The Be Together events are funded by the wonderful grant we have received from Global's Make Some Noise charity. The Aching Arms Be Together events are an opportunity for our community to come together. Held throughout the UK, they provide an opportunity to spend time doing activities with others who have some understanding of what you have experienced. Our past events include, football matches for Dads, picnics, camp fire and tree planting events and a sibling fun farm day. When attending an event, there is no expectation that you will discuss your story, but if you choose to, you can share it with those around you. We want you to know you are not alone, and our events can be a way of creating new memories in honour of a baby special to you. We would love to see you at one of our upcoming events, you can find out more by clicking on the events coming up box below and following us on social media.
You have enquires, you are welcome to contact Claire, our Be Together Project Lead at betogether@achingarms.co.uk.
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We'd love you to join us at our Spring Wreath Making event in collaboration with Footprints Baby Loss Charity.
It will be a lovely session where you can enjoy making a Spring themed wreath whilst meeting and chatting other bereaved parents/family members, including loss from a multiple pregnancy or birth.
This is an adult-only event but you do not have to attend on your own, please feel free to bring your partner, friends or other family members.
You will be able to dedicate a bear for free in memory of a baby/babies special to you.
Refreshments will be provided, please let us know of any dietary requirements on the form below. We look forward to seeing you there. There is free parking at the venue
Date: Saturday 22nd March Time: 10:00 - 13:00 Location: The Recreation Rooms, Mentmore Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard. Bedfordshire. LU7 2NZ
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Our Be Together coffee mornings are for bereaved families who have experienced the heartbreak of losing a baby, during pregnancy, at birth or soon after.
Come along for support and understanding in a safe and compassionate environment at our coffee mornings.
Whether you're seeking advice, friendship, or simply a listening ear, you'll find it here among fellow parents who have walked a path similar to your own. Together, we can support each other through this journey of grief.
There is no need to sign up, just come along between 11am and 12:30pm to our Aching Arms Hub.
If you have any questions about attending, please contact Sharon, who is hosting the event at shop@achingarms.co.uk
Date: Wednesday 26th March
Time: 11am - 12:30pn
Location: 49 Summer Hill, Halesowen, B63 3BU.
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Future dates: (Coffee mornings will be on Wednesdays) : 30th April, 21st May and 25th June.
We are delighted to have been invited to play another match by Scott and Beth, in memory of their daughter Elodie, against 2Wish Cymru to remember all the babies who lit up our lives for such a short time and raise money for both charities.
We'd love you to join our team and play in this match. Please bring along your family and friends to support. Date: Saturday 12th April 2025
Location: Underhill Park, Newton Road, Mumbles, Swansea SA3 4ND
Kick off time: TBC - we have the pitch from 12:00 - 14:00 Directions
What3Words: backyards.waddled.solved
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Come and play for our team!
Angels United's second annual #BreakTheSilence tournament will be taking place on 31st May 2025 at Ashton Sixth Form College in Manchester. Bringing together 10 teams from the baby and child loss community for a day that will be just as special on the pitch as it will be off it, using football to get people talking and remember those that we all play for. Date: Saturday, 31st May 2025 Location: Ashton Sixth Form College, Darnton Road, Ashton-under-Lyne OL6 9RL Kick off time: TBC Directions What3words: ///farm.rather.apple
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