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  1. How we help
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Our Services

A place to belong

We offer a warm welcome and hospitality, support and friendship to refugees and asylum seekers. We do this through a range of befriending and support and empowerment initiatives. Our groups and activities build strong and positive relationships and are springboards for much more support for many of our participants. We create welcoming and safe spaces for participants to feel valued, listened to and respected.  

Make a referral

Our referral inbox is monitored approximately three times per week. We will arrange an appointment for advice at the earliest possible date. Weekly groups and sessions are detailed below. 

Monday Universal Credit Advice 9:30am to 1.00pm, by appointment only. 

Online English Class 10.00am Entry 1 and Entry 2

The Arches and Refugee Roots 7.45pm at Forest Sports Zone,  Gregory Blvd, Forest Fields, Nottingham NG7 6LD
Tuesday

Women's Group 10.30am to 12.00pm at Refugee Roots, Nottingham Women's Centre, 30 Chaucer St, Nottingham, NG1 5LP

Refugee Roots x The Playhouse Conversation Café: 1.00pm to 2.15pm. Nottingham Playhouse, Wellington Circus, Nottingham NG1 5AF

Refugee Roots x The Playhouse Creative Cafe: 2.30pm to 4.30pm. Nottingham Playhouse, Wellington Circus, Nottingham NG1 5AF

Tuesday Night Project 6pm to 8pm. St Mary's in the Lace Market, High Pavement, Nottingham NG1 1HN 
Wednesday

English Class 1:00pm to 3:00pm, Trinity Church, 192 Mansfield Rd, Nottingham NG1 3HU.

Yoga Class 4:00pm to 5:00pm, Fisher Gate Point,1-3 Fisher Gate, Nottingham, NG1 1GD 
Thursday

Universal Credit Advice 9:30am to 1.00pm, by appointment only.

Online English Class 4.45pm Entry 1 and Entry 2

Friday

English Class 10.30am to 12.00pm at St Nic's Church, 79 Maid Marian Way, Nottingham, NG1 6AE

Access Arts 12.30pm to 2.30pm, National Justice Museum, High Pavement, Nottingham NG1 1HN 

Saturday

Refugee Roots and Refugee Run Club 8.45am at Forest Recreation Ground, Mansfield Rd, Nottingham NG5 2BU. Register here

Sunday

Red Sea FC and Refugee Roots 10am to 12pm at Forest Sports Zone,  Gregory Blvd, Forest Fields, Nottingham NG7 6LD. Register here

Sport

Sport

Our Access movement project funded by Sport England is an oppirtunity for refugees of all ages to become more active and involved in physical activity Read more

Published: 22nd April, 2025

Updated: 18th October, 2025

Author: adam baker

Help with Universal Credit

Help with Universal Credit

Do you need support with Universal Credit? Book a 1-to-1 consultation with a trained advisor. Read more

Published: 13th July, 2023

Updated: 17th December, 2025

Author: Millie Adams

Advice and Guidance

Advice and Guidance

Our support workers can provide information, advice and guidance on a range of support issues. They can make referrals and signpost participants to the support they require. Read more

Published: 21st September, 2021

Updated: 22nd August, 2025

Author: adam baker

Cooking and Eating Together

Cooking and Eating Together

Cooking and Eating Together is an opportunity for people to develop their cooking skills and learn new recipes while making friends. It's also a chance for people to share their own beloved dishes and learn about other cultures. Read more

Published: 21st September, 2021

Updated: 20th May, 2025

Author: adam baker

Art Sessions

Art Sessions

Being creative is a great way to relieve stress, express yourself and connect with others. Read more

Published: 17th September, 2019

Updated: 13th January, 2026

Author: Deleted User

Women's Group

Women's Group

A safe space to meet with other women every Tuesday for support, friendship and empowerment Read more

Published: 17th September, 2019

Updated: 7th May, 2024

Author: Deleted User

Access

Access

Access is a hub of activity, a place to belong, connect, get support, and help. A wide range of activities and learning opportunities to suit all. Read more

Published: 17th September, 2019

Updated: 2nd January, 2026

Author: Deleted User

Befriending

Befriending

Building confidence through one-off or long term support Read more

Published: 17th September, 2019

Updated: 16th September, 2024

Author: adam baker

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Latest

  • Work with Us: Volunteer Coordinator

    Work with Us: Volunteer Coordinator

    Refugee Roots is seeking a Volunteer Coordinator to oversee our volunteer programme, supporting asylum seekers and refugees.

  • Refugee Week 2026: A celebration of courage

    Refugee Week 2026: A celebration of courage

    Join us for Refugee Week 2026 as Nottingham comes alive with events celebrating the creativity, resilience, and contributions of refugees and asylum seekers.

  • DJ Night Fundraiser for Refugee Roots in Refugee Week

    DJ Night Fundraiser for Refugee Roots in Refugee Week

    Join us on Thursday 18th June from 7pm for a night of music, art, and community, featuring DJ sets and Elaheh Raoifi's Persian Rug Exhibition.

  • Refugee Week: Pieces of Me Event at the National Justice Museum

    Refugee Week: Pieces of Me Event at the National Justice Museum

    Join us for a half-day takeover celebrating stories from Nottingham's refugee community through art, poetry, and creative workshops. Booking required.

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  • Our team

    Our team

    Meet our team of dedicated staff who make the difference every day

  • Our Story

    Refugee Roots welcomes all, helping those in need find friendship and a place to call home

  • Make a referral

    Make a referral

    Make a referral for a refugee or asylum seeker. We will respond as soon as possible. When we receive a referral we will contact or arrange to meet the person who has been referred.

  • Access

    Access

    Access is a hub of activity, a place to belong, connect, get support, and help. A wide range of activities and learning opportunities to suit all.

  • Art Sessions

    Art Sessions

    Being creative is a great way to relieve stress, express yourself and connect with others.

  • Women's Group

    Women's Group

    A safe space to meet with other women every Tuesday for support, friendship and empowerment

  • A place to belong

    A place to belong

    Welcome and support for those who need it most

  • How can you help Afghans in Nottingham

    How can you help Afghans in Nottingham

    Are you wondering how you can help or what you can do? We've put this article together for you.

  • Help with Universal Credit

    Help with Universal Credit

    Do you need support with Universal Credit? Book a 1-to-1 consultation with a trained advisor.

  • Friendship for Alliance to overcome loneliness

    Friendship for Alliance to overcome loneliness

    “If it wasn't for Refugee Roots and their assistance with Maggie calling me to see how my wellbeing is, I don’t think I would be sitting here to have this conversation..sometimes it felt so lonely”

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Refugee Roots, Suite 53. Unit 6, Sneinton Market, Gedling Street, Nottingham, NG1 1DS

Office Refugee Roots, First Floor. 17-19 Long Row. Nottingham. NG1 2DH  For more information about finding us, click here

Charity Director: 07462092732 Administrator: 07307857879. General email: [email protected]

Safeguarding Lead: Gill Parker  07849 263128, [email protected]

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