Vine Centre

Vine Centre Community Organisation, Day Nursery and Afterschools Club

The Vine Centre was established in 1970, on the initiative of members of several church congregations on the lower part of the Crumlin Road. Initially, this was in response to a specific problem; due to violence in the area, many local people had been compelled to leave their homes at short notice, and needed help with practical issues such as securing alternative accommodation and moving their po

ssessions. However, over subsequent years the Centre evolved to address a much wider range of issues linked to the physical, economic and social regeneration of the area. For most of its existence, the Centre operated from converted houses in the area, most notably at 227 Crumlin Road. However, in 2003 a new purpose built Centre was officially opened, which has significantly enhanced the facilities available to us, and allowed us to expand the range of programmes, activities and services we could offer to local people, most notably in terms of locally accessible, affordable childcare. The Centre operates within a Christian ethos, which sees the work we do as a practical demonstration of Godโ€™s unconditional love for the people of this area; this is reflected in the non-judgemental basis on which we approach those who use the building, viewing all those who access our programmes, activities and services as of equal value, and worthy of the best efforts of staff and volunteers at all times.

Today some of our staff are attending a conference called Stronger Together in Shankill Womens Centre. Why not pop in an...
03/06/2026

Today some of our staff are attending a conference called Stronger Together in Shankill Womens Centre. Why not pop in and see what help is on offer

17/05/2026
17/05/2026

๐ŸŒˆ PLACES AVAILABLE โ€“ Vine Centre Afterschools! ๐ŸŒˆ

Do you have a child starting P1 this September? ๐ŸŽ’
Looking for safe, fun and reliable childcare?

โœจ Your child can begin settling in with us from the start of July!

๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿ‘ฆ Spaces available for children P1 โ€“ P7

๐Ÿ“ž For more information or to secure a place:
Contact Tracey Whittle
โ˜Ž๏ธ 02890 351020
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]

๐Ÿ’› Safe, fun and welcoming care for your child!

Today marks the start of mental health awareness week. If you are struggling and feel you have no one to turn too, pleas...
11/05/2026

Today marks the start of mental health awareness week. If you are struggling and feel you have no one to turn too, please pick up your phone and give us a ring on 02890 351020 or call in to our building at 193 Crumlin Road. There is always someone who can help and listen to you

08/05/2026

*We are hiring*

To apply - Drop CV into the office or email to [email protected]

Post: Reception and Administration

Hours: 16 hours per week including rota base as per Business Operational Hours

Salary: ยฃ12.92 per hour

Annual Leave: As set by organisation/statutory holidays.

Responsible to: Centre Manager

Main Purpose of Post:

The Ardoyne Association has been providing advice to people living in the Ardoyne / Marrowbone and wider North Belfast area for over 50yrs. We are extremely active in Community Development and Providing Training and Employability Programmes. The post will be part of a small team based at the Centre.

Key Duties:

โ€ข Welcome all visitors to the centre
โ€ข Manage Online Diaries
โ€ข Handle all incoming telephone calls.
โ€ข Manage and Maintain Stationary
โ€ข Good understanding of all Microsoft Packages
โ€ข Assist with Statistical Reports
โ€ข Manage Front of House.
โ€ข Photocopy, Scanning, Emailing.
โ€ข Support Community Larder
โ€ข Cleaning duties
โ€ข Any other duties that may be reasonably requested.

Requirements:
โ€ข Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
โ€ข Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail
โ€ข Mathโ€™s and English GCSE or equivalent
โ€ข Basic computer skills (e.g., email, Microsoft Office)
โ€ข Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
โ€ข Previous reception or customer service experience is preferred but not essential

27/04/2026
24/04/2026

๐—ง๐—ต๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐˜„๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—ฐ๐—น๐—ผ๐˜๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐˜€๐˜๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—น๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ธ๐˜€ ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ธ๐—ฒ ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ด๐—ต๐˜ ๐—ป๐—ผ๐˜„โ€ฆ

We know weโ€™ve asked for a lot recently, from stock for our market stall to ongoing essentials and weโ€™re so grateful for the support so far ๐Ÿซถ

But right now, our clothing store is running low, and we need your help to restock it for the people we support at The Welcome Organisation.

With the change in weather, weโ€™re especially in need of:

๐Ÿ‘– Leggings & tracksuit bottoms
๐Ÿงฅ Hoodies & fleeces
๐Ÿ‘• T-shirts
๐Ÿงฆ New underwear

These are the items people ask for most and the ones that go quickest.

Drop-off point ๐Ÿ“
The Welcome Organisation, Unit 36-37, Townsend Enterprise Park, 28 Townsend Street, Belfast, BT13 2ES
Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm

If youโ€™ve donated recently, thank you, it really does make a difference. And if youโ€™re able to help again or share this post, weโ€™d really appreciate it.

Every bit of support helps us keep going ๐Ÿงก

23/04/2026

*Free Training Opportunity*

Introduction to Benefits Training

4 week course - Monday morning or Tuesday evening courses available

Please contact Kevin on [email protected]

or

Ring office on 02890 715165 and ask for Kevin to book a space.

Spaces limited, get in touch asap to register your interest โ˜บ๏ธ

Do you currently claim UC and you have been told your rent is increasing in April? If so do you know you have to update ...
23/04/2026

Do you currently claim UC and you have been told your rent is increasing in April? If so do you know you have to update your claim? We can help you with this. Our drop in clinic runs every Monday morning 9.30am - 12.30pm. No appointment is necessary. Please be aware this clinic can be busy and you may have to wait. If you have a query regarding another benefit please phone our reception on 02890351020.

This morning our Healthy Living Group had the pleasure of meeting our current Lord Mayor Councillor Tracy Kelly Lord May...
20/04/2026

This morning our Healthy Living Group had the pleasure of meeting our current Lord Mayor Councillor Tracy Kelly Lord Mayor of Belfast . It was fantastic getting the opportunity to enjoy tea and coffee in her parlour and to learn some of the history behind the room and what it was like being a Lord Mayor. We also had the opportunity to try on the robes and to sit in the council chambers.

Address

193 Crumlin Road
Belfast
BT147AA

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+442890351020

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