Action Day in the South East

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Age UK West Sussex Brighton & Hove

11/06/25

Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove, 95 Queens Road, Ground Floor, Brighton and Hove, BN1 3XE

Join us at Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove to celebrate the power of continuous learning and personal development in later life!

Age Without Limits Day is a day for us all to come together and take action to end ageism - as individuals, with friends and family, in our communities and in our workplaces. This year we're focussed on a life after 50 that's full of potential, celebrating lifelong learning, growth and possibility.

Whether you're looking to upskill, meet like-minded people, or find new ways to get involved in your community, this event is for you. We’ll be showcasing opportunities for personal growth, career change, volunteering, and community engagement — all designed to inspire and empower the 50+ community.

What to expect:

  • Inspiring talks and workshops
  • Volunteering opportunities with Age UK
  • Info stands and community resources
  • A warm, welcoming atmosphere and plenty of tea and biscuits!

Come along, bring a friend, and discover how ageing is just the beginning of a new chapter filled with possibility.

Let’s change how we age.

To attend, register for free here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ageing-without-limits-day-tickets-1334934798919?aff=oddtdtcreator 

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Age Without Limits Day: Celebrating Wisdom, Life & Laughter!

11/06/25

Gravesend Library, Windmill Street, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 1BE

Gravesham will proudly host Age Without Limits Day, a free community celebration designed to challenge ageism, honour the wisdom of older residents, and promote wellbeing and connection.

The event will open with a “Wisdom Welcome” and feature inspiring mini-talks busting myths about ageing, local services supporting older adults, and a special cake-cutting celebration for those with June birthdays.

A highlight of the afternoon includes the presentation of Community Appreciation Awards recognising remarkable local individuals. From 3:00pm onwards, attendees can join in uplifting taster sessions, including Laughter Yoga and Mindfulness for Wellbeing, aimed at promoting mental and physical health.

Visitors can also enjoy:

  • A Photo Booth with “I’m Ageing Brilliantly!” props
  • A Wisdom Wall & Story Station to share memories and advice
  • A Display Area with helpful resources and local service info

For more information or to attend, please contact: Genny Jones – genny@confidentqueen.co.uk

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Age UK Oxfordshire: Creative ageing taster sessions

05/06/25

Redlands Community Centre, Neithrop Avenue, Banbury, OX16 2NT

Help us celebrate Age Without Limits Day at a day of creative ageing taster sessions at Redlands Community Centre, Banbury on 5th June 2025.

We are working with our local partners to offer a selection of Creative Ageing Taster Sessions for anyone interested in creative ageing, including older people, link workers and social prescribers. Each free session will last approximately 30 minutes, requires no prior experience, and will be open for drop-ins throughout the day.

All day (10am-3pm): Advice and information available from Age UK Oxfordshire’s Community Links Oxfordshire team and Age Friendly Banbury.

10.30am: Craft session with Redlands tutors

11.30am: 'Times Gone By’ reminiscence session with Banbury Museum and Gallery

12.30pm: Lunchbreak (refreshments available)

1.30pm: Seated Zumba session with Redlands tutors

2.15pm: Seated yoga session with the Mill Arts Centre

All sessions will take place at Redlands Community Centre, Neithrop Ave, Banbury, OX16 2NT and will be approximately 30 minutes long. Free parking and refreshments will be available.

Find out more: helenfountain@ageukoxfordshire.org.uk, 07887 882 960.

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Ewhurst & Staplecross Village Hall: Breaking Down Age Barriers

11/06/25

Staplecross, Robertsbridge, TN32 5QG

We plan to run an Age Without Limits Day involving children from the local primary school and older residents of the village.

This has never been run before and the aim is to have fun as well as promote inter-generational conversations. The aim is to challenge negative stereotypes of older people. The activity will comprise of 2 components.

Firstly, that of a ‘gallery’ of photographs of those older residents of the village depicting them as children/teenagers. The children attending the activity will then have to ‘match’ the person with their photograph.  The second component is that of inter-generational balloon modelling workshop.

This workshop would introduce a skill that transcends all generations and brings different generations together to have fun and learn a new skill together.

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Age Concern Buckinghamshire: Storytelling, skill-sharing, workshops, and guest speakers

11/06/25

Meadowcroft Community Centre

Join Age UK Buckinghamshire at Meadowcroft Community Centre for a special Age Without Limits Day event celebrating ageing and challenging ageism!

Enjoy a full day of storytelling, skill-sharing, workshops, and guest speakers covering topics like employment, volunteering, and hobbies. Explore community and charity stalls, connect with others, and be inspired by the experiences of older people across Buckinghamshire. All are welcome to take part in this uplifting and inclusive event!

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Indian Futures: SareeNaSorry Age Without Limits Funshop

11/06/25

Central Brighton

Join Indian Futures and SareeNaSorry, for a free 3-hour Saree Funshop exploring ageing and expression!

Facilitated by Poppy Jaman, this event celebrates self-expression and empowerment through saree draping.

With 24+ preloved sarees, we’ll explore ageing, identity, and challenge societal expectations.—come drape, connect, and celebrate ageing!

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Watford FC’s Community Sport & Education Trust: Extra Time session

11/06/25

Meriden Community Centre, Garsmouth Way, Watford, WD25 9ET 

Watford FC’s Community Sport and Education Trust invite everyone to join it for an extended Extra Time session. Across two hours, at the Meriden Community Centre, those aged 55 and over will have the chance to meet others and get involved in a range of activities including walking football, physical exercise and bowls.

There will also be the chance to find out more about other activities in the local area.

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University of Hertfordshire: video showcase

11/06/25

Are you part of a physical activity project in Hertfordshire that promotes Healthy Ageing? Are you an older adult breaking stereotypes by staying active in exciting ways?

We’re capturing real experiences from individuals and project organisers through a video to showcase the power of shattering outdated perceptions of ageing and capability along the way.

Help us redefine what it means to stay active at any age!

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Age UK Hertfordshire: Ageing & Amazing ✨ Smashing Stereotypes ✨

11/06/25

The video will be filmed at various locations across Hertfordshire, including community settings. The final montage will be available online and via public screens.

Age Friendly Hertfordshire will create a powerful video montage showcasing local older people in diverse roles contributing to communities, from volunteering to having fun in creative ways.

The film will highlight and debunk negative stereotypes, celebrating the many ways people continue to contribute, thrive, and stay independent as they age. Shared widely online and in public spaces, this video will inspire and promote positive attitudes towards ageing across Hertfordshire.

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Generation Circus: Will You Still Love Me?

14/06/25

Ware Drill Hall, Amwell End Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 9HP 

Generation Circus is redefining what circus can be with Will You Still Love Me? - a groundbreaking circus show performed by CAN DO CIRCUS COMPANY - a fearless group of over-50s who took their first leap into circus arts in April 2024.

Through aerial theatre, dance, animation, and video installations, they challenge stereotypes and bring to life powerful personal stories about ageing, resilience, and community. 

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