Bromley Experts by Experience (X by X)

19/06/2026

Join Coffee and Chat for friendly conversation in a relaxed, inclusive space. Optional activities and free refreshments available.

Sporting fever has gripped the nation with The World Cup, Wimbledon and Ascot filling our screens.

So, this Coffee and Chat has a sports theme.

Optional activities:
• Put on your favourite team’s colours
• Tabletop fun games
• Strawberries and cream in the spirit of Wimbledon

Event details:
• Date: Wednesday 1st July 2026
• Time: 11am to 1pm
• Location: Rhiannon’s Café, Bromley United Reformed Church, 20 Widmore Road, Bromley, BR1 1RY

We aim to meet all access needs so everyone can attend and fully participate in our events.
• British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation provided.
• We can offer support with transport if needed. Please request in advance.
• Venue is wheelchair accessible, with step-free access and an accessible toilet.

Please let us know about any access needs or dietary requirements before the event by contacting us:
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 0208 650 2102
• Text/WhatsApp: 07454 288762

Thank you to The Azelia Hall Charity Grants Scheme for supporting this event.

Come along and join in the conversation!

09/06/2026

Join our Bromley Accessibility Forum.

Date: Thursday 25th June 2026
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Location: Community House, South Street, Bromley, BR1 1RH

At this month's Forum:
1. Presentation from Bromley’s Public Health in the Community team giving an overview of their services, particularly health checks.
2. Share how accessible healthcare services in Bromley are for you. Your experiences will be fed back to Health Partners at their November Equity Health Meeting.
3. Discuss your experiences of accessing outside spaces, such as local parks and gardens. We are looking to create a guide and any issues will be raised with local councillors.

Free refreshments will be provided. Please let us know about any dietary requirements.

We aim to meet all access needs so everyone can attend and fully participate in our events. British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation provided. We can offer support with transport if needed and requested in advance. Venue is wheelchair accessible, with step-free access and a Disabled toilet. Please let us know in advance how we can make this event accessible for you.

Please register before the event. This helps us plan. You can still come even if you do not register. If you have any access needs or dietary requirements, you need to let us know before the event. Please give as much notice as possible.

You can register on our website https://www.xbyxbromley.org.uk/event/accessibility-forum-june26/ or contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0208 650 2102
Text/WhatsApp only: 07454 288762

04/06/2026

A huge thank you to all our incredible volunteers for your hard work and dedication.

Find out about volunteering at Bromley Experts by Experience on our website: https://www.xbyxbromley.org.uk/volunteering/ or email [email protected].

29/05/2026

Thank you to Bromley Borough Rotary.

We would like to thank Bromley Borough Rotary for their donation to support our work with Deaf and Disabled people and carers.

26/05/2026

We have submitted our response to the Timms Review.

Our May Forum was dedicated to providing a space for our members and local Deaf and Disabled people and carers to have their say on Personal Independence Payment (PIP).

We used this feedback to write our response to the Timms Review call for evidence.

If you were not able to attend our event, you can still submit your response directly to the Timms Review before 11.59pm on 28th May 2026.

Read our response and find out how to have your say on our website: https://www.xbyxbromley.org.uk/timms-review

22/05/2026

If you haven't already, please share your views and experiences of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) as part of the Timms Review.

Different formats available. Deadline 11.59pm on 28th May.

https://gov.uk/government/calls-for-evidence/timms-review-of-personal-independence-payment-call-for-evidence

The Timms Review steering group wants to hear your views and experiences of Personal Independence Payment. Submitting evidence helps us get the best outcome for Deaf and Disabled people.

Deadline: 28th May. https://www.gov.uk/government/calls-for-evidence/timms-review-of-personal-independence-payment-call-for-evidence

20/05/2026

Join us tomorrow. Details below.

Have Your Say on PIP

At our next Forum, we will be joined by Inclusion London to gather your views and experiences of Personal Independence Payment (PIP). Your feedback will be fed into the government consultation, known as the Timms Review.

Event details:
Date: Thursday 21st May 2026
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Location: Community House, South Street, Bromley, BR1 1RH

We aim to make our events as accessible as possible. The venue is wheelchair accessible, with step-free access and a Disabled toilet, BSL interpretation will be provided, and we can offer support with transport if needed (please request in advance).

Free refreshments will be provided.

Please register before the event. This helps us plan. You can still come even if you do not register. If you have any access needs or dietary requirements, you need to let us know before the event.

To register:
Visit our website: https://www.xbyxbromley.org.uk/pip
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0208 650 2102
Text/WhatsApp only: 07454 288762



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19/05/2026

Join us today. Details below.

Are you a Deaf or Disabled young person aged 16-25?

Our Youth Forum is your space to meet others, share your experiences, and have your say in shaping future services. Each session is built around what young people tell us matters. This could be health, education, employment, independent living, online safety, or anything else that affects your transition into adult life.

This event is free and open to all young Deaf and Disabled people aged 16-25. This includes people with physical disabilities, sensory impairments, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, long term health conditions and neurodivergent young people.

Event details:
Date: Tuesday 19th May 2026
Time: 4.30pm to 6pm
Location: Anerley Town Hall, Anerley Road, Anerley, SE20 8BD

We aim to make our events as accessible as possible. The venue is wheelchair accessible with a Disabled toilet, BSL interpretation will be provided, and we can offer support with transport if needed. Please let us know when registering how we can make this session accessible for you.

We will provide free food. Please let us know any dietary requirements when registering.

Registration is required: https://www.xbyxbromley.org.uk/youthforum

If you have any questions, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0208 650 2102
Text/WhatsApp only: 07454 288762

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08/05/2026

Thank you to Azelia Hall for funding our next four Coffee and Chat sessions.

Coffee and Chat is open to all Deaf and Disabled people in Bromley and neighbouring Boroughs.

These sessions are a relaxed and inclusive space to enjoy great coffee and friendly conversation.

You can join in with optional activities, or simply relax and connect with others.

We are planning dates for our next sessions. Check our events page for updates: https://www.xbyxbromley.org.uk/events.

07/05/2026

Have Your Say on PIP

At our next Forum, we will be joined by Inclusion London to gather your views and experiences of Personal Independence Payment (PIP). Your feedback will be fed into the government consultation, known as the Timms Review.

Event details:
Date: Thursday 21st May 2026
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Location: Community House, South Street, Bromley, BR1 1RH

We aim to make our events as accessible as possible. The venue is wheelchair accessible, with step-free access and a Disabled toilet, BSL interpretation will be provided, and we can offer support with transport if needed (please request in advance).

Free refreshments will be provided.

Please register before the event. This helps us plan. You can still come even if you do not register. If you have any access needs or dietary requirements, you need to let us know before the event.

To register:
Visit our website: https://www.xbyxbromley.org.uk/pip
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0208 650 2102
Text/WhatsApp only: 07454 288762



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