Dementia Friendly - Tea with a Pony
Schedule
Thu May 07 2026 at 02:00 pm to 03:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Fed & Watered | Rowlands Gill, EN
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Dementia Friendly Tea with a PonyHosted by The Palomino Trust – Supporting Wellbeing
Join us for a gentle and welcoming experience where community, conversation, and the calming presence of animals come together.
Our Dementia Friendly Tea with a Pony sessions offer a relaxed opportunity to enjoy a cup of tea, a slice of cake, and some special time with Sidney the therapy pony. These sessions are designed to create a warm, supportive environment where people can slow down, share stories, and enjoy meaningful moments together.
While the sessions are dementia friendly, they are not exclusively for people living with dementia. We warmly welcome individuals who may be living with health conditions, disabilities, memory difficulties, loneliness, or those who would simply benefit from a calm and inclusive social environment.
Family members, carers, and companions are very welcome to attend alongside participants. We understand that attending activities together can make experiences more comfortable and enjoyable for everyone.
What to Expect
During the session you can enjoy:
• A relaxed, friendly atmosphere
• Tea and refreshments, including a piece of cake
• The opportunity to meet and spend time with Sidney the therapy pony
• Gentle conversation and social connection
• A chance to reminisce, share stories, and create new memories
Sidney has a wonderfully calm and gentle nature and often brings smiles, curiosity, and moments of connection for those who spend time with him.
For many people, especially those living with dementia, time spent with animals can help to:
• Encourage conversation and social interaction
• Spark memories and emotional responses
• Reduce anxiety and promote relaxation
• Create meaningful shared moments with loved ones
Most importantly, the sessions are about enjoying simple moments together in a supportive and welcoming space.
Who Can Attend
Our sessions are suitable for:
• People living with dementia or memory difficulties
• Individuals living with health conditions or disabilities
• Older adults who may benefit from social connection
• Carers and family members
• Care home residents and supported living groups
• Community groups and organisations
We welcome both individuals and small groups. If you are a care home, support organisation, or community group, please feel free to contact us to discuss how we may be able to support your group attending.
Community Support
These sessions have been kindly funded through the Community Foundation – Ringtons Fund, helping us to create welcoming experiences that support wellbeing, connection, and community inclusion.
Care Homes & Community Organisations
If you represent a care home, day centre, support group, or community organisation, we would love to hear from you. Please get in touch if you would like to:
• Arrange attendance for residents or group members
• Discuss accessibility needs
• Explore additional support opportunities
We are always happy to work together to make these sessions as welcoming and accessible as possible.
Volunteers Welcome
The Palomino Trust is always looking for kind and compassionate volunteers who would like to support our wellbeing sessions.
Volunteering may include:
• Welcoming guests
• Helping serve refreshments
• Supporting conversation and social interaction
• Assisting with the smooth running of the sessions
If you enjoy working with people, supporting community wellbeing, or simply want to be part of something positive, we would love to hear from you.
Get in Touch
If you would like to attend, bring a group, volunteer, or learn more about our sessions, please contact us. [email protected]
Together we can create moments of connection, comfort, and joy — one cup of tea and one pony at a time.
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Where is it happening?
Fed & Watered, Rowlands Gill, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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