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Shared Story exists to bring people together
through stories.

Our activities offer opportunities for connection, community
and confidence-building through listening to, telling and creating stories, in
both traditional and more unexpected ways.

13/05/2026

Do you live in Fishergate ward and fancy a relaxed, creative space to connect with others?

Join us at Fishergate Stories — six free sessions exploring stories, poetry and simple creative activities in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. No experience needed, just come along and enjoy being creative together. Sessions start on the 4th June, email [email protected] or call / text 07895702241

Fishergate ward stretches from the city walls along Fulford Road to Fulford village, including the terraced streets around New Walk and across towards the University from Lawrence Street to Green D***s Lane.

Thank you to Fishergate ward for funding this group and to our friends at GoodGym York for helping to spread the word! Converge York York Cemetery, UK Local Area Coordination in York Fishergate, Fulford & Heslington; Local Area Coordination York CVS Kyra Women's Project MySight York Explore York Libraries and Archives York Carers Centre City of York Council

12/05/2026

Earlier this week, we welcomed Nigel Corner, High Sheriff of North Yorkshire and his wife Harriet to Shared Story. They are passionate about supporting groups that champion mental health and shine a light on people’s potential.

People spoke about how stories and reading can provide comfort in times of loneliness, trauma and bereavement. One member described Shared Story as “life-changing”, while another shared that it had helped them find a new way of being and a sense of meaning after loss.

We talked about friendship and connection — how sharing stories helps people get to know one another in a deeper way, and how friendships are formed between people of all ages and backgrounds who may never otherwise have met.

One member described Shared Story as “a light in the dark” — words that stayed with all of us.

Thank you to everyone who shared their experiences so openly, and to Nigel and Harriet for their time, kindness and genuine interest in the power of shared stories Two Ridings Community Foundation

12/05/2026

At Shared Story, we believe good mental health starts with feeling connected — to ourselves and to each other.

For us, it’s about belonging, kindness, and having spaces where people feel heard without judgement.

Through shared reading and conversation, we use literature to help people connect, reflect, and express themselves in a relaxed and welcoming way.

Research has shown that shared reading can help reduce feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and depression. You can read more about this here: https://bit.ly/4tytHJg

07/05/2026

This morning we celebrated spring with a reading from The Secret Garden, a wander in the garden, and some sensory-inspired creative writing. The story’s robin sparked conversations about animals in our own lives and we laughed a lot over stories of mischievous cats. A joyful, reflective morning

01/05/2026

We’ve found a beautiful space for our next sessions… and it comes with a secret garden. 🌱
Creative writing, shared reading, and a pause for spring - can't wait!

21/04/2026

Poetry and porridge!

17/04/2026

Yesterday's poetry walk was a bit of a treat really!

We met in the café to share poems over a brew, then headed out for a walk through the park — spotting tadpoles, pausing by the flowers, listening to the water, and seeing a swan on her nest.

Being in nature brought back childhood memories — stories of ‘Goldie’ and ‘Silver’, two fairies who lived in the park, slow worms, bug-covered windscreens, hot days and rowing across the river Poetry Pharmacy

13/04/2026

A beautiful morning in Rowntrees Park
Already looking forward to our poetry walk later this week—wandering, sharing a few favourite lines, and letting the park weave its way into the words

31/03/2026

We recently received this single line in an email.
We need stories and storytelling, community and connection now more than ever
Who agrees?

27/03/2026

Beautiful book! Poetry Pharmacy

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York

Telephone

+447895702241

Website

http://www.sharedstory.org.uk/

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