Category: Community

Action for Family Carers (AFFC) have organised a raft of free activities for unpaid family carers this August

Laughing Yoga – Pleshey – Thursday 11th August 10.30 am – 12.30 pm

This guided laughing yoga session is suitable for all levels, including seated yoga – with an emphasis on the laughter!

There are many benefits – come along and have a go, even if you have never tried yoga before.

Takes place at Pleshey Village Hall

Photography at The Gardens of Easton Lodge – Thursday 18th August 10.30 a.m. – 12.30 pm

Join us for this free photography workshop in the stunning location that is Easton Lodge. We’ll take a leisurely walk around the gardens with resident photographer Dan who will be teaching his easy to learn techniques for smart phone or camera.

For further information call 0300 770 8090

Join us on a relaxed walk, talk and litter pick around Hatfield Broad Oak on Tuesday 9th August 2022

Everyone welcome, including dogs!

Meet at The Dukes Head at 6.30 pm to set off at 7.00 pm

Dukes Head, 

Hatfield Broad Oak,

Bishop’s Stortford,

Hertfordshire,

CM22 7HH

Your on-site contact will be United in Kind Coach Christine Chester.

Join in with a summer of fun in the Hatfields this August and get to know your neighbours, get a little more active and feel part of the community

The fun takes place on Tuesday 9th August and Tuesday 23rd August from 2pm to 5pm

• Games
• Puzzles
• Arts and Crafts

Meet us behind the church, and on the green at Hatfield Heath.

For further information please contact United in Kind Coach Christine Christine.Chester@ceessex.org.uk

Uttlesford District Council are seeking residents help to put together a new design code for Uttlesford

The design code will a planning document and used to help inform the preparation and assessment of planning applications for new developments.

The first stage in this process is a survey to understand what our residents like and dislike about the buildings, places and landscapes in Uttlesford, and which parts they feel are really distinctive to the district.

To inform this process we will be hosting 3 free walking tours in different parts of the district and follow accessible routes with regular resting points:

• Thursday 18 August, 6pm to 8pm – Great Dunmow

• Sunday 21 August, 10am to 12pm – Stansted Mountfitchet

• Sunday 21 August, 2pm to 4pm – Saffron Walden

The council is also encouraging local people to carry out their own self-led walking tours and the ‘Uttlesford distinctive places’ video has further guidance on this.

Watch the Uttlesford distinctive places video:

Visit the UDC website for more information on the design code and for links to book your place on one of our walking tours: www.uttlesford.gov.uk/new-design-code

Do you know someone who goes above and beyond for others within the community?

We are seeking nominations for the Uttlesford Community Achievement Award to acknowledge people who have made an outstanding contribution in a number of different ways.

You can nominate someone for their service to:

– children and young people up to 18 years of age

the elderly,

– people with assisted living needs (physical/sensory and learning),

– the local community,

– youth initiatives; nominations for young people (aged 15-18) who have contributed significantly to their local community.

To nominate someone who makes a difference in your community fill in the e-form available at:

www.uttlesford.gov.uk/community-achievement-award

The summer holidays can be an expensive time, so our colleagues at Discover Uttlesford have pulled together some free and low-cost activities to keep the kids entertained

From walking, to cycling and organised activities across the district, there are plenty of ways to get out and have some fun in Uttlesford this summer season.

For useful suggestions and dates for forthcoming events visit:

http://www.discoveruttlesford.co.uk/…/free-family-fun…/

Dementia Adventure is a Finalist in the 2022 Silver Travel Awards and needs your help to win!

Please vote for Dementia Adventure in the Best Accessible Travel Provider category

Dementia Adventure believe that anything is possible with the right amount of encouragement and support. Holidays shouldn’t stop just because of a dementia diagnosis.

In fact, evidence shows that supported adventures are proven to have well-being benefits for both the person living with dementia and their friends and family.

So whether you fancy a break by the sea, or a getaway in the country, Dementia Adventure can support you to make it happen.

This fantastic local organisation has now been recognised for their accessible holidays and are shortlisted for an award. With your votes, they could be a winner!

Voting closes 11th September.

https://silvertraveladvisor.com/silver-travel-awards-2022/

Thanks to a very generous donation from one of the winners of the 2022 Flitch Trials, Chris & Helen Figg, who have now returned to New Zealand, St. Mary’s Church is holding a Flitch Barbecue

The event is on Saturday 3rd September starting at 5pm. Location – Vicarage Garden.

Tickets are £10 for adults, children under 10 years old are free; the entry ticket will include a free drink.

The proceeds will be donated to local food banks.

Any offers of help would be greatly appreciated, particularly with setting up and clearing away at the end of the event.

Tickets can be obtained from Mary Jensen (07539 947449), Anna Beecroft (07562 358409) or email: hello@smgd.org.uk

TouchPoint Stansted will be running their free lunch club for children and families on Friday 5th August between 12.00 p.m. and 3.00 pm

Come along and have a free hot meal and some games and activities.

The free family lunch club will be running on a weekly basis during the school holidays.

Location:

(just by the top of Chapel Hill)

For more information call 07572 114882 or email info@thetouchpoint.org