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New emergency response vehicle strengthens lifesaving capacity in Evesham

19 March 2026

New emergency response vehicle strengthens lifesaving capacity The new vehicle will support the Vale of Evesham Community First Responders to attend life threatening events across the Vale of Evesham and surrounding areas. The volunteer‑led charity supports West Midlands Ambulance Service by providing immediate care in emergencies, such as cardiac arrests, strokes and road traffic collisions. … Continue reading “New emergency response vehicle strengthens lifesaving capacity in Evesham”

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Young people transform Ourside with new mural

13 February 2026

Young people transform Evesham Youth Centre with new community mural A youth charity in Evesham has transformed its community centre with a vibrant new mural created by the young people who use it. Working with local artists, the group at Ourside Youth Centre took part in creative workshops exploring what the centre means to them. … Continue reading “Young people transform Ourside with new mural”

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Hanbury’s haven for reading

09 February 2026

A haven for reading at Hanbury First School Hanbury CofE First School in Bromsgrove, used its Public Health community grant to turn an overlooked part of the playground into a dedicated quiet reading area and nurture space. The school wanted a place where children could step away from the noise of busy playtimes and enjoy … Continue reading “Hanbury’s haven for reading”

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Balance bikes improve skills and safety

03 December 2025

Young people at Vale of Evesham School are experiencing new opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive thanks to a Worcestershire County Council Public Health Community Grant. The school, which supports children and young people aged 4–19 with a wide range of learning difficulties, used the grant to purchase adapted balance bikes and expand their sessions, … Continue reading “Balance bikes improve skills and safety”

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Mama’s Market is building sustainable community

20 November 2025

In the heart of Droitwich Spa, a local mum named Sara is making a big difference to parents and the environment. With the help of a small public health grant for advertising and venue costs, Sara launched Mama’s Market, a monthly event where families can buy, sell, and repurpose children’s clothing and accessories. We all … Continue reading “Mama’s Market is building sustainable community”

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Community Stories 2025 | Inclusive cycling at Evesham Velodrome

21 October 2025

Thanks to a Public Health Community Grant, adults with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD) are now enjoying weekly cycling sessions at Evesham Velo; an experience that’s improving physical health, boosting confidence, and creating lasting connections. The initiative was led by the Myriad Centre, a specialist day service in Worcester that supports adults with complex … Continue reading “Community Stories 2025 | Inclusive cycling at Evesham Velodrome”

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Getting creative in Westlands!

15 September 2025

This Summer, Severn Arts delivered a series of creative workshops at Westlands Community Centre, offering young people aged 8 to 13 a chance to explore visual arts, music and clay in a supportive and inclusive environment. The programme was shaped by consultation with local children and designed to meet a wide range of needs, including … Continue reading “Getting creative in Westlands!”

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Investing in Play for Wellbeing

08 September 2025

Norton Juxta Kempsey CE Primary School (NJK) has taken a transformative step in enhancing children’s wellbeing by launching a new OPAL Play programme—an initiative shaped directly by the voices of its pupils. OPAL, which stands for Outdoor Play and Learning, is a nationally recognised programme that helps schools embed high-quality play into the school day. … Continue reading “Investing in Play for Wellbeing”

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Supporting wellbeing through play

31 July 2025

A new eco-friendly trim trail installed at Eckington First School is fostering wellbeing, friendships and community spirit for the children. Senior Mental Health Lead at Eckington First School, Louise Bishop, said: “Thanks to funding from a Public Health wellbeing grant, we installed an eco-friendly trim trail to promote daily physical activity, coordination, strength, and social … Continue reading “Supporting wellbeing through play”

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School games back for another year!

02 July 2025

This Summer the School Games events are back across Worcestershire, supporting young people who may be struggling in traditional school environments to come together and try new types of physical activity they wouldn’t usually have access to. The most recent event was held at Abbey Stadium in Redditch for boys from Years 9 to 11 … Continue reading “School games back for another year!”