Join Us to Celebrate Our New Chapter at the Big Hub Launch Party!

By Val Tate, Chair of the Wolvercote Hub

We are delighted to invite the whole community to celebrate with us at our Big Hub Launch Party – one of the highlights of our exciting new chapter as the Wolvercote Hub.

As part of the Wolvercote and Wytham Midsummer Festival, this special event marks the beginning of a fresh new era for the Wolvercote Hub and its growing role at the heart of community life.

Taking place on Thursday 25 June from 5.30pm to 9.00pm at the Wolvercote Hub, the event will bring together local residents, families and friends of all ages for an evening of fun, connection and celebration. We are especially excited to showcase the talents of local young people through a range of performances during the evening.

The Big Hub Launch Party promises a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with highlights including Russ’s campfire gathering, live music, a BBQ and refreshments, children’s activities, and plenty of opportunities to meet neighbours old and new.

A New Vision for Our Community

Earlier this year, we unveiled our refreshed mission: to support the wellbeing of people of all ages across our community.

We want children and young people to have the best possible start in life, helping them make the most of their school years and preparing them for adulthood in an increasingly complex world. At the same time, we want people of all ages to have access to activities and opportunities that promote physical, mental and social wellbeing, particularly in later life.

Your Community. Your Hub. Your Voice.

To ensure the Wolvercote Hub continues to meet the needs of our community for years to come, we are planning significant improvements to both the building and its grounds.

After months of planning, listening and reimagining what the Hub could become, preparations for refurbishment are now underway. Throughout this journey, we are committed to keeping local residents informed, engaged and involved at every stage.

Shaped by feedback from last year’s community survey, the Launch Party will feature artists’ impressions of the proposed improvements to the building and outdoor spaces. We want to hear what you think, so please come along, take a look and share your views.

We look forward to celebrating with you on 25 June. If you can attend, please RSVP.

More About the Wolvercote Hub

Earlier this year, we introduced our new name – the Wolvercote Hub – alongside a refreshed identity and expanded vision for the future.

While Wolvercote Young People’s Club remains at the heart of everything we do, ensuring young people’s voices continue to shape our future, our ambition has grown. We are creating a welcoming community space where people of all ages can connect, participate and thrive together.

The Wolvercote Hub aims to be a place where children can grow, play and feel supported; where young people and adults can stay active, creative and connected; and where older residents can enjoy companionship, activities and a strong sense of belonging.

We offer a range of affordable and flexible spaces for hire, suitable for everything from antenatal groups and fitness classes to support groups, social clubs, meetings and celebrations. Facilities include a large sports hall, outdoor multi-use games area, lounge, media suite, kitchen, off-road parking and public electric vehicle charging.

Now that the Wolvercote Young People’s Club venue has relaunched as the Wolvercote Hub, we would love to invite you to join us to –

The Big Hub Launch Party

Thursday 25 June, 5.30 – 9pm

The Wolvercote Hub, St Peter’s Road, OX2 8AT

Be part of a landmark moment as we officially launch the Wolvercote Hub and reveal exciting redevelopment plans for the venue’s future.

This is your opportunity to explore the vision, view the proposed changes, and help shape what comes next for our community hub. Join us for an evening of celebration, inspiration and connection. We’d love to hear your ideas and hopes for the future of the Wolvercote Hub.

The Big Hub Launch Party is set to be a fantastic evening full of celebration, community spirit and festival vibes. There’ll be something for everyone to enjoy, including:

✓Official launch ceremony
✓ Performances by our young people
✓ Live music
✓ Russ’s campfire gathering, creating a relaxed festival atmosphere
✓ Fun activities for children and families
✓ Delicious BBQ food and drink
✓ Bar

And much more!

Come and celebrate with us and be part of an exciting new chapter for the Wolvercote Hub! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for latest news.

Wolvercote Young People’s Club members are always at the heart of the space. Our wonderful young people will be taking on many important roles at the event.

Let us know if you can come along so we have an idea of numbers! RSVP here.

Looking forward to seeing you there.

Changes Afoot at The Wolvercote Young People’s Club

By Val Tate (Chair and Trustee)

We are delighted to announce that The Wolvercote Young People’s Club venue is softly launching to become The Wolvercote Hub.

The Wolvercote Young People’s Club will still be very much at the heart of The Wolvercote Hub, but the venue will further develop in to being a trusted, inclusive community space where people of all ages meet, access activities, socialise, and enhance their wellbeing.

Our aim is to:

• Host early years support and family provisions, such as antenatal groups and baby & toddler groups.
• Create space for health and physical and mental wellbeing activities for young people and adults such as Yoga, Pilates, or tai chi classes, walking or fitness clubs or support groups.
• Promote active ageing & community connection to reduce isolation and increase wellbeing, such as Seniors coffee mornings, Women’s Institute, companionship groups, or games clubs (bridge, cards, bingo, board games clubs). So if you are looking for a venue to hire for community activities, please do get in touch. The possibilities are endless!

We also have wonderful, value-for-money spaces to rent for parties, workshops, and events, including a lounge, media suite, sports hall, outdoor multi-use hard court, and classroom. We have an off-road car park and an electric vehicle charging station – the latter being available to the public.

There are also lots of ways for you to get involved.

Perhaps you have a skill you would like to share, or have some time to help with our gardening?

Maybe you would like to hear more about volunteer or trustee opportunities?

We would be so grateful to receive any donation to support club resourcing or materials.
We would also love to hear your thoughts on ways you would like our space to be used as we continue to plan for the future.

We really hope you like our new branding, and new look and informative website.

In the not-too-distant future, we hope to begin some first-step renovations and are in the early stages of planning the redevelopment of the entire site to make our facilities even better. Exciting times! Thank you for all your support.