Local Organisations
Regular Activities at Trowell Parish Hall
Trowell Parish Hall hosts a range of regular classes, groups and activities for people of all ages.
The sessions listed below all take place at Trowell Parish Hall, Stapleford Road.
Details below are correct as of February 2026.
If you run a group at the Parish Hall and would like to be included, please contact the Parish Clerk at clerk@trowell.org.uk.
Monday
Tai Chi
Tai Chi is a gentle form of exercise that helps improve balance, flexibility and wellbeing. Sessions are suitable for beginners and all abilities.
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
Instructor: Julie Barker
Contact: tanya.noon@centralcoop.co.uk
WW (Weightwatchers)
WW workshops are held weekly at Trowell Parish Hall.
Time: 6.00pm
Coach: Lisa C
Email: lcoates@ww.com
Girl guiding (1st Trowell)
Girl guiding groups meet weekly during term time and offer fun, friendship and activities for girls of different ages.
Rainbows (Ages 5–7)
Brownies (Ages 7–10)
Guides (Ages 10–15)
Time: Monday evenings (term time only)
Register interest:
https://www.girlguiding.org.uk/information-for-parents/register-a-child/
Volunteer:
https://www.girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved/become-a-volunteer/register-to-volunteer/
Tuesday
Keep Fit (Over 70s)
A friendly and welcoming fitness session designed for over 70s.
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
Contact: June Pike
Telephone: 0115 946 9018
Pilates & Gentle Exercise (Amy G)
A gentle exercise class suitable for all abilities.
Times: 6.00pm and 7.15pm
Instructor: Amy G
Contact:
Email: amy@godsmark.co.uk
Telephone: 07985 620212
Wednesday
Community Connect
A friendly drop-in session offering an opportunity to meet others, share information and access local support.
When: Every other Wednesday (fortnightly), 10.00am
Next session: 25 February 2026
Where: Trowell Parish Hall
For more information, please contact:
Helen Cutting
Telephone: 07821 895194
Slimming World
Slimming World group sessions are held weekly at Trowell Parish Hall.
Times: 3.00pm, 5.00pm and 6.45pm
Group Leader: Debbie Wilson
Telephone: 07738 634284
Thursday
Pilates & Gentle Exercise (Amy G)
Time: 10.00am
Contact:
Email: amy@godsmark.co.uk
Telephone: 07985 620212
Painting & Drawing Class
A relaxed and supportive class for those interested in painting and drawing. Suitable for beginners and experienced artists.
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm (term time only)
Contact: Sue Campbell
Telephone: 0115 932 7039
Email: sueartist@dol.com
Strength & Balance
A supportive class focused on improving strength, mobility and balance.
Time: 11.30am
Contact:
Email: amy@godsmark.co.uk
Telephone: 07985 620212
Burnett Academy – Karate & Kickboxing
Martial arts and fitness classes take place weekly at the Parish Hall.
Kids Karate: 5.00pm
Teen & Adult Karate: 6.00pm
Teen & Adult Kickboxing: 7.00pm
Telephone: 07779 521141
Email: enquiries.burnettacademy@hotmail.com
Monthly Events
Monthly Craft Fair – Ilkeston’s Creative Hive
Ilkeston’s Creative Hive holds a regular craft fair at Trowell Parish Hall, featuring local makers and small businesses.
When: Usually the second Sunday of each month
(please note dates may vary if they fall on a Bank Holiday)
No fairs are held in January or August.
Contact Email: ilkestonscreativehive@hotmail.com