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Summer Opening Times

Summer Opening Times

Some of our sessions and activities will be taking a break in July and August - find out more here. Read more

Published: 16th July, 2026

Author: Stephanie Smith

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. Read more

Start: 15th June, 2026 at 6:00pm

End: 15th June, 2026 at 8:30pm

Published: 1st June, 2026

Updated: 9th June, 2026

Author: adam baker

Location: Nottingham Playhouse, Nottingham, NG1 5AF

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. Read more

Start: 18th June, 2026 at 7:00pm

End: 17th June, 2026 at 12:00am

Published: 1st June, 2026

Updated: 9th June, 2026

Author: adam baker

Location: Movers, 15 Hockley, Nottingham, NG1 1FH

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. Read more

Start: 13th June, 2026 at 10:15am

End: 13th June, 2026 at 2:00pm

Published: 1st June, 2026

Updated: 8th June, 2026

Author: adam baker

Location: The National Justice Museum, NG1 1HN

A  Quiet Camaraderie: Building Belonging for Refugee Women in Nottingham

A Quiet Camaraderie: Building Belonging for Refugee Women in Nottingham

Tucked away in a corner of Nottingham, every week a group of women gather. Their languages may differ, but laughter flows easily. This is our Women’s Group, a sanctuary amidst the storm of displacement and uncertainty. Read more

Published: 30th May, 2026

Updated: 16th July, 2026

Author: adam baker

Volunteer Induction August

Volunteer Induction August

Our newly registered volunteers who have completed an application are invited to this induction. Read more

Start: 27th August, 2026 at 2:00pm

End: 27th August, 2026 at 4:00pm

Published: 20th May, 2026

Updated: 1st June, 2026

Author: Oliwia Tylkowska

Location: Refugee Roots, First Floor. 17-19 Long Row, Nottingham, NG1 2DH

Befriending Training August

Befriending Training August

Our current volunteers who have already completed their volunteer induction are invited to befriending training Read more

Start: 26th August, 2026 at 5:30pm

End: 26th August, 2026 at 7:00pm

Published: 20th May, 2026

Updated: 18th June, 2026

Author: Oliwia Tylkowska

Location: Online

Postcode Places Trust awards £50,000 to Refugee Roots

Postcode Places Trust awards £50,000 to Refugee Roots

We are pleased to announce that Refugee Roots has been awarded a grant of £50,000 from the Postcode Places Trust, made possible thanks to Postcode Lottery players. Read more

Published: 20th May, 2026

Updated: 11th June, 2026

Author: Stephanie Smith

Creative Synergy at the Refugee Art Club: A Partnership Driving Change

Creative Synergy at the Refugee Art Club: A Partnership Driving Change

Refugee Roots, National Justice Museum, and artist Elaheh Raofi unite for transformative Friday art sessions, funded by Nottingham City Council. Read more

Published: 22nd April, 2026

Author: adam baker

Volunteer Induction July

Volunteer Induction July

Our newly registered volunteers who have completed an application are invited to this induction. Read more

Start: 20th July, 2026 at 2:00pm

End: 20th July, 2026 at 4:00pm

Published: 20th April, 2026

Author: Oliwia Tylkowska

Location: Refugee Roots, First Floor. 17-19 Long Row, Nottingham, NG1 2DH

La Marmotte

La Marmotte

Last year a team of four including the Charity Director and a Trustee took the French Alps "en velo" and this year it is time to bigger and higher. Raising over £2000 the target now is higher to match the challenge ahead this year. Read more

Published: 20th April, 2026

Author: Adam Baker User

Befriending Training July

Befriending Training July

Our current volunteers who have already completed their volunteer induction are invited to befriending training Read more

Start: 29th July, 2026 at 4:30pm

End: 29th July, 2026 at 6:00pm

Published: 20th April, 2026

Updated: 24th June, 2026

Author: Oliwia Tylkowska

Location: Online

Befriending

Befriending

Help to empower refugees and asylum seekers to integrate into their community and rebuild their lives with dignity. Befriending is 1:1 support where our volunteers work directly with a refugee or asylum seeker. Read more

Published: 19th March, 2026

Updated: 6th May, 2026

Author: Daniel Parkin

Location: Tiger Community Hub, 19-21 Lister Gate, Nottingham, ng1 7de

Callout for creative writing on the theme of work for zine and exhibition

Callout for creative writing on the theme of work for zine and exhibition

An artist callout for creative writing, stories, and poetry on the theme of work, as part of a zine and exhibition highlighting refugee voices in Nottingham. Read more

Published: 18th March, 2026

Updated: 20th March, 2026

Author: adam baker

Nehir vs 13.1 miles - for Refugee Roots!

Nehir vs 13.1 miles - for Refugee Roots!

Nehir is running the Robin Hood half marathon to raise money for Refugee Roots. Read more

Published: 15th March, 2026

Updated: 31st March, 2026

Author: Oliwia Tylkowska

PRESS RELEASE: Refugee Roots X Elahè Raofi to Exhibit at St Mary's Church in the Lace Market as part of Nottingham Light Night

PRESS RELEASE: Refugee Roots X Elahè Raofi to Exhibit at St Mary's Church in the Lace Market as part of Nottingham Light Night

Discover 'Delneshin' at Nottingham's Light Night 2026 – a multimedia exhibition combining Persian rug artistry and storytelling in digital and musical forms. Read more

Published: 4th February, 2026

Author: adam baker

New Partnership Bringing Free Photography Classes for Refugees

New Partnership Bringing Free Photography Classes for Refugees

Refugee Roots and West Notts College collaborate to offer free photography classes for refugees at Nottingham Playhouse. Read more

Published: 21st January, 2026

Author: adam baker

Halfway towards 100k with 50k raised

Halfway towards 100k with 50k raised

Discover inspiring fundraising stories for Refugee Roots and the support received from churches as we hit the halfway point of our £50k campaign. Read more

Published: 21st January, 2026

Author: adam baker

Creative Café Returns to Nottingham Playhouse

Creative Café Returns to Nottingham Playhouse

Explore art sessions at our Creative Café and learn about the Art of Belonging partnership. Read more

Published: 13th January, 2026

Author: adam baker

New Digital Skills Sessions Starting January & February

New Digital Skills Sessions Starting January & February

Learn essential digital skills with our new sessions starting in January and February 2026. Read more

Published: 2nd January, 2026

Updated: 5th January, 2026

Author: adam baker

Corporate Fundraising

Corporate Fundraising

Explore our corporate sponsorship opportunities and contribute to meaningful events while fulfilling your CSR. Read more

Published: 22nd December, 2025

Author: adam baker

Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities

Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities

Explore our corporate sponsorship opportunities and contribute to meaningful events while fulfilling your CSR. Read more

Published: 22nd December, 2025

Author: adam baker

Corporate Volunteering

Corporate Volunteering

At Refugee Roots, we are dedicated to helping refugees build connections, friendships, and navigate their journey towards a new life in the UK. We work tirelessly to ensure that everyone feels welcome and supported during their transition. Your involvement can make all the difference. Read more

Published: 22nd December, 2025

Author: adam baker

Always Community Winding Up and Refugee Roots Carries The Beacon Forward

Always Community Winding Up and Refugee Roots Carries The Beacon Forward

After two and half years, the Universal Credit Project with Always Community faces a new chapter as Always Community is soon to wind up, having delivered impactful support amid funding challenges together, Refugee Roots will carry the beacon forward. Read more

Published: 17th December, 2025

Updated: 13th January, 2026

Author: adam baker

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  • Summer Opening Times

    Summer Opening Times

    Some of our sessions and activities will be taking a break in July and August - find out more here.

  • 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

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

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

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