 Helping to fill posts at new supermarket
We’re thrilled to have played a part in launching a new Sainsbury's store at Arborfield Green.
The branch has 75 staff from the local area, including 60 newcomers to the company, 45 of whom joined after attending a recruitment drop-in that we helped to organise. More than 100 people attended the event in early July, which included specialist advice from the Department for Work and Pensions on in-work benefits.
The new store was built by developers under a legal agreement linked to new development at the former Arborfield Garrison.
It has heat recovery systems, rainwater harvesting and rooftop solar panels, in line with our sustainability requirements for new development.
It was opened by Cali, aged 10, a pupil in year 5 at Farley Hill Primary School, who won a competition to design a special shopping bag just for the branch.
It’s part of a wider district centre that’s outlined in our Local Plan, which will create further jobs when it opens, and follows the opening of a new Lidl at Shinfield last year.
 Take another look at volunteering
The need for volunteering in our community remains as strong as ever, and we’re just as keen to talk to businesses about this as we are to our residents.
Your staff could benefit hugely from helping out, so drop into the recruitment fair to meet some of the charities that help local people every day.
Our business community has enormous potential to change lives, and this is a great opportunity to learn more and start those conversations with colleagues. Volunteering can also work around job commitments - a 15 minute befriending phone call could make a difference.
When: Saturday 11 October
Where: Wokingham Town Hall, Market Place, RG40 1AS
Time: 10am to 1pm
The event, co-ordinated by the Wokingham Volunteer Centre, will offer the opportunity to meet several local charities who are responding to the cost-of-living crisis and currently seeking volunteers. Light refreshments will be available.
 Global fashion expertise is brought to town
Located at 22 Market Place in Wokingham, Feather & Sole is a great addition to the independent traders who have settled in the town.
Shop owner and designer Amy Pepper brings over 20 years experience in shoe and accessory design, including her own brand.
Raised in Binfield, Amy has a passion for Wokingham. She says " the town has a great community atmosphere and being involved is very important to me."
The boutique features Amy’s designs alongside carefully selected treasures from UK and European craftsmen.
 Advertise your business and make a positive impact
Steps for Trees is a free mobile app that encourages communities to get more active while making a positive social and environmental impact - all through walking!
For every 10,000 steps a user takes, we plant a tree on their behalf and contribute to Wokingham school funds and other local good causes.
Partnering as a sponsor means you’ll be supporting residents, schools, and the environment while gaining measurable benefits for your business.
Key sponsor benefits:
- Reach thousands of engaged users across Wokingham
- Align your brand with a positive social and environmental initiative
- Your sponsorship directly funds tree planting and local schools
- Only pay for trees planted and meaningful user engagement
- Share rewards or offers to drive footfall and web traffic
This will be integrated into My Journey as a walking initiative.
Help us turn everyday steps into positive change!
Wokingham Positive Difference+
Date and Time: 19 September, 8am
Hosted by: WPD+
FORE Business Wokingham - Golf & Networking
Date and Time: 04 September, 8.30am
Hosted by: Fore Business
The Athena Network
Date and Time: Second Wednesday of the month from 12 to 2pm
Hosted by: Athena Network
Wokingham Speakers
Date and Time: first and third Tuesday of the month, 7.30pm
Hosted by: Wokingham Speakers (Toastmasters)
Wokingham - People, Planet, Pint
Date and Time: 5 September, 6pm
Hosted by: Small99
Wokingham WIBN - Women's Business Networking
Date and Time: Thursday afternoon group: 12pm to 2pm, second Thursday of the month; Friday morning group: 9.30am to 11.30am, second Friday of the month
Hosted by: Wokingham Women in Business Network
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