Staying warm

Warm Spaces

Across Staffordshire organisations are opening their doors to offer people a safe, warm, space this winter.  

We will add information here about what's happening in other districts and boroughs of Staffordshire as it becomes available.

Cannock Chase

Cannock Chase District Council have published a directory of local food banks, community tables, warm hubs and community cafes in Cannock, Hednesford, Rugeley and the surrounding areas on their web pages.

East Staffordshire

East Staffordshire Borough Council is working closely with local organisations to provide Warmer Public Community Spaces in Uttoxeter and Burton this winter.

A printable version of this timetable is available to download here :
Warm Spaces in East Staffordshire PDF (3 MB)

Lichfield

Lichfield District Council have published a directory of organisations offering warm spaces in Lichfield along with an interactive map. 

Burntwood Town Council has a list of warm spaces in Burntwood, Chasetown and Chase Terrace.

Newcastle under Lyme

A network of community venues providing heated, safe and welcoming places to gather for free during the colder months – where visitors can often enjoy hot food and drink as well as some company – is being enhanced and extended following funding from Staffordshire County Council and additional financial support from Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council.

 A full directory of all warm spaces in the borough is available on the Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council website.

The enhanced service provision – available seven days a week – is in place until the end of March 2023. 

More information is available in this news article on the Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council Website.

Information about help with the cost of living is also available from Newcastle under Lyme Borough Council.

Stoke on Trent City Council are working with the community to provide warm spaces in North Staffordshire, including in Newcastle under Lyme.

Stafford

Stafford Borough Council have compiled a list of places in Stafford and surrounding villages that have joined their warm spaces initiative and the days and times people can visit.

A printable version of this timetable is available to download here:
Warm Spaces in Stafford PDF (3 MB)

Staffordshire Moorlands

Biddulph Town Council and partners are working to offer warm friendly spaces and free food and advice. They've published a timetable of warm spaces in Staffordshire Moorlands.

Tamworth

Go to Tamworth District Council's web page to find out about warm spaces in Tamworth.

A printable version of this timetable is available to download here :
Warm Spaces in Tamworth PDF (3 MB)

Seisdon

Warm spaces are available in the Seisdon area at the venues in the table below

A printable version of this timetable is available to download here :
Warm Spaces in Seisdon PDF (3 MB)

Get a warm welcome in Staffordshire libraries 

If you're visiting some of our libraries, you'll be offered a free hot drink this winter. All of our libraries are warm, free and accessible spaces. There’s always a friendly face at your local library and now with the offer of a free drink, there’s even more reason to visit. Find out more about what libraries are offering on our Support in your community page.

Keep your home warm and energy efficient

A warm home is important for health. However, financial concerns about the cost of heating homes may be worrying you.

There is a lot of independent energy advice and financial help available both locally and nationally.

 If you haven’t already got a central heating system in your home, then you might be able to get one installed at no cost from the Staffordshire Warmer Homes initiative.

If you would like to apply or find out more about the scheme you can see the website or phone 0333 202 4481.

Check whether you can get help with heating costs

If you are a UK resident living at home and are 65 or older, you should be getting your winter fuel payment. You could get between £100 and £300 to help you pay your heating bills. This is known as a winter fuel payment. You usually do not need to claim Winter Fuel Payment. You should get it automatically if you’re eligible.

You might also be eligible for a cold weather payment if the weather stays below freezing for 7 or more days. Like the winter fuel payment, you should get it automatically if you are eligible.

There are also a lot of organisations who can provide independent energy advice about keeping warm and available grants. 

Be Warm. Be Safe.

When you're trying to cut back on your energy bills, it's important not to cut fire safety.  Check out the top tips from Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service to make sure you stay warm safely this winter. 

Go to Be Safe. Be Warm.