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Nominate us for the Benefact Group’s Movement for Good draw and give our charity the chance to receive £1,000 of vital funding.
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Some of things we do to support those that need it…

At The Welcome, we believe in nurturing a supportive and vibrant community where everyone feels valued and connected. Our comprehensive range of services is designed to meet the needs of Knutsford and the surrounding areas, ensuring help is always within reach. From the comfort of a home-cooked meal delivered to your doorstep by our Meals on Wheels, to the compassionate ear of our Counselling Service, we’re here for you.

Café and catering read more…
Meals on wheels read more…
Access to services
Advice and Support Service
Community Sessions
Events and Activities read more…
Mental health and wellbeing read more…
Christmas support

How you can help…

Donate

Click on the JustGiving button to donate or you can scan the QR code from your mobile.

Volunteer

Your time, your passion, and your skills can make a tangible difference at ‘The Welcome’. We have roles in the café, fundraising, drivers…or tell us what skills you can offer.
Click on the links below to email us or call us.

lucy.page@thewelcome.org.uk
01565 750905

Follow us and join us

We have regular fundraising events from Quiz nights at the Knutsford tennis club to Sponsored walks. By signing up to our newsletter you will be the first to know of how you can play your part and have fun at the same time.

What we did in 2025…

Support Sessions

We provided support for a range of issues including housing, health, medical applications, employment, utility bills, financial support

Meals delivered

Providing a hot meal and dessert to our older / vulnerable residents across Knutsford to ensure they remain independent at home

Attendances at our Easy Movers & Chair Aerobics classes

Children attended our kids’ activities

Attendances to our Over 55’s Luncheon Group

People joined us on our days out

Attendances at the 347 groups and events held in 2025

Come visit our café

The Welcome

The Welcome, 146-147 Longridge, Knutsford WA16 8PD

Upcoming activities for…

October 2026

Breakfast Buddies - 26/10/2026 at 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Chatty Cafe - 27/10/2026 at 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Knit & Craft - 27/10/2026 at 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Mums & Tots Group - 28/10/2026 at 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Luncheon Group: Over 55’s roast dinner and dessert £5.00 - 28/10/2026 at 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
English lessons - 29/10/2026 at 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Easy Movers - 29/10/2026 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Citizens Advice - 30/10/2026 at 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

November 2026

Breakfast Buddies - 02/11/2026 at 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Chatty Cafe - 03/11/2026 at 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Latest News

General Manager Role – The Welcome
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General Manager Role – The Welcome
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General Manager Role – The Welcome

This year, we turn 30 The Welcome has been part of the fabric of Knutsford for 30 years — though we haven't always been a registered charity. What started as informal community support has grown [...]

Booths Pennies – shoppers raise over £20,000 for Knutsford charity The Welcome
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Booths Pennies – shoppers raise over £20,000 for Knutsford charity The Welcome
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Booths Pennies – shoppers raise over £20,000 for Knutsford charity The Welcome

Customers at Booths in Knutsford have helped raise more than £20,000 for local charity The Welcome over the past year, through the store's “Pennies” charity scheme — the biggest local donation the charity received during [...]

The Summer Guide
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The Summer Guide
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The Summer Guide

The summer holidays are almost here and we can't wait to welcome you to The Welcome for a fun-packed programme of activities throughout the school holidays! We've got lots of exciting events and activities planned [...]