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
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
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
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
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:
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:
VAEF are looking for a reliable driver for their Community Clubs Service. Paid Position. Part-time.
VAEF are looking for a reliable driver for their Community Clubs Service. Paid Position. Part-time.
14 hours per week
Salary Point 5 – £19,650 pro rata plus £914 London Weighting pro rata
This post is funded for one year
VAEF are currently recruiting for a friendly and enthusiastic individual to drive passengers to and from their weekly activity clubs within the Epping Forest district. You will also be responsible for ensuring the vehicle is in a clean and roadworthy condition. Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme training will be provided. A background in transport would be beneficial. Some flexibility to work additional days to cover annual leave would be an advantage.
The successful candidate must have excellent communication skills, patience and a friendly personality. A sympathetic approach towards elderly people is essential as the duties include helping to ensure the smooth running of the weekly activity clubs and outings, working as part of a team comprising staff and volunteers.
This position offers a fulfilling opportunity for someone wishing to enhance the lives of lonely and isolated elderly people in the district.
A clean driving licence with D1 is essential. An enhanced DBS check will be carried out prior to appointment.
Closing date: 15th August 2022
An application pack is available from:
Telephone: 01992 910701 (please leave a message)
Please note: CV’s will not be accepted.
