We’re delighted to announce that we have retained our 5-star Food Hygiene rating! The Brightwell Café has become a wonderful addition for everyone who visits the Centre,

As we look ahead, Audrey will be bidding farewell to us at the end of February 2026 as she prepares for an exciting new chapter in London, where she will continue developing both her physiotherapy career and her dance journey.

Over the years, The Brightwell has run a series of articles about some of our members' journeys with their specific condition. This article focuses on the amazing Roger Forbes!

The Brightwell would not be able to run without fundraising. There are many ways in which groups or individuals can support us to provide therapies and care for our community of members. One of which is our incredible Corporate Supporters Network, The Brightwell 100.

Please help us deliver the strongest campaign by completing our survey

Trish Smith, a Volunteer and Veteran of Oceans of Hope UK, has kindly written this article for us, which we hope you will find interesting...

Check Out Our January 2026 Newsletter! We very much hope that you enjoy our first newsletter of 2026. This edition includes some great articles. • A Tribute to Mark Whitehouse • There is a full review if 2025 by Doro, • Details about all the events in the coming months. • Brightwell 100 Wishlist Update • New Menu ideas from round the Café • Information about our classes. • Plus lots more…

Time to Talk Day is the nation’s biggest mental health conversation. It’s a day for all of us to come together to talk, listen and change lives.

As the winter weather continues, we’ve been adding some delicious winter warmer dishes to the menu at The Brightwell Café. As many of us start the new year with aims to improve our health, we have been extending our menu

We have an active Carers Group here at The Brightwell. Any carer who looks after any of our members is most welcome. You can be a paid or unpaid carer, a partner, family member or a friend, to take part in our events. Our next talk is called “Practical Hints and Tips for Carers”