Welcome to the Crawley & Horsham Branch page!

We are an affiliate branch of the UK's leading shared parenting charity, Families Need Fathers.

We provide help, advice and support for those that are dealing with children's matters before, during and after relationship breakdown. All are welcome - be they mothers, fathers or grandparents.

There is no cost for attending our meetings although we encourage everyone to buy a drink and spend some money at the bar and if possible make a small donation to FNF. We also request visitors to consider becoming members of FNF to help our organisation to keep going in especially difficult times for all.

Upcoming Meetings & Events

We meet at 7:30pm on the second Monday of every month.  Our upcoming meetings are:  We meet in conjunction with Brighton & Worthing group on the 2nd Tuesday of each month during Covid-19 pandemic. 

Meeting Location

We meet at Crawley Labour Supporters Club in Crawley.COVID-19 UPDATE :- Normal meetings are suspended.  Zoom meetings are taking place in conjunction with Brighton & Worthing group. Please contact the host below for joining details.

Contact

If you have any queries, please contact Richard on 07762 380 633. Alternatively, contact the branch here or email RichardN.vol@fnf.org.uk. Please do not contact the venue as they will not be able to help you.

Policy

All matters are discussed in complete confidence under the Chatham House Rule.

The format of the evening once introductions have been made is to first allow newcomers to explain their circumstances and invite opinions/advice from those present who can maybe apply their own experiences and opinions.

Newcomers are not obliged to speak and are welcome to observe – we like to provide a relaxed, pressure free forum for discussion. We then throw open the floor for others to discuss their own ongoing situations be they asking for advice or announcing progress or good news.

Welcome to the Epsom Branch page!

We are an affiliate branch of the UK's leading shared parenting charity, Families Need Fathers.

We provide help, advice and support for those that are dealing with children's matters before, during and after relationship breakdown. All are welcome - be they mothers, fathers or grandparents.

There is no cost for attending our meetings although we encourage everyone to buy a drink and spend some money at the bar and if possible make a small donation to FNF. We also request visitors to consider becoming members of FNF to help our organisation to keep going in especially difficult times for all.

Upcoming Meetings & Events

Due to Covid-19, these branch meetings have been suspended.

We meet from 7:30-10:30pm on the first Wednesday of every month.

Meeting Location

We meet at The Famous Green Man in Ewell. Please check the Upcoming Events for any last-minute changes.

Contact

If you have any queries, please email Epsom.Meetings@fnf.org.uk or fnf.epsom@gmail.com. Please do not contact the venue as they will not be able to help you.

http://www.epsom.fnf.org.uk/

Policy

All matters are discussed in complete confidence under the Chatham House Rule.

The format of the evening once introductions have been made is to first allow newcomers to explain their circumstances and invite opinions/advice from those present who can maybe apply their own experiences and opinions.

Newcomers are not obliged to speak and are welcome to observe – we like to provide a relaxed, pressure free forum for discussion. We then throw open the floor for others to discuss their own ongoing situations be they asking for advice or announcing progress or good news.

Welcome to the Exeter Branch page!

We are an affiliate branch of the UK's leading shared parenting charity, Families Need Fathers.

We provide help, advice and support for those that are dealing with children's matters before, during and after relationship breakdown. All are welcome - be they mothers, fathers or grandparents.

There is no cost for attending our meetings although we encourage everyone to buy a drink and spend some money at the bar and if possible make a small donation to FNF. We also request visitors to consider becoming members of FNF to help our organisation to keep going in especially difficult times for all.

Upcoming Meetings & Events

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, we meet at 8:00pm on the last Thursday of every month. We are currently holding these meetings using Zoom.

Meeting Location

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, these branch meetings have moved online.

We meet at The Exeter White Ensign Club on South Street. Please check the Upcoming Events for any last-minute changes.

Contact

If you have any queries, please contact us 01392 692699. Alternatively, email exeter.meetings@fnf.org.uk. Please do not contact the venue as they will not be able to help you.  

www.exeter.fnf.org.uk

Policy

All matters are discussed in complete confidence under the Chatham House Rule.

The format of the evening once introductions have been made is to first allow newcomers to explain their circumstances and invite opinions/advice from those present who can maybe apply their own experiences and opinions.

Newcomers are not obliged to speak and are welcome to observe – we like to provide a relaxed, pressure free forum for discussion. We then throw open the floor for others to discuss their own ongoing situations be they asking for advice or announcing progress or good news.

Welcome to the Farnham Branch page!

We are an affiliate branch of the UK's leading shared parenting charity, Families Need Fathers.

We provide help, advice and support for those that are dealing with children's matters before, during and after relationship breakdown. All are welcome - be they mothers, fathers or grandparents.

There is no cost for attending our meetings although we encourage everyone to buy a drink and spend some money at the bar and if possible make a small donation to FNF. We also request visitors to consider becoming members of FNF to help our organisation to keep going in especially difficult times for all.

Upcoming Meetings & Events

Due to Covid-19, these branch meetings have been suspended.

We meet at 8:00pm on the second Thursday of every month.

Meeting Location

We meet at Friends Meeting House in Farnham. Please check the Upcoming Events for any last-minute changes.

Contact

If you have any queries, please contact Steve on 01428 727 373. Alternatively, email Farnham.Meetings@fnf.org.uk. Please do not contact the venue as they will not be able to help you.

Policy

All matters are discussed in complete confidence under the Chatham House Rule.

The format of the evening once introductions have been made is to first allow newcomers to explain their circumstances and invite opinions/advice from those present who can maybe apply their own experiences and opinions.

Newcomers are not obliged to speak and are welcome to observe – we like to provide a relaxed, pressure free forum for discussion. We then throw open the floor for others to discuss their own ongoing situations be they asking for advice or announcing progress or good news.

Welcome to the Hastings Branch page!

We are an affiliate branch of the UK's leading shared parenting charity, Families Need Fathers.

We provide help, advice and support for those that are dealing with children's matters before, during and after relationship breakdown. All are welcome - be they mothers, fathers or grandparents.

There is no cost for attending our meetings although we encourage everyone to buy a drink and spend some money at the bar and if possible make a small donation to FNF. We also request visitors to consider becoming members of FNF to help our organisation to keep going in especially difficult times for all.

Upcoming Meetings & Events

Due to Covid-19, these group meetings have been suspended.

For the time being, please look at our other Sussex groups meetings organised by  Crawley & Horsham in conjunction with Brighton & Worthing.

We meet from 7:00-9:00pm on the third Tuesday of every month

Meeting Location

We meet at The White Rock Hotel in Hastings. Please check the Upcoming Events for any last-minute changes.

Contact

If you have any queries, please contact Jo on 07415 857 186 or Hastings.Meetings@fnf.org.uk. Please do not contact the venue as they will not be able to help you.

Policy

All matters are discussed in complete confidence under the Chatham House Rule.

The format of the evening once introductions have been made is to first allow newcomers to explain their circumstances and invite opinions/advice from those present who can maybe apply their own experiences and opinions.

Newcomers are not obliged to speak and are welcome to observe – we like to provide a relaxed, pressure free forum for discussion. We then throw open the floor for others to discuss their own ongoing situations be they asking for advice or announcing progress or good news.

Welcome to the Hemel Hempstead Branch page!

We are an affiliate branch of the UK's leading shared parenting charity, Families Need Fathers.

We provide help, advice and support for those that are dealing with children's matters before, during and after relationship breakdown. All are welcome - be they mothers, fathers or grandparents.

There is no cost for attending our meetings although we encourage everyone to buy a drink and spend some money at the bar and if possible make a small donation to FNF. We also request visitors to consider becoming members of FNF to help our organisation to keep going in especially difficult times for all.

Upcoming Meetings & Events

Due to Covid-19, these branch meetings have been suspended.

We meet at 7:00pm on the second Wednesday of every month

Meeting Location

We in the Parish Room of St Paul's in Solway. Please check the Upcoming Events for any last-minute changes.

Contact

If you have any queries, please contact Christian on 07415 857 186 or Keith on 01442 236 229. Alternatively, email Hemel.Meetings@fnf.org.uk. Please do not contact the venue as they will not be able to help you.

Policy

All matters are discussed in complete confidence under the Chatham House Rule.

The format of the evening once introductions have been made is to first allow newcomers to explain their circumstances and invite opinions/advice from those present who can maybe apply their own experiences and opinions.

Newcomers are not obliged to speak and are welcome to observe – we like to provide a relaxed, pressure free forum for discussion. We then throw open the floor for others to discuss their own ongoing situations be they asking for advice or announcing progress or good news.

Welcome to the Ipswich Branch page!

We are an affiliate branch of the UK's leading shared parenting charity, Families Need Fathers.

We provide help, advice and support for those that are dealing with children's matters before, during and after relationship breakdown. All are welcome - be they mothers, fathers or grandparents.

There is no cost for attending our meetings although we encourage everyone to buy a drink and spend some money at the bar and if possible make a small donation to FNF. We also request visitors to consider becoming members of FNF to help our organisation to keep going in especially difficult times for all.

Upcoming Meetings & Events

Due to Covid-19, these branch meetings have been suspended.
We meet from 6:30-8:30pm on the second Monday of every month

Meeting Location

We meet at The Dencora Business Centre in Ipswich. Please check the Upcoming Events for any last-minute changes.

Contact

If you have any queries, please contact Andrew on 07798 640 022 or Victoria on 07764 844 194. Alternatively, email Ipswich.Meetings@fnf.org.uk. Please do not contact the venue as they will not be able to help you.

Policy

All matters are discussed in complete confidence under the Chatham House Rule.

The format of the evening once introductions have been made is to first allow newcomers to explain their circumstances and invite opinions/advice from those present who can maybe apply their own experiences and opinions.

Newcomers are not obliged to speak and are welcome to observe – we like to provide a relaxed, pressure free forum for discussion. We then throw open the floor for others to discuss their own ongoing situations be they asking for advice or announcing progress or good news.

Welcome to the Liverpool-Wirral Branch page!

We are an affiliate branch of the UK's leading shared parenting charity, Families Need Fathers.

We provide help, advice and support for those that are dealing with children's matters before, during and after relationship breakdown. All are welcome - be they mothers, fathers or grandparents.

There is no cost for attending our meetings although we encourage everyone to buy a drink and spend some money at the bar and if possible make a £5 donation to FNF. We also request visitors to consider becoming members of FNF to help our organisation to keep going in especially difficult times for all.

Upcoming Meetings & Events

Due to Covid-19, these branch meetings are suspended.

We meet from 7:00-9:00pm on the first Thursday of every month

Meeting Location

We meet at The Fly in the Loaf on Hardman Street. Please check the Upcoming Events for any last-minute changes.

Contact

If you have any queries, please contact Mark on 07973 825 848 or Nick on 07590 475 613. Alternatively, email Liverpool.Meetings@fnf.org.uk. Please do not contact the venue as they will not be able to help you.

Policy 

All matters are discussed in complete confidence under the Chatham House Rule.

At the meetings, there is a general review on the previous month, then members and non-members are given their opportunity to voice personal or otherwise views & experiences. Help and advice is given when appropriate. Guest speakers are welcome. At 9pm, a number of us pop to a nearby watering hole for a relaxing and uncomplicated chat/pint.

Welcome to the Manchester Branch page!

We are an affiliate branch of the UK's leading shared parenting charity, Families Need Fathers.

We provide help, advice and support for those that are dealing with children's matters before, during and after relationship breakdown. All are welcome - be they mothers, fathers or grandparents.

There is no cost for attending our meetings although we encourage everyone to make a donation towards running costs. We also request visitors to consider becoming members of FNF to help our organisation to keep going in especially difficult times for all.

Upcoming Meetings & Events

Due to Covid-19, these branch meetings have been suspended.

Meeting Location

We have two meetings each month, we meet at 7:00pm on the first Wednesday of every month at The Friends Meeting Place on Mount Street. Please check the Upcoming Events for any last-minute changes.

And at 7:00pm the third Tuesday of every month at Suite 3 - Gibfield Enterprise Centre,1 Gibfield Park Avenue, Atherton, Manchester, M46 0SU. Please check the Upcoming Events for any last-minute changes.

Contact

If you have any queries, please contact Charles on 07845 275730 or Manchester.Meetings@fnf.org.uk. Please do not contact the venue as they will not be able to help you.

Policy 

All matters are discussed in complete confidence under the Chatham House Rule.

At meetings attendees are given the opportunity to explain their own situation and circumstances. Experienced members, and often Solicitors/Barristers who give their time for free, offer advice. The meeting tends to concentrate on the legal issues of a situation and general support and advice takes place after the meeting. If it is your first time we ask that you bring any legal paperwork that may relate to your situation.

Welcome to the Newcastle Branch page!

We are an affiliate branch of the UK's leading shared parenting charity, Families Need Fathers.

We provide help, advice and support for those that are dealing with children's matters before, during and after relationship breakdown. All are welcome - be they mothers, fathers or grandparents.

There is no cost for attending our meetings although we encourage everyone to make a £2 donation towards running costs. We also request visitors to consider becoming members of FNF to help our organisation to keep going in especially difficult times for all.

Upcoming Meetings & Events

We meet from 7:00-9:30pm on the first Tuesday of every month

Meeting Location

Please note that during the health crisis the meetings are held online.

Contact

For joining details, please contact Susan at Newcastle.Meetings@fnf.org.uk or susanr.vol@fnf.org.uk. Please do not contact the venue as they will not be able to help you.

Policy 

All matters are discussed in complete confidence under the Chatham House Rule.

At meetings, there is a general review on the previous meeting, then members and non-members alike are given their opportunity to voice personal (or otherwise) views & experiences. Help and advice is given when appropriate. At 9.30pm, a number of us pop to a nearby pub for a relaxing and uncomplicated chat / pint, in a less formal venue. Guest speakers are welcome; we have already had presentations from solicitors and Core Childrens Services, who gave time to give information, answer queries, and provide support to the group.