Waterloo Community Association
&
Waterloo Community Centre
Where Our Community Connects!
Waterloo Community Association (WCA) was established in 2006 by a group of Waterloo residents who wanted to develop a hub of activity and support in the Waterloo and Seaforth area. It is a registered charity and company limited by guarantee.
WCA acquired the old St Thomas church hall which was formerly one of the first schools in the area opened in 1842. Following its acquisition, the building was entrusted to WCA and became The Waterloo Community Centre. The building is listed and situated in a designated heritage area with Old Christ Church to the rear, Waterloo Town Hall opposite and various other historic places of interest close by.
The Mersey coastline is within a five minute walk featuring the Waterloo gardens, Waterloo & Crosby coastal park and marina area, lakeside, beach and sand dunes.
The community is centre benefits from being a mere two minute walk from Waterloo Rail station on the Merseyrail northern line and bus terminus on South Road. There is also ample parking on Great Georges Road and a small car park for approx 3/4 vehicles.
Trustees and staff
Gill Cowley Chairperson
Paulette Lappin Secertary
Margaret Kerbey Treasurer
Elly Smith Trustee
Laura Kennedy Trustee
Paul Cummins. Trustee
Jane Eccleston Community Centre Manager
Patrick Eccleston Premises and Site Supervisor
Our logo was painted by Paulette Lappin using watercolours when the centre was officially opened in 2006.
Waterloo Community Centre is at the heart of the Waterloo residential community, close to schools, workplaces, and a busy shopping area.
Essentially, the community centre is for everyone living and working in the area and beyond. It is a multi-purpose, spacious, safe and secure environment for all ages, needs and requirements.
Any person or any group of people can hire the centre rooms and spaces and use it for activities either long term or for a one off event.
All hire fees fund the upkeep of the centre, enable free or donation only activities and our weekly community meal. WCA employs two staff members to manage, develop and maintain the centre, projects and premises .
Waterloo Community Association Projects
Welcome Hub & Community Meal
Every Friday from 11am until 2pm, a Warm Welcome Hub is available to our diverse community. Enjoy a free freshly prepared and cooked meal in a warm environment. Meet people, make friends, stay connected. A donation box is available to help us keep this going, especially for those that really benefit from it.
N.B Last food order at 1.15pm
Tour de Friends Cycle Club
Whether you enjoy a slow scenic local cycle ride or a competitive speedy time trial sprint , TdF provides a variety of opportunities to get on yer bike! Cycling promotes wellness and is fun at any age.
'Old School Art Club'
Community Choir
'Monday Melodies'
The building was once a school and is commonly referred to as 'the old school building' therefore we decided to name our art club after the building! Here, we do old school art; paints, paper, canvas, board, pens, pencils, pastels and rarely get told off if mistakes are made!!
Our new Choir is on Monday afternoons. Anyone can join in! All welcome 12.45 - 2.15pm.
Contact Us
Reach out to us for further information or to learn more about our projects and activities.
