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Housebuilder collaborates with school to protect veteran trees Housebuilder Allison Homes Central has teamed up with Somersham Primary School to help protect two willow trees, estimated to be 100 years old, situated at its Cranbrook Grange development in Somersham, Huntingdon. The large, veteran trees are protected under a Tree
Preservation Order (TPO), meaning they cannot be cut down, uprooted, cut back or damaged. Due to their age and condition, the surrounding open space needs to be carefully managed to prolong their life expectancy. To achieve this, Allison Homes Central ran a competition for pupils of Somersham Primary School to design a sign to teach residents and the public about the importance of the trees. The winner was year 3 pupil Sam, whose design is now displayed on site. Sam also received a £50 voucher, and Allison Homes Central donated a voucher of equal value to the school.
LOCAL FOUNDER OF VAMPIRE OUTDOORS WINS AWARD
access to outdoor activity or make it more inclusive. “Rebecca is a changemaker who has broken barriers not by shouting but by building community, courage and connection,” said Stu Skinner, founder of the Head Outside Awards. Her work has empowered thousands of plus-sized people to safely and confidently enjoy outdoor activities. “I’m thrilled to win this award,” said Rebecca. “Now, my mission is to ensure everybody knows they belong outdoors – no matter their shape, size or ability.”
After a decade of work in making the outdoors more accessible and inclusive, Cambridgeshire-based Rebecca Dawson has triumphed in the Head Outside Awards, which celebrate individuals and organisations using the outdoors to improve mental health and wellbeing. As the founder of specialist plus- size outdoor retailer Vampire Outdoors and co-founder of plus-size outdoor community organisation Every Body Outdoors, Rebecca took home the trophy for the changemaker category, which recognises pioneers who increase
Woodlands Care Centre reveals new cinema room Woodlands Care Centre has officially opened the doors to its brand-new cinema room to help create engaging and meaningful shared spaces for residents, families and the local community. The opening was celebrated with a special afternoon event attended by residents, families and loved ones, local dignitaries, the home’s management team and RCH Care Homes senior directors, with much-loved resident Denise joining Cllr Richard Swift, deputy mayor of Cambridge, in cutting the ribbon to officially open the new space. As well as film screenings, the cinema room will provide a welcoming environment for shared experiences, family visits, themed events and community- led activities.
KIMBOLTON LAUNCHES PRE-SCHOOL Kimbolton School marked the opening of its new Pre-School in January, with the deputy lieutenant of Cambridgeshire Mrs Jennifer Crompton DL present and a time capsule buried, filled with items that reflect the very first cohort of pupils. Designed for children from three years of age and located in the grounds of Kimbolton Prep School, the new Pre-School offers small class sizes and specialist teaching, alongside the support of dedicated staff, laying firm foundations for future learning. All Pre-School pupils will also benefit from the continuity of a secured place in Kimbolton’s reception class.
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