Our Services

Training, Employment & Community Activities

At Lion Farm Action Centre, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to learn new skills, improve their wellbeing and feel part of their local community.

Whether you’re looking to gain qualifications, get back into work, improve your fitness, meet new people or simply enjoy a friendly cuppa, we have something for you!

Adult Training – Learn Something New

Looking to build your confidence, develop new skills or gain a qualification? We offer a range of learning opportunities to help you take the next step.

As a UK Online Centres partner, Lion Farm Action Centre provides free computer courses for all abilities, helping you develop essential digital skills and become more confident using technology.

We also offer a selection of accredited short courses, including:

  • First Aid
  • Health & Safety
  • Food Hygiene

Whether you’re learning for personal development or to improve your employment prospects, we’re here to help you succeed.

Find out more about Adult Training

Job Club – Helping You Take the Next Step

Ready for a new job or looking to return to work? Our Job Club is here to help you get started.

We can support you with:

  • Searching and applying for jobs online.
  • Creating or updating your CV.
  • Building confidence with interview techniques.
  • Developing the skills you need to move closer to employment.

Whatever your experience or circumstances, we’re here to offer friendly support and encouragement along the way.

Find out more about our Job Club

Health, Wellbeing & Leisure – Feel Good, Stay Active

Looking after your health is about more than just exercise. It’s also about enjoying yourself, meeting people and staying connected.

We run a variety of health-related courses, leisure groups and activities designed to support both physical and mental wellbeing.

From gentle exercise and friendly social groups to games and creative activities, there’s plenty of opportunity to get involved, try something new and make new friends.

Indoor Carpet Bowls

Fancy a bit of friendly competition? Come along and join us for indoor carpet bowls!

Every Monday, Lion Farm Action Centre works in partnership with St James Church to provide a welcoming bowling session for local residents.

It’s a great way to stay active, meet others and enjoy some friendly competition – no previous experience needed!

Find out more about Indoor Carpet Bowls

Coffee Mornings – Everyone Welcome!

Sometimes the best part of the day is simply sitting down with a cuppa and a friendly chat.

Our coffee mornings provide a relaxed, welcoming space to catch up with friends, meet new people and enjoy a little time for yourself.

Come along and join us:

  • Monday: 11.00am – 12.30pm
  • Tuesday: 11.00am – 12.30pm
  • Wednesday: 11.00am – 2.00pm
  • Friday: 12.00pm – 2.00pm

There’s always a warm welcome waiting!

New-Prize Bingo

Eyes down and good luck!

Join us every Friday at 12 noon for our New-Prize Bingo session. Enjoy a little friendly competition, have some fun and perhaps even take home a prize!

Over 50s Friendship Group

Looking for friendship, fun and something creative to enjoy?

Our Over 50s Friendship Group offers a friendly and relaxed environment where you can meet others, share experiences and enjoy a variety of craft activities.

It’s a wonderful opportunity to try something new, get creative and build lasting friendships.

Find out more about our Over 50s Club

Activities for Children – Fun, Friendship & Learning

We believe children should have opportunities to learn, play, grow and make friends in a safe and supportive environment.

We provide activities that give children somewhere positive to spend their free time, develop new interests and enjoy themselves.

Free After-School Club – Ages 8–12

Our free After School Club provides children aged 8–12 with a fun and welcoming place to enjoy activities, make friends and spend time with others after the school day.

Supported by the Henry Smith Charity.

Find out more about Children’s Activities

Holiday Playschemes – Fun During the School Holidays

Keeping children entertained during the school holidays can be a challenge!

Our Holiday Playschemes, run in partnership with HA, offer children aged 8–12 the chance to enjoy a range of activities, have fun and make new friends during the school breaks.

Working Together – Stronger Communities

At Lion Farm Action Centre, we know that working together makes a real difference.

We are proud to work alongside a network of local organisations, charities and community partners who share our commitment to supporting residents and improving lives across our community.

Our network includes:

  • Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council (Sandwell MBC)
  • St James Church
  • West Midlands Police
  • Sandwell Early Years Partnership
  • Council of Volunteers Organisation
  • Black Country Women’s Aid
  • Agewell
  • Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB)
  • St James C of E Primary School
  • Rounds Green Library
  • Gm2Lf Big Local Partnership

Through these valuable partnerships, we can connect people with services, provide opportunities, share resources and help make our community a better place to live.

There’s something for everyone at Lion Farm Action Centre. Whether you want to learn, work, get active, meet new people or find support, come and see what we have to offer. We’d love to welcome you!

Lion Farm Action Centre is proudly supported and funded by

Lion Farm Action Centre, is a registered Charity Number 1161104, and is a company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales under Number 03026631
Its registered office at The Caretakers Bungalow, Shelsley Avenue,
Lion Farm Estate, Oldbury, West Midlands B69 1BG