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Lace Up For Two Great Causes! Join Us Sunday, 19th May at 2pm

Lace Up For Two Great Causes! Join Us Sunday, 19th May at 2pm 2333 1750 Liz Matthews

It’s time to lace up your running shoes and join your Parish Councillors for a heart-warming community event! During Mental Health Awareness Week, we invite you to embark on a scenic run through the picturesque Haydon Wick Parish, where every stride will make a difference.

This event aims to raise awareness and support for two incredible charities: the Kelly Foundation (4Kelly) and BEST – Be a Better You. Together, we can make a profound impact on the lives of those facing mental health challenges in our community.

The Kelly Foundation (4Kelly) provides critical support to individuals struggling with mental health issues. With a compassionate team of support workers, psychologists, life coaches, and mentors, they offer personalised one-on-one sessions to guide people toward a healthier life journey. Your contribution will empower them to continue their vital work, bringing hope and healing to those in need.

BEST – Be A Better You is a charity dedicated to uplifting young people facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Through sports training and one-on-one mentoring, they create positive experiences that inspire and equip these individuals to lead successful lives. Your generosity will help BEST continue their transformative work, empowering our youth to overcome obstacles and reach their full potential.

Every donation, no matter the size, makes a real difference in supporting these two remarkable charities. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those in need within our community. Let’s come together, stride by stride, and show our unwavering support for mental health awareness and the incredible work being done by the Kelly Foundation and BEST.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of something truly special. Lace up, join us, and let’s create a brighter future for those facing mental health challenges. Together, we can make a lasting difference.

Support our Councillors on their quest to raise funds for these two great causes on our JustGiving page here.

 

May Half Term FREE Multi Sports Session, Thursday, 30 May 2024, 2.30pm – 4.30pm

May Half Term FREE Multi Sports Session, Thursday, 30 May 2024, 2.30pm – 4.30pm 2333 1750 Liz Matthews

May Half Term FREE Multi Sports Session – NOW FULLY BOOKED!

Thursday 30th May 24, 2.30pm – 4.30pm

At GLL Haydon Centre Sports Hall (SN25 1QQ)

Come along and take part in lots of sporting activities.

Book your child’s place today!

Please complete the form below to request your child’s place at this event. Places are limited to 40 and are allocated on a first come first served basis. Children must be over the age of five. Priority will be given to those living in the Haydon Wick Parish.

For more information or to book your child on to this session, contact Sean at: communityandyouth@haydonwick.gov.uk / 01793 722446

 

Charity Quiz Night

Charity Quiz Night 2333 1750 Liz Matthews

As part of Mental Health Awareness Week we’re supporting our charity partners ‘Kelly Foundation’ and ‘BEST’ be a better you with a fun-filled…

Charity Quiz Night

Friday, 17th May 2024
Doors open at 7pm

Venue: Haydon Wick Club 10 Blunsdon Road SN25 1JD

This night isn’t just about flexing your brain muscles – it’s a chance to have a blast while supporting two incredible causes! 🎉

Tickets are only £5 per person, and refreshments will be available to keep you fuelled and hydrated throughout the night.

Ready to put your knowledge to the test and have a night to remember? Complete the form below to book your tickets, and we’ll contact you directly with payment methods!

For more information or to book your place on to this course, contact Sean at: communityandyouth@haydonwick.gov.uk / 01793 722446

Let’s make this night one for the books, all while supporting mental health awareness!

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Tai Chi Course, book now!

Six Week Tai Chi Course

Six Week Tai Chi Course 1167 875 Liz Matthews

Tai Chi is a gentle, low-impact exercise that has been shown to have a wide range of health benefits. Regular Tai Chi sessions can improve balance, co-ordination, physical and mental health as well as relieving stress and anxiety.

Join us at for a Six Week Tai Chi Course
with Sunbird Tai Chi

Wednesdays, May 15th to 19th June 2024
11am -12pm

Cost-£4 per session or £18.00 for all 6 sessions

No experience necessary

At the Haydon Wick Parish Council Office (SN25 1QQ)

Book your place today!

Please complete the form below. We will contact you directly with payment methods. Priority will be given to those living in the Haydon Wick Parish.

For more information or to book your place on to this course, contact Sean at: communityandyouth@haydonwick.gov.uk / 01793 722446

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Beautifying our community continues… first playground repaint completed!

Beautifying our community continues… first playground repaint completed! 560 420 Liz Matthews

It’s amazing what a fresh coat of paint can do!

The first playground repaint as part of our enhancement efforts is now complete at Capesthorne Play Area. The bright new colours and fresh coat of paint have given this beloved playground an amazing, revitalised look. A big thank you to Parks & Projects Team for the time and effort it took to make this happen. We’re not stopping there – stay tuned for more community improvement projects coming soon!

Track our progress at: haydonwick.gov.uk/maintenance-schedule/ and let us know if any areas need extra TLC at tidyup@haydonwick.gov.uk.

Half Term Activities Continue This Week…

Half Term Activities Continue This Week… 560 420 Liz Matthews

Easter activities continue this week with something for everyone.

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Easter Bunny Photography Competition

As a fun family activity, can you spot where Bunny visited over the half-term break and replicate Bunny’s trail using your own snapshots? We’re looking for bunny ear snaps (like the one of Sean) from as many of the 10 locations as possible, so see if you can complete the entire set.
The first 20 people to email in with the most locations replicated by Sunday, April 14th, will receive a Children’s Easter goodie bag that can be collected from the Council offices….Happy (Hoppy) Snapping!
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Multi Sport Session this Easter Half Term

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April Half Term FREE Multi Sports Session

  • Thursday 11th April 24, 2.30pm – 4.30pm
    At GLL Haydon Centre Sports Hall (SN25 1QQ)
    Come along and take part in lots of sporting activities. – This is now fully booked.

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SK8JAM at Haydon Wick Skate Park

  • Friday 12th April 24, 10am – 1pm
    FREE event!
    Just come along, all ages and abilities welcome.
If you’d like to learn more about these events, please contact our brilliant Community and Youth Co-ordinator Sean on:
📧 communityandyouth@haydonwick.gov.uk
☎️ 01793 722446

 

Temporary Parks & Open Spaces Operatives Wanted

Temporary Parks & Open Spaces Operatives Wanted 560 420 Liz Matthews

Join the team!

Temporary Parks & Open Spaces Operatives Wanted (x2)

We’re looking for two people to help take care of our Parks and Open spaces. The job involves all types of landscaping, horticulture work and general maintenance on land owned by the Council. As part of the team, you’d need to make sure work is completed properly and to a high standard. You’ll be working closely with the Head of Parks & Open Spaces, helping them to deliver a service that reflects the Parish Council Gold Award standards. Part of the role is also about finding ways to improve how we do things and make it all run smoother. Safety is a big priority too – you’d need to keep an eye out for any risks, carry out proper risk assessments, and always follow safe working practices. If you’re up for getting your hands dirty maintaining and improving our community’s great open spaces, then we want to hear from you.

These seasonal roles are starting Tuesday, 7th May and ending Friday, 2nd August 2024.

Interviews will be held on Friday, 26th April 2024.

Apply now for this temporary opportunity with Haydon Wick Parish Council. Email your CV and cover letter to: Dave Hunt, Head of Parks and Open Spaces Team at: POSTManager@haydonwick.gov.uk

Click here to read full details

Inclusive Play in the Spotlight!

Inclusive Play in the Spotlight! 640 480 Liz Matthews
Our very own Trent Road Play Park will be featured on ITV News next Thursday, 11th April at 6pm as an excellent example of inclusive play provision. 

The crew visited on Tuesday to film and interview Becky Maddern, founder of Benjamin’s Smiles and PiPA (Plan Inclusive Play Areas) Play Director. Becky, along with her son Benjamin and family, are advocates for creating play spaces that are accessible and enjoyable for children of all abilities.

Discussing the importance of inclusive play, Becky stated:
‘All children deserve and have a right to access and enjoy their local play park. As a parent to a child with profound disability I have first hand experience of what it feels like to see your child excluded from parts of society. We need to ensure that accessibility and inclusivity are at the heart of the design process when a play park is refurbished or a new play park is installed. With PiPA PLAY I am now working with councils across the UK and also want to ensure that change happens locally too so all children can enjoy their local play park’
We’re proud that Trent Road Play Park could represent the incredible work being done to make play more inclusive across the country. Every child deserves the chance to have fun, be active, and most importantly, feel welcome.
Let’s keep raising awareness and creating more spaces where all children can play together!
Be sure to visit King George V Play Area, Gaynor Close Play Area and Luna Close Play Area which have all recently been renovated to incorporate inclusive play.

The Great British Spring Clean – Challenge Accepted!

The Great British Spring Clean – Challenge Accepted! 1167 875 Liz Matthews

Councillors in Haydon Wick rose to the challenge of the #GreatBritishSpringClean, organising community litter picking events across the parish over three weekends. Their efforts paid off as volunteers collected over 20 bags of rubbish from nine different areas.

This annual campaign by #KeepBritainTidy aims to spread awareness that protecting our environment is a responsibility we all share. Litter collected often includes items discarded years ago that are still causing harm today.

The good news is that by taking action and picking up litter, we can immediately improve the parks, streets, and green spaces we cherish.

If you want to do your part to protect local wildlife and our beautiful outdoor spaces, stay tuned for more litter picking dates coming soon.  Get involved and #KeepBritainTidy today!

Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Wednesday, 3 April 2024

Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Wednesday, 3 April 2024 640 480 Liz Matthews

Welcome to Haydon Wick Parish Council’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt!

Egg-citing Easter Festivities in Haydon Wick

The Easter Bunny delighted children with two hopping good events on Wednesday, 3rd April. The fun kicked off at King George V Play Park, where 83 eager youngsters formed teams of Bunnies, Chicks, and Lambs for a special challenge – to find and return the most plastic eggs. After a spirited egg hunt, Team Chicks emerged victorious by collecting over 130 plastic eggs.

The festivities then bounded over to the play park on Voyager Road in Oakhurst. Despite wet and windy conditions, 55 children split into their Bunny, Chick, and Lamb teams to scour the area for hidden eggs. The youngsters showcased their manners, exchanging “please” and “thank you” with volunteers as they raced to return the eggs in record time.

It was a fabulous day with lots of community spirit! A huge thank you to the Haydon Wick Club for their kind donation supporting this event, our lovely volunteers, the Fox and Hounds for allowing easy access to set up, and our awesome Easter Bunny who hopped, waved, and starred in many photos.

An egg-citing Easter indeed for the children of Haydon Wick!

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