My Community- Penrith

20/10/2025

Westmorland and Furness Council has partnered with SSAFA Cumbria, the Armed Forces charity, to offer confidential drop-in sessions for veterans, serving personnel and their families.

📍 Location: Penrith Library, St Andrews Churchyard, Penrith CA11 7YA
🕑 Time: 2pm-4pm
📅 When: 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month

Get practical, financial and emotional support in a welcoming and confidential space. Whether you need advice or just someone to talk to, SSAFA is here to help.

Find out more about our Armed Forces support at https://www.westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk/your-environment/your-community/community-safety/armed-forces-personnel or drop us an email at armedforces@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk.

20/10/2025

We had a fun time yesterday at the SundayFunday.

20/10/2025

🌟 Have your say! 🌟

Westmorland & Furness Family Hubs want to hear from young people and their families! 💬
Help shape the future of services in your community — your voice matters. 🙌

🗣️ Tell them what you think by completing our short online survey.
🎁 As a thank you, you could be entered into a prize draw to win a £50 Amazon voucher!

👉 Scan the QR code on the image or visit the website to take part. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YourFamilyHubsYP

Together, we can make a difference for local families 💚

20/10/2025

Interested in volunteering?
Join us at our Eden Volunteer Fair!

This will be an excellent opportunity to speak to organisations directly to find out what is involved, and how YOU could make a difference!

Wednesday 22nd October,
Penrith Leisure Centre,
11am-1pm, drop in any time

ALL WELCOME!!
Take the next step in your rewarding and enjoyable volunteering journey.
More info: https://volunteering.cumbriacvs.org.uk/volunteers/events/3700

These events are part of our This Is Us project, made possible by Westmorland and Furness Council through funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

20/10/2025

What a fabulous start to the Centre for Leadership Performance Bright stars project with Rockliffe CE Primary School.

A fabulous bunch of entrepreneurs who came up with so many ideas, they worked together to bring their ideas together and create something for the whole community. Their event will bring the School and wider community together, strengthening bonds, reducing isolation & loneliness and promoting positive mental health and wellbeing.

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18/10/2025

17/10/2025

A fabulous evening with Penrith Chamber of Trade and Commerce at Roundthorn Country House celebrating the Stars of Business awards 2025. Huge Congratulations to 4EDEN for winning best childcare category & CEO Jacqui Taylor for being nominated as Penrithian of the year.

17/10/2025

WOW - fantastic 😍😍😍

16/10/2025

🎨✨ Inclusive Art Festival at Rheged! ✨🎨
🗓 Saturday, November 8th
🕙 10am – 1pm
📍 Rheged Centre, Penrith
Join us for a joyful celebration of creativity, community, and inclusion! 🌈
💃 DanceSyndrome bringing movement and magic
🎤 Oneness Sancara live performance
🗣 Talking Circle – share, connect, reflect
💇‍♀️ Hair Braiding with Integrate Cumbria
🎺 No Barrs Brass Session – inclusive music for all
🎥 Mobius Loop Media – creative storytelling and film
🎨 Art & Craft Stations for every age and Ability
🧸 Soft Play for little ones
🖼 Decoupage & Crafts to spark your imagination
🥁 Drum Session with the amazing BlueJam Arts
This is a free, inclusive event welcoming everyone – families, individuals, and community groups. Come as you are and be part of something beautiful! 💖

Book here: https://www.mycommunitypenrith.co.uk/events

📸 Tag us in your photos and use to share the joy

16/10/2025

16/10/2025

🇬🇧Grab your tickets at the RBL Club or Tourist information centre!

Going to be a great night!🇬🇧