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The build up to Christmas was its usual busy time. Over forty members baked and decorated Christmas Cakes and some made gifts for family and friends. Due to the increase in numbers, we hired St James’ Church hall, where over … Continue reading →

Thanks to an amazing effort by Ros, one of our trustees, and a company called SWIFT, we have been fortunate to have a new extension added to the rear of the building. Our decked area has been replaced by a … Continue reading →

After slightly longer than anticipated, we finally completed our virtual bike ride to Blackpool. Phil and Robbie started the journey and were the pair to finish it! We nearly achieved our target of £500, coming in at £462. This has … Continue reading →

For the first time in a few years, we held a Halloween Party for the members. We capped the numbers at forty which turned out to be the perfect number. Members played games, danced and tucked into a buffet. Most … Continue reading →

On October 17th, a large group of the centre’s members visited the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth. A great day was had by all and members are still talking about the trip!

We are sad to report that one of our former members, Vincent, passed away peacefully on the 19th September. His last attendance at the centre was back in March, having been a member for over six years. We followed his … Continue reading →

Members have been really busy with recent activities. With the Olympics taking place in August, outdoor games were linked. Javelin throwing proved very popular, with the bulk of daily members giving it a go and there was also archery in … Continue reading →

Our ride is continuing and we’ve made it past Middlewich, with just over 80 miles to go. Emma R has cycled to furthest so far, having covered 25 miles! Nearly half the centre’s members plus staff and placement students have … Continue reading →

On the back of the Millfield trip, several members asked for their faces to be painted! Not to disappoint, Carolyn, the centre’s Activities Coordinator, and a couple of students had some creative fun. It must be Birthday Season at present! … Continue reading →

Our bike ride is making good progress. We’ve had nearly forty members, staff, support workers and placement students putting in a few km (the display only does kms!). We’re not far from Gloucester, which is a fair distance but we … Continue reading →