The Gatehouse Community Centre
Doesn't provide shelter
Provides guidance
Doesn't provide new skill learning
Accepts time
Accepts things
Accepts money
Contact Details
OX2 6HT
Service Type
Day service
Operating Hours
5-7pm Mon - Fri, 4-6pm Sun
Eligibility & Referral
Drop in
Service Description
The Gatehouse community drop in centre offers a wide range of free support services for adults aged 18+ who are homeless, vulnerably housed, on low income and/or looking for company and community. The Gatehouse is a local independent charity that supports people using a non-judgemental and open access approach.
You can access their services if you need immediate provision—food, practical provision, referrals to other services, ongoing support to address life's barriers/challenges, to support wellbeing and mental health or/and if you are isolated and want a sense of community. The Gatehouse is largely volunteer led which offers a diverse community for everyone to be able to identify with someone at the project.
Key functions & activities offered
The Gatehouse café offers:
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A range of hot and cold food and drink six evenings a week.
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Guest-led therapeutic and development workshops on varying nights of the week.
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Computer access during opening hours (above) Wednesday - Friday.
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The clothes donation store is available for guests during opening hours on Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays (emergencies only from Wednesday to Friday).
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The Shower Project is open on Sundays from 2.30-6pm (5 slots), Mondays 3.30-7pm (5 slots), and Tuesdays 2-3.15pm (2 slots). Guests can book a space during cafe opening hours or by sending an email to info@oxfordgatehouse.org
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Casework (one to one support on a range of emotional and practical needs) operates every week day and you can book this support during cafe opening hours or email hannah@oxfordgatehouse.org
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A one to one counselling service to support people's wellbeing and mental health is also available for Guests. Ask one of the café team/casework team to refer you.
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Outside of the community centre hours the Gatehouse also offers: