Join our Weekly Meet Ups in Redruth

Connect with likeminded quieteers at Redruth Community Centre, every Monday from 11.30am to 1.30pm.

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 Redruth Meet Ups leaders

We're 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

Hayley Stanton

Mike Edward
Quiet Connector for Helston

Mike Edward

Quiet Connector for Redruth

Rose Burch

Become a Quiet Connector with us

Volunteer

Quiet Connector

Hayley Stanton

Hi, I’m Hayley.

I, too, am a quieter person. As a highly sensitive introvert, I love and appreciate my quiet strengths now, but I spent much of my life not feeling good enough and experiencing social anxiety. I missed so many opportunities and connections because I was afraid of being judged harshly, criticised and rejected –and because I doubted that I had the ‘right’ personality to succeed. Now, I’m passionate about helping quiet people discover their unique qualities, gifts, passions and experiences and explore how best to use these to express themselves more authentically, connect more meaningfully and contribute to their world in a way that works with their quieter or more sensitive nature – and I’d love to connect with you at one of our Meet Ups.

Email:hayley@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

Quiet Connector for Redruth

Rose Burch

Hi, I’m Rose.

I have been a quieteer for several years now, starting with coaching. When I first joined Quiet Connections, I was very lonely with limited confidence, self-esteem and self-belief. I didn’t feel worthy of others time. But with Quiet Connections, I began to feel differently about myself. I discovered I could do the things I was scared of, and I was likeable. It made me feel more rounded as a person. I joined the Meet Ups, developed friendships with new people, did different group activities and had fun while being my true self… Happy Dance and all! I have really benefitted from being part of the quiet community and I can’t wait to welcome you into the community so that you can have a space to be your own authentic self, too.

Email:redruth@quietconnections.co.uk

Become a Quiet Connector with us

Volunteer

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 this room at Redruth Community Centre because it’s a calm and cosy space. 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 came to know about Quiet Connections Meet Ups through my social prescriber. I was very nervous about attending my first Meet Up in Redruth but I was reassured and felt comfortable choosing to sit there quietly doing some art and crafts. I felt relaxed there since I don’t feel any forces pushing me anywhere, I can just be my quiet self and enjoy it.” 

Anonymous, Redruth

“I am grateful for quiet connections because they give me a chance to be me, without judgement or criticism, harsh words or being made fun of. I am able to be part of a group socially, in comfort and feeling safe, for the first time in a long time with them. I have a sense of belonging and being cared about. It's just lovely.”

Rose, Redruth

Where to Find Us

Redruth Community Centre

Foundry Row, Redruth TR15 1AW

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Getting here

  •         By car: There is parking at the Community Centre. Alternatively, the nearest Car Park is New Cut (0.2 miles).
  •         By train: Redruth Train Station is a 8 minute walk away (0.4 miles).
  •         By bus: There's a bus stop outside the Armed Forces Careers Office. a 2 minute walk from the Redruth Community Centre. Plan your route here.

You'll receive an email with information and photos showing where to find us when you sign up (please check your spam folder if you don't see this). If you would like any more detailed information about getting to our Redruth Meet Ups we’d be very happy to answer any questions. Just contact us on redruth@quietconnections.co.uk. 

How to Join a Redruth 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

Yes, the community centre will have other groups in the building so we will be sharing the toilets, but we will have a private room to ourselves between 11.30pm and 1.30pm, so it's only us quieteers there. 

No, sorry, we won't be holding our weekly Meet Ups on Bank Holidays. Redruth Community Centre is closed on these days.

The Redruth Meet Ups are led by the team, pictured above, who will be there to greet you.

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 Redruth Meet Up typically has around 5 or 6 people in attendance each week.



The space we've chosen 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.

No, Redruth Community Centre is fully accessible. 

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 redruth@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 Monday from 11.30pm to 1.30pm).

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



We’ve included travel and public transport information above but please email us on redruth@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.