Worcester Beauty ClinicWelcome to another edition of your one-stop shop for all things Evesham! Whether you're a seasoned local or a newcomer just settling in, this newsletter is packed with what you need to stay connected, informed, and inspired. Please do support our local businesses and do your best this year to always KEEP IT LOCAL.
This month's newsletter isn't just about staying informed and connected - it's about giving back to the heart of Evesham: our amazing local businesses and skilled tradespeople!
In fact, just this week I needed a vitamin B12 Boost, so I visited one of our local beauty salons in Market Square Evesham. I was surprised, not only with the size of the treatment centre and its beautiful decor but also with the professionalism exhibited by these highly qualified ladies! I'm so glad I chose local! Check out Mirella's listing here.
Here's a sneak peek at what you'll find inside:
- Local Buzz: Dive into the latest news! We have GOOD NEWS EVESHAM - NEW EVENT!
- Community Spotlight: Meet fascinating residents, celebrate local achievements, and discover hidden gems. ️
- Business Buzz: Explore exciting new businesses, support local entrepreneurs, and networking events. ️
- And much more! From heartwarming stories to helpful tips, we've got something for everyone.
So, grab a cuppa, settle in, and get ready to experience the best of Evesham!
Don't forget:
- Share your stories, events, and news with us! We love to hear from the community. ️Email Katie hello@eveshamnoticeboard.co.uk
- Visit our website and social media pages for even more Evesham, Pershore and Broadway goodness.
- Spread the word! Invite your friends and neighbours to join our growing community.
- If you are looking for a trader or service please do check out our local and recommended trades and services. We only champion the best! www.eveshamnoticeboard.co.uk to find what you are looking for.
Together, let's make the Vale an even more vibrant and connected place!
Happy reading and remember Keep it local readers!
Kind 'Keeping it local' Regards
Katie Gilbert
NEW EVENT COMING TO EVESHAM! YOU HAVE TO LOVE IT!
We are thrilled to announce a brand new 'big love' event in our town this year! This will be a day to celebrate our town and all it has to offer. As you explore, you can also enjoy local food and entertainment along the way and don’t forget to pick up your #LoveEvesham merchandise before you go. There will also be a fun trail for the kids and lots of live street entertainment for all ages! It will be showcasing Evesham-only businesses, charities and NFPs in the area! A day to show LOVE for our town and community.
Are you an independent business, charity or community organisation in the Vale of Evesham? Are you interested in promoting what you do to more potential customers? Would you like to help raise the profile of the Vale of Evesham and celebrate all that’s great about the area at a family-friendly event?
If you answered yes to any of the above then we need you to join us for #LoveEvesham day!
- When? 4 May 2024 11am - 6pm
- Where? Evesham Town Centre
What? Picture a sunny day, the Battle of Evesham flags gently blowing, the Vale of Evesham Asparagus quickly growing, the streets of the town are lined with pop-up tents and inside each one is a new local business, charity or community organisation to discover.
Love Evesham Day is brought to you by a small committed group of people, including Evesham Noticeboard's Katie Gilbert, all are passionate about Evesham with support from the district council.
*disclaimer – we can’t guarantee sunshine!
Why? You are a business, charity or community organisation for Evesham to be proud of and we want you to take this opportunity to promote yourself and the Vale of Evesham.
How? Please use this form to express your interest and we will be back in touch with more details.
Evesham Noticeboard Facebook Group reaches 35k members!!!
The Evesham Noticeboard Group hit a huge milestone in January when we reached over 35,000 members!
The group is run 24/7 365 days a year for the benefit of the community. It’s also part of the Evesham Noticeboard group which encompasses the community’s online business directory, The Vale Matters Podcast, Love Evesham Awards and the #keepitlocal campaign.
The Facebook group is THE place to go to find out what events are going on in and around the town. You can also get business recommendations and find out the latest community news in the group.
Thank you to everyone who supports the group, whether you are a member or not - it means a lot to us to have so much support.
January's Vale Matters Podcast Drops
The Vale Matters Podcast is back for 2024 and this month we are talking about ghosts and meditation,
Join Katie Gilbert from Evesham Noticeboard as she chats with local medium and tarot-reader, Minty May and Wallace House Trustee and spoken word poet Rev Mark Hutchinson. We discover how these two amazing individuals collaborate, find out more about their backgrounds and why they do what they do.
We also learn more about the long-term plans for Wallace House, a community centre that is a true asset for our town.
Listen to the podcast now on the link below.
WINNER WINNERS Our Dog competition photo
Wow we were flabbergasted at the amount of doogy photos entered into our January blues photo comp! It certainly cheers us up and if you missed and want to get some happy feelings in your life then check out there post here . Science says even scrolling at photos of dogs will make you feel happier after just a few minutes of browsing!
There were three categories and our local doggy industry businesses selected the winners! Thanks to K9 Coaching, Pawesome Pooches and Posh Paws for helping us, I do not think any of us here at Evesham Noticeboard could of chosen the winners as they were all melting us! Evesham sure has a lot of doggies!
Well done to the winners below, we hope they enjoy there prizes (all from our local and recommended of course) And huge thanks for all the entries, thanks for sharing with us all! You have brighted up our day and many others I'm sure.
Cutest Puppy  Flame - Loves watching TV, for hours, favourite channel is Doggy TV, also loves playing with his companion and best friend his cat and long walks!  | The LOL Doggy  Woody is our 13 year old lab and with him is Sonny the new recruit who is 3 months old and loves his big brother very much as you can see. Sonny is training to be a therapy dog for us to have as support at our football matches, he loves to have fuss from all of the players and supporters after the game and is on hand to help calm them if things aren’t going to well and they need a moment. Meanwhile woody is enjoying the more relaxed side of life.  | Biggest Poser  Rodney - Apparently he is thrilled to win this competition as owner said "he has been posing since day one"  |
| PAWESOME POOCHES PRIZE | K9 COACHING CLASS PRIZE | POSH PAWS GROOM PRIZE |
Bubble comes home!
Here at Evesham Noticeboard, we love to hear your good news so we were delighted when we saw that missing pet Bubble the cat had returned home.
Bubble had been missing since September and despite regular appeals by owner Sian, was no closer to being found. But in January, Sian put out another post on the group and no less than 24 hours later he was back home!!!
Sian says he's a 'little quiet but finally settled with his bro and sis cats and def been eating somewhere as he’s put in a few pounds. Please please please if u have been ‘ looking’ after him he has a family and we would really like to keep him here .'
We are just pleased to hear he is finally back home where he belongs!!!
Evesham Volunteer Centre
Charity Spotlight
This month we cast our shiny spotlight on another local charity - Evesham Volunteer Centre. Evesham Volunteer Centre was set up 41 years ago with funding provided by adult services because it was felt that there was a need for a Community Car Scheme to help the local people get, principally, to hospital and medical appointments.
The goal of Evesham Volunteer Centre is to create a network of volunteers to help vulnerable people, particularly the elderly so that they can stay in their own homes and maintain as much independence as possible. In order to do this, the centre needs to recruit volunteers and provide them with advice and guidance so that they in turn can help those who are in need of help.
Since the centre opened 41 years ago:
- Over 10,000 volunteers have given their time.
- The centre has recruited over 900 volunteer drivers.
- Volunteers have donated approximately 1 million hours of their time.
- Plus 954 isolated people have been visited or telephoned by a befriender since 2003 when the befriending scheme was started.
Of course Evesham Volunteer Centre needs volunteers to run and are always looking for more volunteers to either help in-house or with the charities that they work with.
Volunteers Needed
Volunteer Drivers
One of the main schemes offered by Evesham Volunteer Centre is the community car scheme which is considered an essential service. The car scheme helps elderly and disabled people who are without transport. Under the scheme, drivers ensure that vulnerable people can go to medical appointments, do their shopping and socialise with other people to avoid them feeling isolated.
More volunteer drivers are needed and you can make a real difference to your community by giving your time to enable the elderly and disabled remain as independent as possible. How much time you give as a volunteer driver is entirely up to you and you'll receive 45p per mile in expenses.
Befrienders
Evesham Volunteer Centre's initiative - the POPI Project also needs volunteers. The project arranges home visits, telephone befriending, and hosts a monthly lunch club, catered for by Working World. The scheme is looking for more befrienders, who could spare some time for regular visits and contact with someone who is feeling socially isolated.
Fundraiser Wanted
Evesham Volunteer Centre is also looking for someone who could look for grants and organise fundraising activities so they can keep all their projects running. If this sounds like something you can help out with, please get in touch.
Volunteers Week
To celebrate Volunteers Week (1st – 7th June) the centre is having a coffee and cake morning on Friday, 7th June at their base in Brick Kiln Street from 10am till 1pm. It will be a great opportunity to chat to their team of volunteers, find out what they do and how to get involved.
If you'd like to become a volunteer you can contact please contact the centre on 01386 570530 or email co@eveshamvolunteers.org.uk
Santa's new charity to help all year round
Following their hugely successful fundraising efforts at the end of last year, local charitable organisation, 'Santa Saves Christmas' decided to expand their mission and help struggling families not only at Christmas but all year round.
The group, originally set up by Kyle Hotchkins, managed to raised over £27,000 in just 3 months at the end of the year, ensuring children received Christmas presents, families received christmas dinners, and for those that needed it there was also additional help towards household bills
Kyle and his elves, not content to just help for a few months each year, saw that there was a real need all year round for their help, so they have changed the charity's name to 'Claus for a Cause' and set up an officially registered charity so that as much money as possible can go where it needs to.
The team are continuing to grow awareness of 'Claus for a Cause' and need your support so please visit their Facebook page and follow them (if you are not already doing so). They're also organising further fundraisers throughout the year so if you'd like to help either by volunteering or by donating raffle prizes, please see their Facebook page for more details.
You can also take part in the regular Claus for a Cause lottery and be in with a chance of winning some cash whilst at the same time helping people in the local community.
Check out their Facebook page to see what else they have going on.
Warm spaces open up for Evesham residents
January saw some of our coldest temperatures for a while and with spring still a few months away, the chances are that we'll see at least one more cold snap before the warmer weather arrives. Unfortunately, with the rising cost of living, for some people this could mean the difference between paying for heating or eating.
To help residents in this situation, there are places in the community offering warm spaces. These are organisations where you can go to get warm, enjoy a hot drink and make some new friends too. For more details see below.
Images courtesy of Maggie May
Food bank help and support
Image Credit @Evesham Adventure PlaygroundWith times looking so tough at the moment, it's good to know that there is support available in the form of food banks
Here are some of the main organisations who can help you this winter.
Caring hands in the Vale - By referral only. Open 12-2pm Monday to Thursday, and from 3.30-5.30 on Fridays
Evesham Adventure Playground - No referral needed. Community pantry open weekdays 10-1pm, free hot meals available weekdays at 12pm
Wallace House - Open to all. Community larder open on Tuesdays and Fridays between 12-1pm
All Saints Church - No referral needed. Food bank open Mondays and Fridays between 11-12 (one parcel per household per week). A Sunday Soup kitchen is also available from October to March between 4.30 & 6.00pm
Pershore Community Cupboard - No referral needed. Community larder winter hours as follows:
- Mondays 2.30-3.30pm
- Tuesdays 9.30-11am
- Wednesdays 5-6pm
- Thursdays 2.30-4pm
- Fridays 9.30-11am
- Saturdays 9.30 - 11am
- Sundays 1-2pm
Broadway Churches Together Community Foodbank - No referral needed but you do need to download a voucher. Available for those living in Broadway and surrounding villages. Foodbank open 1st & 3rd Monday of the month between 11-1pm at St Michael's Church.
All food banks are in need of donations so that they can continue to run. If you'd like to donate food or funds, please contact the relevant food bank directly. Some of the foodbanks also have lists confirming exactly what food donations they need so please check these out too.
Time to declutter?
With the darker nights behind us, the days getting longer and temperatures rising, it's clear that spring is most definitely on its way. For some of you that might mean it's time for spring cleaning and some decluttering.
There are a several local organisations who accept donations of clothing, books and other bric & brac. Here is a list of some of those currently accepting donations of items:
Evesham NCT Bundles - children's clothing & toys
Evesham Vale Welcomes Refugees - adult clothing
Ourside Evesham - clothing, shoes and toiletries
Morrisons are accepting donations of children's books
Daisychain Benevolent - books
Relate - books
Also Accepting Donations
Olives and Franks Pup fundraiser
Sue Ryder
Please reach out before you arrive to confirm what donations are currently accepted and when they can be accepted.
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Worcestershire School Term Dates 2024
Starting to make plans with the Kids for 2024? Here are the school term dates for 2024.
Spring Term 1 - 8th January - 9th February
Spring Term 2 - 19th February - 22nd March
Good Friday - 29th March
Easter Monday - 1st April
Summer Term 1 - 8th April - 24th May
May Day - 6th May
Whitsun Bank Holiday - 27th May
Summer Term 2 - 3rd June - 22nd July
Autumn Term 1 - 2nd September - 25th October
Autumn Term 2 - 4th November - 20th December (return on 6th Jan)
Please check individual schools for dates for INSET DAYS
Raphael's at Hampton Ferry Now Taking Pancake Day Bookings
Plan your 2024 Summer Break with Helen Durrant from Designer Travel
  | Hi, I'm Helen and for many years I have helped thousands of people from Evesham and the Vale to book their dream holiday. It's very likely, that I may have booked your holiday in the past! After working for a well-known high street agency for over 25 years, I started my own business in 2019, working from home as part of the award-winning Designer Travel. January/February is my busiest time of year, especially for family holidays to the sun. But that's not all I do! Whether you are looking for a staycation or a holiday abroad, skiing in the Alps or a visit to Santa in Lapland; are longing for the blue seas of the Med, the Indian Ocean or the Caribbean - I have something you'll love. I also book river and sea cruises, and have the perfect holiday for you, whether you'd prefer to chill by the pool, spend the day exploring or even go lion spotting on Safari! I have access to all the main tour operators and can match some online prices too. Let me tailor-make your holiday to suit you, to wherever you choose and with no booking fees. Contact me today to start planning your next getaway. *Designer Travel are ABTA and ATOL licenced. |
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What's on in Evesham and The Vale this month
To find out what's going on this month in Evesham, check out our weekly pinned post on the Evesham Noticeboard Facebook page.
Looking for something fun to do? Check out our regularly updated list of things to do in Evesham.
Add your Event
Regular Events Hosted at
Venues Across Evesham
Want to find out what's on at venues near you? Check out the links below to find out when you can enjoy live bands, quizzes, food nights and so much more!!!
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Check out our new guide for dating inspiration in Evesham & the Vale
Planning a special night out for Valentines day, anniversary or other romantic special occasion?
If so, take a look at our latest blog post for inspiration, advice and a list of trustworthy supplier recommendations (with reviews).
We have everything you need to plan the perfect date right here in Evesham with a great selection of local businesses who will help you make your date truly memorable, Click the link below to check out the guide now.
Get your Evesham date night inspiration here!
New Members This Month
 Victoria Helen HairHairdressers & extensionists offering a range of methods & services in Evesham |  LullababyBaby and toddler development classes suitable from birth to 2 years. |  Pressiva Sweet ArtFresh baked and hand-decorated cakes, cupcakes, french macaroons & cupcake bouquets for all occasions. |
 Pretty ParlourSmall salon offering hair services, hair extensions, lie down sunbed, spray tan service and aesthetic clinic |  Help'n Care Cleaning SolutionsHouse cleaning, office cleaning, event cleaning, laundry and ironing services in Evesham and surrounding areas |  Isabella's Hair & Beauty IdeasHair and beauty salon offering a range of services and treatments in Evesham. |
The Accountancy Office offers
new services to clients
The team at the Accountancy Office is always looking for more ways to support their clients with comprehensive and tailored support so they are excited to announce a new diversified service offering.
Independent Financial Advice has been added to their existing suite of services. The AO together with their separately branded financial planning business TAG Financial Planning are able to offer advice in all areas of financial planning, such as:
- Pensions - review existing pensions, company contributions and commercial property.
- Investments - portfolio review, ISAs, Bonds, Trusts etc
- Insurance - shareholder protection, key man insurance, Mortgage life cover, income protection and critical illness cover
- Goals Based Financial Planning - identifying goals and objectives, current position, strategy & progress modelling, implementation of plan to achieve success.
They can also provide additional services as follows:
- Corporate Restructuring
- Share Schemes
- M&A Tax Services
- Capital Allowances
- R&D Tax Credits
- Tax Investigation
- Exit Planning
- Trust Planning
- Inheritance Tax Planning
- Property Portfolio Planning
- Valuations
- VAT Advice
For professional advice from a friendly and helpful local team, please get in touch using the link below.
Business Dates for Your Diary
Non League Networking - Thursday 29th February 12-2pm EUFC - £10 for ENB Members
Evesham Noticeboard Networking with Guest Speakers - March 14th 12.15pm Everyone welcome £10.00
Evesham Non League Networking Keeps It Local
It was a packed house at the first Evesham Non League Networking meet-up of the year. The group hosted by Steve Cook, was attended by over 25 local business owners, at Evesham United Football Club.
Business owners enjoyed a tasty lunch and heard from this month's guest speaker, Steve Cooper, about the history of Zimprint who offer local printing services to local businesses and organisations. It was an enlightening talk to see how far Zimprint has come and to also see behind the scenes.
It was also a fantastic opportunity for local business owners to meet, make new connections and learn more about each other.
Evesham Non League Networking takes place on the last Thursday of the month. The next meeting is on Thursday 29th Feb from 12-2pm and all business owners are welcome. We hope to see you there.
Hot Tubs Rock Introduces New Holiday Let Range
Own a holiday let property? Have you ever considered adding a hot tub to your property?
Here are a few reasons why hot tubs are a popular choice for landlords
- They are in demand! Searches for lodges with hot tubs were up 44% in 2023 compared to 2022
- Holiday lodges with hot tubs saw a 104% increase in bookings in 2024
- Hot tubs add value to holiday homes - in fact, properties with hot tubs charge 54% more than those who don't.
At Hot Tubs Rock, you have the option of buying or hiring a hot tub so if you want to hire for the holiday season first - you can try before making the investment.
Check out their latest blog post to find out more and to order yours!
Hinton Pest Control Welcomes New Apprentice
Local Pest Control business, Hinton Pest Control recently welcomed new apprentice, Lewis, to their team.
Lewis joined the team in Autumn 2023 after successfully achieving his Level 2 qualification in Safe Use of Rodenticides. He's now working towards a further level 2 qualification in pest management and will be the 5th member of the team to be fully qualified as a pest control technician.
Congratulations Lewis and to the team at Hinton Pest Control!
This mother and daughter run business is continuing to grow and is always looking for people who are interested in retraining as pest control technicians, or are already qualified to level 2 in pest management.
If this sounds like it will be the perfect opportunity for you, please reach out to their friendly team to find out more.
Hot Tubs Rock Hiring Now
Business Development Manager Role
Hot Tubs Rock is a small family run business, based in Gloucestershire with an additional showroom in Evesham. They are an exceptionally entrepreneurial organisation, with a unique brand, and a very clear vision for growth over the years to come.
Out of two showrooms (Lydney and Evesham) they supply and install a range of hot tubs, swim spas, saunas, outdoor furniture and have recently opened a new department purely for interiors and gifts. Their mission is to ‘spread joy’ and to put a smile on the face of every customer!
They are looking for team members who share our passion for all things indoor and outdoor living and whose core values are to provide excellent customer service and to deliver an exceptional client experience.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience in retail sales. However, the most important attributes required are excellent communication skills, a keen eye for perfection, the ability to think on their feet and come up with creative solutions, and to be a confident and self-motivated leader, who can in turn motivate our team.
Key Skills required:
- Must be able to work weekends
- Must be willing to travel to both showrooms to cover holidays etc (Lydney and Evesham)
- 3 + years’ experience in a similar sales role
- A good understanding of retail sales with a flair for home decor
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills
- Sales driven attitude
- Naturally self-directed, operate at a high cadence, and get stuff done with minimum supervision
- High attention to detail.
- Curiosity and desire to develop knowledge, skills and grow.
- Be able to thrive with deadlines and work under pressure to a high standard.
Job Types: 1 x Full-time or 2 x Part-time
Hours 18-40 per week
Salary: £23-£48k Depending on experience and hours
Contact Hot Tubs Rock to apply.
Local charity nominated for Animal Star Awards!
Congratulations to local charity Axolotl & Reptile Rescue And Advice UK who have recently been nominated for an award in recognition for their work with reptiles. We wish you the best of luck for the finals!
Thanks for reading!
We hope you've enjoyed the February edition of the Evesham Noticeboard Newsletter. We are always looking for newsworthy stories for our newsletter so if you'd like to be featured or would like to contribute to next month's article please drop us a message to hello@eveshamnoticeboard.co.uk
Big thanks to our admins and content creators at Evesham Noticeboard! Kim and Gemma help us with their creative skills to produce informative posts and newsletters! I would be lost without them, so big big thanks ladies!
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