🦁🌞 ASKLiON Summer Holiday Edition 🌞🦁

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Hi there!

Welcome to the Summer 2023 Edition of the ASKLiON Newsletter. 

Get ready to break out those flip-flops and slather on some sunscreen because our one and only LiON has found a sizzling lineup of events and activities for both families and adults this summer season.

We also highlight fantastic local groups and services that have recently been added to the ASKLiON website, but this is only a snippet so be sure to visit our website for many more!

Embrace the magic of summer, bask in the warmth of the sun, and make this summer one to remember. Happy reading, a sensational summer to you all and get ready to explore the city and discover all the great things it has to offer.

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Children's Activities

Children's Activities

Summer is here! If you are looking for things to do in Nottingham this Summer, this is the place to find them! Packed with information about events and activities across the city, designed to keep children and families happy throughout these holidays. Visit the Holidays Activities page 


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Nottingham City Libraries

Join them for lots of fun and games this summer! With an activity every week throughout August in all of their libraries hopefully there won’t be much chance to get bored! For adults they have arts & crafts, chess, games and work groups to just somewhere to go for a natter, visit the ASKLiON Libraries Page for listings. 


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What about us adults?

ASKLiON has hundreds of local activities and events around Nottingham for all ages. Whether you want to try out a new hobby or connect with people with similar interests, be sure to check out our What's On Calendar or Things to do Pages

Spotlight On Local Groups

There are so many new local groups & activities being added to ASKLiON every week! Below is just a snapshot of the fantastic variety of things available to you in Nottingham. Visit the ASKLiON things to do page and have a look through by category.

Did you know? The easiest way is just to use the search bar at the top of ASKLiON and type in what you fancy: chess, games, yoga, football, dancing, singing or anything in-between. Finding a new local group to connect with is that easy! 


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Rootz Theatre Groups (Ages 13-16 or 16-21)

Rootz theatre group is a creative space for young people with experience of living in care. The sessions enable participants to mature and establish their skills in many aspects of performing arts, whilst also building confidence, developing key employability skills and a support network of like-minded peers. More information...


Peak Caving Club

Fancy trying something completely different? Peak Caving Club is a friendly and very active new caving club, welcoming cavers of all different ages and skills. In fact, it is suitable for anyone over 7, so the whole family can get involved! They offer a wide variety of trips from short and easy going to longer and more technical trips. More information....

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ArtSpeak Painting Club

These painting workshops for over 60s are fun, engaging and stimulating, offering you plenty of opportunity to experiment and develop. The sessions which take place on a fortnightly basis, giving you a new focus and inspiration to produce your own pieces of work.  More information...


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Luncheon Club For The Elderly

Sycamore Dining is hosting get-togethers with other elderly people to eat and socialise at one of their regular luncheon clubs held in independent living schemes for the elderly.  Click here for more information


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Nottingham Model Railway Society

Nottingham Model Railway Society meets once a week in Mapperley where they have their club room. Here they work together to build models of various railways. Welcoming beginners as well as more experienced modellers. More information...


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Logiclock Escape Rooms

Logiclock is an entertaining puzzle-based live escape game. Designed for small groups of 3-6 people. The goal is simple: escape from the rooms in 60 minutes using only the mind, logic and teamwork, solving all the puzzles and mysteries.
More information...


Community Centres

Nottingham Community Centres

Looking for somewhere to host your next kids party? Many centres have rooms available to hire! Community centres are friendly, welcoming places at the heart of community life. They provide many opportunities to try out new activities, meet people with similar interests, and to make friends. Click here to find your local

Looking For Support

ASKLiON contains hundreds of support services across Nottingham. Whether you're looking for dementia supportcarers, mental health services, housing, childcare or anything else, be sure to check out the ASKLiON Directory. 


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Worried About Money?

Money can be tight during holiday periods. You're not alone, and there is lots of FREE help available. Visit our dedicated MONEY page for information on savings, budgeting, bills, borrowing, travel, claiming benefits, supermarket vouchers, debts, free & cheap food and more!


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SFiCE Foundation Groups & Support

Free to access projects for vulnerable adults, families and the homeless. SFiCE are currently running a homeless cafe, food & clothing bank, online ESOL classes, social cafe, as well as a their foundation support line for anyone who needs support and someone to listen to them. 


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Dementia Friendly Activities & Support

Check out our refreshed ASKLiON dementia page. Quickly find information & support for you or your loved ones, and discover dementia friendly events & activities to help connect with others. Click here to visit


Wellbeing Wheel

Wellbeing Wheel

Create an action plan by using our Wellbeing Wheel. Improve your health and wellbeing by identifying what you want to achieve, what you can do differently to achieve your goal, and what advice, information and support will help you along the way.


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Mental Health Support

For support with a range of mental health needs such as anxiety, depression and stress, to domestic violence and addiction, visit the ASKLiON mental health support page to find free and local mental health services.


List Your Event On ASKLiON
List Your Event On ASKLiON

Do you run any events, activities or support groups in Nottingham? Did you know you can advertise on ASKLiON for FREE?! Just head on over to our create an account page. You can then create and manage your own listings. Also when you add your listing you can let us know if you want us to further advertise your event via our social media and regular newslettersalso for free! 


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