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Try Walking Football at Portishead Parkinson’s support group event

9 Apr 2026 1 min read No comments Impairment / Disability
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A support group is hosting an event for people with Parkinson’s disease in Portishead later this month.

Parkinson’s UK NW Somerset Support Group is organising the event on Thursday, April 23.

Taking place in Somerset Hall from 10.30am to 12.30pm, the event will offer a range of resources.

A support group is hosting an event for people with Parkinson's disease in Portishead later this month. Parkinson’s UK NW Somerset Support Group is organising the event on Thursday, April 23. Taking place in Somerset Hall from 10.30am to 12.30pm, the event will offer a range of resources. Attendees can learn about exercise and activity support, try out walking football, and receive speech and communication guidance.

Attendees can learn about exercise and activity support, try out walking football, and receive speech and communication guidance.

There will also be advice on navigating benefits and available support.

The event, which is open to all, aims to show people with Parkinson’s what help is available nearby.

Visitors can also expect free tea and cake.

For more information, people can contact Marie on 01934 742091, 07800 815262, or email puknwscord@gmail.com

Alternatively, interested individuals can drop in on the day.

Source: https://www.northsomersettimes.co.uk/news/25991275.somerset-hall-portishead-host-parkinsons-event/

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