--- title: "About Us" url: "https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/about-us/" type: "page" published: "2025-11-11T14:39:10+00:00" modified: "2026-05-08T14:38:02+01:00" author: "admin" --- # About the Strouden Park Community Centre ## Our approach... Strouden Park Community Centre has been a cornerstone of our community since 1987. In 2012, the Centre was transformed by demolishing the old building and creating a vibrant new Centre, alongside six new homes that foster connection and growth. We warmly welcome passionate volunteers to help us transform the Centre into an extraordinary space for our community! Your creativity and talents can truly make an impact. If you’re excited to learn more and get involved, we’d love to hear from you! ![strouden park community centre serving the community02](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Strouden-Park-Community-Centre-serving-the-community02.jpg) ![strouden park community centre serving the community03](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Strouden-Park-Community-Centre-serving-the-community03.jpg) ## Serving the Community since 1993 ## Community matters... ![strouden park community centre serving the community](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Strouden-Park-Community-Centre-serving-the-community.jpg) We strive to create a community hub where people of all ages can engage in a diverse range of activities and events. Our goal is to enhance the well-being of our community and promote a strong sense of togetherness. Discover the perfect space for your next event! Our rooms are available for hire for regular bookings, one-off classes, parties, and much more. Join our vibrant Centre by participating in our many regular groups, including (but not limited to) Yoga, Pilates, Chair Exercise, Baby and Toddler Group, Self-Protection classes, Baby Ballet, and a weekly choir. Don’t miss out on our delightful weekly lunch club every Thursday, where you can enjoy two delicious courses for just £5 (booking is required). Whether you’re planning to host a group or party or looking to join one of our exciting events, we’d love to hear from you! Reach out to us or explore our Autumn 25 leaflet for more details. Your next great experience awaits! Meet the Team ** ** ### Meet the Strouden Park Community Centre Team [!\[avatar lady circle\](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/avatar-lady-circle.png)](#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjEzMjIiLCJ0b2dnbGUiOmZhbHNlfQ%3D%3D) ### [Rebecca Fulwood](#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjEzMjIiLCJ0b2dnbGUiOmZhbHNlfQ%3D%3D) Chair of Trustees [!\[avatar lady circle\](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/avatar-lady-circle.png)](#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjEzMzMiLCJ0b2dnbGUiOmZhbHNlfQ%3D%3D) ### [Sue Craft](#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjEzMzMiLCJ0b2dnbGUiOmZhbHNlfQ%3D%3D) Secretary/Treasurer [!\[avatar lady circle\](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/avatar-lady-circle.png)](#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjEzMzgiLCJ0b2dnbGUiOmZhbHNlfQ%3D%3D) ### [Debbie Mills](#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjEzMzgiLCJ0b2dnbGUiOmZhbHNlfQ%3D%3D) Community Centre Manager [!\[avatar lady circle\](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/avatar-lady-circle.png)](#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjEzNDEiLCJ0b2dnbGUiOmZhbHNlfQ%3D%3D) ### [Karen Godber](#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjEzNDEiLCJ0b2dnbGUiOmZhbHNlfQ%3D%3D) Trustee [!\[avatar lady circle\](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/avatar-lady-circle.png)](#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjEzNDQiLCJ0b2dnbGUiOmZhbHNlfQ%3D%3D) ### [Brenda Moore](#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjEzNDQiLCJ0b2dnbGUiOmZhbHNlfQ%3D%3D) Trustee [!\[avatar lady circle\](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/avatar-lady-circle.png)](#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjEzNDciLCJ0b2dnbGUiOmZhbHNlfQ%3D%3D) ### [Helen Wilson](#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjEzNDciLCJ0b2dnbGUiOmZhbHNlfQ%3D%3D) Trustee Information & Policies ** ** #### Strouden Park Community Centre Information & Policies We want everyone who uses Strouden Park Community Centre to feel safe, welcome and well‑supported. Our policies help us run the Centre fairly, protect our community, and keep the building operating smoothly.   You can find all our key policies here. If you have any questions, the Centre team is always happy to help. Safeguarding Policy [Download681 KB](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/?jet_download=5fdcc825720b96008097697e20bc39be1af39d08) Room Hire Terms & Conditions [Download604 KB](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/?jet_download=0792d454d3fe88fa0f06f44dc11a2db7619f4fef) General Terms & Conditions [Download638 KB](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/?jet_download=8013a7738fd934b980a1906c155d98ab592a4e84) Privacy Policy [Download651 KB](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/?jet_download=7c44a1b1cfddadf1fc2a5c858149976f1508c2c8) Health & Safety Policy [Download666 KB](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/?jet_download=0ace9be56447ae0fcf6aeaa720077cf71e545c43) Indoor Bouncy Castle Policy [Download638 KB](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/?jet_download=62a280ec92b3687c14972c194730cd8b6ad9e517) Complaints Policy [Download653 KB](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/?jet_download=406b63e77859bbb18503a224da834451725d5582) Volunteers ** ** #### Volunteers at the Strouden Park Community Centre Got a little time to spare? We’d love to welcome more volunteers. You can help weekly or occasionally — at events, coffee mornings, toddlers, or in the office.   Please complete the form below — all fields required. Alternatively pick up an application form at the Centre — whatever works best for you. Membership ** ** #### Membership at the Strouden Park Community Centre Join our new Membership Scheme — it’s FREE! Members get 5% off one-off bookings, a vote at our AGM, invites to members-only events, and our quarterly newsletter. Sign up and help shape the future of your community. Useful Links ** ** #### Strouden Park Community Centre Useful Links **BCP Council Support Services** — housing, benefits, adult social care, family support [Benefits support and advice | BCP](https://www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/benefits-support-and-advice)   **Local NHS Services** — GP finder, urgent care, mental health support [Find services near you – NHS](https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/services-near-you/)   **Citizens Advice Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole** — debt, employment, legal and welfare advice [Citizens Advice Bournemouth Christchurch & Poole](https://citizensadvicebcp.org.uk/)   **Age UK Bournemouth** — support for older residents [Age UK Bournemouth | Our Services](https://www.ageuk.org.uk/bournemouthpooleeastdorset/our-services/)   **Leonardo Carer Support** — for unpaid carers in Dorset [Leonardo Carer Support](https://leonardocarersupport.org)   **Dorset Mind / local wellbeing charities** — mental health support [Adult Services – Dorset Mind](https://dorsetmind.uk/what-we-offer/adult-services/)   **BCP Access to Food** [Access to Food Partnership local food banks and community fridges | BCP](https://www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/communities/cost-of-living-help/access-to-food-partnership)   **Cost of living web support hub** [Cost of living web hub for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole](https://dorsetview.co.uk/cost-of-living-web-support-hub-for-bournemouth-christchurch-and-poole/) #### Strouden Park Community Centre Testimonials & Feedback **** ##### 20 April 2026 It was a nice space for our party — we really enjoyed it.RajivParty hirer ##### 18 April 2026 I love Strouden — you get a premium service, a good price, and upfront, honest answers.MegSTEMVentures ##### 11 April 2026 Loved the centre — if the hall becomes available, I’d love to run sessions here.BelindaSlimming World ##### 11 April 2026 My clients said how easy it is to book and how simple and clear the guidelines are.VickyPhotographer ##### 10 April 2026 I’m thrilled to have found such a friendly location to run my counselling sessions.LoriNHS counsellor ##### 27 March 2026 It’s a pleasure to meet someone so enthusiastic about their job.JackieCommunity care worker ##### 17 March 2026 The fitness studio is perfect, and the other hall is lovely too.ClairePotential new hirer ##### 16 March 2026 This centre is such a fabulous place — what a great find.Feedback from an Everyday Dance attendee ##### 10 March 2026 Dear everyone at Strouden Park Community Centre. I wanted to wish you the very best for your fun-filled Family Easter event on Saturday 28 March. I hope the Easter Bunny makes a promised visit, and the local children enjoy the Scavenger Hunt. Thank you for all that you do to support the local community at Strouden Park Community Centre. I've attended many events at the Community Centre and always felt very welcome and so have the community I've attended with. Wishing you all the best for your Easter event and all others that follow as well as a very happy Easter. With warmest thanks.Tom Hayes MPLabour Member of Parliament for Bournemouth East ##### March 2026 A wonderful meal, lovely company, and I felt very welcome. Thank you to Brenda and Jean.New lunch club attendee ##### 8 February 2026 It was a lovely, clean centre and a great manager.DebiParty hirer ##### February 2026 A lovely, clean Centre with a great manager.Feedback from a private hirer ##### 21 January 2026 Thank you for all the help with booking — and for holding the hall while we organised the DJ. You were so nice.Kara ##### 21 January 2026 The centre is lovely, and the activities are great — we very much enjoyed the toddler group.ZeyNew to the area ##### 20 January 2026 It’s a lovely space — the only venue with underfloor heating to keep our toes warm.Face‑to‑face feedback ##### January 2026 Debbie was lovely and really helpful with the booking, even holding the hall for 24 hours while we organised a DJ.Feedback from Private Hirer ##### January 2026 I’m new to the area, the Centre is lovely, and we really enjoyed the Busy Bees session.Feedback from a new centre user of the Baby and Toddler group ##### January 2026 A lovely space — and the only venue with underfloor heating to keep toes warm!Centre user ##### January 2026 Vicky (photographer) told us how impressed she was with Debbie’s warm welcome and tour of the Centre. She said it was clear Debbie is passionate about helping the community and that this role suits her perfectly.New regular hirer ## Events *you’ll* love at the Strouden Park Community Centre [!\[Get Ready for a Spooktacular Halloween at Strouden Park!\](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Strouden-Park-Community-Centre-Spooktacular-Halloween-Banner.avif)](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/news-and-events/get-ready-for-a-spooktacular-halloween-at-strouden-park/)[Events](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/blog-categories/events/) #### [Get Ready for a Spooktacular Halloween at...](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/news-and-events/get-ready-for-a-spooktacular-halloween-at-strouden-park/) [8th May 2026](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/2026/05/08/)Strouden Park Community Centre is gearing up for a frightfully fun celebration this autumn, with our Halloween Event taking place…[Read More](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/news-and-events/get-ready-for-a-spooktacular-halloween-at-strouden-park/) [!\[Community Quiz Night-Saturday 3rd October!\](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Quiz-night-fundraiser-poster-1.avif)](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/news-and-events/community-quiz-night-announced-join-us-on-saturday-20th-june/)[Events](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/blog-categories/events/) #### [Community Quiz Night-Saturday 3rd October!](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/news-and-events/community-quiz-night-announced-join-us-on-saturday-20th-june/) [8th May 2026](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/2026/05/08/)Community Quiz Night – Saturday 3rd October! Strouden Park Community Centre is excited to invite everyone to our next Centre‑run…[Read More](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/news-and-events/community-quiz-night-announced-join-us-on-saturday-20th-june/) [!\[Strouden Park Community Centre Secures Funding from Talbot Village Trust for Essential Repairs\](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Strouden-Park-Community-Centre-Funding-from-Talbot-Village-Trust-Banner.jpg)](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/news-and-events/strouden-park-community-centre-secures-funding-from-talbot-village-trust-for-essential-repairs/)[Community News](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/blog-categories/community-news/) #### [Strouden Park Community Centre Secures Funding from...](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/news-and-events/strouden-park-community-centre-secures-funding-from-talbot-village-trust-for-essential-repairs/) [28th April 2026](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/2026/04/28/)Strouden Park Community Centre is delighted to announce that we have been awarded £4,000 from Talbot Village Trust to carry…[Read More](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/news-and-events/strouden-park-community-centre-secures-funding-from-talbot-village-trust-for-essential-repairs/) ## We'd *love* to hear from you! Whether you’re looking to hire a room, join one of our various groups or just want to know what’s going on in your local community please either give us a ring, send us a message by clicking on the right or pop in if you’re in the area. [CONTACT US](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/contact/) ## See what our community says [!\[google reviews icon 5 star rating\](https://stroudenparkcc.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Google-reviews-icon-5-star-rating-1.jpg)](https://www.google.com/search?sca_esv=656922770c0b9fdd&sxsrf=AE3TifM_WJrATlKSzMUH2-PaQzMoTJFLoA:1762971441185&si=AMgyJEvkVjFQtirYNBhM3ZJIRTaSJ6PxY6y1_6WZHGInbzDnMQX9kQACi1NC42uEdcQifd7XAMZjmdimX_pcdfikZyUEQBpowoWKL9hY_mtaKGuFAmr3X1_p2NQ60bgLUAiu1xEL0qJYCOmuliZwo2w0PwwRlmN3_A%3D%3D&q=Strouden+Park+Community+Centre+Reviews&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiT5YC0nO2QAxXCQkEAHe9qOV0Q0bkNegQIIRAE&biw=1840&bih=1401&dpr=1.8#lrd=0x487398b5331d5039:0x86792ace21311ded,3,,,,)