Celebrating two years of our community hub in Hamworthy

Community Blanket Session at Saturday Open House at The Power House Hub

L-R: Jacqui Hagans, Sonata Marcinkeviciene, Rachael Frosdick, Heather Borg-Fowley, Tracy Jones, Alix Rusling (TPH Project Manager and Co-Founder), Pauline Atkinson. Photo Credit: John Hagans 

The Power House is celebrating the second anniversary of its community hub and is inviting more people to get involved.   

We have spent the last two years building a warm and friendly space in Hamworthy, where people can get creative, meet others and feel more connected. 

We run activities throughout the week, including creative sessions, gardening, volunteering opportunities and relaxed spaces to chat and connect. 

Alongside the hub, the Power House also runs the Cornerstone Patch which is a community garden where people of all ages can help grow vegetables and flowers, learn new skills and enjoy spending time outdoors together. 

Next year marks another big milestone, as The Power House celebrates ten years of supporting the Hamworthy community. 

The charity began with local residents who saw a need for more support, connection and creative opportunities in the area. Since then, it has grown into a trusted local charity supporting people of all ages. 

Alix Rusling, one of the founders and Project Manager at The Power House, said:

“Celebrating two years of the hub feels really special. When we opened the doors, our hope was to create a place where people feel welcome, supported and part of something positive. 

"Every week, we see friendships form, confidence grow and people trying something new and taking positive steps for their wellbeing. 

"We’re incredibly proud of what has been achieved so far and excited about what comes next for The Power House and Hamworthy.” 

The Power House has been supported by local funders and organisations including Dorset Community Foundation, National Lottery Community Fund, Asda Foundation, BCP Council and Co-op Local Community Fund. 

Dorset Community Foundation Chair Tom Flood CBE said:

“The Power House makes such a difference to its community and we’ve been pleased to support its work, particularly through the hub, which is such a warm, welcoming space for people to connect, build their confidence and even develop new skills.” 

People are encouraged to visit, get involved or find out what’s on at 170 Blandford Road, Hamworthy, Poole, BH15 4BH.