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South Kent Mind craft group

South Kent Mind Craft Group every Monday from 1pm until 2pm at the South Kent Mind Centre, 3 Mill Bay, Folkestone.

The craft group practices a variety of different styles in a safe, group setting. Everyone is welcome to join in, from beginners to the more experienced.

Find out more about the South Kent Mind craft group and how to join here.


Creative writing group

South Kent Mind Creative Writing Group every Wednesday from 11am until 12.30pm at the South Kent Mind Centre, 3 Mill Bay, Folkestone.

The creative writing group is a fun and comfortable environment to process and express thoughts, feelings and emotions in a productive and artistic way. Beginners welcome. Members can also join via Zoom.

Find out more about the creative writing group and how to join here.


South Kent Mind walking groups

South Kent Mind Walking Group every Tuesday and Friday, in Folkestone, Dover and Deal.

The walking groups are supervised by a South Kent Mind volunteer who guides the group through a designated walking area in a safe, friendly environment.

Find out more about the South Kent Mind walking groups and how to join here.


Yoga and pilates sessions

South Kent Mind Pilates every Tuesday and Yoga every Thursday and at Three Hills Sports Park, Folkestone.

Pilates classes take place every Tuesday from 12pm until 1pm with yoga classes running every Thursday from 1pm to 2pm. A South Kent Mind staff member will be present to support you and classes are led by qualified and experienced instructors.

Find out more about yoga and pilates sessions and how to join here.


Relaxation group

Relaxation classes are held every Thursday 2pm until 3pm at the South Kent Mind Centre, 3 Mill Bay, Folkestone and can also be joined via Zoom.

The relaxation group is on a four-week rolling programme, learning more information and techniques as the weeks progress.

Find out more about the relaxation group and how to join here.


Healthy eating group

South Kent Mind’s healthy eating group starts every Friday from 3pm until 4pm and are held via Zoom only.

The healthy eating group, led by a Mind staff member, get together to share recipes, tips and ideas for healthy eating and wellbeing.

Find out more about the healthy eating group and how to join here.


Activity news

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Never-ending cards creative session

Come and get creative with cards! Emily from Wordup Studio has kindly volunteered to host a session for South Kent Mind members! During the session, Emily will be teaching members how to make never-ending cards with rotating messages of love and support. Making art and crafts has...
Posted On 03 Mar 2022
, By Ella Kennett
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Creative writing group master poetry and prose

Get writing for your mental health! You might be wondering, why creative writing? How does it benefit mental health? Research has shown that self-awareness can help improve your mental wellbeing. Creative writing allows you to acknowledge your feelings/emotions by writing them...
Posted On 17 Feb 2022
, By Ella Kennett
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Positive banner making with Creative Folkestone

South Kent Mind members spread some positivity with Creative Folkestone this month! Positive thinking is an excellent tool to better your mental health as it can lower stress and improve your overall wellbeing. The banners created by South Kent Mind’s members aim to...
Posted On 15 Feb 2022
, By Ella Kennett
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Fundraising news

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Fire walk 2022

Would you walk over hot coals for someone? Well now is your chance… Come and join us on Saturday 5th March 2022 in Folkestone, as we host an exciting fire walk to raise essential funds for mental health. UK Firewalk‘s specialist team will show you how to safely undertake a...
Posted On 11 Dec 2021
, By Ella Kennett
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Lottery grant awarded

The National Lottery Community Fund have given South Kent Mind an early Christmas present! Simon Dolby, CEO of South Kent Mind, said: “The past couple of years have been difficult for many people. With a lot of us having to spend time in isolation and being separated...
Posted On 06 Dec 2021
, By Ella Kennett
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South Kent Mind News

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Curry and Chat held in Dover

South Kent Mind staged a Curry and Chat event at Dover’s Charlton Centre to raise awareness of its services. The event attracted more than 50 people who met South Kent Mind staff and were able to learn about the charity’s Coping with Life programme, wellbeing...
Posted On 29 Apr 2022
, By Simon Dolby
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