LinkAge Plus

LinkAge Plus: Community activities for over 50’s

LinkAge Plus is part of Tower Hamlets’ Just Say Hello Campaign 

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If you’re over 50 and live in Tower Hamlets, then LinkAge Plus is for you

LinkAge Plus is a programme of classes, activities and workshops for people aged 50 and over in Tower Hamlets. It offers friendly, accessible sessions including gentle exercise, social activities, wellbeing workshops and practical support, helping older people stay active, connected and independent. LinkAge Plus sessions take place across five community hubs in the City of London and is co-funded by Tower Hamlets Council and the North East London Integrated Care Board.

VIEW THE TIMETABLE HEREtwo women helping each other in a Linkage Plus sewing class

We run weekly classes and activities

Whether you want to stay active, try something new, or meet new friends, LinkAge Plus is here to support you. Our sessions help you build skills, boost confidence, keep moving, stay connected, and add structure to your week. Most activities are free or low-cost, including:

FITNESS & PHYSICAL ACTIVITY CLASSES

Including yoga, line dancing, seated exercise, tai chi, english national ballet

SOCIAL & LEARNING ACTIVITIES

Including Bingo, Singing, Darts, Pool, Arts & Crafts

HEALTHY LIVING WORKSHOPS

on topics like diabetes, diet & nutrition, falls prevention

IT & DIGITAL SUPPORT SESSIONS

For help with computer use, form completion and more

CELEBRATIONS & COMMUNITY GATHERINGS

Including Christmas, Eid gatherings, and other events throughout the year

HELP TO ACCESS SUPPORT SERVICES

on a wide range of topics including Blue Badges and Benefits Applications

Join in at one of our five community hubs

We have five locations across the city of London that run LinkAge Plus Activities. Find details of these hubs below along with their respective timetables.

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Linkage Plus Hubs

Toynbee Hall Community Centre

Community Centre, 28 Commercial Street, E1 6LS

Phone: 0203 856 9721 Email: linkageplus@toynbeehall.org.uk

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Sundial Centre

Sundial Centre, 11 Shipton Street, E2 7RU

Phone: 0203 828 3928 Email: sundial@peabody.org.uk

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Age UK East London

1 Merchant Street, Bow, E3 4LY

Phone: 0203 981 7124 (extension 3, option 1) Email: merchantshub@ageukeastlondon.org.uk

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Sonali Gardens

Sonali Gardens, 79 Tarling Street, E1 0AT

Phone: 0207 265 9292 Email: linkage@sthildas.org.uk

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Neighbours in Poplar

St Matthias Community Centre, 113 Poplar High Street, E13 0AE

Phone: 0207 531 0190 Email: enquiries@neighboursinpoplar.com

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JOIN OUR SESSIONS TODAY

Whether you’re 50, 70, or 90 – LinkAge Plus has something for everyone!

Most of our sessions are drop-in. Simply check the timetable below and come along to our Community Centre for the activity you’d like to join.

Toynbee Hall Community Centre, 28 Commercial Street, London, E1 6LS

28 Commercial Street, London, E1 6LS VIEW THE TOYNBEE HALL TIMETABLE HERE
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Looking to refer someone?

If you are a working professional, you can refer someone who is over 50 to LinkAge Plus to access the activities we offer. Please use the below document for guidance, and click the button below to complete the form

Linkage Plus Referrals Guidance Document

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