Come and join us for one of our fantastic events this September!
All our our events are planned with families who have experienced pregnancy and baby loss in mind. We know that the journey of pregnancy loss and baby loss can sometimes feel isolating and lonely, and this is why we've created some wonderful events that bring our community together.
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.
You are welcome to attend any of our events that may be close to you below:
Join us in Ashdown Forest, home of Winnie the Pooh. The event is for bereaved parents, siblings and family members to come together and be in the company of others who share your experience. Bring a picnic, a blanket or chairs and your Aching Arms bear and soak up the magical landscape that inspired one of the world’s best loved children’s stories, the adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh.
Date: Sunday 7th September 2024
Time: 11 am - 2 pm. Location: Chuck Hatch Road / Kidds Hill TN7 4EU (Gills Lap Car Park).
Our Walk Together event at the beautiful Itchen Valley Country Park.
Much like our other walks this will be an easy paced walk for bereaved parents and family members suitable for all fitness levels. The walk will be lead by Donna one of the Trustees of Aching Arms and will be followed by a FREE tea/coffee and a slice of cake in the on site café. Date: Sunday 8th September 2024
Time: 3pm-5pm
Location: Itchen Valley Country Park, Allington Lane, West End, Southampton. SO30 3HQ Meeting Point: Outside the woodland café opposite the play park.
Parking: Entry to the country park is free but parking charges apply. Parking is pay and display only which applies to the drive, as well as the car parks. Payment can be made by card (contactless/pin), RingGo (by phone/app) or cash.
Come along for support and understanding in a safe and compassionate environment at our coffee mornings.
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. 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 10am and 12pm. Date: Thursday 12th September 2024 Time: 10 am - 12 pm. Location: Human Kind Café, 111 High Street, Billericay, CM12 9AJ.
Join the waitlist for our Family Foresty Session in Essex in colloboration with Let's Get Out, followed by a camp fire lunch.
The 4 hour session is aimed at bereaved families and siblings. We will come together in the woods and enjoy activities such as bush craft and treasure hunts, culminating in cooking your own lunch over a campfire. It really is fun for all the family. Date: Saturday 14th September 2024
Location: Kelvedon Hatch, near Chelmsford Essex (exact location to be confirmed).
In collaboration with Footprints Baby Loss Charity we would love for you and your family to come and join us for the day at Bekonscot model Village. The day is aimed at bereaved families, including siblings and surviving twin/triplets. Located in the town of Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire you will spend the day with other bereaved families exploring a wonderful little world set within the most beautiful gardens. You can navigate your way around the lighthouse and boating pond using our remote controlled boats. There is a small additional fee for this attraction which accepts cashless payment only. There is also a pirate themed play area which has been recently installed. The day will run from 10:30 – 2:30. We will start by meeting at the entrance. We will then head over to the education centre, which will be our base for the day. In the education centre there will be craft activities for you to do at your leisure or you can go off and explore the wonderful village and gardens. We will then come together at 12:00 for lunch. After lunch you can continue to explore the village.
Date: Sunday 29th September 2024
Time: 10:30 am - 2:30 pm.
Location: Bekonscot Model Villiage, Warwick Road, Beaconsfield, HP9 2PL
Much like our Essex event above, our Be Together coffee mornings in Halesowen are for bereaved families who have experienced the heartbreak of losing a baby, during pregnancy, at birth or soon after.
Our Halesowen Coffee Mornings are one of our regular events and will be held, every third Thursday of the month.
Date: Thursday 19th September 2024
Time: 10 am - 12 pm.
Location: 49 Summer Hill, Halesowen, B63 3BU.
We understand coming to these events can be a big step and feel overwhelming. We want you to know this is ok, we are also bereaved parents and we will be there to support you if needed.
If you would like to find our more information on exact locations and to sign up for our events (no need to sign up for the coffee mornings), please take a look at our more detailed events page here.
If you have any questions, suggestions or would like to colloborate with us on an event, please feel free to contact Claire, our Be Together Project Lead at betogether@achingarms.co.uk
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