For the Community
St Richard’s is at the heart of Hollingdean, sharing life with our community and working in partnership to offer care, support, and help to all who need it.
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Your gift enables the Community Support Café to offer support, guidance, and a safe place for those facing difficult times.
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Community Support Cafe
Every Wednesday from 10:30am to 1:30pm, St Richard’s opens its doors as a Community Support Café – a warm, welcoming space for anyone who needs a bit of help or simply a place to belong.
Whether you’re facing a tough season, need advice, or just want a friendly chat over a cuppa, you’re really welcome here. We offer support with things like emergency food parcels, budgeting, cancer care, housing, and more – and we’re grateful to have an advisor from Citizens Advice on hand each week to offer expert guidance.
No need to book – just drop in, grab a hot drink, and know you’re not on your own. There’s a place for everyone.
Play Cafe
The Play Café at St Richard’s is a relaxed, friendly space for parents and carers with babies and toddlers to connect, play, and enjoy a hot drink and some cake and pastries. We’re open every Thursday from 10 am to 12 pm, providing a fun and welcoming atmosphere where you can connect with others in the community who are at the same stage in life. Whether you’re new to the area or just looking for a place to relax with your little ones, the Play Café is a place to feel at home.
The Play Cafe is currently shut but look out for the re-opening in Easter 2026!
The Studio
The Studio is a welcoming group for women of all ages to get creative and connect with others. Every Friday from 10am - 12pm during term time, we come together to enjoy crafts like knitting, painting, and jewellery making in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Whether you’re the creative type or just want to try something new, The Studio is a place to unwind, make friends, and have fun. There’s always tea, cake, and good conversation — everyone is welcome!