Find a Club to join or volunteer at near you

Select your local area below to find details of Sporting Memories sessions near you. Our community-based sessions are gradually returning in line with Government guidance, and we offer online Clubs every day of the week.

Our groups offer companionship to those who love sport. Our members may be living with dementia or low mood, or simply welcome the encouragement to join a session, have fun and enjoy the company of other sports fans in a supportive environment – be that in person or online.

You will find contact details on the Club pages, and we have answered some FAQs about our Clubs. We are also able to guide you through getting online.

We hope to see you soon!

BBC Radio Lancashire Award

Chorley FC and Leyland Sporting Memories Clubs were Highly Commended in this year's BBC Radio Lancashire 'Make a Difference' Awards.
Online, Thursday 14 October 2021

We are delighted to bring to you our 2021 Conference. Reserve your free place today.
Your host: Alastair Hignell CBE

We are delighted to announce that Alastair Hignell CBE, Sporting Memories Patron (not to mention England rugby international, county cricketer, BBC broadcaster and award-winning author), will be returning this year to host our 2021 Conference.
Glenrothes Community Sports and Health Hub, Sporting Memories Club

Glenrothes Community Sports and Health Hub. Every Thursday, 10am to 12 noon.

What we do

We are Sporting Memories. For 10 years we have been using the power of remembering and talking about sport – along with physical exercise – to tackle dementia, depression and loneliness. We are dedicated to bringing together older fans, former players, family members.
Supporting Former Footballers Living With Dementia

Steve Elliott celebrated his 60th birthday in September. A former professional footballer, Steve started his career at Nottingham Forest after signing apprentice forms with Brian Clough and later signed professional forms at the age of 18.
Digital Sporting Pink

How to register for the digital version of our Sporting Pink publication.
The Sporting Memories KITbag

The Sporting Memories KITbag provides a gentle, practical way to encourage and aid activity at home. It is available for both individuals and organisations to purchase.
Replay Sporting Memories

See or listen to memories, radio recordings, videos and photographs from sports fans, family members, players and writers. A unique collection of over 2000 sporting memories. You can also contribute your own.
The Sporting Memories Foundation Scotland SCIO

Our Charity in Scotland.
Football, Dementia and Me.

Alan Shearer's groundbreaking BBC One documentary explored the possible links between football and dementia, we look back on the progress made and continue our campaign to support former players.
Online Sporting Memories Clubs

There are online Sporting Memories sessions every day of the week, in Wales, Scotland and England. Join in or volunteer. Find the session that works for you!
The Sporting Memories Foundation - England & Wales

Sporting Memories Foundation (Registered Charity Number 1154474) is the World's first charity dedicated to Sports Reminiscence & Physical Activities.
Blazing a volunteering trail

Intergenerational volunteering: "Volunteering with the team has enhanced my confidence and communication skills. Knowing I am able to bring generations together to have a laugh is an amazing feeling."