The building was refurbished in September 2023, with redecoration and a new kitchen now in place. Most recently the garden has been cleared by volunteers from York St. John's Ground Team along with York Cares.
We are now looking for volunteers to help us with the community garden.
For many years, the building was managed by Chapelfields Community Association and was a hive of activity.
Between 2018 and 2023, City of York council managed the building and supported local initiatives to take place including a weekly community hub, food bank and bingo sessions run by Chapelfields Community Association, an after school youth group run by Gateway Church and an office base for Accessible Arts Media.
In 2023, Sanderson House entered a new phase aimed at opening new opportunities with the local community.
It continues to be the venue for Chapelfields Community Association’s Thursday community hub and food banks, the City of York Council Housing drop in session, Gateway Church Youth Group and Accessible Arts Media.
Find out more about what’s happening at Sanderson House and the things you can get involved with by visiting the What’s On pages.