Wakefield & District Society for Deaf People

Wakefield & District Society for Deaf People Supporting Deaf and Hard of Hearing People across the Wakefield District We provide equipment to enable independence, improve well-being and reduce risk.

Wakefield Deaf Society is a specialised service concerned with the needs of deaf and hearing impaired people throughout the Wakefield Metropolitan District. We provide support with mail translation, booking interpreters, making telephone calls and other low level issues you may need support with.

Get a head start on April by getting our event dates in your diary! ๐Ÿ“†Questions? Get in touch:๐Ÿ“จ activities@wakefielddeaf....
25/03/2026

Get a head start on April by getting our event dates in your diary! ๐Ÿ“†

Questions? Get in touch:
๐Ÿ“จ activities@wakefielddeaf.org.uk
๐Ÿ“ฑ 07599 905 769

Want to improve gynaecology services? ๐Ÿ‘‡We invite women and non-binary people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind...
23/03/2026

Want to improve gynaecology services? ๐Ÿ‘‡

We invite women and non-binary people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind to share their feedback on what works, what doesn't, and what could be improved.

Led by a deaf NHS professional.

Time: 6:30pm
Date: Wednesday 15th April
Where: Wakefield Deaf Society, 7 South Parade, Wakefield, WF1 1LR.
๐Ÿš— Council car parks are free after 6pm.

For more information email Alexandra: alexandrabroderick@nhs.net (BSL videos welcome).

Celebrate Sign Language Week by taking your learning even further! ๐Ÿ‘‰Join us for our British Sign Language Level 1 course...
21/03/2026

Celebrate Sign Language Week by taking your learning even further!

๐Ÿ‘‰Join us for our British Sign Language Level 1 course starting September 1st 2026.

32 weeks of teaching plus assessment weeks. Evening classes taking place at St Swithun's Community Centre, Eastmoor.

For full details or to register your interest contact us on:
๐Ÿ“ง enquiries@wakefielddeaf.org.uk
๐Ÿ“ฑ01924 375958 / 07760 482 372

Celebrate Sign Language Week by learning some basics! Learn some common drink signs โ˜•๐Ÿฅ›Find even more topics on our websi...
20/03/2026

Celebrate Sign Language Week by learning some basics!
Learn some common drink signs โ˜•๐Ÿฅ›

Find even more topics on our website: https://www.wakefielddeaf.org.uk/british-sign-language-basics/

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Celebrate Sign Language Week by learning some basics! Discover the signs for your favourite foods ๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ˜‹Find even more topic...
19/03/2026

Celebrate Sign Language Week by learning some basics!
Discover the signs for your favourite foods ๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ˜‹

Find even more topics on our website: https://www.wakefielddeaf.org.uk/british-sign-language-basics/

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Come for a coffee and a chat at Tilly's Kitchen next weekโ˜•The fourth Thursday of every month! Hope to see you there ๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿ“† ...
19/03/2026

Come for a coffee and a chat at Tilly's Kitchen next weekโ˜•

The fourth Thursday of every month! Hope to see you there ๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ‘‡

๐Ÿ“† Thursday March 26th
โฐ 2pm
๐Ÿ“Œ Tilly's Kitchen @ Junction 32, Tomahawk Trail, Glasshoughton, Castleford, WF10 4FR

Questions? Get in touch:
๐Ÿ“จ activities@wakefielddeaf.org.uk
๐Ÿ“ฑ 07599 905 769

Celebrate Sign Language Week by learning some basics! Explore different things you find out on the street๏ธ ๐Ÿšฆ๐ŸŒ‡Find even m...
18/03/2026

Celebrate Sign Language Week by learning some basics!
Explore different things you find out on the street๏ธ ๐Ÿšฆ๐ŸŒ‡

Find even more topics on our website: https://www.wakefielddeaf.org.uk/british-sign-language-basics/

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

We had loads of fun at mini golf last week and celebrated lots of hole-in-ones! โ›ณ๐Ÿ‘ Thank you to everyone who joined us f...
18/03/2026

We had loads of fun at mini golf last week and celebrated lots of hole-in-ones! โ›ณ๐Ÿ‘ Thank you to everyone who joined us for games and pizza.

Our next event is our Easter Celebration on Monday 30th March ๐Ÿ‡
Book your place now: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/t/QN36GE/

Celebrate Sign Language Week by learning some basics! Starting with the weather ๐ŸŒžโ„๏ธFind even more topics on our website:...
17/03/2026

Celebrate Sign Language Week by learning some basics!
Starting with the weather ๐ŸŒžโ„๏ธ

Find even more topics on our website: https://www.wakefielddeaf.org.uk/british-sign-language-basics/

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

We're already half way through our March events!There's still time to join us for lots of fun, including our under 18's ...
16/03/2026

We're already half way through our March events!

There's still time to join us for lots of fun, including our under 18's Easter Party ๐Ÿ‡ Keep an eye on our posts for all the information.

Questions? Get in touch:
๐Ÿ“ง activities@wakefielddeaf.org.uk
๐Ÿ“ฑ 07599 905 769

Join our under 18s Easter Celebration for some egg-cellent Easter fun this Easter holidays! ๐Ÿ‡An afternoon of Easter them...
12/03/2026

Join our under 18s Easter Celebration for some egg-cellent Easter fun this Easter holidays! ๐Ÿ‡
An afternoon of Easter themed crafts, games, and snacks.

๐Ÿ‘‰Book now: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/t/QN36GE/

๐Ÿ“† Monday 30th March
โฑ๏ธ 2pm - 4pm
๐Ÿ“ Wakefield & District Society for Deaf People, 7 South Parade, Wakefield WF1 1LR

Questions? Get in touch:
๐Ÿ“ง activities@wakefielddeaf.org.uk
๐Ÿ“ฑ 07599 905 769

Lots of lovely conversations at our walk yesterday, and even a bit of sunshine ๐ŸŒžThank you to everyone who came and brave...
12/03/2026

Lots of lovely conversations at our walk yesterday, and even a bit of sunshine ๐ŸŒžThank you to everyone who came and braved the wind!

Join us next time ๐Ÿ‘‡

๐Ÿ“† Wednesday April 8th
โฑ๏ธ Walk begins at 1:30pm (meet from 1:15pm)
๐Ÿ“ Meet: Thornes Park carpark, outside Leisure Centre.
Deaf, Hard of Hearing, CODA, all ages welcome ๐Ÿ˜Š

Questions? Get in touch:
๐Ÿ“ง activities@wakefielddeaf.org.uk
๐Ÿ“ฑ 07599 905 769

Address

7 South Parade
Wakefield
WF11LR

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 12pm
Tuesday 9am - 12pm
Wednesday 9am - 12pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+441924375958

Website

https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/GPADBQ/

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Wakefield Deaf Society is concerned with the well-being of Deaf, Deaf-blind and hearing impaired people throughout the Wakefield Metropolitan District. We provide equipment to enable independence, improve well-being and reduce risk.

We provide support with mail translation, booking interpreters, making telephone calls and other low level issues you may need support with. Social & Sports Club Opening Times: Saturday from 7:00 pm every month Bingo Nights (eyes down at 7:45 pm.) +50 Club (Darby & Joan) Every Thursday, enjoys fun and games and organised day trips throughout the year.

ICAN workshops please check our page for updates

User group provides direct input to service delivery and developments within public and statutory services and provides representation at various health and social care consultations