Category: Community

Volunteer ‘Thank You’ Event – 16th September 2022

Uttlesford Community Action Network and Volunteer Uttlesford have pleasure in inviting Uttlesford volunteers to a ‘thank you’ afternoon tea event at Foakes Hall, Great Dunmow on Friday 16th September 2022

Uttlesford Community Action Network and Volunteer Uttlesford have pleasure in inviting Uttlesford volunteers to a ‘thank you’ afternoon tea event at Foakes Hall, Great Dunmow on Friday 16th September 2022

Over the past two plus years, Uttlesford residents have gone above and beyond when it comes to supporting not only our community, but also those people arriving into the district from the Ukraine and other warn-torn countries.

It’s impossible to overstate the huge impact this kindness and generosity has had, but in a small way we would like to say thank you to all volunteers who have given their time, energy and enthusiasm to make life better.

When: Friday 16th September 2pm – 4pm

Where: Foakes Hall, 47 Stortford Road, Great Dunmow.

If you would like to join us for this special occasion, please email info@cvsu.org.uk to confirm the number of guests who will be attending.

We do hope you can join us for this unique event.

Fundraising Quiz Night for Macmillan Cancer Support

The Saffron Walden Fundraising Committee for Macmillan Cancer Support are hosting a quiz night in October to raise much needed funds to support the work of this fantastic charity.

Sign up for a great night out in aid of a fantastic cause!

The Saffron Walden Fundraising Committee for Macmillan Cancer Support are hosting a quiz night in October to raise much needed funds to support the work of this fantastic charity.

When: Friday 28th October 2022 7pm for 7.30 pm start

Where: Great Chesterford Community Centre, Newmarket Road, Great Chesterford. CB10 1NS

Fish and chip supper available. Pre-order and pay on the night. Bring your own drinks.

£10 per person. Teams of up to eight people.

To reserve a table for your team please email macmillansaffronwalden@outlook.com

For more info please call 07711 87507

Share your experiences of mental health services in Essex

Have you or someone you care for been supported by any NHS or voluntary mental health services in Essex within the last five years?

Have you or someone you care for been supported by any NHS or voluntary mental health services in Essex within the last five years?

A five-year, all-age mental health strategy is being developed for Essex. The strategy must prioritise the needs of service users, their carers and supporters in order to improve mental health services in this area. You can share your views in this short anonymous survey 

https://healthwatchessex.org.uk/2022/08/share-your-experiences-of-mental-health-services-in-essex

Energy Rebate Exceptional Hardship Fund

Residents who qualified under the Council Tax Rebate scheme or the discretionary scheme will have already received their £150 payment or been contacted on how to claim it. What help is there for those that weren’t eligible?

Residents who qualified under the Council Tax Rebate scheme or the discretionary scheme will have already received their £150 payment or been contacted on how to claim it. What help is there for those that weren’t eligible?

If you did not qualify for either and are struggling to pay your bills, you may be eligible for the Energy Rebate Exceptional Hardship Scheme.

To qualify you must:

• Be your sole or main residence

• Be the person liable for paying Council Tax at the property

• Have not already received an energy rebate on this or any other property

• The property must have been listed between bands E-H in the Council Tax valuation list in the Uttlesford area on the 1st April 2022

You have until 31 October 2022 to apply for the scheme.

To find our whether you are eligible, visit our website: www.uttlesford.gov.uk/energyrebate-ehf

Essex Police Beat Surgery – coming to Dunmow 25th August 2022

The next Essex Police Beat Surgery will be held at the Uttesford Community Hub, Stortford Road, Great Dunmow on Thursday 25th August 2022 starting at 10.00 a.m.

The next Essex Police Beat Surgery will be held at the Uttesford Community Hub, Stortford Road, Great Dunmow on Thursday 25th August 2022 starting at 10.00 a.m.

These drop in sessions are an opportunity for residents to speak with the local community policing team about any concerns they may have or to stop by for a chat and any crime prevention advice.

Please feel free to stop by, everyone is welcome, no appointment is necessary.

Fancy some easy seated exercise to music?

A new regular activity session is starting in Hatfield Heath Village Hall on Friday mornings

A new regular activity session is starting in Hatfield Heath Village Hall on Friday mornings

Easy Seated Exercise is a fun way to help prevent falls, keep fit, gain strength, balance and energy!

Suitable for the Over 65’s and anyone who has been inactive for a while, who is looking for a gentle way to start exercising again.

Cost is £5 per session. Free resistance band provided. Tea and biscuits also provided.

Friday mornings 11 am to 12 pm at Hatfield Health Village Hall.

For more information call Debbie on 07904 198309 or email debbie.baker@cst.today

Guided Tour, Yoga and Cake in the Gardens of Easton Lodge

Do you fancy something a bit different? Then why not join Marina of Felsted Yoga for a fascinating private tour of Easton Lodge Gardens

Do you fancy something a bit different? Then why not join Marina of Felsted Yoga for a fascinating private tour led by an experienced guide, who will educate and enthral you with stories about the history of the Gardens and past inhabitants of Easton Lodge

We will visit the formal lawns, a sunken Italian garden, a Walled garden, a treehouse, a glade and the Japanese garden. This will be followed by gentle yoga, breathwork and meditation outside (under gazebos if required), and well-deserved tea/coffee and delicious homemade cake. 

We hope you can make it to what promises to be a lovely morning! Limited spaces available.

The cost for the whole morning is only £22

Thursday 15th September 2022 – 09:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

To book please contact Marina info@felstedyoga.co.uk or telephone 07941 271012

Join the fun at the Board Games Cafe in Great Dunmow

Launching on Saturday 20th August 2022, the Board Games Cafe is a new activity for local people to enjoy

Launching on Saturday 20th August 2022, the Board Games Cafe is a new activity for local people to enjoy

Play board games and enjoy our community space with a hot or cold drink.

All ages welcome!

Cost: £2 per hour (on the door)
Date: Saturday 20th August
Time: From 11:30am – 1:30pm

Organised by our friends at Mind in West Essex

Where: Uttlesford Community Hub
45 Stortford Road, Great Dunmow, CM6 1DQ

Vacancies: Sanctuary Support Workers – Mind in West Essex

Mind in West Essex, the local mental health charity has a number of exciting job opportunities at this time

Mind in West Essex, the local mental health charity has a number of exciting job opportunities at this time

Sanctuary Support Workers

Base – Harlow , Epping Forest and Uttlesford 

Hours – Various – 14 hours minimum per week – Flexible shifts but will include Sanctuary evening shifts operating from 4pm til 11pm  

Salary – £10.67 per hour

Please see the attached job description here

To apply for any of these positions please visit https://www.mindinwestessex.org.uk/vacancies/ and click on the Application button. Complete the online form indicating which area you are applying for.

Interview date – TBC

For more information contact Mind in West Essex – admin@mindinwestessex.org.uk or telephone 01371 876641

Join the Climate Change Community Group in Stansted

Burnt lawns, scorching temperatures and talk of hose pipe bans – if all that has you thinking what can be done to fight global warming, then maybe you’d like to join the Climate Change Community Group

Burnt lawns, scorching temperatures and talk of hose pipe bans – if all that has you thinking what can be done to fight global warming, then maybe you’d like to join the Climate Change Community Group

The group’s aim is to co-ordinate community efforts to reduce the village’s carbon footprint and also to halt the decline in biodiversity.

For more info: https://www.stansted.net/news/climate-community-group/

Email Stansted Parish Council Projects Officer at laila.azure-marxen@stansted.net