Looking for support or a way to meet other people in Letchworth?
This resource page brings together details of local organisations and activities that might help.
Food Support
Community Supermarket
Jackmans Community Centre, Ivel Court, Letchworth, SG6 2NL
Wednesday, 10am–12pm
Low-cost community supermarket where all items are under £1. Shoppers can select up to 20 items. The first eight visits are free through the Household Support Fund, with a small charge after this.
Useful for:
- Affordable food access
- Cost of living support
- Families on low incomes
Best Before Cafe
3 Commerce Way, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3DN
Opening times:
- Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 11.30am–1.30pm
- Tuesday evening: 4.45pm–5.30pm
- Thursday takeaway: 11.30am–1.30pm
Community food project selling surplus supermarket produce at low cost to reduce food waste and improve access to affordable food. Minimum donation of £3 per bag, with free bread available.
Useful for:
- Families on low incomes
- Affordable food access
- Eco-conscious eating
- Reducing food waste
Wilbury Community Cafe
Wilbury Hall, Bedford Road, Letchworth, SG6 4DU
Opening times:
2nd Saturday of the month from 10.00am – 12.00pm
Community cafe with:
- free refreshments,
- food rescue
- school uniform bank
- Lego table
- Jumble and bric-a-brac
- Raffle
Useful for:
- Affordable food
- Reducing food waste
- Connecting with others
- Families on low incomes
Community Centres / Community Spaces
Grange Fellowship Community Centre
Middlefields, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 4NG
01462 621222
Community venue hosting local activities, social groups and support services.
Jackmans Community Centre
Ivel Close, Letchworth, SG6 2NL
Lots of community activities for young and old alike. Follow them on Facebook to find out more.
Mrs Elizabeth Howard Memorial Hall
Norton Way South, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 1NX
01462 654123
Large community hall used for local activities, meetings and support events. Located near the Letchworth Foodbank distribution centre.
Letchworth Garden City Church
Icknield Way, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 1EF
01462 480126
Offers a range of community activities and support-focused groups for local residents, including children’s and youth activities, volunteering opportunities, social groups and wellbeing-focused events.
The church provides spaces for social connection, peer support and community involvement for families, young people and adults. Some activities are faith-based, while others focus more broadly on reducing social isolation and improving wellbeing.
Wellbeing Hubs / Mental Health
Hertfordshire Mind Network – Letchworth Wellbeing Centre
28 Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3AA
020 3727 3600
Provides mental health and wellbeing support for adults and young people across North Hertfordshire.
Services include:
- Counselling
- Peer support groups
- Crisis support
- Wellbeing courses
- Employment and housing advice
- Youth mental health support
Some services are free and self-referral is available for selected support. Additional groups focus on reducing loneliness and improving wellbeing, including LGBTQ+ groups, music groups and decluttering groups.
The Sadie Centre
Hitchin Road, Letchworth, SG6 3NA
01462 678804
Holistic wellbeing centre working alongside Hertfordshire Mind. Services include:
- Counselling
- Complementary therapies
- Exercise and movement classes
- Community wellbeing programmes
- Café and social space
Healthy Hub North Herts
01462 474111
Free health and wellbeing support service for North Hertfordshire residents, offering:
- Health and wellbeing advice
- Mental health support
- Financial wellbeing guidance
- Stop smoking support
- Weight management referrals
- Community signposting
Wellbeing checks are available by appointment for Hertfordshire residents aged 18+ who are registered with a Hertfordshire GP.
Locations include:
- Baldock Library
- Letchworth Library
- Hitchin Library
- North Herts Community Supermarket
SEN/Disability Support
North Herts Education Support Centre
Briar Patch Lane, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3LY
01462 487207
Provides special education and alternative provision support for children and young people with additional needs.
Jackie’s Drop-In
Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3PA
Community drop-in service supporting adults with disabilities. Aims to reduce social isolation, promote inclusion and provide accessible activities and events.
Angels Support Group
2 The Arcade, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3ES
Wednesday, 10am–12pm
01462 685150
Support group for parents and carers of children with autism and ADHD. Provides peer support, advice and guidance aimed at helping families better understand and support neurodivergent children.
