Autism Berkshire is pleased to announce the launch of a new monthly lunch club for autistic adults (aged 18+) who live in the West Berkshire Council area.
It will offer an opportunity for them to get together and chat over a meal, share experiences and ideas, and get advice.
The club will meet at the Newbury Toby Carvery, in London Road, and will be attended by Autism Berkshire adult autism support mentor Eleri Booth and an autistic volunteer.
The project is supported by a grant from the joint Greenham Trust and West Berkshire Council Let’s Get Mindful fund, which helps projects that enhance the mental health and wellbeing of West Berkshire residents.
Research has shown that autistic people are much more likely to be affected by loneliness and isolation than other people, and are often affected by anxiety and depression as a result, so the new club aims to address these issues.
The club, which is open to autistic adults aged 18 and above, will meet monthly on a Tuesday, between noon and 2pm, on the following dates:
- July 8
- August 5
- September 9
- October 7
- November 11
- December 9
Dates for meetings in 2026 will be announced later this year.
Please note that those attending the lunch club will have to pay for their own meal and drinks. Along with traditional carvery fare, vegetarian and vegan options are available at the restaurant.
Click here for more details of the Newbury Lunch Club.
If you have any questions, or would like to register to attend, please email us at adult.support@autismberkshire.org.uk or call 01189 594 594 (option 2) and leave a voicemail message with your contact details. One of our adult support mentors will get in touch.
Autism Berkshire CEO Jane Stanford-Beale said: “We are grateful to the Greenham Trust and West Berkshire Council for providing funding for the lunch club to help autistic adults living in the area in this new way.
“Some studies indicate that more than 70 per cent of autistic people experience mental health problems, such as anxiety and depression, during their lives.
“Social activities like the lunch club can play a vital role in improving their wellbeing and reducing the risk of them struggling with their mental health.”
