Lancashire warm spaces
As the colder months set in, Lancashire's Warm Spaces are here to offer a welcoming place for anyone who needs it. Whether you're looking to stay warm, connect with others, or take a break from the chill, these spaces are open to everyone, no questions asked.
A range of community venues, including libraries, churches, community centres, and other local hubs, provides a safe, friendly environment where you can sit, relax, and feel part of the community.
Some venues may offer hot drinks, free Wi-Fi, activities, or advice and support services.
You don't need to book or register, just drop in. Everyone is welcome.
Warm Spaces Within Lancashire
Please visit Lancashire County Council's list of available warm spaces within Lancashire.
Libraries
Lancashire County Council's libraries are all warm and welcoming spaces, where you can find:
- a warm drink
- a space to sit
- free computers and Wi-Fi
- charging points for your phone or laptop
- events and activities
- help from staff to find information
Look out for events where you can get together with others for a chat, play board games or learn something new. There are also events to help with the cost of living.
Get Involved: Become a Lancashire Warm Space
Lancashire County Council is teaming up with local voluntary groups, community and faith organisations, and parish and town councils to create even more Warm Spaces across the county.
If you run a venue in Lancashire and can offer a warm, safe, and welcoming place for residents this winter, we'd love for you to join the network.
How to Register Your Venue
Becoming a Warm Space is simple. Just register your venue and you'll receive guidance and support to help you set up and run your space effectively.
What Residents Can Expect: The Lancashire Warm Spaces Charter
Every Warm Space in Lancashire follows a shared charter to make sure everyone feels safe, respected, and welcome.
- A Warm Welcome - Friendly staff and volunteers will greet you with kindness every time you walk through the door.
- No Judgement - Whatever your reason for coming in, you'll be treated with fairness and understanding.
- Respect and Dignity - Everyone has the right to be treated with warmth. Visitors, staff, and volunteers are expected to treat each other with respect. Anyone who doesn't may be asked to leave.
- Accessibility - Warm Spaces aim to be accessible to all. If a venue has physical limitations, they'll let you know and help direct you to an alternative nearby.
- Safety First - All Warm Spaces follow safeguarding and food hygiene policies, and have health and safety measures in place.
- Confidentiality - If you choose to share your story, someone will listen. Your privacy will be respected unless safeguarding policies require otherwise.
- Helpful Information - If you're looking for advice or support, staff and volunteers can direct you toward organisations that can help.