We continues coordinating the centre. All classes and activities are going as normal.
For over 40 years, the Pagoda Centre has been a place where Chinese-speaking communities can connect through culture, build confidence, and access practical support—especially when language barriers, digital exclusion, or discrimination make everyday life harder.
Successful stories and impact
Covid-19 pop-up / vaccination hub
During the pandemic, we supported a temporary vaccination hub and provided healthcare access and translation support to 2,500+ people, including international students and non-English speakers. We also shared essential resources to reduce misinformation and barriers to support.
Scam support and advocacy
When 30+ families were targeted by scams—losing nearly £150,000—we supported people who struggled to seek help due to language barriers. We provided translation, advocacy and practical guidance so people could navigate complex processes and pursue recovery routes.
Hate crime support
As hate incidents affecting East and Southeast Asian communities increased during Covid-19, we supported victims with practical and emotional help and worked with partners to advocate for fair outcomes.
What we offer
Community support drop-in
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday — 10:00 to 15:00
Health and wellbeing sessions
Karaoke and table tennis
Tuesday — 13:00 to 15:00
Thursday — 13:00 to 15:00
Tai Chi
Monday 19:00 to 21:00 (Advanced)
Tuesday 10:00 to 12:00
Wednesday 18:00 to 19:30 (Intermediate)
Wednesday 19:30 to 21:00 (Beginner)
Thursday 10:00 to 12:00 (Beginner)
Chinese dance (Adults)
Thursday 13:30 to 15:30
Instrument Classes
Guzheng: (Adults) Wednesday 13:00 to 14:00, Sunday 11:00 – 12:00 (Children) Saturday 15:30 to 17:30
Erhu class: (Adult) Wednesday 16:00 to 17:00
Monthly advice and community surgeries
Councillor surgery
4th Thursday of the month — 13:00
Police surgery
3rd Wednesday of the month — 14:00
Benefits surgery
1st Thursday of the month — 09:30 to 12:30
3rd Wednesday of the month — 09:30 to 16:30
Legal Surgery
2nd Thursday of the month – 10:00 – 12:30
Courses
Bilingual food hygiene certificate (Level 2), Personal alcohol licence.
We provide certified translation, interpreting and practical support for documents, certificates and appointments. Small charges apply for immigration-related support, passport renewals and driving licence form filling.
Contact
If you are interested in any services, or would like to ask about other support, please call Pagoda on 0151 233 8833, email: info@pagodaarts.org.uk
