Feering Parish Council

08/09/2026

❄️ Get Ready For Winter ❄️
❄️ AgeWell Fair ❄️

📅 Thursday 8th October
⏰ 10:00 - 13:00
📍 Witham Public Hall, Collingwood Road, Witham, CM8 2DY

No need to book and admission is FREE*

Getting older can be difficult to navigate. Come along and find out how local services can support you and those you care for.

30+ local organisations will be attending to offer you advice, support and help.

*If you do choose to register, you will receive a FREE GOODIE BAG.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/witham-age-well-fair-8th-october-2026-tickets-1996980423203

07/09/2026

📢 Not one but TWO FREE 📢
📢 90 Minute Business Masterclasses! 📢
📢 This TUESDAY, 8th September 📢

📅 The Saracen's Head Hotel, High Street, Great Dunmow CM6 1AG
📍Tuesday 8th September

Masterclass - AI & Productivity – How to Work Smarter
⏰ 10:00 - 11:30

In just 90 minutes, you will discover how to use practical AI tools to save time, improve organisation and boost productivity in your business with this hands-on, easy-to-follow masterclass.

Book your space:
https://the-consortium.cademy.io/smarter

Masterclass - Pivot and Innovate for New Opportunities
⏰ 12:00 - 13:30

In just 90 minutes, you will discover how to identify new income opportunities and adapt your business to changing markets with this practical, forward-thinking masterclass.

Book your space:
https://the-consortium.cademy.io/pivot

NEEB Link is a high-impact, fully-funded business support programme designed to help eligible businesses in the districts of: Braintree, Chelmsford, Colchester, Maldon, Tendring and Uttlesford start, grow and thrive. Building on the success of the 2025/26 programme, it combines expert advice, practical learning and digital innovation to deliver real, measurable results for businesses across North Essex.
https://neeb.org.uk/

07/09/2026

Come along to this lovely friendly group

We are back open on Wednesday !
All welcome no need to pre book just turn up.
Cash only 🐞

06/09/2026

From Forces to NHS

Are you a Veteran, Reservist, or Armed Forces Family? Thinking of a career in the NHS?

EPUT have roles ranging from healthcare posts to support services and they need your skills!

If you would like to learn more about the roles and training available, sign up to be notified of the EPUT virtual events calendar.

The event will be taking place:

📅 1 October 2026
⏰ 11am
📍 Virtual

The event will cover:

EPUT as an Armed Forces friendly employer
Apprenticeship opportunities
Their one-of-a-kind Healthcare Assistant Academy
The diverse range of clinical and non-clinical roles on offer
How to apply
Q&A

Signup for the Virtual Recruitment Event at: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=slTDN7CF9UeyIge0jXdO4zqosIgOkcRCgX_fUN690K5UQVRHN01WOEhUWjI5RlBJS0xZQUNZTTFMUi4u

05/09/2026

📢💻✉️ Free Digital Skills Training ✉️💻📢

Improve your confidence online with Braintree District Council, Colne Valley Primary Care Network, Essex County Council Libraries, We Are Group and UK Power Networks.

Training is across two sessions in October and available to attend in both Witham and Earls Colne.

You will need to bring your own device and upon completion of the training will receive a UK Power Networks goodie bag!

HURRY - spaces are limited and filling fast!

04/09/2026

🍁🕸️🪱Starting TOMORROW, Saturday 5th September 🍁🕸️🪱

Back to school means it's time to get back to Forest School with Explore Essex!

Nature connection isn't just for children. Spending time outdoors can benefit the whole family.

Join Explore Essex for Family Forest School at Danbury Country Park from Saturday 5 September.

Book now to secure your place:
https://www.explore-essex.com/whats-on/family-forest-school-at-danbury-country-park

Then from Monday 14 September, the Explore Essex regular weekday sessions return:

🌿 Woodland Play Sessions for under-5s
🕙 10am to 12pm
🌿 Home Education Sessions for children aged 5+
🕧 12:30pm to 2:30pm

Book a series of six sessions and enjoy nature-based activities, woodland crafts, imaginative play, physical challenges and hands-on building projects.

Find out more and book via the Explore Essex website:
https://www.explore-essex.com/schools-and-groups/forest-schools

03/09/2026

🧁🧀🥖 Local Artisan Market 🥖🧀🧁
🧁🧀🥖 This SATURDAY, 5th September 🥖🧀🧁

📅 Saturday 5th September
⏰ 10am until 4pm
📍The Grove Shopping Centre, Witham

Join The Grove Shopping Centre for a fabulous day of shopping small, supporting local & discovering gorgeous handmade treasures!

Meet a wonderful selection of local artisans, makers and small businesses showcasing their unique creations.

02/09/2026

📢 Your Parish Councillors in the Community 📢

Last Wednesday, the 26th August, our Parish Councillor Jo Spencer attended the Kelvedon and Feering Health and Wellbeing Coffee Morning.

Held at the Kelvedon United Reform Church in Partnership with The Wellness Collective, this monthly event is for everyone who wants to find out more about Health & Wellbeing Coach Offers and Social Prescriber Offers Support.

📅 Held every last Wednesday of the month
⏰ 8:30am - 11am
📍 Kelvedon United Reform Church, 89 High Street, Kelvedon CO5 9AE (across from the Co-op)

Why not pop along to the next event!

01/09/2026

Community Mini-Market Place

📅 Thursday 3 September
⏰ from 10am to 1pm
📍 Coggeshall Market

Information and support from Essex Dementia Care, Crossroads Braintree & Chelmsford, Robin Cancer Trust, Westgate Healthcare, Kinder Essex, Essex Fire and Rescue.

Go along to find out more!

31/08/2026

🐾 THIRD TIME LUCKY 🐾
🐾 for Braintree District Council's Dog Day! 🐾

Bring your furry friend along and enjoy a FREE fun filled day for dog lovers of all ages!

📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 10 AM - 2 PM
📍Weavers Park, Bocking End, Braintree

Join the family dog show and...

Take part in some fantastic free activities

Meet your local community safety partners

Discover local groups and community projects

This event is part of the Safer Streets Project bringing the community together.

Book now and receive a FREE goodie bag on the day.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dog-day-tickets-1987890663487