About this Event
From Friday 27 March 2026:
Come along to these free bi-monthly Digital Drop-In sessions hosted by the Kensington & Chelsea Over 50s Forum and available to all Forum's non-members as well.
Friendly volunteers can support you with everyday digital tasks such as:
- Using smartphones and tablets
- Sending emails and browsing the Internet
- Accessing online services and websites
- Learning the basics of using a computer
Library laptops are available, and you are welcome to bring your own device.
About Kensington & Chelsea Over 50s Forum
The Kensington and Chelsea Over 50s Forum supports older adults aged 50+ across Kensington and Chelsea. We help those approaching later life who may face digital exclusion, and barriers to accessing local services.
We provide information and advice through newsletters and guidance on health, housing, and care; run digital skills projects like "Bridging the Digital Divide" to teach essential online tools; deliver events and talks on health, wellbeing, and community issues; and offer volunteer-led support to build confidence and connections. We also advocate for older people’s voices, influencing local services and policy.
Our work matters because over 23,000 local residents aged 65+ are at risk of loneliness and health inequality. As a Queen’s Award-winning charity, we help thousands annually to stay connected, improve wellbeing, and live independently, making later life richer, more active, and more informed.
Our activities
The Kensington and Chelsea Over 50s Forum meets its objectives by delivering a wide range of services and activities that address the needs of older adults in our community:
- Information & Advice: We produce regular newsletters, guides, and resources to keep older residents informed about local services, health, housing, benefits, and community opportunities.
- Digital Inclusion Projects: We run initiatives such as "Bridging the Digital Divide" to equip older people with essential digital skills, enabling access to healthcare, social contact, and online services.
- Events & Educational Talks: We host health seminars, wellbeing workshops, and social activities, creating opportunities for learning, connection, and participation.
- Advocacy & Representation: We engage with local authorities, NHS bodies, and service providers to ensure older people's voices influence decision-making.
- Volunteer Engagement: We recruit and train volunteers to provide peer support, share expertise, and deliver community-led solutions.
Through these efforts, we reduce isolation, promote independence, and improve the quality of life for older residents, ensuring they remain active, informed, and connected.
For more information or to contact us, please check our website:
https://www.kensingtonandchelseaforum.org.uk/about
Brompton Library is a medium size public library within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea located on 210 Old Brompton Road, SW5 0BS.
It is a 10-minute walk from Earl’s Court tube station, the library has wheelchair access, and a stair lift to the first-floor meeting room which is also available for private hire at a competitive rate.
For more information:
https://www.rbkc.gov.uk/libraries/room-bookings
To enquire about fees discounts, please contact [email protected]
Very popular with children due to its proximity to several primary schools, Brompton library provides:
- Regular events for children of all ages such as Baby Rhyme Time, Crafty Creations, Chatterbooks, a children’s own book club;
- Events for adults such as Digital Help, English for Speakers of Other Languages classes, book clubs;
- Events in collaboration with AgeUk: Italian for Beginners, Philosophy Class and Creative Writing.
- A well-stocked book collection for all ages and reading ability.
- Brompton Library has 10 pcs available to use for one hour for free for members. Joining is easy please click here:
https://www.rbkc.gov.uk/libraries-0/information-and-enquiries/join-library
Other services available:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free scanning
- Competitive printing and photocopying rates
- Brompton Library is one of the bases for K+C Co-works which offers comfortable and affordable co-working space for freelancers, remote workers, and businesses.
For more information:
https://www.rbkc.gov.uk/libraries-0/libraries-and-room-hire/kc-co-works
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Brompton Library, 210 Old Brompton Road, London, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00
