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The May Centre

Coronavirus Support

We have had to close The May Centre for the foreseeable future. We are sorry for this inconvenience but we feel it is our duty to safeguard the most vulnerable in our society.

General Details

The May Centre is a Day Centre for adults with a range of disabilities. It meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-3pm and on the first Sunday of the month from 2-4pm. Transport is provided if required. Activities include painting, bowls, outings, occasional meals, speakers, crafts, bingo and entertainment.

The May Centre Bus: The May Centre bus is fully equipped with a lift and picks up members in the morning and returns them to their homes at the end of the day. There is also a car service for nearby villages.

Hire A Room: Other groups meet regularly at the May Centre, please phone for details of how to hire out a room

Who to contact

Name: Joyce Wilson
Position: Organiser
Telephone: 01502 712173
Email: bmaycentre333@btinternet.com
Website: http://www.maycentrebeccles.co.uk/

Additional contact

Name: Dermot Wesley Smith
Position: Chairperson
Telephone: 01502 712173

Where to go

Name: The May Centre
Address: Ken Markland Way
Common Lane South
Beccles
Suffolk
Postcode: NR34 9BU
Area served: Beccles
Parking details: There is a car park close by
Transport: Transport is provided by The May Bus and voluntary car drivers
Restrictions to access: N/A

Days & Times

Tuesdays and Thursdays 10am-3pm. The first Sunday in the month 2-4pm.
Time of day: Morning
Afternoon
Session Information: Members bring packed lunches
soup
tea and coffee are provided.

Other details

Referral required?: Yes
Referral and availability notes: Referrals from any source accepted. These are followed up by an informal home visit.
Age Groups: Adults
Accessibility: Disabled Parking, Adapted Toilet, Audio Loop
Notes: The May Centre is run entirely by volunteers. They are unable to provide personal care. The centre is funded entirely by donations, fundraising events, bequests and occasional grants for specific projects.
Last Updated: 23/04/2020