Sunday Assembly NE Lincs — A Festival of Connection, Creativity & Kindness
How Eve Darwood and Pete Cullum are bringing wonder, warmth, and shared purpose to Grimsby
Sunday Assembly NE Lincs is more than a meetup—it’s a nurturing space for reflection, community, and inspiration, led by two creative-hearted champions dedicated to belonging and possibility.
How It Started & Who Leads It
Sunday Assembly is a global non-religious movement for wonder and good, founded in London in 2013, with a simple mantra: *live better, help often, wonder more It brings people together through uplifting talks, music, and fellowship.
In North East Lincolnshire, the Assembly is guided by:
Dr Eve Darwood—a Professional Ethics and Worldviews teacher, Senior Mental Health Lead, Humanist Chaplain, SACRE member, and award‑winning educator committed to helping people overcome barriers and flourish.
"Pete Cullum believes that, as people, ‘We have more in common than that which divides us.’ He connected with Eve through the local spoken word and poetry community. Their shared creative roots shape the Assembly’s inclusive and heartfelt approach."
Together, they founded Sunday Assembly NE Lincs, drawing 30–50 attendees to gather on the first Sunday of each month at The Canopy Community Hub, Grant Thorold Park, Grimsby DN32 8BX
What Happens at Sunday Assembly?
Sunday Assembly NE Lincs is designed to uplift and connect:
Uplifting Sing‑Along Music—celebratory pop songs sung together, chosen for their energy and accessibility.
Inspiring Talks—delivered by community champions or guest speakers sharing stories of hope, purpose, and local impact.
Positive Community Highlights—spotlighting everyday people doing extraordinary good in our area.
A Warm, Welcoming Atmosphere—attendees span generations, and while many are mid‑50s+, young families and couples are actively welcomed and encouraged to join.
The gathering is described as: “A non‑religious get‑together: music, talk and community… an event to celebrate life and connect to others
How Sunday Assembly Supports the Community
- Fostering Meaning Without Labels
It creates a spiritual-like sanctuary based on shared values—connection, wonder, kindness—without invoking faith or doctrine.
- Finding Inspiration in Ordinary Lives
Local champions and creative voices are invited to speak, helping attendees see their own potential for impact.
- Strengthening Intergenerational Bonds
With an open, inclusive space for conversation, song, and storytelling, connections form across age and experience.
- Uplift Through Accessibility
Held in a welcoming community venue with refreshments on offer, the Assembly is free, unbooked, and open to all
Impact: Building Togetherness, One Song at a Time
Sunday Assembly NE Lincs is weaving a fabric of unity and uplift across Grimsby by:
Reimagining gatherings where joy, meaning, and curiosity intertwine
Recognising and celebrating community positivity
Creating friendships rooted in shared values and shared stories
Demonstrating that belonging starts with openness and invitation
Eve and Pete have shown that building belonging doesn’t require a belief system—just heart, intention, and willingness to gather.
You’re Invited: Come Along and Be Part of It
When? First Sunday of every month, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where? The Canopy Community Hub, Grant Thorold Park, Durban Road, Grimsby, DN32 8BX
Expect joy, stories, song, and community that meets you where you are and welcomes you in.
