Arnold care home teams up with Talkin’ Tables

HC-One’s Coppice Lodge Care Home in Arnold, Nottingham is proud to announce the launch of Talkin’ Tables in Nottingham – the first initiative of its kind in the area – in partnership with the award-winning community project founded to combat loneliness and social isolation.

The official launch will take place on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at HC-One’s Coppice Lodge Care Home and will be led by Angela Allen, Coppice Lodge Front of House Manager, who is spearheading the initiative locally. Invitations have been extended to prominent community figures including Mayor Claire Burrows, and representatives from St Mary’s Church.

The event aims to shine a spotlight on how simple conversation can make a profound difference in people’s lives. Talkin’ Tables, founded in 2021 by Marjorie Hayward in Chorley, has grown from five humble café tables to over 80 welcoming venues across the UK – and even internationally in Cyprus. The idea is focused on designated tables in local cafés, pubs, libraries, and community spaces being marked with a sign inviting anyone to sit down, talk, and connect. Each session is free to attend and open to all. They will run for approximately one hour, supported by friendly volunteer hosts.

The initiative has already made a significant impact, with attendees reporting increased wellbeing, new friendships, and, in some cases, life-changing connections. Marjorie’s work has received national recognition, including the Prime Minister’s Points of Light Award and a BBC Make a Difference Award.

Angela Allen, HC-One’s Coppice Lodge Front of House Manager, commented: “We’re thrilled to bring Talkin’ Tables to Nottingham for the very first time. It’s such a simple concept, but it can have a truly transformational impact on individuals and communities. Coppice Lodge is proud to be part of this journey, helping to create spaces where no one has to feel alone.”

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