Bridges Befriending Scheme

Bridges Befriending Scheme Bridges Befriending is a wellbeing project that links local volunteer befrienders with people who require a little company.

Our befrienders visit an older person in their home, perhaps for a cup of tea and a chat, or to go out for a walk. Community Connections supports people who are socially isolated in Monmouthshire to feel part of their community by providing volunteer befrienders. We bring people together either on a one-to-one basis or in social activity groups. Volunteers can provide company at home and may also

enable people to get out to get to appointments or local facilities. Community Connections has two project bases, one in Bridges Community Centre, Monmouth, and the other in The Palmer Centre, Chepstow. The project has a steering group made up of representatives from Monmouthshire County Council (MCC), Aneurin Bevan Health Board (ABHB), Gwent Association of Voluntary Organisations (GAVO), Monmouthshire Housing Association, Care and Repair, Bridges Community Centre and the Palmer Centre.

11/06/2026
11/06/2026

The Au-some cafe will be taking a well deserved break for two weeks - 15th and 22nd of July.

We will run a drop-in on the 15th June from Castell Coffee - for this date only with a slight change in time.

There will be no South drop-in running the 22nd June. We will then be back at the wonderful Au-some Cafe from the 29th June.

We look forward to seeing you.

09/06/2026

✨Monmouth Medieval Festival 2026 Schedule of Events released!✨

Monmouth Town Council are proud to release the full schedule of events taking place at this year’s Monmouth Medieval Festival on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th July 2026, 10 am – 4.30 pm. This much loved festival has become a staple in the Monmouth Summer calendar and this year’s festival line up will not disappoint!

As in previous years, Vauxhall Fields will host the reenactment camp, with The Freemen of Gwent Angevins 12th Century Live The Free Company of Aquitaine and Tom Livingstone, former stonemason of Chester Cathedral sharing their expertise to name just a few! There will also be Falconry Flying Displays from the renowned Ben Long.

Monmouth Castle will host swordsmanship and a castle tour. Monnow Bridge Gatehouse will be open for Tours and Savoy Theatre, Monmouth will be hosting special screenings of Robin Hood Prince of Thieves.

Please see the Monmouth Town Council website (link below), for the full event schedule and details of the Medieval Market at Vauxhall Fields.
https://www.monmouth.gov.uk/Events_48701.aspx

As if that wasn’t enough, there will be a food market in Monmouth in the Cattle Market car park on Saturday 4th July with mouthwatering local food and produce to sustain you throughout the event!

Where will you be?
We do hope to see you in Monmouth!

08/06/2026

Being part of the wonderful team of volunteers for The Bridges Charity means you also get to enjoy the wide range of fun activities we do to support you and show our appreciation 😀.

Community matters and not only can you get some great finds but you also supporting the volunteer projects that take pla...
08/06/2026

Community matters and not only can you get some great finds but you also supporting the volunteer projects that take place across the county!

05/06/2026

Yes, I am the proud author of 12 booklets that I have created to support families. Each booklet covers a different aspect of autism and is written as an easy-to-read, practical guide that offers understanding, support, and encouragement.

These booklets were inspired by my own journey and experiences, and I am immensely proud of the work that has gone into producing them. My aim has always been to help families, carers, and professionals gain a better understanding of autism and to provide resources that make a positive difference in people's lives.

Thank you to everyone who has supported this work.

05/06/2026
03/06/2026

Another month and a new Schedule of activities taking place at the MRSC Unit at the Livestock Market.
Gwent Police Rural Crime Team will be there tomorrow (3rd) getting farmers to sign up for the new Farm Watch Scheme,
Also please note, that in the future there will be a charge of £20 for Ear Clinic treatment.

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Bridges Community Centre, Drybridge Park
Monmouth
NP255AS

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+441600228660

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