Caxton House: More than just a Community Centre. A vibrant community hub based near Archway in the London Borough of Islington. We run a range of community designed and led services, activities and events that support the wellbeing and development of our community.
New Year’s Resolutions at the top of your list?
If you’re trying to find a new hobby for the new year — or finally give something new a go — why not take a look at what our centre has to offer?
From creative groups to active sessions and everything in between, there’s something for everyone.
📌 Please note: Groups must be contacted directly using the information provided.
📌 Availability is subject to change.
Start the year by doing something just for you
Behind the Scenes: Preparing for Our Big Jumble & Table Top Sale
A successful community event starts long before the doors open! Over the 2-day lead up to our amazing Jumble & Table Top Sale, there was plenty happening behind the scenes to make it all possible.
From unpacking, unloading, and organising donations with the fantastic corporate volunteers from @inkinddirect creating hygiene bags, every helping hand made a difference.
Our incredible Caxton House volunteers also worked tirelessly setting up the room, sorting tables, arranging items, and getting everything ready for the big day.
Without our volunteers, events like this simply wouldn’t be possible. Their time, energy, and dedication help us bring the community together and continue supporting those who need us most.
We wanted to share a little insight into the hard work, teamwork, and community spirit that goes into running our events — and to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone involved!
#CaxtonTurns50
A huge thank you to everyone who supported our Big Jumble Giveaway & Table Top Sale on Saturday!
Thanks to your generosity and community spirit, we raised an incredible £1,000 towards our upcoming 50th Celebration Event!
From donating items and booking tables to shopping and spreading the word, every contribution helped make the day a fantastic success.
We’re so grateful for the continued support that helps us bring our community together and celebrate 50 years of Caxton House Community Centre.
What’s On at Caxton House
🏏 The Elfrida Society
We’re proud to host a range of inclusive sports activities for adults (18+) with learning disabilities and autism in our community.
These sessions are all about building connections, supporting independence, and having fun along the way.
Currently running:
Cricket – Fridays, 1:00–2:30pm
📞07841 033248
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Photos from the inclusive multi-sport coaching course
The Big Jumble is back!
Join us on Saturday 9th May, 3–6pm in the Main Hall for the ultimate jumble sale — all in support of our 50th anniversary celebrations.
Entry: £2 per person
A Dive Into Our Archives
In November 1978, tucked behind Caxton House Settlement, Hillside Park was once dubbed the best in Britain. What was once a disused strip between houses became a much-needed park for local youngsters.
A Dive Into Our Archives:
As we turn 50 years old this year, we’ve been taking a look back at Caxton House’s early days.
Here is a glimpse of the very first Caxton House newsletter, CHAT, published within the first six months of the building opening. The newsletter offers a fascinating snapshot of community life at the time — including diary ticket prices as low as 25p!
From the very beginning, Caxton House was created with the community at its heart. The most immediate need was a welcoming, pleasant place to meet. In response, a nursery, youth club, and a day room for pensioners were established, with the Citizens Advice Bureau also moving into the building.
A full copy of the very first edition of the CHAT newsletter can be found on our Facebook page, offering a wonderful look back at where it all began.
Spotlight On: Our Community Quilt
Our community quilt is now on permanent display in our centre reception for everyone to enjoy. It stands as a heartfelt love letter to Caxton House, with each individual square illustrating what Caxton Community Centre means to its creator, and celebrating the many classes, activities, and shared moments that bring our Islington community together.
✨ Big changes behind the scenes!
Over the Christmas period closure, we had our hall floor resurfaced and added some incredible new wall pieces, bringing colour and personality to what were once blank walls.
From our collaboration with the @roadrunart Road Run Street Art Festival 2024, we’re proud to finally give these works a home.
Brilliant Christmas Day spent with Islington Care Experienced Young People at the Arsenal Hub.
This event goes from strength to strength and as such we would like to thank Rose @Caxton House for the generous donation of Christmas presents for the children who attended and enjoyed the day so much.
#ArsenalintheCommunity#HISChurch#IslingtonCouncil#CaxtonHouse#TheACEDProjectCIC
As the year draws to a close, we’d like to take a moment to thank everyone who has been part of the Caxton House community this year. Your support, collaboration, and sense of togetherness are what make Caxton House such a special place, and we’re truly grateful to each of you.
Please note that Caxton House will be closed from 1pm on 24th December to 2nd January reopening at 9am.
We wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and a peaceful, happy New Year.
We look forward to welcoming you back and continuing to grow our community together in the new year ahead.
Warmest wishes,
The Caxton House Team
