This page contains regularly updated upcoming events for refugees and asylum seekers in Derby
Derby Theatre Sanctuary Cafes
The Sanctuary Cafe is run by Derby Theatre Community and hosted by Masion Foo and friends from all over the world who live in Derby.
Location: Derby Theatre, 15 Theatre Walk, DE1 2NF (Enter through Derbion Shopping Centre
Date and time:
- Friday 11 July 2025 at 11am-1pm
They welcome all people who are seeking sanctuary in Derby to join them.
To book your place please contact dtcommunities@derby.ac.uk or message at 07881 252674.
Click here to see the Derby Theatre and Maison Moo event flyer
What's On Guide for Refugees & Asylum Seekers
This factsheet is a guide for what's on in Derby City for refugees and asylum seekers.
What's On for Refugees & Asylum Seekers in Derby
What's On for Families - Jan - April 2025
Laverstoke Court Garden Party
On Wednesday 11 June, Laverstoke Court is holding a garden party! Join them from 2pm - 5pm in the garden.
No need to book, just turn up.
St Andrew's - Weekly Events Summary
Below is a weekly planner of events by St Andrew's House
Weekly Planner - St Andrew's (26.69 KB)
Derbyshire Cricket Foundation - Free sport
Derbyshire Cricket Foundation are offering free cricket and boxing sessions.
Date and time: Cricket sessions: every Monday between 6pm-8pm & Boxing and training on Monday and Wednesday between 6:30pm-7:45pm.
Location: Sherwin Centre, 117 Harrington Street, Peartree, Derby DE23 8PB
To find out more see the flyer below or contact Pete Boot at pete.boot@dcfcricket.com or call 07891 884145
Derbyshire Cricket Foundation Free Sports Flyer (416.28 KB)
Derby City Job Centre: Employability course
Workpays is focusing on Employability in January and is hosting drop-in CV Workshop sessions every Wednesday 10am-2pm.
If you are looking to gain new skills, qualifications or improve your digital skills and you are aged 18+, contact Lindsay Hodgkinson here
St James Centre: Help into Work
St James Centre is running a Help into Work drop in service, every Wednesday 10am-12pm, at Normanton Library, on Almond Street, Derby DE23 6LX.
They can help with CVs, internet searches and interview tips. Eastern European languages are spoken as well as English.
Click here to see St James Centre's flyer
NHS Sexual Health Outreach Van
A sexual health pop up van is available for free advice from the NHS Sexual Health Team. This is a free and confidential service.
They can provide:
- Free instant STI screenings
- Instant testing for HIV and Syphilis
- Free condoms
- Free contraception, emergency contraception and pregnancy testing
The sexual health van will be at the following locations:
Laverstoke Court - On 8 May, 5 June, 10 July, 7 Aug, 11 Sept, 9 Oct, 6 Nov, 11 Dec 2025.
Midland & City Station Hotel - On 6 May, 10 June, 8 July, 5 August, 8 Sept, 7 Oct, 4 Nov and 9 Dec 2025
Best Western Hotel Long Eaton - On 14 May 2025
Sandpiper Hotel - On 29 May, 19 June, 31 July, 28 August, 25 Sept, 23 Oct, 27 Nov, 18 Dec and 29 Jan 2026
For more information, visit www.yoursexualhealthmatters.org.uk
Padley @ YMCA Derbyshire Community Hub for individuals and families
The Padley YMCA Community Hub is now open!
Address: Padley@YMCA Derbyshire Hub, Parcel Terrace, Derby DE1 1LY
Open for individuals: Monday 9am - 4pm and Friday 9am - 4pm
Open for families: Tuesday 9am - 6:30pm, Wednesday 9am - 6:30pm and Thursday 9am - 6:30pm
They offer a warm and safe place where you can access a wide range of services and support.
The community team and partner organisations are on hand to support with a wide range of information, advice and guidance. There is also a community cafe, laundrette, and kitchens where people can prepare and cook their own meals. The community pantry offers food and other vital household items at affordable prices.
