Beyond Food: Stronger Futures
Free groups and workshops
Our Beyond Food: Stronger Futures programme provides workshops and group sessions where you can develop new skills, improve your wellbeing, connect with others and access local support.
Whether you want guidance, want to try something new, share your experiences, or just meet people in a friendly, welcoming environment, there’s a group waiting for you.
All sessions are completely free of charge, and everyone is welcome.
Stand Stronger Together – weekly food, support & wellbeing hub in Chichester
Join our weekly group for a nutritious shared meal, friendly support and the chance to connect with others.
- Every Tuesday
- 10:30am to 1:30pm (please arrive by 11:00am)
- Chichester District Foodbank, Unit 10, Chichester Trade Centre, Quarry Lane, PO19 8ET
Summer break: sessions resume from Tuesday 18 August 2026.
| Date | Support available |
| 18 August | Supporting You team: advice on benefits, managing money, debt, housing costs, employment, wellbeing and other cost of living support |
| 25 August | Sewing and repair techniques: hands-on experience with basic sewing and repair skills for clothing and other textiles. Led by Mog from Rumboldswhyke WI |
| 1 Sept | LEAP: advice about ways to save money on your energy bills, from referral, to home visit, to follow-up, specific to your energy efficiency needs. |
| 8 Sept | AGEUK: find out about friendship services and local community support, either for yourself or others |
| 15 Sept | Saltwater Creations: transform discarded items found on local Chichester beaches into unique art in this fun sessions with Jules from Saltwater Creations. No artistic skills needed! |
| 22 Sept | Community Warden Jimmy Upton will join us to talk about community safety and local support |
| 29 Sept | Chichester Wellbeing: food and mood session with advice for healthy eating and its impact on mood, offering practical suggestions for lifestyle changes |
No booking needed - just drop in.
One Step at a Time - weekly walking for wellbeing group in Petworth
Get out, meet others and enjoy a gentle weekly walk with Chichester District Foodbank and Chichester District Council's Social Prescribers. Families, individuals and well-behaved dogs are very welcome. Followed by complimentary tea and biscuits afterwards.
- Every Thursday
- 10:00am.
- Meet at Petworth Library, 5 High Street, Petworth, GU28 0AU
No booking required.
Family Matters - summer holiday family groups in Midhurst
Hosted by Home-Start Chichester & District and Chichester District Foodbank, these free summer sessions provide a relaxed space to spend time together and meet other local families. Kids can make tasty, healthy snacks, enjoy toys and games and take part in creative activities.
It’s also a chance to meet the Home-Start team, find out more about family support available locally or simply have a chat over a cup of tea while the children play.
- Wednesday 5, 12 & 19 August
- 10:00am to 11.30am
- Memorial Hall, South Downs Centre, North Street, Midhurst, GU29 9DH.
Please book your space in advance:
Want to find out more or book a session?
Please contact Anna, Participation Manager
I came along the first time to meet new people, to learn new things and feel a little more connected to Chichester. I was made to feel very welcome - everyone chatted and made me feel comfortable.