Saffron Walden Town Council’s joint venture with UCAN and Enterprise East, the Jubilee Hub in Saffron Walden is a place to connect, share, learn and grow.
Jubilee Hub is located at 3 Hill Street, Saffron Walden, CB10 1EH.
Be part of our community
The Jubilee Hub is a community centre with a focus on family, children and young people, and community. The partnership brings together the experience, insight and expertise of the three community focused organisations to deliver a programme of inclusive activities. The initial schedule was launched on Monday 17th April 2023, and will be regularly updated once we conclude a more in-depth consultation with the community. These initial activities are the ones requested by residents at our pop-up sessions in the build-up to the soft launch.
Enterprise East Group CIC
Helping people to tackle social isolation and employment barriers in our community – with a focus on provision for young people.
Saffron Walden Town Council
A service provider for Saffron Walden whose priorities include representing the needs of local people and raising the standards of recreational facilities; working effectively and efficiently in partnership with organisations within the community it represents.
UCAN
A charity whose primary mission is to reduce loneliness and isolation amongst the Uttlesford population and enable people to live independent but supported and connected lives.
UCAN VOLUNTEER CENTRE
Find out more about volunteering in Uttlesford district by popping inside and speaking to one of our team.
The UCAN Volunteer Centre is open every weekday between 10am and 2pm. We also have a display of all the latest UCAN volunteer opportunities.
Success stories for Jubilee Hub and Saffron Walden residents
Community Fridge is open 9.30am – 4pm Monday – Friday’s and situated in the foyer at Jubilee Hub. SWTC was recently successful in securing Food Support grant funding from Essex County Council (ECC). The funding support which started in January during the coldest and hardest weeks of the year, has helped to support regular supplies of fresh items. This week’s deliveries include fresh items such as fruit and vegetables and will be available throughout the week. No appointment is necessary, just pop in. Said two Community Fridge users, “The grapes are so tasty, they’re crunchy and so fresh. My kids have gone crazy over them” and “I went and got some lovely carrots and potatoes – great quality too”. A SWTC spokesperson added, “It is wonderful that residents are making good use of this food, by adding some fresh vegetables for example to the family’s evening meal”.
If you are a local food business and would like to donate, please email connect@ucan.org.uk to register your interest.
Warm Welcome Hub on Thursday afternoons: This is a weekly session which continues to offer a free light lunch served from 12 noon – it offers a friendly space where you can chat and be part of a friendly community of regular attendees . Open to all, the session not only address social isolation but also the cost of living crises – with food prices and heating bills continuing to going up! – free tea, coffee and biscuits are also available from 2pm, just drop in!
Life Skills on Friday mornings: This is a new series of free workshops providing training in essential skills to enhance wellbeing and independence. Available to all, the sessions are tailored to each person’s skill level and you will be provided with hands-on training in areas such as personal care, laundry, setting daily routines, house cleaning, finance management, and safe socialisation. With wraparound support and a welcoming environment, each session is open to anyone looking to build confidence in everyday life. If you would like more information or to book a place, please contact Enterprise East at info@enterpriseeast.org or call 07535 609248.
Monday morning
Ready Steady Play & Learn – 10 am to 11:15 am
Drop in for a tea, coffee & chat, a welcoming friendly session for family with children 0-4 providing games and activities.
Meet Up Monday – 11:30 am to 1 pm
The Jubilee Hub is open each Monday morning as part of the national “Meet Up Mondays” campaign to promote inclusion and reduce loneliness and isolation. We provide free tea, coffee, biscuits and chat, and the chance to make some new friends and share your life experiences. We will occasionally have guests of interest and some games to play. Swap children’s toys & clothes with other parents.
Monday afternoon
Virtual Reality Wellbeing Project 2pm – 4pm
Drop in sessions to
support carers, people living with early stages
of dementia, mobility issues & social isolation.
Enjoy a relaxing and therapeutic environment,
tailored to your needs. For further information
please email: connect@ucan.org.uk.
Tuesday morning
Employability Hub 10am – 11 am
Are you looking for work? We can help! We support with everything from creating a CV and completing applications, to preparing for and attending interviews. Drop in and say Hi! For one-to-one support appointments please email: info@enterpriseeast.org.uk
Tuesday afternoon
Singing for the Soul – 2 pm to 3 pm
Join us each Tuesday afternoon for a sing along. If the weather is nice, we’ll gather outside around our beautiful bandstand. Selection of music styles and no experience / ability required – we are singing songs we love just for the fun of it! Light refreshments available to attendees for small donation.
Chat & Chill Youth Cafe – 3:30 pm to 5 pm
FREE club for young people aged 11+, a place to relax with your friends and enjoy FREE activities in a safe environment. FREE refreshments too!
Time Out Club – 5:15 pm to 7:15 pm
Another chance for young carers to take a break from their caring role and make some new friends. FREE refreshments and activities as well as support and guidance.
Wednesday morning
Community Groups (10–12 noon)
Monthly support groups hosted by local charities:
Fibromyalgia cafe every 2nd Wednesday of the month.
Wednesday afternoon
The Fellaship – 2pm to 4pm
Talking & Social group for men.
Thursday Afternoon
Warm Welcome 12 pm to 3 pm
A warm welcome is guaranteed every Thursday at the Jubilee Hub, with a free light lunch provided between 12 pm and 2 pm and then we have tea, coffee and biscuits until 3 pm. Everyone welcome!
Thursday Morning
Wellbeing Hub including My Weight Matters – 10 am to 12 pm
Join our health matters team each Thursday morning for advice and support with leading a healthier and more active life. We will have representatives on hand from local GP surgeries, health coaches, information about local groups and activities and you can also sign up free to the My Weight Matters weight loss programme, with weekly weigh-ins and support through the programme. Light refreshments available to attendees for small donation.
St Clare Hospice
Weekly coffee shop – Cafe Clare
Friday Morning
Life Skills (10.30–12 noon)
Free sessions to learn about daily tasks like washing, ironing, cleaning, internet skills & more.
Digital Buddies – 10 am – 12 noon
Support with using Information Technology & Apps. (Now in Saffron Walden Town Hall!)
Friday Afternoon
Jubilee Hub Artist Hours. 2pm – 4 pm – Price £3 per person
An instructor-led weekly art group. This is an inclusive group open to all ages and abilities – you don’t need to be a skilled artist – just have the desire to be creative and express yourself through painting. Light refreshments available for attendees for a donation. There is a small charge of £3 per person per week to attend, so cover instructor and material costs.
Be Part of Our Community
For more information about these activities or to find out about the Saffron Walden Community Fridge, please email jubilee.hub@ucan.org.uk. You can also follow Jubilee Hub – www.facebook.com/jubileehubsaffronwalden
Whilst UCAN and EE are SWTC’s primary partners, the aim is to work with all community support agencies and groups across Saffron Walden to enhance and improve the quality of life for its residents. For information about the use of the Hub by community groups / charities during daytime hours, email events@saffronwalden.gov.uk and these will be duly considered alongside the activity programme provided.
For private hire bookings during weekday evenings and at weekends, email bookings@saffronwalden.gov.uk
Community Fridge
The community fridge (managed by UCAN) located in the lobby, is stocked daily with fresh fruit and vegetables donated by local food outlets, along with still good to eat items like bread, cakes and drinks; it’s primary focus is on food waste rather than food poverty and is available for everyone’s use – no appointment is necessary. It operates whilst Jubilee Hub is open – weekdays only, between 9.30am – 4pm.
Making good use of this food, is not only a great way to supplement what the Uttlesford Foodbank offer for residents, but it also reduces food wastage in our town.
If your Saffron Walden food / hospitality business would like to be involved with this worthwhile enterprise, collection arrangements can be made at the end of the day on either an ad hoc basis or as a regular arrangement. Please email connect@ucan.org.uk to register your interest.