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06/09/2026

🎃We welcome local children to show us your best autumn themed fancy dress outfits at the Spalding Pumpkin Festival 2026 on Saturday 3rd October.

🏆Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners sponsored by Spalding Lions Club and SHDC Communities & Events Team.

⏰To enter, come to the stage in Hall Place at 12.30pm - judging will take place at 12.45pm - good luck and please share this post!!

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05/09/2026

🎃 NEW for 2026 – Pumpkin Carving Competition! 🎃

As part of this year’s Spalding Pumpkin Festival 2026 on Saturday 3rd October, we invite you to enter our Pumpkin Carving Competition.

Join in the fun to win a prize and have a chance to be involved in the planning and creation of our fantastic Pumpkin Sculptures at next year’s Festival!

• FREE entry
• Open to ages 13 years and over
• One pumpkin per entry
• Must be carved at home by the entrant (there are no facilities for carving on the day)
• Entries can include painting and other decorations but carving must be the main element of your design
• Bring your carved pumpkin to Hall Place, Spalding by 1.30pm on Saturday 3rd October
• Winner will be announced on stage at approximately 2.25pm

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04/09/2026

We can't wait for the return of the Spalding Pumpkin Festival 2026 on Saturday 3rd October. Join us in the town centre from 11am to 3pm for a packed day of entertainment.

🎃Stage with live entertainment all day in Hall Place
🎃FREE children's entertainment and activities in Hall Place and Sheep Market
🎃Pumpkin Sculptures by Jonathan Nicholls
🎃Pumpkin Display by Tyrrells Farm
🎃Seasonal market stalls in Sheep Market
🎃Regular Saturday market in Market Place
🎃11.30am Children's fancy dress competition on stage sponsored by Spalding Lions Club
🎃1.30pm Pumpkin carving competition for over 13's (carve your pumpkin at home and bring it for judging at the stage)
🎃Great photo opportunities with our walkabout entertainers

📣Please share this post and we can't wait to see you there!

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02/09/2026

🍽️ **Join us this Thursday at the Hub in Advice Café!**

Come along to Project St Thomas for an affordable hot lunch, friendly company and a warm welcome.

💚 **Hot meal for just £1.50**
🕛 **Food served from 12 noon–1pm**
☕ **Venue open until 2.30pm**

Advice and practical support are available if you would find them helpful—but you do not need to access any support to join us.

You are very welcome to simply come in, enjoy an affordable lunch and spend some time with others. There is no referral or booking required.

📅 **Every Thursday**
📍 **Project St Thomas**

Come on your own, bring a friend or tell someone who may enjoy joining us. Everyone is welcome! 💚

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To make contact with us please email us on-
[email protected]

or telephone the Parish office on 01775 722056 or call 07719189528

02/09/2026

🐴 A PONY EXPERIENCE – Children ages 2-8🐴

✨ A wonderful fun‑filled & educational afternoon Raw Equine Equestrian Centre✨

💡 What will they do?
✅ Meet our sweet gentle ponies 🦄
✅ Groom & care‑for them
✅ Learn all about ponies’ needs & food
✅ Have a gentle, fully‑supervised pony sit
✅ Build kindness, confidence & curiosity outdoors!

📅 DATE: Saturday 26th Sept 2026
⏰ TIME: 1pm - 4pm
💷 PRICE: £45 per child
👧👶 AGES: Perfect for ages 2 – 8 years old

ℹ️ IMPORTANT INFO:
🔹 Parents / Guardians of children under 5 MUST stay for the session
🔹 Minimum group size = 3 children to book
🔹 Limited spaces — booking is ESSENTIAL! 💨

👇 Drop us a message / comment below or contact us to reserve spots today!
📩 [email protected]📍 Raw Equestrian Centre

02/09/2026

29/08/2026

🌯 ***LAST DAY*** - FREE FOOD AT THE ZONE SPALDING! 🍟

Heading to The Zone in Spalding this week? The first 30 young people to check in each day can grab a FREE meal deal from Wrap Shack Street Food – including a wrap, fries and a drink! (food available 12-2pm) 🙌

The Zone is a free pop-up space for young people aged 11–18, with loads to do throughout the day – from gaming and crafts to music, creative workshops and more.

📍 Hall Place, Spalding
📅 Tuesday 25 – Saturday 29 August
⏰ 11am – 5pm

Just check in at The Zone when you arrive to be in with a chance of getting yours. First 30 each day, while stocks last!

Find out more and register at getinthezone.uk

28/08/2026

After taking a little break to cool off and recharge over the summer, Sunflowers will be meeting again on 14 September, and we'd love to see you there.

Sunflowers is a friendly, welcoming space where you can connect with others, take part as much or as little as you wish, and simply enjoy being part of the group. There is never any expectation to share personal experiences or discuss anything you don't want to.

If you'd like to join us, please book your place using the link: After taking a little break to cool off and recharge over the summer, Sunflowers will be meeting again on 14 September, and we'd love to see you there.

Sunflowers is a friendly, welcoming space where you can connect with others, take part as much or as little as you wish, and simply enjoy being part of the group. There is never any expectation to share personal experiences or discuss anything you don't want to.

If you'd like to join us, please book your place using the link: Project St Thomas: Sunflowers women's group: Your path, your plan - 14 Sep 1pm- 3pm

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/project-st-thomas-sunflowers-womens-group-your-path-your-plan-14-sep-tickets-1999083114409

We look forward to catching up with familiar faces and welcoming anyone new who would like to come along.
If you have questions about the venue or anything else going on at Project St Thomas, Spalding, please email Tracey directly at [email protected]

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To make contact with us please email us on-
[email protected]

or telephone the Parish office on 01775 722056 or call 07719189528

28/08/2026

📅 **There’s always something happening at Project St Thomas!**

We have activities and opportunities for all ages—from baby and family sessions, youth clubs and martial arts to music, friendship groups, affordable food and free money advice.

Take a look at our weekly timetable to find something for you. Whether you want to try a new activity, meet other people, enjoy an affordable lunch or access some support, you will always receive a warm welcome.

📍 **Project St Thomas**
52 St Thomas’ Road, Spalding, PE11 2XX

📞 **07719 189528**
📧 **[[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])**

Please save and share our timetable with your friends, family and local networks—you never know who might find the perfect session for them! 💚

Munroe Medical Clinic Spalding & Rural Community Connectors Hello Spalding SHDC_Communities

To make contact with us please email us on-
[email protected]

or telephone the Parish office on 01775 722056 or call 07719189528

28/08/2026

🌯 DON'T FORGET - FREE FOOD AT THE ZONE SPALDING! 🍟

Heading to The Zone in Spalding this week? The first 30 young people to check in each day can grab a FREE meal deal from Wrap Shack Street Food – including a wrap, fries and a drink! (food available 12-2pm) 🙌

The Zone is a free pop-up space for young people aged 11–18, with loads to do throughout the day – from gaming and crafts to music, creative workshops and more.

📍 Hall Place, Spalding
📅 Tuesday 25 – Saturday 29 August
⏰ 11am – 5pm

Just check in at The Zone when you arrive to be in with a chance of getting yours. First 30 each day, while stocks last!

Find out more and register at getinthezone.uk