Welcome to the Timebank Plus July Newsletter
Summer is here (don’t we know it!) and the Timebank marquee will be out and about in the local area. In particular, Twerton Flower Show promises to be a fantastic local event with loads of things to do. It will take place on Saturday 18th July, from 12 to 4pm in Pennyquick Park, Twerton. Our stall will include a variety of fun activities for all ages with some great prizes, plus a display of our projects. We do hope you are able to come along.
We also have some very exciting news hot off the press: we have received a Lottery Grant which will enable us to organise a number of Community Taster Days over the next couple of years, with a range of free activities to try out, such as crafts, photography, relaxation, tool sharpening, nature awareness, creative writing, cookery, etc. For many of these activities there will be an option of joining a longer-term course or group in the local area. Watch this space for further details.
Timebank Gardening Team, Tuesdays 10.30 to 1.00
The Gardening Team is a lovely, friendly group of people, led by Emma, the Gardening Co-ordinator. We go out each Tuesday morning from approx. 10.30 to 1pm to help Timebank people who are in need of gardening assistance. No previous experience is needed and you work at your own pace, with as much rest as you need and refreshments on hand. We aim to garden in harmony with nature, with plenty of space for wildlife.
We are looking for more people to join the gardening team, so please do consider giving it a try, you will receive a warm welcome. Training and support are on hand where needed. It’s an opportunity to work outdoors, learn new skills and meet other people whilst doing something enjoyable and worthwhile in the local community.
Digital Drop-In, Thursdays 10.00 to 12.30
Our Digital Drop-In sessions are a great chance to get help and advice with all sorts of digital issues on your phone, iPad or laptop. Whether it is setting up WhatsApp, bookmarking favourite websites, changing providers, setting up online payments or sorting out tricky phone problems, Nicky and our expert volunteers will be able to offer guidance and support.
If you’ve got a digital issue, pop into the Timebank any time between 10am and 12.30pm on a Thursday and we’ll do our very best to help.
Timebank Community Allotment, Wednesdays & other times
Our allotment at Bath City Farm is a fantastic opportunity for anyone who would like a space to grow veggies or flowers, either on your own or with others, in a beautiful location in the Twerton area. We have constructed raised beds and level paths on the site so as to open up this opportunity to people with disabilities or back problems.
Workday sessions are often arranged on Wednesdays, but you can go to the allotment at any time. Advice and guidance on food growing is available if needed. We are very keen to hear from more people who would like to get involved, so please do contact us for further details.
FeelGood Walks, Tuesdays 12:30 to 1:30
FeelGood Walks offer a chance to get out in nature, explore our local green spaces, meet other people and get a bit fitter. These walks are suitable for people of all levels of fitness and we will make sure that we go at a pace which is comfortable for you. Well behaved dogs are welcome on the walks. We leave from the Timebank centre at 86 High St, Twerton at 12.30 prompt. Contact us for further info or just turn up and join us.
Twerton Lunch Club, Wednesdays 11.30 to 2.00
Our very friendly and welcoming lunch club meets every Wednesday from 11.30 – 2.00 in Twerton. It costs just £6 for a delicious, freshly cooked 2-course meal. We also have a varied programme of activities, including quizzes, games, speakers, music, raffles and more. We celebrate seasonal festivals such as Xmas with special meals and entertainment and are organising a coach trip to Weston Supermare in August. If you or someone you know might like to join us, just pop into the office, give us a ring on 01225 442813 or send an email to timebankplus@gmail.com
‘Borrow It’ Library of Things, open Tues & Weds 10 – 4, Thurs 10 – 12.30
Our ‘Borrow It’ Library of Things offers a unique opportunity to access occasional-use items free of charge. We have a wide range of gardening equipment, camping gear, DIY tools, home maintenance items, equipment for events, catering utensils, musical instruments and more.
We have a good stock of strimmers, hedge trimmers and lawn mowers available, all in good working condition. Our carpet cleaners and other home maintenance items have also been in high demand. If you are planning an event or a camping trip this year, you may like to reserve a tent, a marquee or something else. You can view the full catalogue on our website at: https://timebankplus.co.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Spring-2026-Borrow-it-catalogue-List-A4-1.pdf
Everything has been donated by local people and can be borrowed free of charge. What better way to save money, reduce the need for storage space and help reduce waste?
Here’s an updated wish list of the things we are still looking for – please let us know if you can help: https://timebankplus.co.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/WISH-LIST-Spring-2026-A4-2.pdf
Creative Writing for Everyone, Thursdays 10:00 to 11:00 (online via Zoom)
The Creative Writing Group is a small, friendly group of people who meet up online each week to practise and improve our creative writing skills. Some of us have never written before and others are more experienced. Our aim is for these sessions to be fun and to unleash our creative flow. Each week we do a short writing exercise during the session and then take a look at short stories or poems which members of the group have posted up during the week.
If you are interested in joining the group, please email us for the Zoom link and the link to the Writing Forum.
Bath Guitar Group, Thursdays 10:30 to 12.00
The guitar sessions are a lot of fun, with a good size group and guidance from Nick, the facilitator. Anyone who is able to play a short list of simple chords is able to join and there are occasional opportunities to perform. Music is emailed to members via Dropbox, so that you have the opportunity to print it out and practise at home. For more information about this group, please email timebankplus@gmail.com or call the office on 01225 442813.
New!! Art & Crafts Group Starting Soon – Wednesdays 2.00 to 3.30pm
In response to popular demand, we will be running an Art & Crafts group on Wednesday afternoons at the Timebank Centre, as from the beginning of September. We will offer a variety of creative activities, depending on the interests and skills of participants and the availability of resources.
If you would like to give it a try or if there is a crafts activity you would like to learn or to share with others, please do get in touch. Further details will be in the next newsletter.
Community Sharing Space
In addition to the groups and projects listed above, we are still able to offer use of our centre free of charge to local community-based groups of up to about 8 people who would like to use our venue for a meeting or activity, when it is not already in use. Please get in touch if this is of interest, and we can discuss your needs.
Bring & Take Plants & Seedlings
We have set up a table outside our centre where people can bring surplus garden plants or veg seedlings and/or help themselves to any plants which they would like to grow. Please come and check out what has been donated and feel free to take some.
Timebank Community Book Library
This is a reminder that we have a small library of books here at the Timebank Plus centre, which can be borrowed free of charge by anyone interested. We also have lots of surplus books available for people to take.
Dates for your Diary
Here’s a reminder that our Summer Social will take place on Wednesday 26th August from 12 to 2.30pm. There will be a free buffet lunch and entertainment from the Guitar Group, together with a variety of optional games and activities. We will do our best to offer you a fun and enjoyable social event, so please do come along.
You are also invited to attend our Annual General Meeting, which will take place online (via Zoom) on Monday 7th September at 10am. Everyone who is a member of the Timebank can make nominations and vote for members of the Management Committee. The business of the AGM will also include viewing and approving the annual accounts as well as reviewing our work over the past year. We hope you are able to attend. Please contact us for the Zoom link.
As a Timebank, we encourage our participants to offer their time & skills to others, as and when it’s possible for them to do so.
Volunteers and other participants are currently needed for the following projects:
- We welcome anyone who enjoys gardening to our Tuesday morning Gardening group
- Practical people and food growers to join our Allotment team
- Anyone who likes walking – please join us on our friendly Tuesday ambles
- Members needed for our new Art & Crafts Group on Wednesday afternoons. Ask us for further details.
- Volunteer needed to help clean the Time Bank centre once a fortnight
- Volunteer to lead a tool sharpening workshop
- Practical person needed to do small repairs and occasional redecoration at the Timebank centre
Timebank Opening Hours
We are currently open to the public at the following times:
Tuesday 10 - 4
Wednesday 10 – 4
Thursday 10 – 12.30 (for Digital Drop-in)
Keeping in touch
Ring us on 01225 442813 or email us at timebankplus@gmail.com You can also find us on Facebook here or pop in to the office and say hello during our opening hours. We look forward to hearing from you.