About Coin Street’s social programme for older adults

Coin Street is at the heart of the community in Waterloo and North Southwark. From a derelict site in 1984, we have created a vibrant, diverse and welcoming place for people to live, work and play. 

The Coin Street neighbourhood centre and Colombo Centre provide safe, warm, and welcoming spaces for over 230+ older adults each year, participating in our health, wellbeing, and social programme. Activities range from art, dance, gardening, fitness, coffee mornings, community singing, movie nights, crafts, park walks, boat parties, Young At Heart annual party, inter-generational dinners, trips to the seaside and more!

We have witnessed first-hand the decline in the physical and mental health of older people in our community, exasperated by the cost-of-living crisis. Some are finding it more and more difficult to leave the house, with increase in transport costs. Others do not have relatives living close by and are becoming socially isolated.

That’s why free community activities like those at Coin Street are vital for older adults, promoting social engagement, combating loneliness, and fostering a sense of belonging and purpose. Activities take place weekly, and throughout the year, allowing older people to establish a routine, and form connections with their peers and our community workers. They are a lifeline.

Our small but nimble team of runners have taken on the challenge of the Big Half this year, and are working hard to fundraise for older people in Waterloo and North Southwark. Please support our runners by donating, and help to keep Coin Street's social programme going. Your donation will make a difference! Thank you.

Coffee morning

Day trip to Herne Bay

Feel Good Saturdays

Young at Heart Party

Herbs, Flowers, Teas and Treats