Parkinson's Cheltenham and District Branch

Cheltenham Events

Regular Events

Branch meetings on the final Tuesday each month. We meet monthly at St Mark’s Methodist Church Hall for an informal get together to mingle, chat and to enjoy regular talks on a variety of subject, often linked to Parkinson’s. Free parking and disabled access. Teas, coffees and biscuits provided. Everyone welcome – No booking required.

Table tennis club every Friday 2.00 – 4.00pm in St Luke’s Church Hall, St Luke’s Place, GL53 7HP. Cost £2 pp. All abilities welcome. There is disabled access and parking. Everyone welcome – No booking required.

Drop-in coffee mornings on the second Wednesday each month at the Norwood Arms, Leckhampton, GL53 OAX from 11.00am to 12.30pm. There is disabled access and parking. NB: the Norwood pay and display car park has a from £3.50 charge which will be refunded to customers. Everyone welcome – No booking required.

Scroll across to see the full year’s events and downwards to find out more information.

 

Feb 2026

March 2026

April 2026

May 2026

June 2026

July 2026

Wed 11th

11.00-12.30

 

Cheltenham Parkinson’s Café

Norwood Arms
Leckhampton Rd
GL53 OAX

Wed 11th

11.00-12.30

 

Cheltenham Parkinson’s Café

Norwood Arms
Leckhampton Rd
GL53 OAX

Wed 8th

11.00-12.30

 

Cheltenham Parkinson’s Café

Norwood Arms
Leckhampton Rd
GL53 OAX

Wed 13th

11.00-12.30

 

Cheltenham Parkinson’s Café

Norwood Arms
Leckhampton Rd
GL53 OAX

Wed 10th

11.00-12.30

 

Cheltenham Parkinson’s Café

Norwood Arms
Leckhampton Rd
GL53 OAX

Dates TBA

Watch this space for programme of events July and beyond

Or why not contact us if you have an idea

 

No Walk

There is no walk over the colder months. Back in April

No Walk

There is no walk over the colder months. Back in April

Thurs 16th

 

Walk, natter and coffee.

 

A gentle walk for all. We’ll announce the route a week or so before and always finish with a coffee.

Thurs 21st

 

Walk, natter and coffee.

 

A gentle walk for all. We’ll announce the route a week or so before and always finish with a coffee.

Thurs 18th

 

Walk, natter and coffee.

 

A gentle walk for all. We’ll announce the route a week or so before and always finish with a coffee.

Tue 24th

2pm

coffee/tea

 

2.30pm
Give us a Tenor

James Gilchrist

 

James is one of the most respected concert and recital singers of his generation and a tenor specialising in recital and oratorio singing.

Today he will tell us about his career in music and may even treat us to a few notes

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St Mark’s Methodist Church Hall
Gloucester Rd
GL51 8PX

Tue 31st

2pm

coffee/tea

 

2.30pm
Group discussion

 

Always a popular session! A chance to share and discuss your experience of PD care and treatment. We’ll split into three groups: 1) those with PD, 2) those living with someone with PD and 3) those living alone with PD.

 

St Mark’s Methodist Church Hall
Gloucester Rd
GL51 8PX

Tue 28th

2pm

coffee/tea

 

2.30pm
Strong & Steady

 

Funded by the NHS, Strong & Steady will demonstrate specialised exercise programmes designed to improve mobility, strength and balance, specifically aimed at reducing falls, and boosting confidence in daily activities.

 

St Mark’s Methodist Church Hall
Gloucester Rd
GL51 8PX

Tue 26th

2pm

coffee/tea

 

2.30pm
Older Drivers Forum

 

The Older Drivers Forum is a not-for-profit organisation which aims to support mature drivers on how to continue driving safely for longer with practical information and tips.

 

St Mark’s Methodist Church Hall
Gloucester Rd
GL51 8PX

 

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Tue 30th

2pm

coffee/tea

 

2.30pm
Dance with Parkinson’s

 

Dancing is a fun and active way of keeping fit, improving posture, balance and fluidity of movement. Here’s a chance to experience a taster of this popular group.

So, keeeeeep dancing…

 

St Mark’s Methodist Church Hall
Gloucester Rd
GL51 8PX

 

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Tewkesbury Events

Branch Meetings 2023

This group meets on the first Thursday of each month. No booking required.

Time: 11.00am to 12.30pm

Where: The Wheatpieces Community Centre, Columbine Road, Walton Cardiff, Tewkesbury, GL20 7SP

For more info, contact Julie by email

 

Planned events for 2026 include:

January 2026:  NO meeting

February 2026: Join us for a coffee and a natter

March 2026: We are joined by Ali Hendley, our local Advisor from Parkinson’s UK. Ali has a wealth of information on how PUK can help you and will also be available afterwards to discuss any follow-up / one-to-one help.

April 2026: Watch this space

May 2026: a fascinating introduction to Tewkesbury’s historic alleys with a talk by Steve Goodchild from Project Alley Cat (note we will not be visiting the alleys)

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