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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.

10/02/2026

I wasn’t able to provide before… being able to do that means the world to me.’

Working in partnership with local employers enables us to support our residents to take real steps back into employment and financial stability.

Read the full story on our website 👇

At The Carpenter’s Arms, we believe recovery does not stop at stability in addiction. It continues through opportunity, trust, and the chance to re-enter everyday life in a meaningful way. That means not giving up on residents when things get difficult and not expecting them to do it alone. Workin...

06/02/2026

We’ve received a lovely donation from John Owen and his wife!
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They generously donated kitchenware, along with an iron and ironing board. Fun fact: we go through around 240 mugs every year, so donated mugs are always especially welcome. ☕️

Thank you both for your support! 💙

03/02/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Mrs Chubb DL as Patron of The Carpenter’s Arms.

Henrietta has been a long-standing supporter of the charity and brings significant experience from her work across the voluntary and public sectors in Leicestershire.

We’re grateful for her support as we continue to develop our work supporting recovery and rehabilitation.

You can read Henrietta’s full statement here:

The Carpenter’s Arms is delighted to welcome Mrs Henrietta Chubb DL, former High Sheriff of Leicestershire, as its Patron. Henrietta has been a long-standing supporter of the charity’s work to support the rehabilitation of men struggling with addiction. She brings significant experience from pre...

29/01/2026

We’ve shared lots about Malone Meadows over the past year, but sustainability at The Carpenter’s Arms is going even further. From lower-energy washing to electric vehicles, see how we’re integrating practical, long-term sustainable practices into daily life and operations. 🌱

Read more here 👉: https://carpenters-arms.org/sustainability-at-the-carpenters-arms/

Sustainability is not our core business, but we recognise its importance, not only for the charity itself, but for the long-term impact on the wider community, including the men we support and their families. At The Carpenter’s Arms, sustainability is approached as a practical, long-term commitmen...

27/01/2026

As part of a new interview series, we’re shining a light on the people behind the scenes at The Carpenter’s Arms – the ones whose day-to-day work helps make recovery possible.

Through these conversations, we’re sharing more about the roles, values and people who keep the charity moving forward.

Meet Andy, our Referrals Manager and Development Lead, and Eve, our HR and Support Lead, as they talk about their work, their journeys, and what supporting recovery really looks like in practice.

Read the interviews here:

https://carpenters-arms.org/the-people-behind-the-work-a-conversation-with-andy/

https://carpenters-arms.org/the-people-behind-the-work-a-conversation-with-eve/

As part of a new series of interviews, we’re taking time to shine a light on the people behind the scenes at The Carpenter’s Arms and share insight into the day-to-day work that supports recovery. Through these conversations, we hope to give a deeper understanding of the roles, values and people...

20/01/2026

Over the festive period, we received a number of wonderful donations, including The Fleet Auction Group, whose generosity helped fund festive meals, hampers, gifts, and activities for our residents. 🎄

Find out how their support made a difference! 💙

It is the generosity of local businesses that makes it possible for The Carpenter’s Arms to offer the breadth of support it does. One such supporter is The Fleet Auction Group who, over the Christmas period, helped us create a truly special festive season for our residents. Thanks to their support...

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://youtu.be/QuXaZvHfXPY?si=7Qa6eEXjjwa3RtmN

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:

📩 http://eepurl.com/iv9wFI

Thank you to everyone who supported us through 2025! 💙

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

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. 💙

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.