Aldgate Connect BID Presents: REFRESH

Join us for Refresh, a FREE programme of events, workshops and tours, designed to support your mental and physical wellbeing.

As we step into 2026, we’ll explore reflection, relaxation, and opportunities to develop and refresh your skills.

Launching on Blue Monday, and running from 19th January to 6th February, Refresh sets the tone for a calm and positive year ahead.

See our full Refresh programme below, and head to our main Refresh page to find out more:

Workshops:

• Mental Wellbeing Lunch: ‘The Six Pillars of Resilience’
  Monday 19th January | 12:00-2:00pm | Florattica, Canopy by Hilton
• Herbal Remedies Workshop: Keeping Warm and Well
  Tuesday 20th January| 12:30-1:30pm | The Gate Aparthotel
• Mental Health First Aid Training
  Friday 23rd & 30th January | 9:00am-5:00pm | East End Homes
• Succulent Terrariums Workshop
  Friday 30th  January | 12:30-1:30pm | SENZO City
• Aromatherapy for Stress & Relaxation Workshop
  Tuesday 3rd February | 12:30-1:30pm | In Aldgate
• Supporting Parents in the Workplace Lunch
  Wednesday 4th February | 12:00-2:00pm | dion St Paul’s

Outdoor Events:

• Walking Tours: Winter Wellbeing in Aldgate
  Friday 23rd January & Tuesday 27th January | 12:20-1:30pm | Outside Citizen M Hotel
• Cycle Safety Pop-Up
  Thursday 29th January| 8:00-10:00am | Aldgate Square

Webinar Series:

The webinar series can be accessed through signing up to our FREE Aldgate Training Hub:

• Overcoming Social Anxiety
  Thursday 22nd January | 2:00-2:20pm | Online
• Understanding how to Manage and Prevent Burnout
  Tuesday 27th January | 8:00-9:00am | Online
• Boost Your Personal Resilience
  Tuesday 27th January | 12:30-1:30pm | Online
• Overcoming Uncertainty
  Wednesday 28th January | 8:00-9:00am | Online
• Men’s Minds – Mental Health Podcast
  Monday 2nd February | 11:00am-12:00pm | Online
• Seated Office Yoga for Stress Reduction
  Tuesday 3rd February |10:00-10:20am | Online
• An Introduction to Mindfulness
  Wednesday 4th February | 11:00am-12:00pm | Online
• Guided Meditation – The Art of Happiness
  Thursday 5th February | 2:30-2:50pm | Online
• Understanding and Overcoming Stress, Fear and Anxiety
  Friday 6th February | 11:00am-12:00pm | Online

Join us for Refresh, as we set the tone for a calm and positive year ahead.