Advice, Support & Social Engagement
for the people of Hexthorpe
Our Services & Open Times
The Junction drop-in is located in The King’s Cross Church and The Crossing community hall. See below for our open times and services.
Tea & Toast Mondays 8:30-11:30am (Church foyer)
Weekly drop-in for drinks (50p) and toast (10p), chance to socialise, chat, join in activities / board games, or talk to someone if you need advice and support (we can help on a range of matters so just ask).
The Bread and Butter Thing Mondays 2-2:30pm (The Crossing)
Food provision service giving access to nutritious and affordable food taken into the heart of communities starved of money, food and resources. This low cost weekly shop provides essential produce for family eating – fresh fruit and veg, fridge favourites and cupboard staples.
Food will be given out 2pm – 2:30pm up to 80 families per week. You can sign up by texting your full name, postcode, and your collection hub ‘Doncaster Central’, to 07860 063 304.
Migrant Support Drop-in Tuesdays 10am-1pm (The Crossing)
A multi-agency weekly drop-in, creating a single point of access for migrants across Doncaster to access necessary services, information and support all in one place. (No appointment required)
CAP Life Skills Wed
As the cost of living continues to rise across the UK, this eight-week course is designed to equip people with key tools and personal development skills to help lift the pressure of low income life. Contact Andy on 07387 917335 for enquiries of our next course.
Sewing & Craft Group Thursdays 12:30 -3pm, 1:30-4pm first Thurs of month (Church hall)
Ideal for those who enjoy knitting and a good chance to socialise.
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Community Resources
Our Success
30
Years of service and experience of community support in Hexthorpe since 1994
400+
More than 400 people supported in various ways in the last 6 months
2025
New opportunities as we continue to develop the work in 2025
The Junction’s offer is inexhaustible and provides shelter in a storm for many who come through the front door.
― Local Councillor
The Junction has helped me fill in forms and documents that I couldn’t have done myself. It has helped me meet new friends and has been a great place to relax.
― Beneficiary of the Junction
The work of the Junction is currently funded by Well Doncaster Social Isolation Alliance, South Yorkshire’s Community Foundation and Benefact Trust
About Us
News
- Free NHS Health check serviceAged between 40 & 70? On Thursday 11th September we’ll be hosting a FREE HEALTH CHECK SERVICE run by the NHS. Do call them on the number below if you’re interested.
- CAP Life Skills starting 10th MarchStarting Monday 10th March 10:30am, we’ll be running the next CAP Life Skills course alongside the Tea & Toast drop-in. As the cost of living continues to rise across the UK, this eight-week course is designed to equip people with key tools and personal development skills to help lift the pressure of low income life.Continue reading “CAP Life Skills starting 10th March”
- The Bread and Butter ThingFood provision service giving access to nutritious and affordable food taken into the heart of communities starved of money, food and resources. This low cost weekly shop provides essential produce for family eating – fresh fruit and veg, fridge favourites and cupboard staples. Food will be given out 2pm – 2:30pm up to 80 familiesContinue reading “The Bread and Butter Thing”
Address
Located in The King’s Cross Church and The Crossing, Urban Road, Hexthorpe Doncaster, DN40EP
The Junction, Hexthorpe 