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Growing Connections

Growing Connections is a three-year project funded by the National Lottery which aims to promote health and well-being, teach people new skills and bring people together through gardening.

It is a lovely hot, sunny summer so far and what better way to enjoy it than being outside in the garden? No matter what your experience or where you live you are always very welcome to come and join in any Growing Connections activities here at St Luke’s. Just remember your sunhat and sun-cream! Even if you don’t want to do any gardening please do come and say 'hello' and find out what we are up to, or join us for tea and biscuits at the end of the session.

Growing Connections and the EC1 Multicultural Women's Group
Growing Connections and the EC1 Multicultural Women's Group are taking a summer trip to Kew Gardens, on Tuesday 21st August.
Full information here.

St Luke’s Gardening Group – every Tuesday, 2-3.30pm. Meet on the First Floor Terrace.
This group focuses on learning different gardening skills and techniques, specifically growing in small urban spaces. Themes for July include a trip to Middle Temple to see their beautiful vegetable garden, growing grasses in pots, boosting flowers through the summer and preparing our plants for the terrace renovation.
For more information please contact Catherine on [email protected]

St Luke’s Food Growers – every Thursday, 2-3.30pm. Meet in the Edible Yard at the back of the building.
This group is also open to anybody and focuses on growing a variety of food plants from around the world. This is the busiest time of year planting seedlings, weeding, harvesting and lots and lots of watering! There’s normally always a few fresh organic vegetables and herbs to take home each week too.
For more information please contact Marco on [email protected] or 07951 039 113.

Sunset Social Gardening - Monday 20 August, 6.30-9pm
Please join us for some therapeutic after-work gardening - a great opportunity to relax after a hard day’s work, boost your wellbeing and meet other local people. Garden cocktails and nibbles will be provided for a small donation. There will also be the chance to take part in some botanical art activities. There are a limited number of places for this session and advance booking is required so that we know how many people to expect and cater for.
For more information or to book a place please contact Marco on [email protected] or 07951 039 113.

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What we do and who we help

We are a community hub in South Islington providing services, activities and events for local residents of all ages, including after school clubs, employment support and gardening for older people. Our large, modern community centre on Central Street is a great backdrop for our varied activities and we have several outdoor areas for visitors to enjoy. Our spaces are also available to hire for community groups or private functions.
Garden Room

The largest of our meeting rooms, the Garden Room has its own private entrance from the street and exclusive use of a terrace garden. It is a blank canvas to create the right setting and configuration for your event, and benefits from neutral, stylish décor and is flooded with dappled natural light.
Become a member

Do you live in our area of benefit? You could become a member at St Luke's for a one-off charge of just £5. Our Centre offers services and activities every day for all ages, including art, exercise and gardening groups and a daily lunch club.
Lunches at St Luke's

Islington locals who are over 55 can enjoy a subsidised, freshly-made three-course lunch at St Luke's every weekday in our dining room. The menu changes daily, and includes a roast on Wednesday and fish and chip Friday! Anyone with mobility issues can discuss transport to and from the Centre with us. Find out more here.
Activities & Classes for all ages at St Luke's

Our regular classes throughout the week for all ages.
Families and Children in South Islington

We offer a range of free activities and support for families living in south Islington. From free after school kids' clubs, giving children the opportunity to try different activities, to school holiday camps, there's something to suit every family. Find out what St Luke's has to offer.
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The Loft occupies the whole third floor of the Community Centre, and has exclusive use of an entrance (ante) room, kitchen area and toilet, within this spacious and versatile area. It is bright and airy, and ideal for meetings, conferences, training, seminars or less formal events. Its exposed Victorian steel beams and skylight windows offer wonderful views over the roof tops of London.
Area we cover

St Luke's may only use its own funds on charitable purposes supporting people living within a defined geographical area. We call this our area of benefit.