Keynsham Mencap - groups for children, young people and adults with Learning Disabilities

Keynsham & District Mencap work to improve the lives and opportunities of children and adults with a wide range of learning disabilities across Bath and North East Somerset.

Location & Contact

Phone
01179 865659
Email
laura@keynshammencap.org.uk

Contact Person

Laura Jefferies
Operations and Volunteer Manager

About

A variety of social and leisure opportunities available for children and adults, with members from B&NES, Bristol and South Gloucestershire (and sometimes further afield) welcomed.

Clubs run weekly for juniors (5 - 18 years) and adults from 18 years and over, with some specific clubs for young adults.

Members have a broad range of needs and disabilities, including learning and physical disabilities, Autism, Down's Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and Attention Deficit disorder.

Our clubs are: 

Play and Shine 

Tuesday & Thursday, 9:30–11:30am (term-time only), Children (birth–school age), Queens Road Methodist Centre – A friendly, inclusive play session for children with additional needs and their families. Offers sensory play, activities, and a supportive environment to socialise and have fun. Contact molly@keynshammencap.org.uk for more information.

 

Super Saturday Club

Saturday, 10:00am–12:00pm (term-time only), Children (5–18), Queens Road Methodist Centre – A fun weekend club packed with games, crafts, and activities, giving young people the chance to build friendships and confidence. Contact molly@keynshammencap.org.uk

 

SENsations 

Unders (5–11), Tuesday, 5:45–7:15pm (term-time only), Children (5–11), Queens Road Methodist Centre – A social club designed for younger children, offering activities, play, and opportunities to develop social skills. Contact molly@keynshammencap.org.uk

 

SENsations 

Overs (11–18), Thursday, 5:45–7:15pm (term-time only), Young People (11–18), Queens Road Methodist Centre – A safe and engaging space for teenagers to socialise, take part in activities, and build independence. Contact molly@keynshammencap.org.uk

 

Bright Stars Sports Club

Monday, 6:00-7:00pm (term-time only), Children (8-16), Queens Road Methodist Centre - A fun and accessible sports session promoting health and wellbeing through tailored sports activities. Contact molly@keynshammencap.org.uk

 

Go Explore

Wednesday, 7:00–9:00pm, Young Adults (18–25), Queens Road Methodist Centre, – A social group focused on getting out and about, trying new activities, and building independence in the community. Contact molly@keynshammencap.org.uk

 

Club25

Thursday, 7:30–9:30pm, Adults (25+), St Dunstans Hall – A relaxed social club for adults to meet friends, enjoy activities, and be part of a supportive community. Contact laura@keynshammencap.org.uk

 

Music Man Project

Saturday, 10:30am–12:30pm, Young People & Adults (16+), SBL School – An inclusive music group where members can sing, play instruments, and perform, building confidence and creativity. Contact laura@keynshammencap.org.uk

 

Fitness For All

Monday, 7:00–8:30pm, Adults (16+), Wellsway School. – A fun and accessible fitness session promoting health and wellbeing through tailored exercise activities. Contact laura@keynshammencap.org.uk

 

Football

Tuesday, 7:00–8:30pm, Adults (16+), Broadlands School – An inclusive football session focused on teamwork, fitness, and having fun in a supportive environment. Contact laura@keynshammencap.org.uk

 

Boccia

Wednesday, 5:30 - 6:30pm, Adults (16+), Queens Road Methodist Centre – A relaxed and inclusive sports session where members can enjoy boccia, develop skills, and socialise. laura@keynshammencap.org.uk

 

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