About Us

Archway is a voluntary organization founded by Paul Hawgood in January 1982. We are based within the city of Oxford and work to help relieve some of the distress caused by loneliness.

We are committed to serving those hurt by loneliness irrespective of religion, culture or background. Archway's inspiration and values derive from the Christian faith.

There is also a branch of Archway in Rotherham, South Yorkshire.

We provide opportunities in Oxford and Abingdon to meet up with others. We offer a varied programme of interesting social activities. Befrienders (but only as they become available) visit those who cannot get out to our social events.

We are open to all over 18 years of age irrespective of culture, background or religion. (Our inspiration and values derive from the Christian faith).

Many get in touch with us directly. Others are referred to us by family, friends and other groups or agencies.

There are so many ways that you can help Archway: by becoming a volunteer, by fund-raising, by making a donation, by praying for our work, by making our services more widely known....

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