Take some time out for yourself, meet friendly new faces, and enjoy a warm drink at our monthly VASL Wellbeing Café. Hosted in the lovely, relaxed setting of Lou Lou's Café in Great Glen, this session is run by our wonderful Community Wellbeing Harborough volunteers. It is designed to be a gentle, low-pressure space where you can enjoy an informal chat, discover shared interests, and build meaningful local connections. Whether you want to talk about your week, share a laugh, or simply enjoy a quiet moment in the comfort of good company, our team is always on hand with a warm smile and a listening ear.
This welcoming social morning is open to any adults living in Great Glen and the surrounding Harborough area who would value an opportunity to boost their emotional well-being through community connection. It is a comforting space for anyone who might be feeling a bit lonely or isolated lately, those looking to widen their local social circle, or anyone who simply fancies a pleasant, supportive morning out with like-minded individuals.
Venue: Lou Lou's Café, 40 Main Street, Great Glen, Leicester, LE8 9GG.
Availability: Meets monthly on the first Tuesday of every month from 10:30 to 11:30 (10:30 am – 11:30 am).
Accessibility: Lou Lou's Café features ground-floor access with a welcoming entrance. The seating layout can be easily adapted to accommodate mobility aids, but if you have specific physical access needs or seating preferences, our volunteers are always happy to assist you when you arrive.
Drop-In Format: This is a completely free, open-access community social session. There is no requirement to register online, sign up in advance, or book a place—simply come along and look out for our friendly volunteers.
Community Wellbeing Harborough: This café morning is proudly hosted by trained volunteers from Voluntary Action South Leicestershire (VASL), dedicated to improving health, happiness, and social connection across our district.
Local Resources: Beyond a friendly natter, our volunteers are excellent guides for the local area and can easily signpost you to other fantastic community projects, support groups, or wellbeing services that might interest you.
40 Main Street,
Great Glen,
Leicester,
LE8 9GG
This dedicated team focuses on supporting the overall mental health and emotional resilience of local residents. By hosting gentle, accessible community drop-ins and well-being hubs, they offer listening ears, a comforting environment, and invaluable signposting to help individuals navigate life's challenges and build positive local connections.
