We’re more than just great coffee. Round About is a welcoming space where people come together to connect, take part, and feel part of something.
We run regular events and activities - whether you want to meet new people, learn something new, or simply feel more connected to your neighbourhood — you’ll find a warm welcome here.
As one visitor says, “I’ve found a real sense of belonging here. As I live on my own it's a good way to socialise and getting out even if I don't want to go out. I've made some good friends at the activities, and we now meet up and do other things together. I like going to activities at the café mainly to chat to other people and have a laugh, if I learn something while I'm there then it's a bonus.”
Free six-week cookery course
With dishes inspired from around the world, during this course you will learn:
How to use a wok to prepare and cook quick and easy meals, good food and hygiene practices in the kitchen and different recipes each week. Once the meal is cooked you can enjoy eating it with the new people met and new friends made on the course!
When?
Previous sessions ran 3.30-6pm on Tuesdays. Watch this space for new dates in 2026.
Where?
Round About Café.
To book on to this course net it's available, please contact Itchen College on 02380 446156 or email courses@itchen.ac.uk.
Mansbridge Melody Makers
Join SoCo Music Project for free music sessions that will help you find your voice and express yourself through music.
This is a very relaxed group singing different songs each week suggested by the group. We sing along to a backing track with words projected on to a wall. There’s time to chat and get to know each other and have a laugh too.
For ages 18 to the still young at heart, whether you're already a confident singer or are just looking to get started on your musical journey, come and join in the fun.
When?
Mondays, 6-7.30pm
Where?
Round About Café.
For more information, contact your local Community Development Officer, Cara Headon, 07769241365 or cara.headon@abri.co.uk
Junk Orchestra
SoCo Music Project are running the Junk Orchestra project at the café.
No instruments? No problem!
Join SoCo Music Project to make and play your own instruments at our Junk Orchestra. Trash can drum kits, bottle cap shakers, water bottle rainmakers, and more!
Sessions will involve making music together, as well as making musical instruments out of items that would normally be thrown away.
No DIY or music experience necessary, and no need to bring along any tools.
When?
5-6.30pm, Thursdays until the end of March.
Where?
Round About Café.
For more information, contact your local Community Development Officer, Cara Headon, 07769 241365 or cara.headon@abri.co.uk
Room Hire
Did you know you can hire the Round About Café space for events, groups and birthday parties? The space is available on weekdays after 3pm and daytime during the weekend.
Costs:
Business users - £17
Private users - £15
Community groups - £10
As the café is run not-for-profit, any monies made though the hire of the café go straight back in to supporting the community.
For all enquiries, please contact Nigel Powney, Café Supervisor, Roundabout.cafe@abri.co.uk or 023 8067 2700 between Monday to Friday 8am-2pm