Free Cambridge parent carer meet-up on 10 September: what residents need to know
Coffee, cake and informal conversation are on the programme when Caring Together brings parent carers together near Cambridge this September.
The free Caring Together Charity Parent Carer Meet-Up will take place on Thursday 10 September 2026, from 10.30am to 12.30pm. It will be held at The Greenhouse Café inside Scotsdales Garden Centre, Cambridge Road, Great Shelford, Cambs CB22 5JT.
The gathering is intended for parent carers who want to share experiences, find informal support or simply talk with other people in similar circumstances. The event information published by Visit Cambridge Events says everyone is welcome.
An informal morning for parent carers
There is no formal programme, named speaker or scheduled activity in the published details. Instead, the two-hour session is centred on conversation and the opportunity for parent carers to meet people who understand the experience of caring for a child.
That open format means visitors can take part at their own pace. They may use the session to discuss their experiences, look for support or spend some time meeting other parent carers in a welcoming café setting.
Coffee, cake and other refreshments will be available at The Greenhouse Café. The listing does not say that refreshments are included as part of the free event, so attendees should not assume that food or drinks will be provided without charge.
Caring Together, the named organiser, presents the meet-up as an opportunity for parent carers to connect while taking some time out. The emphasis in the source information is on informal peer conversation rather than talks, entertainment or a structured support session.
When and where the meet-up takes place
| Detail | Confirmed information |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday 10 September 2026 |
| Time | 10.30am to 12.30pm |
| Venue | The Greenhouse Café, inside Scotsdales Garden Centre |
| Address | Cambridge Road, Great Shelford, Cambs CB22 5JT |
| Attendance | Free; everyone is welcome |
| Organiser | Caring Together |
The venue is in Great Shelford, with the café located inside the garden centre rather than in a separate event building. This is the only location guidance included in the published listing.
What to check before attending
No advance-booking process is specified in the source, although attendance is listed as free and open to everyone. Transport, parking and accessibility arrangements are also not confirmed in the supplied event information.
Anyone who needs those practical details should check the Caring Together event page before travelling. The meet-up is also listed by Visit Cambridge Events, which confirms the date, two-hour running time, Great Shelford venue and free attendance.
Source: Visit Cambridge Events
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- 2026-09-10 17:56
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