Join our Weekly Meet Ups in Helston

Connect with likeminded quieteers at The Epworth Centre, every Saturday from 10:30am to 12:30pm.

This weekly group is designed to help you make meaningful connections with likeminded people in a calm and gentle way that feels authentic to your true quiet self.

Whether you’re chatting and sharing stories with your fellow quieteers, enjoying a craft or wellbeing activity, or simply relaxing with a good book in the company of others, this is a safe space where your quiet voice matters - and where you can feel part of a community that truly gets you.

We can’t wait to welcome you.

Your Helston Meet Ups leader

Here to greet you, guide the event and lead the optional activities, as well as answer any questions or concerns that you might have.

Click our photos below to see our stories.

Quiet Connector for Helston

Dominic Hughes

Mike Edward
Quiet Connector for Helston

Mike Edward

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Quiet Connector for Helston

Dominic Hughes

Hi, I’m Dom.

I’m a quiet person and I have also struggled with anxiety and low self-esteem, especially in social situations. I used to feel very fearful in life and coped through avoidance, which left me quite isolated. But becoming a dad, I realised that something had to change. I put the work in –from going to counselling to meditating, walking, being outside and connecting with others– and I found a way through it. I realised that I’m not alone and I don’t have to live my life on my own. I found better ways of managing in social situations. I learned to appreciate life and I accept myself for who I am now. Helping people has become part of my own growth. I’m not someone who would naturally attend a group and I know what is like taking those first steps. I hope that, if you’re like me, you’ll come along to our Meet Ups so that you can feel the benefits of connecting with likeminded people, too.

Email:helston@quietconnections.co.uk

Mike Edward

Quiet Connector for Helston

Mike Edward

Hi my name’s Mike.  I’m getting on in years now so a lot of my childhood is a bit of a blur but I definitely remember suffering with anxiety. My main memory of school was that of fear.  Fear of having to speak in front of the class. Our English teacher used to make us read out loud and I used to think I would have a heart attack while waiting for my turn. On another occasion we all had to give a short speech and I was so terrified I pretended to have the flu to get out of it. I developed a fully blown phobia of public speaking. To this day I panic at the thought of any kind of formal speaking. More recently I had to do jury service and I literally thought I was going to pass out when I had to stand up and swear on the bible in front of a packed courtroom.
    When I was a child I thought I was unique in the universe. It was only in later years that I realised that many, many people have the same problems as me. Its also great that mental health is not the taboo subject it once was, although it’s a shame that there aren’t the resources to help people. That’s why I value Quiet Connections so much. Whenever I mention my fear of public speaking, practically everyone in the room identifies with me.
     After attending the Meet Ups for nearly a year now I wanted to give something back by volunteering and making a commitment to attend my local group every week. It’s not a chore, it’s a pleasure, and by agreeing to be there each week it helps to make the group possible. Also it’s great to feel a part of Quiet Connections and help others realise that they too are not unique in the universe.

Email:helston@quietconnections.co.uk

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Our weekly Meet Ups gently connect quieteers like us in a safe, relaxing space where it’s okay to talk and it’s okay to be quiet too. Here, you can flourish in your life and career as your true quiet self – and help others do the same.

Find out more about how you can get involved at www.quietconnections.co.uk/quiet-connectors

Email:hello@quietconnections.co.uk

What to Expect

A relaxed, welcoming environment

We’ve chosen Inn & Still because it’s a calm and cosy space with plenty of comfy seating. We always keep our group small too, to help you feel welcomed.

It’s okay to talk and it’s okay to be quiet too

We understand that you may prefer to ease into conversation gradually, or that some days you might like to sit quietly with a good book whilst simply in the company of others. We welcome both quietude and chatter.

You can go at your own pace

Our intention is to help you connect with others, but there’s absolutely no pressure to participate or set any big goals. You’re invited to do what feels right for you.

Optional activities

Every week we bring along materials for casual, optional activities for you to participate in if you wish, from creative journaling to painting to crochet. You’re also welcome to bring your own creative project or a book to read. 

Conversation starters on the tables

We know that getting to know new people can be challenging, so we’ve done the tricky part for you and provided some interesting, positive questions that you can ask your fellow quieteers.

Tea, coffee, hot chocolate and biscuits…

Because you can’t have a meeting without them, right? 

What Quieteers are Saying

“I’ve been to quite a lot of the Meet Ups in Helston. I’ve found them really helpful to bring quiet people like me together and grow some gentle connections. I feel very relaxed and comfortable every time I join the Meet Ups. It's pressure-free and I’m encouraged to do whatever I need to, just sitting without saying anything is okay and I really enjoy listening to others’ talking and sharing about being quiet. I am now more confident since attending the first time and I feel more accepting of myself.”

Jacqui, Helston

“I felt that the group put my mind at rest when thinking about speaking out loud. Being around like minded people made me feel less isolated and boosted my confidence.”

Fiona, Helston

Where to Find Us

The Epworth Centre (behind the Wesleyan Chapel)

42 Coinagehall Street, Helston, TR13 8EL

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Getting here

  •         By car: The nearest car park is Tyacke Road Car Park (0.2 miles).
  •         By bus: There’s a bus stop right outside.

Getting in

There's a little passageway to the left of the chapel (as you look at it) which will take you straight to The Epworth Centre at the back of the church. You'll see the entrance to The Epworth Centre accessed via steps or slope. This will bring you into a corridor and our room is at the end. The door will be open so you'll know where we are.

If you would like any more detailed information about getting to our Helston Meet Ups we’d be very happy to send this to you in an email. Just contact us on helston@quietconnections.co.uk. 

How to Join a Helston Meet Up

You don’t have to register to come along - it’s okay to simply turn up on the day. However, on the first time that you’re joining us, if you know in advance that you’re going to come along it would be really helpful if you could sign up using our booking form below. This means we can say hello and answer any of your questions before you come along, we can easily contact you if there are any changes to the schedule, and we can get feedback from you now and again to help us improve. It’s your choice though. Either way, we are very much looking forward to meeting you and welcoming you into the group. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Whilst there might be other people in the building, we've hired a space just for our use between 6pm and 8pm, so it's only us quieteers in the room.

The Helston Meet Ups are led by Dom (see his photo above). 

No, all of our Meet Ups are free to attend. We’re a Community Interest Company so funding comes from The National Lottery Community Fund. All refreshments including water, teas, coffees, hot chocolate and biscuits are provided free of charge too - although you’re very welcome to bring along your own drink if you prefer, or additional treats to share with the group. 

You don’t have to book - it’s ok to just turn up on the day. However, on the first time that you’re joining us, if you know in advance that you’re going to come along it would be really helpful if you could sign up using our booking form below. This means we can say hi and answer any of your questions before you come along, we can easily contact you if there are any changes to the schedule, and we can get feedback from you now and again to help us improve.

On average, our Helston Meet Up typically has around 6 or 7 people in attendance each week.

The Epworth Centre is a cosy and welcoming space, where we aim to create an ambience that feels both calm and re-energising. We’ll often have uplifting or relaxing music playing quietly in the background. Our facilitators focus on nurturing conversations and participation that has a collective positive upwards spiral e.g. gratitude, small comfort zone stretch wins, things that bring us joy, what we’re learning etc. And there is usually a gentle mix of chatter and quieter moments.

The space is fully accessible, there are a few steps but there's also a ramp available.

We really do remove the pressure - because we’ve been there too. As quiet facilitators, we like to think that we’ve found a good balance between being attentive to the group and giving you your own space. If we sense you’re in any difficulty, we will gently make sure that you’re okay. But otherwise we will allow you to join in as much or as little as you like. 

Yes. We’ll always encourage you to give yourself what you need. If at any point you feel you need to step away, you are welcome to go and make yourself a cuppa or leave for a break before rejoining the group. Our facilitators will be mindful to offer that space and a check-in chat, if needed.

All sorts! We bring along materials for optional casual activities that’ll spark creativity, start conversations and boost your wellbeing. This might be colouring, painting, crocheting, journaling and more.

Absolutely. We recognise this might be helpful as you’re settling in and getting to know the other group members.

Yes, we’d be happy to help with that. Just send us a message at helston@quietconnections.co.uk and we’ll arrange this for you. 

You’re welcome to try Meet Ups in multiple locations. There’s no obligation to always go to the same one, but you’re more likely to make friends and genuine connections if you go to the same Meet Up more than once.

Whilst many do choose to attend weekly, we also have valuable members within the community who only attend as and when they can.

It’s two hours in length (every Tuesday from 6.00pm until 8.00pm).

We’ve included parking instructions above but feel free to email us on helston@quietconnections.co.uk if you’d like some more detailed information on this.

We’ve included a little about bus travel above but please email us on helston@quietconnections.co.uk if you’d like some more detailed information about how to get here.

We’re always pleased to hear from lovely volunteers in our local community. If you think you might like to help us run a Meet Up or get involved with Quiet Connections in another way, please contact Hayley & Stacie on hello@quietconnections.co.uk and they’ll be in touch.