We’ve partnered with SpacetoCo to bring you a simpler, smarter and more flexible way to book our spaces Read more
Support the Dorothy Parkes Centre — just by doing your everyday online shopping. Read more
After a hugely successful launch, we’re excited to announce that our Grow, Cook and Connect Corporate Away Day Package is open for bookings — and spaces are expected to fill quickly. Read more
We’re delighted to share that the Dorothy Parkes Centre is now part of the Giving Lottery — a fun, simple and rewarding way to support your local community while being in with a chance to win fantastic prizes. Read more
Providing a safe place of welcome and opportunity for the local and wider community
We’ve partnered with SpacetoCo to bring you a simpler, smarter and more flexible way to book our spaces
Bringing the community together for connection, support and conversation.
Trade Centre ambassador Mike Doyle visited the Centre to celebrate the first anniversary of Dottie’s Community Fridge and support its impact in the local community.
Visits to the Centre each week
Community Groups / Projects at the Centre each week
Years the Dorothy Parkes Centre has been serving the community
Local volunteers, Greenpeace and Smethwick Old Church team up for a successful litter pick and community event Read more
Helping local people, reducing waste, building confidence, and bringing the community together. Read more
The cafe will be held on the first Monday of each month, 10am-11:30am, launching on Monday 1st June 2026. Read more
Come and join us for some fun and laughter. Saturday 11th July @ 10am - 2pm. Read more
Tickets on sale now for our Summer Fayre Raffle. £1 per strip - all proceeds going to The Dorothy Parkes Centre and Smethwick Old Church. Draw will take place at 1.30pm during the fayre. Read more
Join our free ‘Together We Grow’ workshop to learn composting, seed sowing, plant care, and explore our community allotment plot. Read more