
What's On in Chiltern and Dacorum
👥 Regular Support & Activity Groups in Chiltern
| Date (or approximate) | Event / Activity | Details / Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 10 January 2026 | Chalfont and Latimer/River Chess/ Chesham Walk | 18 km walk in Chalfont & Latimer and takes us across to the beautiful valley of the river Chess and the picturesque little village of Latimer before returning back across woodland and hills with panoramic views past Chesham. Meetup |
| Ongoing / Regular | Chiltern Society – Free Guided Walks Programme | Twice-weekly guided walks (about 5-6 miles each, ~2½ hours) throughout the year. Good for regular gentle activity, countryside access, socialising and fresh air. Chiltern Society |
| Ongoing / Regular | Chilterns Chalk Streams Project | A gentle strolls along chalk-stream valley (near Amersham Old Town), led by experienced birders — ideal for anyone interested in nature, fresh air, and easy walking. Free to join. Eventbrite |
| Anytime — self-guided or group walk | Multiple shorter / easier walks in Chilterns countryside | The Chilterns offer a variety of short, gentle walking-friendly routes (e.g. riverside or woodland walks on easily-navigable paths) for those wanting a lighter stroll rather than a full hike. Chilterns National Landscape |
| Every Tuesday 7:30pm-8:30pm | Latin and Ballroom Adult Dancing | Email to make an enquiry and book: pips@pipsdanceacademy.co.uk Classes are Every Tuesday at: Chalfont St Peter Infant School, Lovel End, SL9 9PB |
| Fortnightly 11am Fridays | Singing group for those living with memory loss and/or dementia | Fun and friendly singing sessions for those living with memory loss and/or dementia, and those caring for them. Give it a try! You will be most welcome. Venue: The Members Room, Chalfont St Peter Community Centre, Gravel Hill, Chalfont St Peter, SL9 9QX. For further information please contact 01753917241. |
👥 Regular Support & Activity Groups in Dacorum
| Frequency / Notes | Group / Activity | Details / Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly or regular | Dacorum Community Dance – “Let’s Dance” sessions for over-55s | Creative dance classes (seated or standing), suitable for older adults — good for mobility, social wellbeing and fun. Runs across the borough including sheltered housing schemes. Dacorum Community |
| Ongoing / many sub-groups | U3A Dacorum | An umbrella for many interest-based groups: walking, music, art, history, social clubs, etc., across Hemel Hempstead, Berkhamsted, Tring and more — great for retired/semi-retired people seeking community & variety. u3adacorum.org |
| Monthly or regular lunch-club | Age UK Dacorum – “Senior Souper Club” (Berkhamsted) | Monthly midday lunch club: nutritious homemade soup, social setting, occasional cookery demos — ideal for older residents wanting regular social & nutritional support. Age UK |
| Weekly (Tuesdays) | Age UK Dacorum – “COGs” memory-support / social club | For older people (especially with memory problems) or carers: structured activity sessions, socialising, light meals/ refreshments — good for memory support and companionship. Age UK |
| Saturday club (some locations) | Age UK Dacorum – Saturday “COGs” club | Similar memory-support / social club, once per week (Saturday), giving flexibility for those not free on weekdays. Age UK |
| Day-centre & drop-in services | The Centre in the Park (Hemel Hempstead) | Day-centre for elderly / older adults: lunch, games, gentle exercise or activities, social time, support — useful for those seeking regular daytime social contact. thecentreinthepark.org.uk |
| Transport & outing support (when needed) | Community Action Dacorum – Community Transport & Day-Trippers Club | For older or less mobile adults: transport services, door-to-store, outing trips, community cars / wheelchair-accessible vehicles — helps maintain independence and connection. Community Action Dacorum |