What are the opening hours?

Tuesday 9am - 3pm Thursday 9am - 3pm 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Hope GB

Based in Torfaen, we run a once monthly evening support group & family day trips for Families & Carers affected by Autism.

Registered Charity 1157519
Enriching lives affected by autism
Any donations would be greatly appreciated to continue our work in the community: https://hopegb.enthuse.com/cp/52e58/donate We also facilitate the Torfaen Autism Stakeholder Group once every two months meeting with Key Professionals & Parent Representatives in Torfaen helping to develop the Autism Strategy (under guidelines from WAG) for our County.

02/09/2026

Join us for coffee this week ☕

Come and join us for a hot drink and a chat. An informal opportunity to meet us, share and receive information, gain support from us and meet with other carers.

🗓️4th September

⏰10am - 11.30am

📍The Gwent Carers Centre

We can't wait to see you there!

To book, visit:
https://hopegb.co.uk/event/coffee-chat-pontypool/

21/08/2026

Every donation makes a difference ❤️

Every gift - no matter how big or small - helps us continue supporting autistic children, young people, and their families.

Your generosity helps us provide safe spaces, practical support, and opportunities that can make a lasting difference to someone's life.

What could your donation help achieve:

💛 £20 could fund an evening of care at one of our autism-friendly youth clubs.

💙 £50 could help us run a free parent and carer support group, giving up to 10 families the chance to share experiences and gain support.

💚 £500 could help fund an accredited personal development programme for a young autistic adult.

Whether it's £2, £20, or £200, every donation brings hope to families who need it most.
Thank you to everyone who has supported Hope GB. Your kindness is changing lives. 💙

20/08/2026

We need your feedback 💬

We’re exploring a new project to improve support, opportunities and community connections for autistic and neurodivergent people and their families.

We would like to understand what people in our community currently need, what challenges they experience and what support would make a difference.

We are reaching out to ask you to complete our questionnaire (which should take around 5 minutes to complete.)

To complete the quick questionnaire, visit:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=mILHyXQnXUCeqMBCj4wbfThiX41LNGROtZxJ0j0dJpVUOFVBUUJMQzhJQzBCNU9BSks0NjBVU1pBSC4u&origin=QRCode

19/08/2026

Autism Training 💙

We work with businesses to deliver training and help raise awareness of autism and best practice. Our Chief Executive Sarah recently delivered Understanding Autism training to Torfaen Third Sector Volunteers.

If your business would like to get involved, contact us for more information:
https://hopegb.co.uk/contact-us/

17/08/2026

People are at the heart of everything we do ❤️

Every child, young person, and family who comes through our doors is welcomed with kindness, understanding, and genuine compassion.

Whether we're running autism-friendly clubs, supporting parents and carers, providing training, or simply listening when someone needs a friendly face, our goal is always the same - to help families feel supported, empowered, and never alone.

We have an incredible team of staff and volunteers. Their patience, dedication, and passion shine through in everything they do. They take the time to get to know every child, celebrate every achievement, and create safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can be themselves.

13/08/2026

Thank you to the Crane Fund Widows and Children 🤩

Hope GB has been awarded $3,400 - thank you so much Martyn who nominated us for this donation. It's extremely generous and will help us enormously.

Martyn is the Grandad of a little boy who comes to one of our clubs - thank you, we are very grateful.

10/08/2026

Partner with Hope GB and help change lives 🤝

A new autism diagnosis or the everyday challenges of living with autism can leave you feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to turn. Which is why we provide compassion, practical support, training, and understanding to help people not just cope, but thrive.

We're looking for businesses that want to make a real difference in their community while building meaningful partnerships.

How can you can get involved:
💙 Become an event sponsor
🌟 Choose Hope GB as your Charity of the Year
🤝 Become a strategic partner
💼 Offer pro bono support

If your business would like to partner with Hope GB, we'd love to hear from you. Let's make a difference together.

08/08/2026

Looking for an Autism or ADHD Assessment? ⭐

Hope GB works closely with Spectrum Specialist Consultancy Limited - an experienced team with over 20 years of expertise in autism and neurodevelopmental assessments.

The team currently has no waiting list – so if you're seeking answers for yourself, your child, or someone you support, Spectrum provides comprehensive Autism and ADHD assessments.

You won't have to wait months to access the support you need – and have remote and in-person appointments available.

✔ Comprehensive Autism & ADHD Diagnostic Assessments
✔ Therapeutic Support & Psychoeducation
✔ Specialist Consultation for Complex Cases
✔ Assessments for children, adolescents and adults

Every assessment is delivered with professionalism, empathy and a personalised approach to help individuals and families move forward with confidence.

📧 To find out more or book an appointment:

✉️ [email protected]
💻spectrumspecialistconsultancy.com

06/08/2026

Coach Day Trip to Barry Island 🌊

Join Hope GB for a fantastic seaside day out at Barry Island. Enjoy a fun-filled day by the coast with family and friends. Whether you want to relax on the beach, enjoy the promenade, explore the attractions, or simply enjoy a change of scenery, this is a great summer day trip for everyone.

Pick-up locations:
📍Blaenavon
📍Pontypool
📍Cwmbran
📍Newport

🗓️Thursday 27th August 2026

⏰ Departure: 9:00am

Places are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment:
https://hopegb.co.uk/event/coach-day-trip-to-barry-island/

05/08/2026

What’s Coming Up in August? ☀️

We've got three events coming up at Hope GB, giving children and families the opportunity to have fun, socialise and enjoy inclusive experiences in a supportive environment.

🚂 Trains at Glebelands Miniature Railway
📅 Saturday 8 August

🌊 Swimming – Private Pool Hire
📅 Monday 10 August

☀️Coach Day Trip to Barry Island
📅Thursday 27 August

Places are limited and advance booking is essential.

To view full event details and book your place, visit the Hope GB events page:
https://hopegb.co.uk/hope-gb-events/

Address

Pontypool
NP47BA

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 3pm
Thursday	9am - 3pm
	5:30pm - 8:30pm

Telephone

+447595455067

Website

http://www.hopegb.co.uk/

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