East Riding of Yorkshire Council and partner organisations will be hosting a range of activities throughout Carers Week. These events aim to engage and support carers of all ages, provide information, and create opportunities for connection.
A carer is anyone who provides unpaid support to a family member, friend or neighbour who could not manage without their help. This can include caring for someone with a disability, long-term illness, mental health condition or age-related needs.
Carers come from all walks of life. They may be adults supporting partners or parents, parents caring for children with additional needs, or young carers helping to look after a family member.
Carers Week 2026 takes place Monday, 8 to Sunday, 14 June and focuses on the theme ‘building carer friendly communities’ highlighting the importance of recognising carers and ensuring they are supported and valued in their local areas.
There will be events taking place in Beverley, Bridlington, Driffield, Goole, Haltemprice, Hornsea, Pocklington, Market Weighton, Withernsea, Stamford Bridge, South Cave, South Holderness, Ryehill, Welwick and Bubwith. For more information contact the Carers Support Service and see the council’s social media for the latest.
Support for Adult Carers
Adult carers can access help through the Carers’ Support Service, which offers free information, advice and guidance. Support is available regardless of whether the person being cared for receives services from the council.
The Carers Support Service can provide advice and support with:
- Your rights as a carer
- Carers Assessment
- Carers Services in the East Riding
- Carer related benefits
- Local, regional and national sources of carers support
- Contact details for other organisations that may be useful
To find out more about the Carers Support Service, including upcoming events, you can email ERcarers@eastriding.gov.uk or call the freephone service on 0800 917 6844 or 01482 396500.
The Carers Support Centre can be found at County Hall, Cross Street, Beverley, HU17 9BA, Monday to Thursday 9.30 am – 4.30 pm and Friday 9.30 am – 4.00 pm.
Support for Young Carers
If you are a young carer or think you, or someone you know may be a young carer (under 18), you can speak to your school or college, your GP, Early Help, or contact the young carers service directly by emailing: family.help.young.carers@eastriding.gov.uk or visiting: Young carers
Councillor Jonathan Owen, cabinet member for adults, health and care at East Riding of Yorkshire Council said: ‘’While caring roles are invaluable, they can also have a significant impact on everyday life, including work, education, physical health and emotional wellbeing. As a council, we want everyone to be aware of the vast range of help that is available and support as many carers as possible to live fulfilling lives.’’
Bridlington
East Riding Leisure Bridlington, Bridlington
- Mon 8 June – Boditrax (all day)
- Tue 9 June – Carers swimming, 1–3pm
- Wed 10 June – Boditrax (all day)
- Thu 11 June – Walk & Talk, 9.45am; Carers swimming, 1–3pm
- Fri 12 June – Virtual Dance, 11.15am–12 noon; BodyBalance, 12.15–1pm; Sprint, 12.30–1.30pm
- Sat 13 June – Carers swimming, 1–3pm
Bridlington Central Library, Bridlington
- Thu 11 June – Cuppa and Chorus, 10–11.30am
- Thu 11 June – Children’s Games Group, 4–5pm (ages 7–16)
- Sat 13 June – Lego Club, 10.30–11am (ages 4–16)
Bridlington Spa
- Thu 11 June – Backstage Tour (time TBC)
Sewerby Hall & Gardens, Bridlington
- Activities available during Carers Week
South Cliff Holiday Park & The Edge, Bridlington
- Activities available during Carers Week
Coastal Land Trains & Chalets, Bridlington
- Activities available during Carers Week
Local Nature Reserves, Bridlington Area
- Activities available during Carers Week
Driffield
East Riding Leisure Driffield, Driffield
- Mon 8 June – Carers swimming, 2–3pm
- Tue 9 June – Boditrax, 9am–12 noon
- Wed 10 June – Pickleball taster, 12–1pm
- Thu 11 June – Badminton taster, 3–4pm
- Fri 12 June – NHS Health Checks, 9am–12 noon; Walking Netball, 2–3pm
- Sat 13 June – Pickleball taster, 2–3pm
- Sun 14 June – Carers swimming, 3–4pm
Driffield Library, Driffield
- Mon 8 June – Games Group, 1.30–3.30pm; Rem Session, 2–3pm
- Thu 11 June – Walking Group, 10–10.30am
Hornsea
Hornsea Hub & Leisure Centre, Hornsea
- Mon 8 June – Boditrax (all day); Walking Netball, 11.30am–12.30pm
- Tue 9 June – NHS Health Checks (all day); Long-Term Conditions session, 1–2pm
- Wed 10 June – Walk & Talk, 10.45am; Circuits Taster, 1–1.45pm; Spinning Taster, 2–2.45pm
- Thu 11 June – Coffee & Cake; Move and Groove, 1–1.45pm
- Fri 12 June – Boditrax (all day)
- Sat 13 June – Carers Swim (subject to timetable)
- Sun 14 June – Boditrax (all day)
Hornsea Library, Hornsea
- Mon 8 June – Games Group, 11.30am–1pm
- Wed 10 June – Lego Club, 3.30–4.30pm (ages 4–16)
- North Bridlington Library
Tue 9 June – Lego Club, 3–4pm (ages 4–16)
Fri 12 June – Cuppa and Chorus, 10.30am–12 noon
