Everyday life · England
Doing things you enjoy
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This guide is for people in England.
Your interests and friendships matter.
Think about activities you enjoy.
You might want music, art, sport or time outdoors.
Think about people you want to spend time with.
You might want to meet new people too.
Ask about local groups and activities.
A library, council or community worker may help.
You can ask to try an activity.
Ask what support is available.
Check transport, toilets and access before you go.
Ask about costs and any equipment you need.
Tell people how you communicate.
You can show what you enjoy in different ways.
You can say or show that you want to stop.
People should listen to you.
Think about whether you want to go again.
You can choose something different.
What you can do next
Ask about an activity you would like to try.
Check what will help you take part.
Explore local activities Web pageThis link opens another website.
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More useful links
- Activity Alliance: getting active Web page
Inclusive activity information and an Easy Read resource.
- Sense: find activities near you Web page
Check location, availability and the support offered.
- Find a Changing Places toilet Web page
Check suitable facilities before visiting a venue.
These links open other websites.
They may use harder words.
Hobbies, friendships and community life
Find enjoyable activities and arrange the support that makes taking part possible.
Children, adults, families and supporters · England
Begin with your interests
You might enjoy music, art, sport, nature, faith activities, games or spending time with friends. Explore ordinary local groups as well as specialist activities. A meaningful choice needs real opportunities to try things. Ask about a short visit or taster session, and decide what you would like to know before joining.
Find local opportunities
Libraries, community centres, councils and local organisations can help identify activities. Activity Alliance links to inclusive sport opportunities and Active Partnerships in England. Sense offers activities for people with complex disabilities in some areas. Check current availability, age groups, booking arrangements and charges. A listing describes an opportunity, not a promise that every access need is already met.
Ask about practical access
Discuss transport, entrances, toilets, seating, sensory conditions and communication. Explain whether personal care or a trained supporter is needed. Ask what the organiser provides and what needs arranging separately. Confirm any essential equipment and costs in advance. For active sessions, follow individual clinical advice where needed and ask how activities can be adapted.
Include people with profound and multiple learning disabilities
Taking part can mean sharing music, exploring textures, enjoying a place or connecting with familiar people. Offer suitable experiences without requiring speech or independent movement. Give time, use familiar communication and notice enjoyment, discomfort or refusal. Record what happened before deciding what a response means. Supporters should help the person participate, rather than choosing every activity for them.
Get help to make participation possible
Ask your GP practice or local service about a social prescribing link worker. They can help connect people with community support that matters to them. If disability-related care needs prevent participation, discuss them in a council care assessment or review. Community signposting does not replace an assessment of care needs, and does not itself fund support hours or activities.
Build relationships and review
Ask whether you enjoyed the activity and want to return. Discuss ways to keep in touch with people you choose, respecting privacy and consent. It is fine to take a break or choose something different. Agree who will organise the next step and check whether transport, support and cost arrangements remain workable.
Words you could use
“I would like to try this activity. Please explain the access arrangements and what support could help me take part.”
More useful links
- Activity Alliance: getting active Web page
Inclusive activity information and an Easy Read resource.
- Sense: find activities near you Web page
Check location, availability and the support offered.
- Find a Changing Places toilet Web page
Check suitable facilities before visiting a venue.
These links open other websites.
They may use harder words.
Where the information comes from
Links checked 27 October 2026.
These links open other websites.
They may use harder words.
- Activity Alliance: starting inclusive activity Web page
Finding inclusive sport and local Active Partnerships.
- Sense: activities and support in your area Web page
Examples of arts, social and movement activities for complex disabilities.
- Sense: services and funding Web page
Different community and support offers and funding routes.
- NHS England: social prescribing questions Web page
Link workers and person-led connections with community groups.
- Care and support statutory guidance Web page
Relationships and community participation in care assessment and planning.