Activities & Events
We offer members and residents the opportunity to participate in a whole programme of excursions & events, completely free ! Over the course of a typical year, there may be theatre matinees to see popular shows; days out at the seaside, with Hastings, Broadstairs, Southend and Margate all popular destinations; a river trip either up or down the Thames – we have visited Hampton Court, Kew Gardens and Greenwich in recent years; Afternoon Teas, where friends can meet over a cup of tea and some cake; a Christmas Lunch; and our Summer Garden Party.
Twice a year we write to all the members with a list of the excursions and events. Members then complete the form by ticking their choices and returning it to us so we can plan properly. For some excursions numbers are limited, and so we try to be as equitable as possible in ensuring that no-one is left out. As our trips are popular we cannot accommodate non-members so please do not be tempted to bring a friend – ask them to join us if you think they are eligible instead. Because of the pressure on numbers if you need a carer you may need to contribute to the costs of the activities for them to attend.
We have now programmed our activities for July-December 2025. Email members@southwarkcharities.org.uk to register your interest. You will be contacted to confirm if you have a place.
August – December Events 2025
Dear Members,
Please find details of trips for the second half of the year which you can register an interest in. We have limited places for each and will always try and ensure everyone gets a turn to attend.
There are always more people than space on every trip and we will try and make the allocation of spaces as fair as possible but please only register for trips/events you are really interested in attending or taking part.
For the theatre trips, you will have to arrange your own transport unless it states coach travel included. Theatres are well served by buses but please only ask to attend if you are safe to travel alone.
To be considered for the events/activities and trips listed, please contact Jillian or Lottie at members@southwarkcharities.org.uk or call 0207 593 2000 or 07511 325 012. You will be notified if you are successful for each event.
Tuesday 12th August 2025 – Enjoy a day at Southend On Sea – Depart 9.30am
Wednesday 27th August 2025 – Coach trip and lunch at a secret location – Depart 9.30am
Thursday 11th September 2025 – Healthy 2 hour baking experience in Borough Market – 2pm to 5pm
Monday 22nd September 2025 – Cartier exhibition at V&A museum and refreshments – 11.30am
Thursday 16th October 2025 – Agatha Christies ‘Witness for the Prosecution’ at London County Hall – Show starts 2.30pm
Wednesday 29th October 2025 – Tower of London to explore and castle and poppy display – 10am
Tuesday 11th November 2025 – Private film screening and lunch at Borough Yards – Film start 2pm
Wednesday 26th November 2025 – Coach trip to St Albans Christmas Market – Departing 9.30am
Wednesday 3rd December 2025 – ‘A Christmas Carol’ at The Old Vic theatre and refreshments – Show starts at 2pm
Thursday 11th December 2025 – Save the date for our annual Christmas meal and entertainment
Please note all coach trips leave from outside the Eurotraveller Hotel on Old Kent Rd.
Failure to attend an event if confirmed will stop your next charity payment.