GOOD NEWS - 5th November
- Healthier Fleetwood
- Nov 5, 2025
- 9 min read
Updated: Nov 17, 2025
This weekend the Fleetwood community will come together for events to honour those who served and sacrificed as members of the Armed Forces.
Remembrance Sunday will be observed this year on 9th November. The Fleetwood parade will assemble at The Kings Own Club, Adelaide Street at 10.00am, with an additional joining point on Warrenhurst Road, around 10.30am. The Service of Remembrance will take place at The Cenotaph in Fleetwood Memorial Park at 11am. In attendance, alongside numerous community organisations and local residents will be Mayor of Wyre, Cllr Steve Nicholls, the Deputy Lieutenant of Lancashire, Lieutenant Colonel Richard Beatson, and Youth Mayor, Horateo Broomhall.
To support Remembrance Day, Wyre Council is offering FREE car-parking on Sunday at the Albert Street and Custom House Lane car parks in Fleetwood, 10am and 2pm.
There's details of support and services for Armed Forces veterans, and their families at the Healthier Fleetwood Information Centre, in The HUB Fleetwood.
Many of the local activities are hosted by Fleetwood Town Community Trust and their partners. These include the popular Walk & Talk sessions on a Monday, veterans football and crown green bowling, and the weekly Zoom call bringing everyone together.
The Armed Forces Garden at Thornton Cleveleys has just been recognised with an award from RHS Britain in Bloom. On Friday 7th November, at 11am the garden is hosting a short remembrance service - all welcome and local school children will be attending too.
> For more information on these opportunities please email
Also based in Fleetwood is the group, Blue Light, Bimble & Brew. They meet socially at venues across the Town for friendly conversation and to share ideas.
Another Facebook group to check out is Fylde Coast Armed Forces Community.
You'll find out about what's happening across the area and news of interest to veterans, serving personnel and their families.
Members of the community have also recently formed a new Fleetwood Branch of the Royal British Legion. Initial meetings have been held monthly, although not in November with the focus on Remembrance events.
Thank you to everyone who has served in the Armed Forces and to the many volunteers who continue to support the Fleetwood community.
A creative wellbeing group starts this week, supported by the Positive Futures team from Volunteer Centre Wyre.
From Friday 7th November, the FREE sessions will be held in the Community Room at Fleetwood Fire Station on Radcliffe Road, 1.30pm to 3.30pm. Luke from Positive Futures says, "We are excited to host a new wellbeing art workshop. Come along to learn different techniques and principles from an experienced artist and produce a piece of work expressing your life journey."
> For more information and to get involved, call 07483 041026 or email luke@blackpoolvolunteers.org.uk
There's a series of FREE NHS health checks arranged for Fleetwood over the next couple of months, supported by Fleetwood Primary Care Network.
Drop-in to see the staff from Fylde Coast Medical Services on the 'health bus' at several locations across the Town. They will carry out a blood pressure check and look for early signs of conditions such as stroke, heart disease, type 2 diabetes and dementia:
Thursday 13th November, 10am - 4pm at The HUB Fleetwood, North Albert St.
Thursday 27th November, 9am - 4pm at Strive Community Cafe, Northfleet Ave.
Thursday 11th December, 10am - 4pm at The HUB Fleetwood, North Albert St.
Saturday 20th December, 12noon - 3pm, Fleetwood Town FC, Highbury Stadium.
The health checks are open to anyone aged 40 - 74 without pre-existing medical conditions. There's no need to pre-book for these AND you can also pick up a voucher for FREE coffee & cake at The HUB / Strive events - redeemable on the day at the cafes.
The health check bus is also at Affinity Lancashire Outlet on Sunday 9th November from 10am to 4pm ...
Time is running out to nominate a charity or community group for the King's Award for Voluntary Service.
Fleetwood has been well represented in recent years. Healthier Fleetwood was proud to receive the Queen's Award as it was in 2022 and Fleetwood Beach Wheelchairs was recognised with an inaugural King's Award last year. Nominations close on December 1st
Healthier Fleetwood's FREE 2026 calendars are available now!
You can pick up one (or more) from our Information Centre between 10am and 2pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. There's plenty to go round so we will also be dropping off copies to community venues across Fleetwood over the next few weeks. Any locally-based voluntary groups and organisations who'd like some to pass on to their members and clients, please email listening@healthierfleetwood.co.uk
FOCUS ON #KCA - Cancer Support Group
#KCA ... Kick Cancer Away is a resident-led cancer support group making a huge difference in the Fleetwood community.
The weekly peer support group is held on Thursday mornings from 10am to around noon at Trinity Baptist Church on Dronsfield Road, Fleetwood. It's a friendly and informal gathering for anyone, at any stage of a cancer journey from diagnosis to aftercare, and to their family and friends. The members share suggestions for help in the local community, other groups and activities to try but most of all ... they are there to listen.
Lesley founded the group following her experience with cancer. She says. "As time goes by we get to meet and support so many amazing cancer warriors. We do, sadly. along the way lose people. Being able to be a part of their lives, no matter for how long, supporting them and their loved ones makes me happy this group was formed. Even with the love and support of my family and friends my cancer journey was hard and lonely. By building this group from scratch, we can ensure that no one else has to feel lost and alone."
One of the amazing projects KCA have supported is the creation of a fishing lake for cancer patients and their families, living in the Fylde Coast. Adjacent to the Glenholme care home in Bispham it's become a very special place, somewhere to enjoy the activity but also to spend some quiet time and reflect. The success of the lake is down to the fundraising and hard work of the volunteers, led by Eddie, himself a cancer survivor.
KCA play their part in the wider community, supporting other groups and events. Ayshea took part in the Fleetwood Donkey Derby; Lesley, Barbara and members of the group regularly update their news at the Healthier Fleetwood monthly meetings and they'd usually be planning a Christmas Fair but instead, look out for details of a special fundraising event in the New Year!
In the last week KCA has become a CIC. Community Interest Company status will open up more opportunities for funding and partnership work in the future ... the group already support initiatives with Macmillan Cancer, other organisations and voluntary groups.
A huge thankyou to Lesley and everyone at KCA for everything you do.
> For further information on the group, telephone 07918 453167
COMMUNITY EVENTS for November ...
Fleetwood Firework Display
Wednesday 5th November from 5.15pm
Marine Hall Gardens
Hosted by Fleetwood Town Council there's a DJ and entertainment from 5.15pm with the display at 6.30pm. Plus a range of food vendors with some tasty treats.
FREE to attend!
Christmas Market
Saturday 8th November, 11am - 2pm
Fleetwood Methodist Church
Stalls of home-decor, skincare, toys, jewellery, fragrance, cakes & bakes and more. Live music and a pop-up photo studio - suggested donation of £5.
Free entry to event.
NHS Healthcheck
Sunday 9th November, 10am - 4pm
Affinity Lancashire Outlet
Offering a blood pressure check and time for a lifestyle conversation with a member of the team. Anyone aged 40-74 is eligible to attend these sessions although pre-booking required.
Healthier Fleetwood Open Meeting
Wednesday 12th November, 6.30pm
Emmanuel Mount Church, Mount Road
Find out what's happening in your community and how to get involved. Suggest ideas for something new and be supported to make it happen! All welcome.
Doors and a brew from 6pm, we usually finish around 8.30pm. No need to book.
Please note the change of date for the Open Meeting ... put back a week to avoid a clash with Bonfire Night events. Thank you.
Lancashire Night
Friday 14th November, 7pm
Fleetwood Bowling Club, Upp' Lune St
Friends of Fleetwood Museum invite you to celebrate Lancashire night! Hot pot supper, poems, a Lancashire quiz, a raffle and tunes by 'Trouble at t'Mill' & Friends. Tickets: £10 for "Friends" members and £12 for non-members - available from Fleetwood Museum (subject to availability)
> Telephone 01253 876621
Christmas Market
Saturday 15th November, 10am - 2pm
Fleetwood Library, North Albert Street
There's stalls to browse and live music to listen to at Fleetwood Library. Crafters and small businesses are invited to take a stall (max fee £10).
> For info, email fleetwoodlibraryfriends@outlook.com
Christmas Market
Sunday 16th November, 10am - 4pm
Rossall School, Broadway
Rossall School invite you to enjoy the festive stalls, delicious treats, and holiday cheer ... something for the whole family in a unique, historic setting.
Sea Shanty ... Fish & Chip Supper
Friday 21st November, 7pm
Fleetwood Cons Club, Lowther Avenue
Harmony & Health singers, and Fleetwood Shanty Crew host an evening of music & fun in support of the RNLI. Tickets at £10pp includes a Fish & Chip supper.
Tickets in advance to place the food order.
> Contact Shirley on 07940 030925
An Evening of Clairvoyance
Tuesday 25th November, 6pm for 7pm
Heart of the Hub Cafe, HUB Fleetwood
Enjoy a hearty pie dinner and a drink, before the Clairvoyance session with International psychic medium David Taylor. Come for the food, stay for the experience, and help charity ONE FYLDE to support people with learning disabilities and autism. £20pp.
90th Birthday Tea Dance
Thursday 27th November, 1.30pm
Marine Hall, Fleetwood
Celebrate a special day in the history of Fleetwood's iconic entertainment venue. There's a tea dance, refreshments and a heritage film about Marine Hall. Tickets are FREE but must be pre-booked.
> Book your tickets by email to marinehall@wyre.gov.uk
Festive Lights Switch On
Saturday 29th November from 4.30pm
Lord Street and Marine Hall
The lantern parade will set off from Fisherman's Walk at 4.30pm, heading through the town along Lord Street, North Albert Street and onto The Esplanade ... for the Switch-On Ceremony and Concert.
More details to be announced!
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!
COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR
WHAT'S ON across Fleetwood
Any additions and amendments ... please contact us by email to listening@healthierfleetwood.co.uk
COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS
A round up of news, events and appeals ahead of the Festive season.
The press launch for this year's Marine Hall panto Cinderella was held at the venue earlier this in the week.
Our 'Roving Reporters' Reece & Sunny went along to meet the cast and find out more about the show.
We'll have more from them in next week's bulletin.
> Info and schools: Call 01253 887693 or email marinehall@wyre.gov.uk
Young people in the Fleetwood area are being invited to sign-up to take part in the 'Teenage Market' this Christmas.
Run by the social enterprise Place For Youth, and funded by UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) the event is at Fleetwood Market on Sunday 14 December 2025 from 10am - 3pm. There's also a Cleveleys event on Saturday 13th. To celebrate Christmas with the community the outdoor area of Fleetwood Market will be transformed into a fun-filled festive space, somewhere for young people who have a creative hobby or passion for performing to get involved. Whether it’s handmade gifts, art, clothing, crafts, photography, bakes or live music, The Teenage Market provides a free and supportive platform for young people to showcase their creative talent.
> Anyone interested in taking part in the Fleetwood event can sign up for free via the website at www.theteenagemarket.co.uk or email scarlet@theteenagemarket.co.uk
A reminder of the Fleetwood Together Christmas Appeal for 2025.
Westview Community Association, Fleetwood Town Community Trust and Boathouse Fleetwood are working in partnership to support families in need over the festive period. Donations of gift items and non-perishable food are very welcome to be redistributed in hampers.
Healthier Fleetwood Information Centre is one of the drop-of points.
AND FINALLY ...
... thank you to Jane from Visit Fylde Coast for calling in to The HUB recently, chatting with some of the partners and recording two terrific videos. Jane's been visiting businesses, tourist attractions and community venues for many years and shares what she sees and hears with a huge slice of Lancashire wit and warmth.
and subscribe to the Visit Fylde channel for upcoming videos.
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... we look forward to seeing you all soon and until the next time, take care.
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