Warm Welcome Spaces at Communitea Cafe, Boldmere, Sutton Coldfield

Age Connects West Midlands continues to support the Birmingham Warm Welcome initiative through our drop-in sessions at Communitea Cafe, Boldmere, Sutton Coldfield.

What is a Warm Welcome Space?

Warm Welcome Spaces are free, safe and welcoming community spaces that are open to everyone. They provide an opportunity for people to access information and support, connect with others, reduce isolation and enjoy a friendly environment.

Our Warm Welcome offer includes:

• Information, support and guidance
• A welcoming space to meet and connect with others
• Free basic tea and coffee
• Access to community activities and services available at each venue

Age Connects provide sessions at three locations in Birmingham at these times:

Communitea, Boldmere

• Monday: 10:00am – 12:00pm
• Tuesday: 9:30am – 12:00pm

Hawkesley Community Centre

• Wednesday: 10:00am – 12:00pm

Moorfield Hall

• Friday: 10:00am – 12:00pm

These sessions are available year-round and can be particularly beneficial for individuals who may be experiencing loneliness, social isolation, financial pressures, or who simply want a friendly place to spend time within their local community.

Free Refreshments

Visitors attending specifically for the Warm Welcome offer can receive a complimentary basic tea or coffee.

Communitea Cafe, Boldmere, What's On in August 2026

 

Sutton Coldfield NNS connecting with Minworth

A mindful Tai Chi session from members of Sutton Coldfield's

Hong Kong community put us all in a relaxed state of mind and body 

On Saturday 25th July 2026 the NNS supported the local community in Minworth to organise a fantastic community engagement and networking event.

Over 80 people attended the event including local charity, cultural and community groups, 5 local councillors including Nitish Raut, Mayor of the Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield and talented musicians offering performances and tuition.

It was a great day of connectivity and diversity. Big thanks to Father Jules for hosting the event at St George the Martyr Church, to all the groups and citizens who helped to organise the event and to Kamleish and colleagues on the SCNNS team for hard work in putting the event on.

As the Mayor said in his speech, "Sutton Coldfield embraces and values the community of Minworth".

Dr Nitish Raut (left of picture), Mayor of the Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield entertained by the skills of Pritam Singh (right) of our NNS funded asset Drumatised. Pritam's mastery of the Indian tabla drums is incredible.

Connecting with the Fire Service in Sutton Coldfield

Kamleish and Pete from Sutton Coldfield Neighbourhood Network Scheme enjoyed a great day of connectivity at the open day of Sutton Coldfield Fire Station yesterday, promoting the local work of the NNS and our lead organisation Age Connects West Midlands. Our table was right at the entrance of the station so it was a good opportunity to talk to families on the way into this thriving open day event with hundreds of attendees throughout the day.

The event, organised by station commander Paul Staples and his brilliant team featured many stalls and activities around emergency rescue and first aid support, especially popular with families of young children. Everything from cardiac resuscitation to photos with Fireman Sam, we had many useful conversations with parents and carers about the many services we have on offer. 

Thank you to Paul and all the professional and volunteer fire, police and ambulance personnel for inviting us to this well organised and well attended event in the centre of the Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield.

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