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The Carpenter's Arms

Accommodation providing addiction related support primarily for those challenged with homelessness This programme ranges from 2 weeks to 3 months long.

The programme -

Phase 1: We have 18 bedrooms across 2 sites for new arrivals, commonly referred to as Phase 1. Here residents can settle in, reduce from methadone, subutex, chlordiazapoxide or a range of other prescribed medications to aid with substance withdrawal. Here residents are expected to work with staff to detox and prepare for Phase 2 should the resident successfully complete Phase 1. Phase 2: This part of the programme focuses on the pastoral issues surrounding the addictive lifestyle, including looking at the back to work mentality. During this time residents will be encouraged to reconcile with family, visits facilitated and progress made on core issues by one of our support workers. Phase 3: For those who have successfully completed a residential addiction recovery centre, ours or a similar programme in the UK, we offer great accommodation in and around the Loughborough area. These houses have a member of staff living in and space for up to 4 residents. During this time the resident will be encouraged back to work, but realistically the timetable is their own. A regular review takes place every three months to determine the progress a resident is making in Phase 3 and, along with their key worker, new long term objectives are set. Help is never far away though as the live in staff member assists with daily challenges including work place issues and life skills. Re-offenders: Due to our close working relationship with the police and probation, and in no small part to the further education courses that some residents enrol on, we have found particular success with re-offenders. For those coming out of prison, our centre provides a stable platform for reintegration whilst addressing recovery from addiction. This programme includes move on houses with voluntary work available. Perks: We have found that part of successful rehabilitation is a healthy body as well as a healthy mind. We have a gym at Phase 2, a 5 a side football team, a scuba diving club and volunteering opportunities that include gardening within the community. This is a great chance to invest in the local community. After a busy day, catch up with other residents in the hot tub onsite or over a game of pool or table tennis. Street-2-life: This is a fantastic opportunity for willing residents to sow back into a younger generation by visiting schools and running workshops on substance abuse. This includes working with local youth groups. Family feel: Our largest centre has 29 bedrooms so there is always a sense of knowing who you live with and who you’re going through the programme with. We recognise that a support network is a necessary tool and so we will also work with clients to help reconcile family relationships. We believe that Christianity provides a firm foundation and ethos to operate under. No-one is excluded from applying for a place on our programme. Although we are based in Leicestershire, we are able to accommodate referrals nationwide. Application forms and House Rules can be downloaded from our website.

08/01/2026

We’ve just shared our 2025 recap video in this morning’s newsletter - a look back at the moments and milestones that shaped last year, and we’d love for you to watch along here:

👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuXaZvHfXPY&lc=UgygK37cRWn4B9mZqZx4AaABAg

Our newsletter subscribers always get to see updates, stories, and videos like this first. If you’d like to be part of that, you can sign up here:

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Thank you to everyone who supported us through 2025! 💙

19/12/2025

Earlier this month, we were honoured to be Holy Trinity’s chosen charity at their annual Christmas Tree Festival in Barrow-Upon-Soar.

Alongside our tree, we invited visitors to write postcards filled with messages for our residents. Those cards have now made their way back home, and the smiles say it all.

Thank you again to Holy Trinity for the opportunity, and to everyone who took the time to write such thoughtful messages. 💙🎄

16/12/2025

Did you know that every time you shop online you can help raise funds for The Carpenter's Arms - and that it doesn't cost you a penny?!

Watch our quick video to see how to sign up to easyfundraising.org.uk and select us as your chosen charity.

It takes just a few minutes to set up, then you shop as normal.
Sign up here👉: https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk

09/12/2025

Thank you to Owl Homes Ltd for their generous donation of a desk and display unit from one of their show homes.

The display unit has found a new home in one of our communal resident spaces, and it looks fantastic, with the desk already being put to good use by a member of our team.

We are truly grateful for your support! 💙

02/12/2025

Our 2025 Christmas Appeal is now open, and we’d love your support. If you’d like to donate, you can drop items off at either location:

📍 Loughborough (Phase 1)
Wharncliffe Road, Loughborough, LE11 1SL

📍 Six Hills (Phase 2)
Six Hills, Fosse Way, Melton Mowbray, LE14 3PD

If there’s other ways you’d like to be involved, feel free to send us a DM! 📩

Thank you for helping us bring a little extra warmth to our residents this Christmas. 🎄💙

28/11/2025

It was a pleasure to be part of Holy Trinity’s annual Christmas Tree Festival as the chosen charity for this year’s donations 🎄✨

Judith, our Chair of Trustees, had the opportunity to share more about the work we do at The Carpenter’s Arms, and we’re grateful to have been included in such a welcoming community event. If you’re in the area, the trees will be on display until 30th November — do stop by for a look. 💙

26/11/2025

This week, some of our team spent the day volunteering with Toys on the Table, a brilliant local charity making sure children in need across Leicester and Leicestershire wake up to a gift on Christmas morning.

They provide new toys and gifts to around 4,000 children each year, ensuring that those who might otherwise go without still experience a bit of magic at Christmas. 🎄

A huge thank you to Toys on the Table for the incredible work they do year after year. We loved being part of it. 💙

21/11/2025

Doing most of your Christmas shopping online? 🎄🛍️
This Black Friday, you can help raise funds for The Carpenter’s Arms at no extra cost to you.

Just shop through EasyFundraising and a donation will be made on your behalf. 💙

👉 https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/the-carpenters-arms/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=pmc&utm_content=fb-2

18/11/2025

Earlier this year, we shared Luke’s story as he began rebuilding his life through The Carpenter’s Arms. We’re now delighted to share an update on how far he’s come since then.

From restoring family relationships to studying for a future in social care, and even graduating this year, Luke continues to make incredible progress.💙

Read the full update here:

Earlier this year, we shared Luke’s Story: Building a Better Future on our website, where he spoke honestly about reaching breaking point and finding hope again through The Carpenter’s Arms. His ongoing journey is also featured in our latest pamphlet and we wanted to share his update with you he...

11/11/2025

This Remembrance Sunday, our team were honoured to pay tribute to those who served and sacrificed for our country.

Judith and Ian represented The Carpenter’s Arms at the Loughborough parade, Garry and Richard, one of our Phase 2 residents who served with the Welsh Guards, attended the Melton Mowbray parade, Steve took part in the Kegworth service, and James attended the service in Barrow Upon Soar.

Remembrance holds a special place for many across The Carpenter’s Arms, with both staff and residents having personal connections to the Armed Forces. It was a privilege for all to lay wreaths on behalf of The Carpenter’s Arms.

Lest We Forget 💙

07/11/2025

Do you remember our Phase 1 garden transformation at Wharncliffe Road?

Thanks to the amazing support from Hilton East Midlands Airport, Hilton Nottingham, and Johnson Astills, the garden has been completely revitalised and now it’s officially finished!

Using the materials kindly left with us by Hilton, our brilliant maintenance worker Neal has been hard at work behind the scenes, cleaning, sanding, and revarnishing the decking to bring the project to completion. The result is a welcoming outdoor space for our residents to enjoy. 💙

A huge thankyou once again to everyone who took part in the Volunteer Day and helped make this possible!

Address

Wharncliffe Road
Loughborough
LE111SL

Telephone

+441509767550

Website

http://www.carpenters-arms.org/

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The programme: Phase 1: We have a twelve bedroom house for Phase 1. Here residents are expected to prepare themselves for Phase 2. This programme usually ranges from 2 weeks to 3 months long. Phase 2: This part of the programme focuses on the pastoral issues surrounding lifestyle, including looking at the back to work mentality. During this time residents will be encouraged to reconcile with family, visits facilitated and progress made on core issues by one of our certified counsellors. Phase 3: For those who have successfully completed the Phase 2 programme, ours or a similar programme in the UK, we offer great accommodation in and around the Loughborough area. These houses have a member of staff living in to provide low level support for up to 4 residents. During this time the resident will be encouraged back to work, but realistically their timetable is their own. A regular review takes place every three months to determine the progress a resident is making in Phase 3 and, along with their key worker, new long term objectives are set. Help is never far away though as the live in staff member assists with daily challenges including work place issues and life skills. Re-offenders: Due to our close working relationship with the police and probation, and in no small part to the further education courses that some residents enrol on, we have found particular success with re-offenders. For those coming out of prison, our centre provides a stable platform for reintegration whilst addressing lifestyle issues. This programme includes move on houses with voluntary work available. Perks: We have found that part of successful rehabilitation is a healthy body as well as a healthy mind. We have a sports programme that uses the local gym 3 times a week and volunteering opportunities that include gardening within the community. This is a great chance to invest in the local community. After a busy day, catch up with other residents in the hot tub onsite or over a game of pool, table tennis or table football. Family feel: Our largest centre has 29 bedrooms so there is always a sense of knowing who you live with and who you’re going through the programme with. We recognise that a support network is a necessary tool and so we will also work with clients to help reconcile family relationships. We believe that Christianity provides a firm foundation and ethos to operate under. Referrals: We take a variety of referrals and no-one is excluded from applying for a place on our programme. Although we are based in Leicestershire, we are able to accommodate referrals nationwide. Application forms and House Rules can be downloaded from our website.