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Take part in older people led social, wellbeing and learning activities at Gorton Central where you will choose to attend weekly groups or one-off activities. We have a varied timetable for over 50s living and working in Gorton and Abbey Hey. 

Come along to:

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Age Friendly Space

Mondays 1-3pm (Free) Just turn up there is no need to book a place.


Drop in and join the free Age Friendly Space, no need to book.  Here you’ll find welcoming and like-minded people who enjoy chatting, creating, and learning together at Gorton Central.

The activities each week change as you decide as a group what you want to take part in. Past sessions have included:   

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“The Age-Friendly Project has changed my life - I love volunteering. When I first moved in the flat, I did not go anywhere. And since I haven’t looked back when I went. I thought I left it too long.”  


Pat, Ageing In Place participant and volunteer 

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Tai Chi


Gentle and low-impact exercise that helps improve strength, flexibility, and balance. Beginners welcome.


Drop in on Mondays 10-11am (£2.50)

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Chair-based Exercise


Gentle accessible chair-based exercise for all abilities, beginners welcome. Just turn up there is no need to book a place.


Drop in on Wednesdays 10-11am (£2.50)

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Gorton Growing Together Garden


Access a beautiful community garden to relax in nature, have some quiet time, and help grow tasty seasonal fruits and vegetables.


Enquire by email or drop into Gorton Central to get involved

Age Friendly Walking Group


Join a friendly group on an accessible walk around Gorton and Abbey Hey, just turn up there is no need to book a place.


Drop in on Wednesdays 10-11am (£2.50)

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“I've made quite a few friends here, done different things in the community centre, cooking and digital, trying to use my computer and crafts and I love it all. Gorton Central means a lot to me, and it's got me through COVID. It's introduced me to different people and it's got me out myself.” 


Lynn, Gorton and Abbey Hey resident of 15 years.