We welcome room bookings for campaign workshops, band practices, meetings, fundraiser gigs or other events. See Sumac Centre booking info.
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During Forest Fields Social Club events under 18s must be accompanied by an adult who remains responsible for them whilst on Sumac premises. At other times children under 16 are welcome when accompanied by a responsible adult.
Calendar of Events
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3 events,
Spycops – Undercover Policing Inquiry
We willĀ continue to follow theĀ 'Undercover Policing Inquiry' throughout its proceedings. You can follow too, via the links below. SinceĀ 1968 police targeted a wide range of social justice and human rights campaigns. Rights were violated and lives destroyed. In 2003 these secret political police infiltrated a group of idealistic young environmental activists in […]
4 events,
Spycops – Undercover Policing Inquiry
We willĀ continue to follow theĀ 'Undercover Policing Inquiry' throughout its proceedings. You can follow too, via the links below. SinceĀ 1968 police targeted a wide range of social justice and human rights campaigns. Rights were violated and lives destroyed. In 2003 these secret political police infiltrated a group of idealistic young environmental activists in […]
Sumac Open Mic – First Friday monthly
Sumac Open Mic – First Friday monthly
Open mic returns to the the Sumac on a monthly basis (firstĀ Friday of the month). All welcome from beginners to pros.
3 events,
Spycops – Undercover Policing Inquiry
We willĀ continue to follow theĀ 'Undercover Policing Inquiry' throughout its proceedings. You can follow too, via the links below. SinceĀ 1968 police targeted a wide range of social justice and human rights campaigns. Rights were violated and lives destroyed. In 2003 these secret political police infiltrated a group of idealistic young environmental activists in […]
5 events,
Spycops – Undercover Policing Inquiry
We willĀ continue to follow theĀ 'Undercover Policing Inquiry' throughout its proceedings. You can follow too, via the links below. SinceĀ 1968 police targeted a wide range of social justice and human rights campaigns. Rights were violated and lives destroyed. In 2003 these secret political police infiltrated a group of idealistic young environmental activists in […]
Sumac Sunday Brunch
Sumac Sunday Brunch
Sunday Brunch continues at the Sumac Centre, for just Ā£5 including Zapatista Coffee, teas and soft drinks.. Join us for Sunday Brunch in Sumac'sĀ Garden Cafe or in the Social Club space. There may be Veggies Sosages, rashers, potato cakes, organic Suma baked beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, scrambled tofu and toast. Pop in every Sunday from […]
Community Food Hub
Community Food Hub
We redistribute fresh foods from Foodprint and Sanatan Food Bank, saving their surplus veg from going straight to landfill. Pop in during our open times on Wednesdays and Sundays, or at other times on our events diary. For more information see the detailed Community Food Hub post by Veggies.
3 events,
Spycops – Undercover Policing Inquiry
We willĀ continue to follow theĀ 'Undercover Policing Inquiry' throughout its proceedings. You can follow too, via the links below. SinceĀ 1968 police targeted a wide range of social justice and human rights campaigns. Rights were violated and lives destroyed. In 2003 these secret political police infiltrated a group of idealistic young environmental activists in […]
4 events,
Spycops – Undercover Policing Inquiry
We willĀ continue to follow theĀ 'Undercover Policing Inquiry' throughout its proceedings. You can follow too, via the links below. SinceĀ 1968 police targeted a wide range of social justice and human rights campaigns. Rights were violated and lives destroyed. In 2003 these secret political police infiltrated a group of idealistic young environmental activists in […]
Notts Dining Coop
Notts Dining Coop
😋👩🍳🍽 NOTTS DINING CO-OP IS HERE Notts Dining Co-op is a food project providing free/cheap communal meals to the Nottingham community. We'll be running events at the Sumac Centre on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays monthly, which will include a hot meal, time to spend with friends or to meet new people, and an opportunity to […]
6 events,
Spycops – Undercover Policing Inquiry
We willĀ continue to follow theĀ 'Undercover Policing Inquiry' throughout its proceedings. You can follow too, via the links below. SinceĀ 1968 police targeted a wide range of social justice and human rights campaigns. Rights were violated and lives destroyed. In 2003 these secret political police infiltrated a group of idealistic young environmental activists in […]
Wedsnesday Pop-up Warm Space
Wedsnesday Pop-up Warm Space
Pop-up Cafe : every Wednesday Join us atĀ Sumac Centre warm space for hot drinks, free wifi and possible snacks. Also community food hub for wholefoods, zero waste supplies & free food redistribution, radical book stall, #RainbowCentre Archives, games library, toy box, informal meeting space with zoom & #SumacScreenRoom facilities. Every Wednesday 11am ā 4pm at […]
Community Food Hub
Community Food Hub
We redistribute fresh foods from Foodprint and Sanatan Food Bank, saving their surplus veg from going straight to landfill. Pop in during our open times on Wednesdays and Sundays, or at other times on our events diary. For more information see the detailed Community Food Hub post by Veggies.
Nottingham Animal Rights Meeting
Nottingham Animal Rights Meeting
This is a meeting for people who are involved or interested in animal rights activism.
3 events,
Spycops – Undercover Policing Inquiry
We willĀ continue to follow theĀ 'Undercover Policing Inquiry' throughout its proceedings. You can follow too, via the links below. SinceĀ 1968 police targeted a wide range of social justice and human rights campaigns. Rights were violated and lives destroyed. In 2003 these secret political police infiltrated a group of idealistic young environmental activists in […]
4 events,
Spycops – Undercover Policing Inquiry
We willĀ continue to follow theĀ 'Undercover Policing Inquiry' throughout its proceedings. You can follow too, via the links below. SinceĀ 1968 police targeted a wide range of social justice and human rights campaigns. Rights were violated and lives destroyed. In 2003 these secret political police infiltrated a group of idealistic young environmental activists in […]
Games Night at Forest Fields Social Club
Games Night at Forest Fields Social Club
Game Night at Sumac on 2nd and last Fridays of each month, with bar, 7-10pm. also now on 3rd Sundays monthly, during Sunday brunch & Forest Fields Social Club
3 events,
Spycops – Undercover Policing Inquiry
We willĀ continue to follow theĀ 'Undercover Policing Inquiry' throughout its proceedings. You can follow too, via the links below. SinceĀ 1968 police targeted a wide range of social justice and human rights campaigns. Rights were violated and lives destroyed. In 2003 these secret political police infiltrated a group of idealistic young environmental activists in […]
5 events,
Spycops – Undercover Policing Inquiry
We willĀ continue to follow theĀ 'Undercover Policing Inquiry' throughout its proceedings. You can follow too, via the links below. SinceĀ 1968 police targeted a wide range of social justice and human rights campaigns. Rights were violated and lives destroyed. In 2003 these secret political police infiltrated a group of idealistic young environmental activists in […]
Sumac Sunday Brunch
Sumac Sunday Brunch
Sunday Brunch continues at the Sumac Centre, for just Ā£5 including Zapatista Coffee, teas and soft drinks.. Join us for Sunday Brunch in Sumac'sĀ Garden Cafe or in the Social Club space. There may be Veggies Sosages, rashers, potato cakes, organic Suma baked beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, scrambled tofu and toast. Pop in every Sunday from […]
Community Food Hub
Community Food Hub
We redistribute fresh foods from Foodprint and Sanatan Food Bank, saving their surplus veg from going straight to landfill. Pop in during our open times on Wednesdays and Sundays, or at other times on our events diary. For more information see the detailed Community Food Hub post by Veggies.
3 events,
Community Food Hub
Community Food Hub
We redistribute fresh foods from Foodprint and Sanatan Food Bank, saving their surplus veg from going straight to landfill. Pop in during our open times on Wednesdays and Sundays, or at other times on our events diary. For more information see the detailed Community Food Hub post by Veggies.
Wedsnesday Pop-up Warm Space
Wedsnesday Pop-up Warm Space
Pop-up Cafe : every Wednesday Join us atĀ Sumac Centre warm space for hot drinks, free wifi and possible snacks. Also community food hub for wholefoods, zero waste supplies & free food redistribution, radical book stall, #RainbowCentre Archives, games library, toy box, informal meeting space with zoom & #SumacScreenRoom facilities. Every Wednesday 11am ā 4pm at […]
Green Festival Planning Meeting
Green Festival Planning Meeting
Planning meetings continue for Nottingham Green Festival, a sustainable-themed festival, organised by a volunteer cooperative planning group. TheĀ Green Festival wil be held at Nottingham Arboretum on Sunday 13th September 2026 and your support is most welcome. Join us at the Sumac Centre, or get in touch for details to join the online via zoom. […]
1 event,
Sumac Meeting
Sumac Meeting
The Sumac Centre is an independent community and social centre in Nottingham, home to projects including the Forest Fields Social Club, People's Kitchen, Veggies Catering Campaign, Nottingham Green Festival, a community food hub and more. Sumac provides resources, meeting spaces and facilities for groups and individuals campaigning for human rights, animal rights, the environment, peace, […]
1 event,
Sumac Sisterhood
Sumac Sisterhood
A welcoming, safe and friendly place for activities from arts & crafts to discussion groups. Third Friday Monthly. Details from sumacsisterhood@gmail.com
1 event,
Blossom’s Big Sing – For Folk Against Fascism & We Shall Overcome
Blossom’s Big Sing – For Folk Against Fascism & We Shall Overcome
Let's learn again to sing together and brighten up the long dark evenings! In these difficult times, getting together to sing can be a radical act of sustenance for our souls. Come along with your voices and join Blossom for an evening of chorus songs. All are welcome to lead in song - any style […]
3 events,
Sumac Sunday Brunch
Sumac Sunday Brunch
Sunday Brunch continues at the Sumac Centre, for just Ā£5 including Zapatista Coffee, teas and soft drinks.. Join us for Sunday Brunch in Sumac'sĀ Garden Cafe or in the Social Club space. There may be Veggies Sosages, rashers, potato cakes, organic Suma baked beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, scrambled tofu and toast. Pop in every Sunday from […]
Community Food Hub
Community Food Hub
We redistribute fresh foods from Foodprint and Sanatan Food Bank, saving their surplus veg from going straight to landfill. Pop in during our open times on Wednesdays and Sundays, or at other times on our events diary. For more information see the detailed Community Food Hub post by Veggies.
Games Brunch, 3rd Sundays monthly
Games Brunch, 3rd Sundays monthly
Game Night isĀ also now on 3rd Sundays afternoons monthly, during Sunday brunch & Forest Fields Social Club
0 events,
1 event,
Notts Dining Coop
Notts Dining Coop
😋👩🍳🍽 NOTTS DINING CO-OP IS HERE Notts Dining Co-op is a food project providing free/cheap communal meals to the Nottingham community. We'll be running events at the Sumac Centre on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays monthly, which will include a hot meal, time to spend with friends or to meet new people, and an opportunity to […]
2 events,
Community Food Hub
Community Food Hub
We redistribute fresh foods from Foodprint and Sanatan Food Bank, saving their surplus veg from going straight to landfill. Pop in during our open times on Wednesdays and Sundays, or at other times on our events diary. For more information see the detailed Community Food Hub post by Veggies.
Wedsnesday Pop-up Warm Space
Wedsnesday Pop-up Warm Space
Pop-up Cafe : every Wednesday Join us atĀ Sumac Centre warm space for hot drinks, free wifi and possible snacks. Also community food hub for wholefoods, zero waste supplies & free food redistribution, radical book stall, #RainbowCentre Archives, games library, toy box, informal meeting space with zoom & #SumacScreenRoom facilities. Every Wednesday 11am ā 4pm at […]
0 events,
1 event,
Games Night at Forest Fields Social Club
Games Night at Forest Fields Social Club
Game Night at Sumac on 2nd and 4th Friday of each month, with bar, 7pm -10pm.
1 event,
Brinsley Animal Rescue Fundraiser – January 24th 2026
Brinsley Animal Rescue Fundraiser – January 24th 2026
Another regular 'Peoples Kitchen' fundraiser for Brinsley Animal Rescue, at the Sumac Centre. The animals suffering does not end, which means we do not stop our community fundraising meals So come along, eat homemade delicious vegan food for a fiver, homemade cake for an additional cost. Join in with the raffle, drink vegan drinks from […]
2 events,
Community Food Hub
Community Food Hub
We redistribute fresh foods from Foodprint and Sanatan Food Bank, saving their surplus veg from going straight to landfill. Pop in during our open times on Wednesdays and Sundays, or at other times on our events diary. For more information see the detailed Community Food Hub post by Veggies.
Sumac Sunday Brunch
Sumac Sunday Brunch
Sunday Brunch continues at the Sumac Centre, for just Ā£5 including Zapatista Coffee, teas and soft drinks.. Join us for Sunday Brunch in Sumac'sĀ Garden Cafe or in the Social Club space. There may be Veggies Sosages, rashers, potato cakes, organic Suma baked beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, scrambled tofu and toast. Pop in every Sunday from […]
0 events,
0 events,
2 events,
Wedsnesday Pop-up Warm Space
Wedsnesday Pop-up Warm Space
Pop-up Cafe : every Wednesday Join us atĀ Sumac Centre warm space for hot drinks, free wifi and possible snacks. Also community food hub for wholefoods, zero waste supplies & free food redistribution, radical book stall, #RainbowCentre Archives, games library, toy box, informal meeting space with zoom & #SumacScreenRoom facilities. Every Wednesday 11am ā 4pm at […]
Community Food Hub
Community Food Hub
We redistribute fresh foods from Foodprint and Sanatan Food Bank, saving their surplus veg from going straight to landfill. Pop in during our open times on Wednesdays and Sundays, or at other times on our events diary. For more information see the detailed Community Food Hub post by Veggies.
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
Sumac exists to provides resources and a meeting space for groups and individuals working to promote social justice, environmental awareness, peace, and animal rights.
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