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    Community Stories 2025 | Inclusive cycling at Evesham Velodrome

    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!

    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

    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

    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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    Public Health wins LGC Award

    Worcestershire County Council’s Public Health team is celebrating a major achievement after the ‘We Are Westlands’ project won its category at the prestigious local government awards. The team was announced as the winner at the Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Awards in June 2025. Worcestershire’s entry, the groundbreaking We Are Westlands project, was delivered in Droitwich … Continue reading “Public Health wins LGC Award”

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    Paddles Up at Pershore High

    Pershore High School Promotes Active Breaktimes with Outdoor Table Tennis Tables Pershore High School is delighted to announce the installation of new outdoor table tennis tables, made possible through funding from the Public Health Wellbeing Grant for Educational Settings, provided by Worcestershire County Council. The tables are already proving to be a popular addition to … Continue reading “Paddles Up at Pershore High”

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    Youngsters create clothing brand for mental health!

    You Turn, a youth support centre based in Evesham, is taking an innovative approach to addressing young people’s mental health concerns through creativity. Following discussions with participants in its enterprise and life skills programs, the centre have launched a multi-media arts project designed to promote positive mental health messaging through clothing! The project gives young … Continue reading “Youngsters create clothing brand for mental health!”

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    Evesham embraces inclusive cycling

    Evesham is set to become a hub of inclusive cycling opportunities for people with disabilities of all ages, thanks to a new initiative by PAL Fitness & Education CIC, also known as “Purposeful, Active, Living,”. The sessions are taking place at the newly established cycling facility at Evesham Football Club, utilising a range of adapted … Continue reading “Evesham embraces inclusive cycling”

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    Steven’s Space: ‘A wish come true’

    The Vale of Evesham School has unveiled a new, inclusive gardening area, affectionately named ‘Steven’s Space’. This wonderful addition, made possible by a wellbeing grant from Worcestershire County Council and the West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner, is now open for all students to enjoy. ‘Steven’s Space’ features custom-designed raised planting beds, ensuring accessibility for … Continue reading “Steven’s Space: ‘A wish come true’”