GOOD NEWS - 27th August
- Healthier Fleetwood
- Aug 27
- 6 min read
Updated: Sep 13
This week Fleetwood is looking forward to hosting an inspiring community event AND there's plenty of opportunities coming up in September to try something new.
Healthier Fleetwood is honoured to be among the many local organisations, groups and individuals attending the Baton of Hope event on Monday 1st September. The Baton of Hope relay begins a huge national tour here on the Fylde Coast, starting in Blackpool, then St Annes before Fleetwood Town FC's Highbury Stadium hosts an afternoon to raise awareness and support for those affected by mental health or suicide.
All members of the community are invited to come along for a chat and to discover the services available to them or a loved-one, and share their experiences to help others.The event is from 2pm to 4pm, there's no need to book. The Baton arrives at 3pm, carried by some amazing people with personal experience of losing a loved one. If you are free on Monday, we look forward to seeing you.
Emmanuel Church begin their Bereavement Journey course next week.
The seven sessions of films and discussions are for anyone bereaved, at anytime. Topics include: anger and guilt; the pain and response to grief; coping with other people's reactions and moving forward.
The last session is an optional discussion on the role faith can play while you are coping with a bereavement. The sessions are on Tuesday mornings from 2nd September, 10.30am to 12 noon at Emmanuel Mount Church, Mount Road - places should be pre-booked.
Karen & Sparkly Margaret, the team behind JOYFEST 2025, invite you to their new Laughter Club on Fridays at Burtons Tea Room.
They say ... "Laughter helps your immune system, can prolong your life expectancy and it helps boost your wellbeing. What a great way to end your week and start the weekend! We would love to see you there."
Pop along for the first session this Friday, 1pm - entry by donation. Burtons Tea Room is in the refurbished Mount Gardens Gatehouse building on Mount Road, opposite the end of London Street.
> Burtons Tea Room Facebook page for opening hours and events.
Fleetwood's NHS Enhanced Primary Care Team host a Five Ways to Wellbeing programme from the Healthier Fleetwood Information Centre at The HUB.
With details of well over 100 local groups, activities and events on display it's a great setting to discover the Ways to Wellbeing: Connect, Be Active, Take Notice, Keep Learning and Give, and how to make them a valuable part of your life. The additional 6th week, 'Steady On', is a falls prevention session.
The programme is held on Wednesday mornings - places are on a referral basis from a health or social care professional. If you or somebody you know might be interested the professional should contact the EPC team on 01253 956206.
If you're a man looking to make changes to your diet, learn more about weight management and the benefits to your wellbeing ...
Sarah says, "Slimming World isn’t just for women, far from it! Every week at our Fleetwood & Larkholme groups, we’ve got loads of brilliant blokes smashing their weight loss goals and proving the myths wrong. Our Food Optimising plan works for everyone it’s flexible, filling and completely tailored to you. Pair that with our fun, supportive groups and you’ve got an award winning combo. The best part ... you’ll see real results! Why do our gents join? To reverse type 2 diabetes; to get fitter and healthier; to lose their belly; to feel and look good are all among the many reasons!"
> Email sarah_meadows45@hotmail.com or telephone 07432 141695
There's a new Duke of Edinburgh programme starting in September hosted by Westview Community Association.
Young people that are in Year 9 from September 2025 are invited to get involved with activities starting on Monday 1st September, 6pm at Westview on Eden Avenue. Participants learn new skills, improve their health, wellbeing and self-confidence, take part in rewarding community projects and events and enjoy camping trips. It's FREE to join and great fun!
> To start a new journey with The Duke of Edinburgh's Award please email projects@westviewcommunity.org.uk
Fantastic to see the wonderful work of the National Coastwatch Institution Fleetwood team recognised on TV this week.
NCI teams across the Country safeguard the lives of people by watching over vulnerable craft and all forms of coastal activity - locally they are based at Rossall Observation Tower and cover Morecambe Bay, north of Fleetwood. Presenter Helen Skelton visited the team recently for the Chanel 5 programme Coastal Adventures, finding out more about the volunteer's work which also includes passing on weather forecasts, tides and sea conditions.
Rossall Observation Tower is also among the buildings included in Fleetwood's Heritage Open Days this year.
The main weekend is Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st September, with many local landmarks welcoming visitors. Some locations are open on different days. A printed guide is being distributed across Fleetwood this week. Please note: Some venues / tours do require pre-booking and may have limited spaces.
COMMUNITY EVENTS for the remainder of August ...
Summer Events
Throughout August
Affinity Lancashire
There's Crazy Golf, Super Heroes, Gorillas, Dinosaurs, A Wicked Weekend, Seaside Fun, Magic and more at Affinity. Something for all the family and all FREE!
Fleetwood Fire Station Open Day
Saturday 30th August, 10am - 2pm
Radcliffe Road
Meet the friendly station team and support the Fire Fighters Charity! All the family are welcome ...see some of the skills and equipment the service use including how to deal with a hot oil kitchen fire.
Also on Saturday there's two events making the most of Fleetwood's stunning beach and coastline ... and all ages are welcome!
Fleetwood Beach Clean
Saturday 30th August, 10.30am - 12
Meet by Central Beach Cafe
Join The Bay: A Blueprint for Recovery for their monthly beach clean event. All equipment is provided - please wear suitable clothes and footwear for the weather and the beach.
The Kracken! ... Beach Craft
Saturday 30th August, 12noon - 2pm
Central Beach behind Marine Hall
These beach craft events hosted by Fleetwood Museum Trust and Healthier Fleetwood get bigger each year. This time the theme is The Kracken! You will help to make a huge creature from the deep out of sand, stones and driftwood.
Fleetwood Promenade parkrun
Every Saturday from 9am
Start by Marine Hall
The perfect way to begin the weekend ... run, jog, walk, push a buggy, bring your dog (short lead only) or volunteer! Everyone involved get's the same sense of achievement and community spirit.
Fleetwood Indoor/Outdoor Carboot
Every Sunday: 9am - 2pm
Navigation Way, Fleetwood
Come on down and have a look around over 100 stalls. It’s more than just a 'car boot'. there's a real sense of community, it's somewhere to meet friends and there's great food served from the cafe!
We will sharing more of What's On in September within next week's bulletin ...
The next Healthier Fleetwood OPEN MEETING is Wednesday 3rd September at Emmanuel Mount Church.
All welcome from 6pm for a brew, with the meeting starting at 6.30pm. The evenings are always enjoyable and inspiring, all about the positive side of life in Fleetwood, hearing from local residents and groups making a difference in the community. Come along to share your story or to listen as you prefer ... we look forward to seeing you.
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