St. Sampson's Centre
|| Church St. York, YO1 8BE || 01904 652247 ||Welcome to the St. Sampson’s Centre!
What is St. Sampson’s?
St. Sampson’s Centre is a community hub based in a former church building in the city centre of York. The centre provides a range of activities and a café so that local people can come together, reduce loneliness and isolation, and improve the wellbeing of older people and other residents through provision of support, advice, information, low-cost food and social activities. The café provides volunteer opportunities for ex-offenders and people with learning disabilities. Historically the centre and activities have focused on people over 60 but the centre and most activities are now open to people of all ages and backgrounds. By opening to people of all ages, the centre hopes to engender improved community cohesion, safety, and restore civic pride. The ethos is to offer a ‘home away from home’ to users.
What’s on at the centre?
We are open Monday – Saturday 10am – 4pm. Providing hot drinks and tasty food as well as being an open community hub for all in the York City Centre. Drop in for a nice cup of tea or to join in with our fantastic range of activities.
Weekly Events
Tea & Toast in the Annexe
Tuesdays 10.00am – 1.00pm
Join us in the annexe for hot drinks & a toasted tea cake.
Board Games Morning
Every Monday morning in the Annexe from 10:30 – 12:30
There is a variety of different games available, including cribbage, dominoes, cards, backgammon, chess and many more!
Games Afternoon
Mondays & Thursdays 1:30pm
Join us for an afternoon of games including:
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- Open the Box
- Bingo
- Play Your Cards Right
Fantastic fun for all, cheap entry and great prizes!
Deal or No Deal
Tuesdays from 12:00pm | £1.50 tickets
Each week there will be two draws, where a ticket will be picked for the chance to play Deal or No Deal.
Top cash prize, vouchers, and more to be won!
Tickets may be sold throughout the week but you must be present on the day to play.
Monthly Events
Samaritans
Every first Wednesday of the month we have some visitors from Samaritans from 11:00 – 13:00 who would love to chat to you.
Live Music
Join us for live music every month here at the centre. Acts include:
- Keith Jackson
- Craig on the piano
- Bryn on the guitar
To find out more and when these events take place, check out our social media!
Information Stalls!
Every month we invite local organisations and charities to the centre to provide support and advice for our customers. Organisations include Age UK and the Samaritans. To find out more, please check out social media!
U3A Scrabble Group
Every second Thursday of the month we host the U3A scrabble group from 1:00 – 4:00 PM in the Annexe, you are welcome to join and have a game of scrabble with them!
York Bike Belles
Once a month, York Bike Belles pays us a visit to offer bike rides to customers and help people get into green spaces who would otherwise struggle. They have a triobike where you can comfortably sit with a blanket and be taken on a short ride around the city.
Knit & Natter Group
Every 2nd Wednesday of the month we have a Knit & Natter group from 10:30 – 12:30. Feel free to bring your own project and share what you are doing, or take part in a group project. It is free to attend, and drinks are available to buy at our café. All abilities welcome!
Volunteer at the Centre!
The centre is run by an amazing group of volunteers in kitchen, cafe & front of house! Do you have some free time in your week? Could you join our excellent team? Get in touch now!
History of St. Sampson's
St. Sampson’s Church dates back to when the Roman’s ruled York.
What's on the menu?
Soups, a variety of home made sandwiches , award winning pies and some of the tastiest desserts & sweets in York…