A LEISURE club at a retirement development in the Bradford district is opening up to the public each week as a warm space over the winter.

Anyone struggling to heat their home during the cost of living crisis, can drop into The Clubhouse at Fairmount Park, off Nab Wood Drive in Shipley, and enjoy a hot drink free of charge, courtesy of Czajka Care Group.

The ‘warm bank’ at The Clubhouse will be open up to the public every Saturday from 10am until 2pm and will provide refuge from the cold over winter for anyone who visits.

Annette Drake, from The Clubhouse, said: “We wanted to create a safe and welcoming space for people from our local community who might be struggling and just need some respite, warmth and company.

“We especially look forward to meeting any elderly members of the community, as we know there are many who live on their own, and we are encouraging them to call in and spend some time at The Clubhouse.”

The Clubhouse is a members-only fitness and leisure club which is part of Fairmount Park, a retirement home development and separate nursing home, all owned and run by Czajka Care Group.

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