Ponthafren’s August 2026 Activity Calendar

Ponthafren has a range of groups and activities to help you protect your mental health, keep busy, learn new skills, make friends, or move forward in whatever direction you prefer.

Email admin@ponthafren.org.uk to request a copy of our Activities Sheet sent directly to your email each month!

Using our Activities Sheet (Click To Download), you can choose a course you think will support your mental health and wellbeing best according to the Five Ways to Well-being: Keep Learning, Be Active, Connect, Take Notice, Give & Create

Book your place today to avoid disappointment by calling 01686 621 586 / 01938 552 770 or by emailing admin@ponthafren.org.uk

Ponthafren Activities – August 2026

Discover everything happening across our Newtown and Welshpool centres this August, with a variety of wellbeing sessions, social groups and creative activities designed to help you stay connected, active and supported.

Monday

Mindfulness

🕒 11:00–12:00 — 3rd August
📍 Ponthafren Welshpool, The Armoury

Tuesday

Self Discovery Group

🕒 14:00–15:00 — 4th August
📍 Ponthafren Welshpool, The Armoury

A space to explore thoughts, feelings and life experiences to develop greater self-awareness, emotional understanding and connection with others.

Booking Essential.

Men’s Group

🕒 15:00–16:15 — 11th & 25th August
📍 Ponthafren Newtown, Longbridge Street

11th August – Board Games
25th August – Darts

Woodland Visit NEW!

🕒 12:00–15:00 — 18th August
📍 Coed Esgair – Meeting at Ponthafren Newtown

Booking Essential.

Wednesday

Newtown Walk

🕒 11:00–12:00 — Every Wednesday
📍 Meet opposite the cinema by the bridge, Newtown

Gardening Group

🕒 13:00–15:00 — Every Wednesday
📍 Ponthafren Newtown, Longbridge Street

Men’s Group

🕒 15:00–16:15 — Every Wednesday
📍 Ponthafren Welshpool, The Armoury

5th August – Boccia
12th August – Gym
19th August – Table Tennis / Pool
26th August – Canal Walk

Thursday

Arty Crafters – Peer-Led Craft Group

🕒 11:00–13:00 — Every Thursday
📍 Ponthafren Welshpool, The Armoury

Powis Castle Garden

🕒 11:00–15:00 — Every Thursday
📍 Powis Castle Walled Garden, Welshpool

Contact For Further Details.

Walk & Talk Rugby Group

🕒 18:00–19:00 — Every Thursday
📍 Welshpool Rugby Club

Friday

Bacon Sandwich & Board Games

🕒 11:00–13:00 — Every Friday
📍 Ponthafren Newtown, Longbridge Street
💷 £1.50 per sandwich

Women’s Group NEW!

🕒 12:00–13:30 — Every Friday starting 7th August
📍 Ponthafren Newtown, Longbridge Street

A space to talk and relax with other women.

General Information

Drop-In Service

🕒 11:00–15:00, Monday to Friday
📍 Available at both centres