikes long term or getting refurbished bikes at a discount.
Contact? Please email weno.cc@hotmail.com or use our social channels
Website: www.weno.cc
Instagram: www.instagram.com/weno.cc/
Strava (free cycling app): www.strava.com/clubs/