GOOD NEWS - 3rd September
- Healthier Fleetwood
- Sep 2
- 7 min read
Updated: Sep 9
It was an honour for Healthier Fleetwood to join many other community partners in supporting the Baton of Hope event at Highbury Stadium on Monday.
As part of the opening leg for this national suicide awareness campaign, individuals with personal experience of the effects of suicide carried the baton from Blackpool and around Fleetwood Town's pitch.
For all those taking part, those attending to share their work in the community and those who came along to find out more it was an emotional and at the same time very inspirational afternoon.
Thank you to friends and family members who shared their stories and to the team from Empowerment Blackpool for all their hard work staging the event.
And a good time was had by all at a very different community event on Saturday ... The Kracken! beach craft session.
Despite the threat of heavy rain, which never came, there was good turn out of families to create a sea monster from stones, driftwood and other found items. A huge thank you to Angie from Fleetwood Museum Trust for planning and leading this, Steve for the drone filming and everyone who came along and took part on the day.
Congratulations to our friends at The Bay: A Blueprint for Recovery ...
on the news they have secured a further three years funding for their great work in the community including many projects and events for Fleetwood. They say ...
“The project has made amazing connections across the communities in area and helped so many people already. We are extremely proud of what’s been achieved and for this exciting new chapter helping people connect with nature, to feel happier and healthier, and be part of nature’s recovery.”
We look forward to working with Mike, Rachel and all the volunteers from the Wyre team in the future.
A couple of volunteering opportunities to share ...
Wyre Council's Bike Repair Workshop at Marine Hall is open and buzzing with activity, but does need more hands! If you’ve got bike repair skills or just enjoy tinkering, your time could make a huge difference. Each bike you help fix in the fully equipped workshop, is donated to someone in the community who needs it to get around, stay active, or improve their circumstances.
> Email community@wyre.gov.uk to get involved and start volunteering today
Fleetwood Sea Cadets is looking for adult volunteers to help inspire the next generation. You could:
👩🏫 Lead and inspire as an instructor
🛠️ Keep things running behind the scenes
📋 Help with admin or fundraising
📝 Learn new skills
🌍 Make a difference in young lives
Whether you’ve got an hour a week or one evening a month, the sea Cadets would love to have you aboard. No naval or teaching experience is needed, full training and support is provided.
> Message through Fleetwood Sea Cadets Facebook page or email info@tsconqueror.org to find out more.
Wellbeing Bingo is Back!
Join Connor and the Positive Futures team for some fun as you meet new people and maybe win a prize!
Sessions begin again Monday 8th September in Heart of the Hub cafe then alternate weekly with Strive Community Cafe at Flakefleet Primary School. Eyes down about 1.30pm and it's FREE!
The Healthier Fleetwood Information Centre at The HUB Fleetwood is now open on four days a week.
Pop in on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10am to 2pm and discover well over 100 ways to support your health and wellbeing by trying something new, making friends and becoming more active. Our centre is not open to the public on Wednesdays as some of community partners use the space during the day. Any organisations supporting local residents are welcome to contact us to discuss how the Information Centre can assist their work.
We moved from previous premises on Lord Street, opposite St Peter's Church in February but we are still updating the window display.
Check out the many posters of upcoming community events for Fleetwood. Thank you to the Regenda Homes Fleetwood team for their support.
FOCUS ON ... Fleetwood Library
We regularly share the many groups activities and events at Fleetwood Library on North Albert Street but September is an especially busy month!
There's a double-header of events on Wednesday 17th September ...
Fleetwood Coastal Past: New Exhibition Celebration and Deep-Sea Fishing Talk is on from 10.30am to 12 noon. This celebrates the launch of the Lloyd's Register Foundation funded project 'Fleetwood's Coastal Past' and is a coffee morning followed by 'Fish and Ships', a talk on the history of deep-sea fishing. Following the talk there will be the opportunity to browse the new displays and online collections. Coffee and cake will be available. Please note: Places are limited so please contact the library to book your place.
Also on the 17th from 12 noon, there's another chance to enjoy 'End to End' - the fascinating Fleetwood to Knott End Ferry documentary by Anton Arenko. Learn more about the past, present and challenging future of the ferry service and whether it can survive.
The History of The RNLI is from 3pm-4pm on Thursday 18th September ... this engaging talk on the remarkable history of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution will share the charity’s legacy and the vital role it continues to play in saving lives at sea.
Starting on Tuesday 23rd September and running through to October, Creative Libraries with Lancashire Adult Learning is a 5 week arts & crafts-based wellbeing programme. Sessions are 10am - 12noon, places are FREE to all adults over 19 but most be pre-booked.
> Register and book places online or call into the Library and speak to a member of staff.
Who's that knocking? New this month at the Library ... Dominoes for All - Beginners, experts and everyone In-between is on Thursdays at the Library from 10.30am - 11.30am. Enjoy a friendly game and conversation with refreshments
It may be back to school time but there's still plenty of fun for families with babies, toddlers and younger children at Fleetwood Library > See Wyre Family Hub on Facebook
> We have printed copies of this month's What's On guide for Fleetwood Library at the Healthier Fleetwood Information Centre or see the listing online here
COMMUNITY EVENTS for September ...
Healthier Fleetwood Open Meeting
Wednesday 3rd September, 6.30pm
Emmanuel Mount Church
Your monthly top up of Good News for and from the local community. Meet many of the amazing individuals and groups making a difference in and around Fleetwood. The meetings are also a great opportunity to share ideas for something new and offer your help. Doors at 6pm, free brews and biscuits ...All Welcome!
Craft Fayre
Saturday 6th September, 11am - 3pm
St Nicholas Church
Browse and buy from the many stalls of talented crafters, small businesses and local charities at St Nicks on the corner of Broadway and Poulton Road, near Aldi. The no. 14 bus stops very close by.
Charity Concert
Saturday 13th September from 2pm
St Nicholas Church
Fleetwood favourites WAL & DION and HARMONY & HEALTH invite you to join them for an afternoon of music, song and fun! Support the fabulous community work of St Nick's and Willow Garden project. Tickets £5pp on the door.
> Also call Shirley on 07940 030925
Fleetwood Colour Run
Sunday 14th September. 11.30am for 12
Central Beach
This annual event held in loving memory of Lisa Birtwistle, organised by her friends and colleagues. FREE family-fun with donations appreciated to support local cancer charities. Meet by Marine Hall.
Fleetwood Trust AGM
Thursday 18th September, 2.30pm
Heart of the Hub Cafe, The HUB
Fleetwood Trust, the owners of the Fleetwood hospital building since 2018, invite you to their Annual General Meeting. It's an opportunity to hear more about the individuals and organisations working to create The HUB, a vibrant and valued community facility. No booking required.
Kids Talent Auditions
Saturday 20th September, 2pm - 5pm
Fleetwood Conservative Club
Singers, musicians, dancers in age groups 5-8 years, 9-12 years and 13-16 years are invited to audition for a place at this year's Fleetwood Festive Lights Concert in November. For more information contact Julie on 01253 777639 / 07733 677486.
Heritage Open Weekend
Sat 20th & Sun 21st September
Across Fleetwood
Many of Fleetwood's iconic venues will be opening their doors to visitors. One or two require advance booking and others are open on different dates in the week. Copies of the guide are available from Healthier Fleetwood, Fleetwood Museum, Fleetwood Library, Marine Hall and more.
Macmillan Coffee Morning
Friday 26th September, 10am - 2pm
Heart of the Hub cafe, The HUB
Drinks, cakes, raffles, games and much more. Offers of new/re-gifted items as raffle/tombola prizes, and cakes & bakes are very welcome! To get involved, contact Fylde Coast Macmillan Support on 01253 955710.
Fleetwood Beach Clean
Saturday 27th September, 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.
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!
And finally ...
On Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm, the Government will carry out a national test of the Emergency Alerts system. This means most mobile phones and tablets across the UK will receive a test message, accompanied by a loud siren-like sound and vibration that will last for about 10 seconds. Regular testing ensures the system is functioning correctly, should it be needed in an emergency. The test is not intended to alert you to real danger and you will not need to take any further action.
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... we look forward to seeing you all soon and until the next time, take care.
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