19/05/2026
Making Space for Wellbeing: Joint Events for Cumberland Town and Parish Councils
CALC is pleased to be working in partnership with Cumberland Council to bring 2 valuable events to town and parish councils across the Cumberland area, focusing on the growing role that local councils can play in supporting community wellbeing.
Making Space for Wellbeing: Nature-Based Community Approaches are joint Cumberland Council and CALC events designed specifically for town and parish councillors and clerks in the Cumberland area, offering an opportunity to explore how nature-based and community-led approaches can support healthier, more connected, and more resilient communities.
As the level of local government closest to residents, town and parish councils are often uniquely placed to help shape initiatives that improve wellbeing—whether through the use of green spaces, community partnerships, local projects, walking groups, gardening initiatives, or wider environmental and social wellbeing programmes.
These events will provide an opportunity to hear more about the benefits of nature-based approaches, learn from existing initiatives, and consider what practical opportunities may exist within your own communities. With increasing pressures on public services and a growing focus on prevention, early intervention, and community resilience, this is an area likely to become increasingly important for local councils.
The session will also provide an excellent opportunity to network with colleagues, share ideas, and explore how partnership working can help deliver positive outcomes for local residents.
CALC encourages councillors and clerks with an interest in community wellbeing, open spaces, environmental initiatives, and community development to consider attending.
This is a fantastic example of partnership working between principal and local councils, helping to bring forward practical ideas and opportunities that can make a real difference in our communities.
Workington Leisure Centre - booking link below
Tuesday 2 June
9:30 AM - 1 PM
Carlisle Civic Centre - booking link and programme will be shared closer to the event
Tuesday 21 July
12.30 - 4pm
