Our Services

Our drop-in sessions in Melton and Oakham are open to all adults, pop in for a free tea or coffee with great company. We also have a great range of activities on offer, many are listed below, but do follow our social media pages for further updates.

And if you'd like to check out our 'Guide to setting up a Mental Health Support Group', please click here.

Drop-in Sessions

Call in for a chat, a cup of coffee or tea and a biscuit. Become part of the community again, and make the centre your own safe place.


We have three weekly sessions in Oakham (2A High Street, Oakham, LE15 6AL)

Mondays 17:30-19:30

Tuesdays 10:30-12:30

Thursdays 13:00-15:00

And two weekly drop-in sessions at Melton Mowbray (53 King Street, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1XB) 

Mondays 11:00-13:00 

Wednesdays 11:00-13:00


Everyone is welcome.

N.B. you must be over 18

Activity Sessions

Taking part in an activity can be a great way to relieve stress, we have many different activities you can get involved with, keep checking back for updates  or follow us on social media (@peppers.asafeplace). All activities are free of charge.


Melton -

Music and Drumming

Join us at music and drumming sessions every two weeks on a Tuesday - 30th April, 14th & 28th May, 11th & 25th June, 9th and 23rd July, and every two weeks after that - 11:15am-12:15pm.

Chair Yoga

A gentle seated yoga class, suitable for all abilities. We’ll practise gentle movement, connect with our breath and take time to relax in a supportive and friendly environment.

Every two weeks on a Tuesday - 14th & 28th May, 11th & 25th June, 9th and 23rd July, 6th August - 3:15-4:15pm.

Gardening for Wellbeing

Our gardening sessions take place every Wednesday (from 8th May) at Melton Community Allotment, Melton Country Park, Doctor's Lane Entrance, LE13 1QB, 2.30-4.30pm.

A session surrounded by nature, helping to grow food and garden.

Mindfulness and Meditation

These sessions run every Monday from 1-2pm.

Come along and enjoy a peaceful hour to unwind and relax.

Craft Cafe 

Our craft sessions take place every Tuesday from 12.30-2.30pm.

Join us and learn some new creative skills.

Art Workshop

This runs every Thursday morning from 10:30am-12:30pm.

Take part and get creative!


Oakham-

All of our Oakham sessions are open to drop-ins.

Craft Cafe

This runs every Wednesday 3-5pm

You are welcome to bring your own craft supplies, use ours or take part in the weekly, free workshops.

Mindful Tai Chi 

Join us for 1 hour of gentle Tai Chi.

A free, friendly and relaxing class, helping you to de-stress and keep active.

Thursday 9th May @11:00

Thursday 23rd May @11:00

Wellbeing Garden

Join us for an afternoon of gardening (outside/inside- weather dependant) with plenty of biscuits and cuppas. A free, welcoming and laid back afternoon, surrounded by nature (running for 2 hours).

Tuesday 7th May @12:30 (Healing Salves)

Tuesday 28th May @12:30 (Gardening)

Mindfulness and Meditation

Thursday 4th May @15:10

Thursday 16th May @15:10

Thursday 30th May @15:10

Enjoy a peaceful hour to unwind and relax.

Have a Go Series

As part of Mental Health Awareness Month we are planning a series of taster sessions for you to have a go at something new (see the poster below). The activities include self-defence, chair yoga, learning to knit and singing.