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Archive for month: May, 2016
Survivors take a Step out for Stroke in Nantwich
The Stroke Association is hosting a Step out for Stroke walk at Reaseheath College, Nantwich on Saturday 4th June. This family fundraising event is open to everyone, regardless of age or ability, and organisers are asking people to register now to take part alongside stroke survivors and their families.
Step out for Stroke is an event for everyone affected by stroke, and can be as long or as short as participants can manage. For stroke survivors, this challenge often marks their first steps since their stroke.
Laura McMullin, Regional Fundraiser at the Stroke Association, said: “We’re looking forward to seeing some truly inspirational people who will be taking their first steps since their stroke, and others who have challenged themselves to achieve new goals on the day.
“Step out for Stroke is a fun walk for everyone, no matter what your age or fitness level, it’s the perfect event to take part in alongside friends and family. It’s a chance to raise vital funds for the Stroke Association, so every step makes a difference, and we want Step out for Stroke 2016 to be our biggest year yet.
“In 2015, we were thrilled to hold 50 Step out for Stroke events across the UK which raised more than £150,000. Join us this year to help even more stroke survivors take their first steps on the road to recovery so together, we can conquer stroke.”
Marie Morgan, event organiser says: “Stroke happens in an instant, but its effects can last a lifetime. Far too many people don’t understand the condition or think it will ever happen to them. We believe everyone affected by stroke should get the support they need to make the best possible recovery.
We’re inviting the whole community to come to this fun day out and help us make it an event to remember. “
Meredydd David, Reaseheath Principal, said: “We are delighted to welcome the Stroke Association and its supporters to our campus and wish them every success with their fund raising event.”
There are more than14,600 strokes each year in the North West and over 157,370 people living with the effects of stroke.
To sign up and find out more about Step out for Stroke visit www.stroke.org.uk/stepout
Reaseheath students help to clean up Nantwich for the Queen’s birthday
Members of Reaseheath College’s Student Association picked litter from one of Nantwich’s major gateways as their contribution to the ‘Clean for the Queen’ campaign.
Wearing hi vis vests and armed with litter pickers and bin liners, the students cleared refuse from the A51 roundabout and major roads near to the college campus in Nantwich. Their efforts were part of a national campaign, launched by Country Life magazine in partnership with Keep Britain Tidy, to clean up Britain in time for The Queen’s 90th birthday in June.
The students joined a growing army of volunteers, including Nantwich Litter Group, who are determined to make the town litter free in time for the celebration.
‘Clean for the Queen’ is the biggest ever community-led clean-up of the country’s streets, parks, roadside verges and hedgerows. The campaign is supported by the Government and by Cheshire East Council. The Cheshire East Street Cleansing team (ANSA) supports the efforts of all volunteer litter groups.
Nantwich Litter Group (NLG), formed in 2010, is group of volunteers who help to keep the town tidy, promote pride in the local environment and raise awareness of the anti-social nature of littering. The group have already held a ‘Clean for the Queen’ litter pick in March covering a large area of the town.
NLG Volunteer Co-ordinator Joyce Webb said: “This is a particularly important campaign and we were delighted that students from Reaseheath College offered to become involved. Many visitors and business people gain their first impressions of Nantwich when they arrive at the Reaseheath roundabout so it’s particularly important that it’s clean and tidy.
“We welcome support from any local individuals, organisations or businesses who would like to get involved with this campaign. By working together we can really make a difference and ensure Nantwich is at its best in time for the Queen’s birthday.”
For further details about the ‘Clean for the Queen’ campaign or Nantwich Litter Group email joycewebb47@hotmail.com
Reaseheath College gears up for Family Festival
Reaseheath College’s Family Festival is gearing up to be one of the best value days out in Cheshire.
The action-packed festival, to be held on the college’s Nantwich campus on Sunday May 15, will offer hundreds of activities and displays which appeal to all ages. A family ticket costs just £15 (two adults, three children) or less if booked in advance on-line.
The Knights of Middle England will thrill with a jousting show
Headline acts this year include The Knights of Middle England, who will thrill spectators with a medieval jousting show featuring armoured knights on horseback and in unmounted combat as the cheating Black Knight tries to trick his way through the tournament.
Family entertainment is also guaranteed from Team Extreme, world class BMX stunt riders and skaters, who defy gravity in an acrobatic display of gymnastics on wheels.
Another exciting act will deliver a conservation message in a fun way. The Gorillas, four realistic mountain gorillas, will be joined by their explorer friend to tell visitors about the threat of extinction facing the species.
The Manchester School of Samba will bring a carnival atmosphere to the festival with eye-catching dance and costumes.
Visitors will be able to ‘have a go’ themselves at activities run by staff and students ranging from tree climbing and bushcraft to brick laying and operating a digger. Other highlights include sheep shearing, a calf show, horse riding displays, tours of the college zoo and food processing halls, a fun dog show and musical acts on the main lawn.
The Gorillas will deliver a conservation message in a fun way at Reaseheath’s Family Festival
Opportunities for refreshments range from vintage teas to locally produced products and ice creams. Car parking is free.
Festival organiser Faye Thomson-Butt, who is the college’s Deputy Marketing Manager, said: “We have tried to build on our Family Festival year upon year so that it offers real value to our local community. It has become a not-to-be-missed event for many families and we are looking forward to welcoming our visitors for what promises to be a fabulous day out.”
Updates at www.reaseheath.ac.uk/family-festival