'Warm Hubs' across Woking have opened to save people from the cold amid the cost of living crisis
The public are invited to pop in, to save money on heating and get away from the chilly weather throughout the bitter winter months
With the temperature starting to drop, households are under increasing pressure to switch on the heating. But with the cost-of-living crisis upon us, getting warm comes at a significant price. However, Woking Council is offering an escape from the freezing conditions.
They have opened their doors at a plethora of locations throughout the borough, giving the public some much-needed support. Not only does it give them an opportunity to save on energy bills, but it also provides them with a chance to ask for advice.
The Warm Hubs offer a save and welcoming space for families to connect with individuals going through the same problem. In addition, entertainment is taken care of for the children, and you can tuck into a warm snack in the cafe.
Furthermore, Woking Borough Council's four community centres, located in Sheerwater, Knaphill, Byfleet and Westfield are open weekdays (excluding bank holidays), from 9 Am-3 PM, The welcoming facilities offer low-cost teas and coffee, free Wi-Fi, a range of wellbeing activities and designated workspaces for the public to utilise to their heart's content.
Cllr Ellen Nicholson, Woking Borough Council’s Portfolio Holder for Living Well, said: "The months ahead will be difficult for many of us as we navigate this cost-of-living crisis. We are committed to supporting Woking residents in any which way we can to ease the pressure to those effected most.
“In addition to our four centres for the community, I’m proud that Woking has the highest number of warm hubs in Surrey thanks to the support of those venues. I warmly welcome anyone who would benefit to pop in and take advantage of these warm hubs.
“It is also a great chance to connect with others in your communities in these difficult times whilst getting advice and support on your financial situation too.”
The full list of warm hubs located in the borough are:
Andy’s Community Café, St Andrews Church, Goldsworth Park, Woking, GU21 3LG
Eastwood Leisure Centre, Albert Drive, Sheerwater, Woking, GU21 5RF
Holy Trinity Church, Chobham Road, Knaphill, Woking, GU21 2SX
Mascot, Chobham Road, Knaphill, Woking, GU21 2SX
Moorcroft centre for the community, Old School Place, Westfield, Woking, GU22 9LY
Parkview centre for the community, Off Blackmore Crescent, Sheerwater, Woking, GU21 5NZ
Renew 88, Knaphill Baptist Church, 88 High Street, GU21 2PZ
Salvation Army, Sythwood, Woking, GU21 3BE
St Mary of Bethany Church, Mount Hermon, Woking, GU22 7UH
St Mary's centre for the community, Stream Close, Byfleet, KT14 7LZ
St Michaels Church, Dartmouth Avenue, Woking, GU21 5PJ
St Saviour's Church, Dartmouth Avenue, Woking, GU21 5PJ
The Lightbox, Chobham Road, Woking, GU21 4AA
The Lighthouse, 8-10 High Street, Woking, GU21 6BG
The Vyne centre for the community, Broadway, Knaphill, Woking, GU21 2SP
Woking Library, Gloucester Walk, Woking, GU21 6EP.
People wanting to know more about support methods, including grants, advice and information, can visit: www.woking.gov.uk/costofliving