Robins Version 2 - Bigger and better.

Aim

After two+ years operating Robins, we need to build a bigger nest to accommodate all those who want to visit, play and make lovely things.

In 2017 we decided to create a space for individuals to come together to enjoy their existing hobbies or to find new ones.

We wanted to create a welcoming and friendly environment that allowed people from all situations, interests and backgrounds to come together, to be as involved in activities as they wished to be.

One of the main reasons we decided to open our Hobby Cafe was to provide the opportunity for individuals with different abilities to be able to get involved in a range of activities that they could enjoy, regardless of their personal challenges or conditions. We named it Robins after our daughter who, (as anyone who has met her will tell you) is the real boss of this operation! We set about finding a location close to her school that was warm and welcoming. Robin has been the driving force for us in building what we believe is a strong, caring Hobby Community.

For more than two years we have offered a wide range of classes and activities, games, crafts and hobbies, with the focus always on building a network that can bring people together in a safe and non-challenging environment. We have hosted language classes, reading groups and game events for all ages.

For us, Robins is not 'just' a business, it is a great way for people to come together, make new friends, find new interests and discover how beneficial hobbies can be for personal well-being. We work closely with a number of community and voluntary groups, providing classes and activities that can be enjoyed, regardless of personal circumstances or challenges.

As we become more popular we are finding that our existing space is no longer enough to provide for all those who wish to take part.

We would love to develop a larger space, with enhanced facilities for those with special needs and space to run community led activities.

It is our hope to open a larger space this year that can offer reduced rate activities for community and special needs groups, while continuing to build our hobby, gaming and crafting communities. 

Your support can help us adapt a new space to provide better facilities, offer training and support for individuals who wish to teach hobby activities and to reach out more effectively to community, church and school groups to offer reduced rate or even free activities and classes.

With many people finding life more and more challenging, through mental health issues, loneliness, physical and other challenges, hobby activities can make a real difference to the quality of an individuals life. We are proud to have built such a great 'family' over the last two years and look forward to welcoming more and more in years to come. 

This project successfully funded on 13th March 2020