The Carpenter's Arms

The Carpenter's Arms 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.

We recently welcomed the The Hepatitis C Trust to deliver training for both staff and residents, helping build stronger ...
18/03/2026

We recently welcomed the The Hepatitis C Trust to deliver training for both staff and residents, helping build stronger links between services and raising awareness around testing, treatment and support.

A special mention to Menaz Khan, who many will recognise as a former resident and staff member. It’s incredible to see that his journey has come full circle, now working alongside the Hep C Trust, supporting others, and helping break down stigma.

A big thank you to Naz and Ray for such an informative session 👏

Thanks to the support of Johnson Astills, accredited therapy training has been delivered at The Carpenter’s Arms, giving...
11/03/2026

Thanks to the support of Johnson Astills, accredited therapy training has been delivered at The Carpenter’s Arms, giving our Support Team even more tools to help residents work through the challenges that come with addiction.

During their visit to our Six Hills property, the team also joined us to plant 15 fruit trees at Malone Meadows 🌳. The trees were donated by Johnson Astills’s and supplied by Sulney Nursery in Melton Mowbray, who also kindly donated a honeysuckle climber to help attract insects and support local wildlife 🐝

📖 Read more:
https://carpenters-arms.org/johnson-astills-funds-accredited-therapy-training-to-help-fight-addiction-at-the-carpenters-arms/

🎥 Watch the tree planting reel:
https://youtube.com/shorts/HBLMQWse3Ik

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07/03/2026

As our services continue to grow, we are currently looking to lease additional properties in Loughborough and the wider Charnwood area to support people on their recovery journey.

Safe, stable accommodation plays a vital role in helping individuals rebuild their lives, and we would love to hear from landlords or property owners who may be able to partner with us. We are ideally looking for 4–6 bedroom properties, although larger properties (8–12 bedrooms) with appropriate licensing may also be suitable.

Beyond helping to make a social impact, leasing to The Carpenter’s Arms provides the certainty of secure income and high standards of property maintenance.

If you feel you may be able to help, or would simply like to explore whether your property could be suitable, please contact:

Scott Wheatley, Chief Operating Officer
📞 07729 462906
📧 scottwheatley@carpenters-arms.org

We’re incredibly grateful to Johnson Astills for funding accredited therapy training for the team at The Carpenter’s Arm...
03/03/2026

We’re incredibly grateful to Johnson Astills for funding accredited therapy training for the team at The Carpenter’s Arms as part of their sponsorship of our charity this year 🙌

Support Team workers Sarah Davies and Kate Huggon, Eve Carson (HR and Support Lead), Benjamin Howard and Kate George have each completed specialist training in areas including CBT, DBT and Solution-Focused Therapy.

For our residents, this means more informed, personalised one-to-one support, and a team that’s even better equipped to walk alongside them through recovery.

Thank you, Johnson Astills, for making this possible. 💙

Photo Caption L-R: Sarah Davies, Kate Huggon, Jenny Jackson (Trainee Solicitor, Johnson Astills), Jasmine Lees (Solicitor, Johnson Astills), Eve Carson, Benjamin Howard.

We’re absolutely delighted to share that we’ve won the Commitment to People Development Award at East Midlands Chamber’s...
26/02/2026

We’re absolutely delighted to share that we’ve won the Commitment to People Development Award at East Midlands Chamber’s Leicestershire Business Awards! 🏆

Taking home this award is an incredible honour, and we’re so proud of the team and everyone who supports our work.

Congratulations to the winners in the other categories too. It’s amazing to be recognised once again alongside so many inspiring organisations.

The team have arrived at King Power Stadium for East Midlands Chamber's Leicestershire Business Awards, with special gue...
26/02/2026

The team have arrived at King Power Stadium for East Midlands Chamber's Leicestershire Business Awards, with special guest, The Mayor of Charnwood, Councillor David Northage 🏆

We’re up for awards in three categories tonight - Collaboration of the Year, Commitment to People Development and Green Business of the Year. Wishing all the finalists the very best of luck… we can’t wait to hear the results!

Employment plays a crucial role in sustainable recovery, and through partnerships with training providers like Training...
17/02/2026

Employment plays a crucial role in sustainable recovery, and through partnerships with training providers like Training (East Midlands), our residents are supported to identify, explore, and pursue meaningful career opportunities.

Here’s what Rob, one of our residents, had to say:

‘I walked into The Carpenter’s Arms consumed by addiction. I’m a qualified legal accountant, but here they’ve given me opportunities to gain further qualifications in employability, health and social care, and through Access Training.

This has helped me manage stress in life situations and develop positive thinking, among other things. Kat (Lead Employability Trainer at Access Training) is a helpful and patient teacher, giving everyone equal opportunity to improve their education while being on the programme.

I would recommend these courses, and The Carpenter’s Arms as a whole, to anyone wanting to recover from addiction.’

14/02/2026

Valentine’s Day can be tough. For many of our residents, it’s a reminder of the impact addiction has had on the people they care about.

But it’s also a reminder of hope.

We asked some of our residents to share how addiction affected their relationships, and how recovery is helping to restore them. 💙

I wasn’t able to provide before… being able to do that means the world to me.’Working in partnership with local employer...
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...

We’ve received a lovely donation from John Owen and his wife! ...
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! 💙

We’re delighted to welcome Mrs Chubb DL as Patron of The Carpenter’s Arms.Henrietta has been a long-standing supporter ...
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...

We’ve shared lots about Malone Meadows over the past year, but sustainability at The Carpenter’s Arms is going even furt...
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...

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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.