Welcome to Centrepoint
a volunteer-run English-speaking community in the heart of Basel where people connect, join activities, and make friends
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Join the Wednesday Coffee-Morning of Centrepoint
Every third Wednesday of the month, including 20 May, Wendy hosts this friendly get-together where new and prospective members can learn what Centrepoint is all about. Current members are welcome too!
Talks & workshops
(How) Switzerland Works
Join Jakob Mettler for this premiere performance of (How) Switzerland Works.
Centrepoint news
Pétanque on 20 May
Join the Centrepoint Pétanque group that plays at the Place de la Pétanque. Participants can bring food and drinks, if they wish. Centrepoint provides the balls.
Talks & workshops
Sunday Walkers. A nature reserve and an English landscape garden
From Arlesheim Dorf we will follow a less familiar path along the Birs towards Dornach that takes in the whole of the Reinacher Heide, one of the most cherished nature reserves in Baselland.
Centrepoint news
Introducing Photo Editor Marcela Montes
Marcela is from Argentina and has a background as an art professor, designer, and marketing professional.
Volunteer vacancy
Trips Coordinator
We are looking for a volunteer to manage Centrepoint’s year-round programme of trips.
What our members say
“Finding Centrepoint was a turning point for me after leaving Ukraine. The supportive community here has helped me feel connected and at home in Switzerland.”
Viktoriya from Ukraine
"I enjoy teaching beginners’ bridge at Centrepoint because it blends problem-solving, fast feedback, and intuitive pattern-spotting into a game played with people, not just against them. Watching newcomers discover the pleasure of playing bridge — and even give me new insights — is genuinely rewarding."
Sev from Russia
“I really enjoy volunteering on the Front Desk, as the variety of tasks makes every shift engaging and helps me feel connected to the Centrepoint community. Volunteering with the Italian Conversation Group is also rewarding as it gives me pleasure to share my language and help others develop their skills."
Francesca from Italy
"Volunteering at Centrepoint gives me the chance to organise fun events like minigolf, summer meet-ups, and visits to interesting places. I also enjoy being part of the Photography Club, where we share our passion, meet new people, and work together to make the group a success."
Marcel from Switzerland
“I have found a truly welcoming, international community at Centrepoint. Participating in its diverse activities has strengthened my spoken English and given me a supportive space where I feel I belong.”
Sissi from Switzerland
“I’ve discovered Basel in new ways and learned about many different subjects through Centrepoint’s talks and trips. It’s also been rewarding to contribute by hosting a French discussion group.”
Jean-Christian from Canada
“I enjoy volunteering at the Welcome Desk during weekly Coffee Mornings, where I can greet members and offer new members and visitors a friendly introduction. It’s rewarding to help people settle into the Centrepoint community.”
Steffen from the Netherlands