Hampstead and Camden News and Events
Our Thriving Community – Time to Thrive Clubs
We believe that growing older should be a time of connection, enjoyment, and purpose.
That’s why we created our Time to Thrive Clubs – a local initiative built around our core philosophy of supporting wellbeing through activity, companionship, and lifelong engagement.
These clubs provide a welcoming space to socialise, try new things, and enjoy meaningful, accessible activities that promote mental stimulation, physical health, and happiness.
Keats Community Library Hampstead
We proudly sponsor cultural events at Keats Community Library, supporting literacy, education, and community engagement through talks, readings, and local initiatives.
Free Seated Mobility Exercise Classes
More Than Just Exercise
After each class, we invite attendees to stay for a free coffee and a friendly chat. It’s a lovely way to make new friends, share stories, and build a stronger local community – all in a relaxed and supportive setting.
Participants also have the option to benefit from a Digital Health Check using the Whzan Blue Box – a smart health monitoring tool designed to track key health indicators and support proactive wellbeing.
Time to Thrive is more than a name, it’s a way of living.
Move more. Connect more. Thrive together.
Events coming soon
18 September 2025
A very local affair – Dan Carrier, a journalist on the beloved to all Camden New Journal, talking about the 150th anniversary of the paper illustrated with some of the amazing local stories they covered over time.
The Camden New Journal has its origins in 1872, when the Holloway Press began. In addition to local news stories, the paper covers arts and features, local politics in the Peeps column and sport.
09 October 2025
Peter York, a prominent social and cultural commentator on television. He has spent decades analysing the subtle and not-so-subtle trends of British society.
As one of the country’s most astute cultural commentators, York has earned a reputation for being both insightful and sharply witty.
He will be presenting and talking about his latest book “A DEAD CAT ON YOUR TABLE”
Past Events
Hampstead Summer Festival
Celebrating Community, Creativity and Culture at the Hampstead Summer Festival
We’re proud to play an active role in the heart of our community, and the Hampstead Summer Festival is one of the highlights of our year.
Our Director, Daniela, volunteers on the festival’s organising committee, helping to bring people together each summer through music, arts, and local culture.
The Festival proudly supports two brilliant local charities: Keats Community Library and the Hampstead School of Art.
This year, the Festival raised an incredible £28,000, with £14,000 donated to each charity – a testament to the generosity and spirit of our local community.
Proud Sponsors of the Art Fair & The First Walfinch Award for Art
As sponsors of the Festival’s Art Fair, we were thrilled to present the first-ever Walfinch Award for Art to local artist Nobue Zimmern for her stunning piece, Untitled in Blue, which was displayed at Keats Community Library.
Bringing Smiles at the Big Fair
Each year, we host a lively stall at the Festival’s Big Fair, where we engage with the public and offer free face painting for children – always a crowd favourite!
04 June 2025
We were honoured to sponsor a powerful and thought-provoking evening featured the renowned human rights lawyer and author Philippe Sands, who presented his latest book, 38 Londres Street.
In this gripping investigation, Sands explores the dark legacies of two men – Augusto Pinochet, former President of Chile, and Walther Rauff, a Nazi SS officer responsible for developing mobile gas vans used during the Holocaust.
Known for his powerful storytelling and deep sense of justice, Philippe Sands weaves history, memory, and law into a compelling narrative that asks urgent questions about accountability and the echoes of the past.
It was an evening filled with reflection, learning, and community – and we’re proud to support events that open minds and bring people together.
12 December 2024
A Magical Christmas Eve at Keats Community Library.
We were thrilled to support a truly special Christmas Stories Special at Keats Community Library, featuring the incredible actresses Janet Suzman, Deidra Morris, and Patricia Hodge.
This festive event was filled with heartwarming stories, seasonal cheer, and a wonderful sense of community spirit.
By sponsoring events like this, we help keep Keats Community Library open and thriving, ensuring it continues to serve, educate, and inspire future generations.
As part of our support, we provided gift bags for each attendee, fostering strong connections with the local community and making the evening even more memorable.
26 September 2024
We supported a talk by Petroc Trelawny, the esteemed classical music radio and television broadcaster, who has been a BBC Radio 3 presenter since 1998. During the event, he shared insights into his career and discussed his book, Trelawny’s Cornwall, reflecting on his Cornish heritage and deep connection to the region.
As part of our commitment to enhancing the lives of our clients, we invited one of our clients, a passionate poetry and literature enthusiast, to attend the event. He was delighted to be there, accompanied by his carer, and we were pleased that the venue was fully wheelchair accessible, ensuring an inclusive and enjoyable experience for all.
Community is at the heart of everything we do – and we’re already looking forward to next summer!
Hampstead has always been home to artists, writers, and creatives – and we’re here to support that spirit. Whether you’re a poet in Belsize Park, a philosopher in Hampstead Village, a musician in South Hampstead, or simply someone who appreciates the arts and needs support at home, Walfinch Hampstead and Camden helps you thrive in the place you love.