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Events & Meetings

Take a look at our calendar of upcoming events and meetups. 

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Welcome if you’re here from Chapter 2 – we’ve brought our events under our CIC, The Widowed Collective, so we can better support and strengthen our community together.

  • TWC Weekly Meeting – Members Only
    TWC Weekly Meeting – Members Only
    Multiple Dates
    3 days to the event
    16 Nov 2026, 19:00 – 23:00 GMT
    Zoom Call
    Join us at our next online weekly meetup hosted by The Widowed Collective, created to offer connection, understanding, and community for those navigating life after loss.
  • Meet & Grief Café with Nicola Marshall
    Meet & Grief Café with Nicola Marshall
    4 days to the event
    17 Nov 2026, 19:00 – 21:00 GMT
    Jubilee Hall, Knutsford, 18-24 Stanley Rd, Knutsford WA16 0GP, UK
    A welcoming, peer-to-peer support group where people can come together, share their experiences, or simply sit and listen with no pressure, judgment, or expectations. While some widows attend, the group welcomes anyone navigating any form of loss for connection, understanding, and community.
  • London Community Social - November
    London Community Social - November
    6 days to the event
    19 Nov 2026, 18:00 – 20:00 GMT
    The Snug at The Bull, 100 Upper St, London N1 0NP, UK
    Losing a partner is a unique journey, and sometimes the best support comes from those who have walked a similar path. The Widowed Collective invites you to our upcoming community social at The Snug at The Bull, Islington.
  • Coffee & Cake at Ormo Lounge
    Coffee & Cake at Ormo Lounge
    7 days to the event
    20 Nov 2026, 10:00 – 12:00
    Ormo Lounge, 2-6 Gloddaeth St, Llandudno LL30 2DS, UK
    Join Steve and other widows for a chat, a laugh, or simply to spend time with others who truly get it.
  • An Exclusive Afternoon Lunch at Cote's Covent Garden, London
    An Exclusive Afternoon Lunch at Cote's Covent Garden, London
    8 days to the event
    21 Nov 2026, 13:00 – 16:00
    Côte Covent Garden, 17-21 Tavistock St, London WC2E 7PA, UK
    Presented by Chapter 2 Dating
  • Manchester Community Social - November
    Manchester Community Social - November
    12 days to the event
    25 Nov 2026, 19:00 – 21:00 GMT
    The Pen & Pencil, Fourways House, 57 Hilton St, Manchester M1 2EJ, UK
    Losing a partner is a unique journey, and sometimes the best support comes from those who have walked a similar path. The Widowed Collective invites you to our upcoming community social at The Pen & Pencil in the heart of the Northern Quarter.
  • Knutsford Community Coffee & Chat
    Knutsford Community Coffee & Chat
    15 days to the event
    28 Nov 2026, 11:00 – 13:00
    Snowdrop Cafe, Free Green Ln, Over Peover, Knutsford WA16 9QY, UK
    Join Claire and other members of The Widowed Collective for a relaxed morning get-together at Snowdrop Cafe in Knutsford
  • Scotland Community Social
    Scotland Community Social
    17 days to the event
    29 Nov 2026, 14:30 – 16:30 GMT
    The Torrance Hotel, 135 Main St, East Kilbride, Glasgow, UK
    Join Lindsey and other widows & widowers for a chat, a laugh, or simply to spend time with others who truly get it.
  • Early Grief Online Meeting – Members Only
    Early Grief Online Meeting – Members Only
    Multiple Dates
    24 days to the event
    07 Dec 2026, 18:00 – 19:00 GMT
    Zoom Call
    This small group online meetup is designed for members in the early stages of grief who are looking for gentle connection and understanding. Limited to just 8 participants each week, it offers a safe and intimate space to share, listen, and feel less alone alongside others who truly get it.
  • Neurodiversity & Loss
    Neurodiversity & Loss
    26 days to the event
    09 Dec 2026, 19:00 – 20:00
    Location is TBD
    Join our board member Sam Leonard who is neurodiverse and has recently experienced the loss of her husband and also experienced lots of other losses from a young age including her step brother when he was 18.
  • Meet & Grief Café with Nicola Marshall
    Meet & Grief Café with Nicola Marshall
    32 days to the event
    15 Dec 2026, 19:00 – 21:00 GMT
    Jubilee Hall, Knutsford, 18-24 Stanley Rd, Knutsford WA16 0GP, UK
    A welcoming, peer-to-peer support group where people can come together, share their experiences, or simply sit and listen with no pressure, judgment, or expectations. While some widows attend, the group welcomes anyone navigating any form of loss for connection, understanding, and community.
  • Manchester Christmas Community Social - December
    Manchester Christmas Community Social - December
    38 days to the event
    21 Dec 2026, 19:00 – 21:00 GMT
    The Pen & Pencil, Fourways House, 57 Hilton St, Manchester M1 2EJ, UK
    Losing a partner is a unique journey, and the festive season can often feel particularly tough or lonely. The Widowed Collective invites you to join us for a warm, positive, and relaxed Christmas community social at The Pen & Pencil in the heart of Manchester's Northern Quarter to share some festive
  • London Christmas Community Social - December
    London Christmas Community Social - December
    39 days to the event
    22 Dec 2026, 19:00 – 21:00 GMT
    The Bull, 100 Upper St, London N1 0NP, UK
    Losing a partner is a unique journey, and the festive season can often feel particularly tough or lonely. The Widowed Collective invites you to join us for a warm, positive, and relaxed Christmas community social at The Bull in London
  • TWC Christmas Zoom Call
    TWC Christmas Zoom Call
    42 days to the event
    25 Dec 2026, 17:00 – 18:00 GMT
    Zoom Call
    Join Nicky and fellow community members on Christmas Day to offer connection, understanding, and community for those navigating life after loss.
  • TWC Weekly Meeting – Members Only
    TWC Weekly Meeting – Members Only
    52 days to the event
    04 Jan 2027, 19:00 – 20:00 GMT
    Zoom Call
    Join us at our next online weekly meetup hosted by The Widowed Collective, created to offer connection, understanding, and community for those navigating life after loss.
  • TWC Weekly Meeting – Members Only
    TWC Weekly Meeting – Members Only
    59 days to the event
    11 Jan 2027, 19:00 – 20:00 GMT
    Zoom Call
    Join us at our next online weekly meetup hosted by The Widowed Collective, created to offer connection, understanding, and community for those navigating life after loss.
  • London Community Social - January
    London Community Social - January
    62 days to the event
    14 Jan 2027, 19:00 – 21:00 GMT
    The Snug at The Bull, 100 Upper St, London N1 0NP, UK
    Losing a partner is a unique journey, and sometimes the best support comes from those who have walked a similar path. The Widowed Collective invites you to our upcoming community social at The Snug at The Bull, Islington.
  • TWC Weekly Meeting – Members Only
    TWC Weekly Meeting – Members Only
    66 days to the event
    18 Jan 2027, 19:00 – 20:00 GMT
    Zoom Call
    Join us at our next online weekly meetup hosted by The Widowed Collective, created to offer connection, understanding, and community for those navigating life after loss.
  • TWC Weekly Meeting – Members Only
    TWC Weekly Meeting – Members Only
    73 days to the event
    25 Jan 2027, 19:00 – 20:00 GMT
    Zoom Call
    Join us at our next online weekly meetup hosted by The Widowed Collective, created to offer connection, understanding, and community for those navigating life after loss.
  • Manchester Community Social - January
    Manchester Community Social - January
    75 days to the event
    27 Jan 2027, 19:00 – 21:00 GMT
    The Pen & Pencil, Fourways House, 57 Hilton St, Manchester M1 2EJ, UK
    Losing a partner is a unique journey, and sometimes the best support comes from those who have walked a similar path. The Widowed Collective invites you to our upcoming community social at The Pen & Pencil in the heart of the Northern Quarter.

Past Events

    TWC Weekly Meeting – Members Only
    TWC Weekly Meeting – Members Only
    Multiple Dates
    Mon 09 Nov
    Zoom Call
    Join us at our next online weekly meetup hosted by The Widowed Collective, created to offer connection, understanding, and community for those navigating life after loss.
    Lunch at the Lock inn, Bradford on Avon
    Lunch at the Lock inn, Bradford on Avon
    Mon 09 Nov
    The Lock Inn
    Join Tracey and other widows for a chat, a laugh, or simply to spend time with others who truly get it.
    Early Grief Online Meeting – Members Only
    Early Grief Online Meeting – Members Only
    Multiple Dates
    Mon 02 Nov
    Zoom Call
    This small group online meetup is designed for members in the early stages of grief who are looking for gentle connection and understanding. Limited to just 8 participants each week, it offers a safe and intimate space to share, listen, and feel less alone alongside others who truly get it.
    Manchester Community Social - October
    Manchester Community Social - October
    Wed 28 Oct
    The Pen & Pencil
    Losing a partner is a unique journey, and sometimes the best support comes from those who have walked a similar path. The Widowed Collective invites you to our upcoming community social at The Pen & Pencil in the heart of the Northern Quarter.
    London Community Social - October
    London Community Social - October
    Wed 21 Oct
    The Snug at The Bull
    Losing a partner is a unique journey, and sometimes the best support comes from those who have walked a similar path. The Widowed Collective invites you to our upcoming community social at The Snug at The Bull, Islington.
    Coffee at Flirt Cafe Bournemouth
    Coffee at Flirt Cafe Bournemouth
    Sat 17 Oct
    Flirt Cafe
    Join Tammie and other widows for a chat, a laugh, or simply to spend time with others who truly get it.
    Coffee & Cake at The Snowdrop Cafe
    Coffee & Cake at The Snowdrop Cafe
    Sat 10 Oct
    Snowdrop Cafe
    Join Claire and other widows for a chat, a laugh, or simply to spend time with others who truly get it.
    TWC Weekly Meeting – Members Only
    TWC Weekly Meeting – Members Only
    Mon 05 Oct
    Zoom Call
    Join us at our next online weekly meetup hosted by The Widowed Collective, created to offer connection, understanding, and community for those navigating life after loss.
    Manchester Community Social - September
    Manchester Community Social - September
    Wed 30 Sept
    The Pen & Pencil
    Losing a partner is a unique journey, and sometimes the best support comes from those who have walked a similar path. The Widowed Collective invites you to our upcoming community social at The Pen & Pencil in the heart of the Northern Quarter.

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Your voice matters! We're building this community together and welcome your ideas for future events.

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We’re offering all members the opportunity to submit ideas in the forum where you can share your preferences on event location, style, timing, and whether you’d prefer a weekday or weekend gathering. Your feedback will help us create events that truly meet your needs and interests.

 

Stay tuned for more details, and be sure to have your say.

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