A launch event will be held on Sunday 24 September, from 10am to 12.30pm, to celebrate the completion of works at Castle Park Tennis Courts in Penrith. The event will feature free, family-friendly tennis activities as well as a first-look at the new courts.
Free tennis activities and coaching will be on offer for all ages and abilities. Rackets and balls will be provided, so all are invited to come along and give tennis a try.
Find out more details of the launch event activities, Free Park Tennis sessions, Pay & Play court bookings, and annual memberships that offer free court bookings.
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Cumbria Fostering is set launch its latest recruitment campaign across the county next Tuesday (26 September), with the release of a powerful new film created in collaboration with 80 other local authority fostering services.
The film, Any of Us, highlights the fact that people from all walks of life and backgrounds have the potential to foster and will be available to watch, on our website and on our You Tube channel, from noon on the 26 September.
During our campaign you can speak to our friendly team and foster carers at a number of events in your local area:
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Thursday 28 September - Virtual fostering information event from 7pm to 8pm. To book a place please email events@cumbriafostering.org.uk
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Tuesday 3 October - Fostering information drop in at Barrow Costa, Hindpool Retail Park (next to Subway) from 12pm to 1pm
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Thursday 12 October - Fostering information event at the Penrith Methodist Church (Sandgate Room) from 6.30pm to 8.30pm
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Saturday 21 October - Fostering information stand at Barrow AFC fan zone at the Holker Street Stadium in Barrow from 3pm
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Saturday 28 October - Fostering information stand at the Winter Droving in Penrith town centre from 11am onwards
You can find out more about fostering on Cumbria Fostering's website or speak to our team on 0300 013 2065.
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Voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations are being invited to apply for a share of a new £350k grant fund created by Westmorland and Furness Council to provide money advice services to local communities.
We are welcoming applications from organisations with a track record of providing good quality money advice services – such as debt management, budgeting advice, cost of living support, benefits advice, and mortgage/rent advice.
Applicants will also be required to provide clear evidence and information to support their proposal to deliver the service in particular locations and venues, providing a full description on how they intend to reach those who need their service.
The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 13 October 2023.
Find out more information about the 'Money Advice Outreach Fund' and how to apply
We are developing a Grants Policy to provide consistent grant funding programmes that deliver on council priorities, support local communities and help to maintain a sustainable Voluntary Community Faith Social Enterprise sector in Westmorland and Furness.
This survey will help to develop our policy and procedures so they work better for all applicants and the communities they serve.
We look forward to receiving your views and feedback.
The survey will close on Friday 29 September.
Are you in search of a job that aligns with your lifestyle? Join us at the CLEP Flexible Working Recruitment Event!
Save the date:
📍 Kendal: Tuesday 26 September, 10am to 5pm - Kendal Town Hall
Don't miss this opportunity to explore exciting job openings and discover how you can achieve a good work-life balance by working for us. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, Westmorland and Furness Council has a place for you.
Join us at this event and discover your future with us - no pre booking required and free to attend!
We are now inviting applications from providers to be part of winter’s Holiday Activity and Food Programme.
The closing date is Friday 6 October. To request an application pack please email: HAF@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk
New to the area? If you recently moved, make sure to check your voter registration details!
Research shows that recent home movers are less likely to be registered. Please follow the instructions sent by Westmorland and Furness Council by post or visit the Government website.
Join us! There are currently 93 job opportunities available to apply for now.
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