COMMUNITY
Our Community Vision
At The Lions’ Den, we’re building a home for community, connection, and everyday wellbeing.
We believe that when people gather in spaces built on care, generosity, and joy, communities become stronger, kinder, and more resilient.
When someone needs support, there’s a place and a community they can turn to: The Lions' Den.
WE FOSTER COMMUNITY & CONNECTION BY:
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Hosting safe, welcoming spaces, classes, and workshops that support mental and physical health.
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Offering affordable access to wellness experiences and community events.
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Partnering with local practitioners and organisations who share our values.
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Supporting inclusive, community-led projects through initiatives like OutThere CIC.
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Through these efforts, we’re nurturing a local culture of health, creativity, and belonging — one that’s grounded in real people, real experiences, and real benefits.
THE LIONS' DEN VALUES
COMMUNITY
We believe in the power of people coming together. We build relationships, nurture trust, and celebrate each other’s wins, big or small.
INCLUSIVITY
Wellbeing is for everyone. We aim to remove barriers, whether financial, physical, or emotional so everyone can take part and feel they belong.
NATURE
We find inspiration and healing in the natural world. From cold water to fresh air and green spaces, nature is at the heart of everything we do.
GENEROSITY
We lead with kindness and give back whenever we can; through time, knowledge, opportunities, and the warmth of community.
OUR COMMUNITY INITIATIVES
Our work goes beyond our saunas and cafés. Together with our community, we’re building an ecosystem of wellbeing and connection across Norwich:
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OutThere Norwich Meet-Ups: Free monthly gatherings that get people moving, connecting, and outdoors.
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Feel Good Norfolk Hub Days & Retreats: Immersive days of rest, learning, and reconnection.
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Community Leaders Network: a growing network of local wellbeing practitioners who support each other and the wider community.
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Monthly Socials & Events: From workshops to walks, affordable sauna sessions to paddleboarding to socials, we’re creating opportunities for people to meet, learn, and grow.
Through these programmes, we aim to make wellbeing a part of daily life, not a luxury.
OUTTHERE CIC
OutThere began as a community initiative started by The Lions’ Den and is now becoming an independent Community Interest Company (CIC), with The Lions’ Den as its main partner and funder.
OutThere exists to make wellbeing more accessible and inclusive for people across our local communities. It creates opportunities for movement, social connection, and personal growth through outdoor activities, social gatherings, and community-led projects that connect people with each other and with nature.
By reducing barriers such as cost, confidence, or isolation, OutThere helps people lead healthier, happier, and more connected lives.
JOIN OUR COMMUNITY
Whether you’re a local resident, a wellbeing practitioner, or someone looking to feel more connected, you’re welcome at The Lions' Den.
Come for a sauna, a coffee, a class, or a conversation and be part of something that’s good for you and good for Norwich.
