The Willows Centre

03/02/2025

Finally found a place to hold our first meeting

Big thanks to sbc for meeting with us and letting us do this

Please if you can donate anything this will really help us to pay the rent and buy refreshments etc

https://www.gofundme.com/f/three-munkys-chat-support-group/cl/o?lang=en_GB&utm_campaign=man_sharesheet_dash&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&attribution_id=sl%3A5b8c9e47-3065-4e4e-995f-d52dcfec72c3

03/02/2025

Afternoon everyone, if you know a man that is thinking about attending on Monday, please like share follow and invite them to take that first step, we never know who might need to see this and realise or not to talk if you’re not ready just listen




All groups start at 7pm please arrive by 6:45 if possible
Find you’re nearest branch at
locations

Sometimes listening and knowing you’re not the only one struggling is enough to help.

At our groups there’s no pressure to talk - you can take it all at your own pace.

Our talking groups are running in over 260 locations and online this Monday 7-9pm for any man 18+.

Visit our website to find your nearest group or join our online groups by emailing [email protected] ❤️

NO bookings, NO fees, NO pressure to talk. 👌

03/02/2025

📣 Bookings for our Holidays Are Fun (HAF) programme this February half-term are now open!

🥊🖌️ From boxing to arts and crafts, there are lots of fun activities to choose from for eligible school-age children from reception to Year 11. Providers are now offering two hour and four hour sessions for children to take part in.

🟠 Two hour sessions 🟠

• BCT Aspire- available for ages six to 16 for brunch, fun games, music and crafts.
• Billingham Boxing Academy available for ages 11 to 16. Fun boxing sessions for all abilities; Learn the technique and fitness elements of boxing in a fun and welcoming environment.
• Eastern Ravens Trust Roseworth- available for ages five to 16 for games, arts and crafts.
• Eastern Ravens Trust Primrose- for ages eight to 16 for games, arts and crafts.
• Emily Wratten Dance Fitness- available for ages 4.5 to 11 for dance, music, art and plent of fun games in a safe, welcoming environment.
• Groundwork NE & Cumbria- available for ages five to 12 for a fun filled session of crafts, sports and games.
• Roseberry Community Consortium- available for ages eight to 16 for a range of fun filled activities.

🟠 Four hour sessions 🟠

• Budo For Change Stockton- available for ages eight to 16 for combat sports including MMA, Wrestling and Kickboxing.
• Budo For Change Thornaby- available for ages eight to 16 for combat sports and fitness including Judo and Wrestling.
• Five Lamps- available for ages five to 16 for lots of fun activities including climbing, street dance and more.
• Five Lamps Sparkle and Shine- available for ages five to 16 for young people with additional needs to enjoy lots of fun activities including climbing, arts and crafts, cooking and more.
• Stainsby Gymnastics- available for ages five to 13 for Gymnastics and trampolining, acrobatics, arts and crafts and healthy lifestyle workshops.
• Stainsby Stud Riding School- available for ages seven to 16 for horse riding, stable management activities, woodland walks and games.
• Tees Active – Forum- available for ages five to 13 for activities including swimming, ice skating, soft play, arts and crafts and multi-sports.
• Tees Active – Splash- available for ages 11 to 16 for a swimming session followed by lunch.

🍽️ A free nutritious meal is provided each day for every child taking part.

Sessions will run from Monday 24 February to Friday 28 February and are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so book your child’s place as soon as you can at https://www.stockton.gov.uk/HAF

HAF is funded by the Department for Education and delivered by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council in partnership with Catalyst. Activities are available for families who are in receipt of benefits-related free school meals, in receipt of Universal Credit or experiencing financial difficulties. To check eligibility, please visit www.stockton.gov.uk/free-school-meals

❗ Please note bookings will close at 9am on Thursday 20 February- so hurry and get your child booked in this February!

👉 To find out more, visit www.stockton.gov.uk/haf, call 01642 527752 or email [email protected]

Catalyst Stockton

31/01/2025

Fab venue, can highly recommend 🪓🍻🍹😊

Join us TONIGHT for an evening of axe throwing glory and Viking-inspired revelry! 🍻🔥 The Longship Bar is stocked with Mead and Ale fit for the gods, and we’ve just opened LAST MINUTE slots for 6PM - so sharpen your axes and your wits, and claim your spot before they’re gone! Link in Bio to book! 🪓🤘💛

31/01/2025

30/01/2025

🎟️💷🎟️So from this Sunday we will be selling raffle tickets! Tickets will be on sale all week and the raffle will be drawn on a Sunday tea time. Tickets will be £1 each or 6 for £5! 🎟️💷🎟️

3️⃣Each week will have 3 prizes this will include 3️⃣

🍖A good joint of meat 🍖
🥩A mixed grill 🥩
🥓A breakfast 🥓

🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒All meat is sourced locally from Roberts Family Butchers after speaking to them the other day!🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒

🥳First draw will take place next Sunday - 9th February!🥳

❤️All extra money made on the draw will be donated to charity one way or another, whether it’s Easter eggs to kids or toys at Christmas or charity events we hold over the year! ❤️

26/01/2025

🚲 Just a reminder that today from 12:30 - 15:00, local officers will be holding a bike marking event at Stockton Police Station. Bring your bike to Stockton Police Station front desk to get your bike marked!👮

24/01/2025

IMPORTANT!!!

WE HAVE HAD A WAITING LIST FOR YOUTH CLUB FOR SOME TIME NOW SO FROM NOW ON IF YOUR CHILD/CHILDREN MISS THREE CONSECUTIVE SESSIONS WITHOUT GOOD REASON THEY WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE REGISTER AND WILL HAVE TO GO ON A WAITING LIST TO RE-JOIN YOUTH CLUB

20/01/2025

𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝘅𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗹𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘
This Valentines Weekend, ditch the usual dinner date and grab your gals, pals and loved ones for an evening to remember at !

Enjoy a FREE Welcome Mead of your choice* with Candlelit Tables, and a legendary atmosphere full of laughter, cheers and friendly competition - exclusive to Valentines Axe Throwing sessions on Friday 14th, Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th February 2025 🪓💛

Who will you 'axe' to be your date?

Book Here - https://www.asgardaxehall.co.uk/book-now

📍Asgard Axe Hall & Bar, Portrack Lane, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 2LR



*FREE Valentines Welcome Drink includes a choice of any 50ml Mead, any Zero-Alcohol beverage or any soft drink. T&Cs apply, we operate Challenge 25 and Photo ID may be required for alcoholic drinks.

14/01/2025

YOUTH CLUB IS BACK ON TONIGHT 4pm - 6pm & TUCK SHOP IS ALL STOCKED UP!! 😊🍭🍬🍫

14/01/2025

BOOK YOUR SESSION NOW! Whatever your occasion or celebration, Asgard Axe Hall is the place to be! Get yourselves booked in for an overdue Date Night, Mate Date, Family Day Out or Celebrate your Birthday, Anniversary, Baby Shower, Hen / Stag Do or even Divorce Party in style! With space for up to 48....

13/01/2025

The Hot Jobs and Training page is managed by Thirteen, a caring landlord and housing develop

13/01/2025

Are you looking to volunteer in the New Year? If so, please consider us. There are no minimum hours and roles to suit everyone.
We particularly need help in our Middlesbrough hub and with fundraising activities. For more information visit https://nitelightcic.co.uk/volunteering/ and become part of a warm and welcoming team 😊❤️

11/01/2025

*** Winter Household Support Fund update ***

More than 6,000 residents who are pensionable age and entitled to Council Tax Reduction will soon receive an £80 voucher to help with energy costs.

This is following on from the vouchers sent in November to working age households eligible for Council Tax Reduction.

The vouchers will be sent automatically, so if you receive Council Tax Reduction, there is no need to apply.

Elderly households who are on a low income but do not qualify for winter fuel payments will also receive a £100 voucher.

This means that pensioners aged over 66 in receipt of Council Tax Reduction but not eligible for winter fuel payments will be entitled to receive up to £180 worth of extra support in January.

The vouchers, which can be used to help with the everyday cost of living, are funded by the Government’s Household Support Fund and will be distributed from early next week. They must be exchanged by the end of February.

And remember, residents who are on a low income but do not receive Council Tax Reduction or claim pension credit can apply for a discretionary £80 payment.

To find out more on the Household Support Fund and how you can apply online for the discretionary payment, visit www.stockton.gov.uk/hsf

To access a number of support services available, such energy-saving schemes and welfare assistance, visit our ‘Here to Help’ Hub at www.stockton.gov.uk/here-to-help-hub

10/01/2025

𝗔𝘅𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗴𝗼𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 😉🪓

has teamed up with an amazing craft microbrewery in Teesside to bring you a 𝗖𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗠 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗨𝗣 of the finest draught ales, stouts, beers, ciders and more!

From the barrel to your stein, every pour is crafted with the spirit of the Vikings in mind. Come and experience our custom draughts, served straight from our hand-built Viking Longship Bar. Whether you’re celebrating a victorious throw or just enjoying the company of fellow legends, we’ve got the perfect brew for you.

Check out our current lineup below and raise your tankard to a good time! 🍻

𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝘅𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 - 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗡𝗢𝗪 (𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞 𝗜𝗡 𝗕𝗜𝗢) 🪓🤘💛

ADVANCE BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL FOR AXE THROWING - WE DO NOT ACCEPT WALK-INS

10/01/2025

🫵Fancy a new job this year?
🫵Looking to access a range of training opportunities?

Thirteen tenants don't miss out on your opportunity to be supported into employment by our team!

We can support you with all of your employment, training or volunteering goals in 2025

Not a Thirteen tenant but still looking for some support?

No problem!

Our service is open to both tenants and the wider public.

To find out more about our service and to see if you're eligible drop us a message today or get in touch on:

📧[email protected]
☎01642 947840

07/01/2025

YOUTH CLUB STARTS BACK UP NEXT TUESDAY 14th JANUARY 😊