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Huge competition tonight at Tenpin. Such amazing teamwork from everyone and supporting each other. Great friendships Supported by The National Lottery Community Fund and #lotteryplayers #fridaynight #MakeADifference #lovewhatwedo #startoftheweekend #FridayFeeling

It was another wonderful GrowAbility session this week, and it was brilliant to welcome Joel back. He quickly got stuck in, working hard across both plots and making a fantastic contribution throughout the day. Back on the main plot, Claire, Charis and Esther were all incredibly helpful as they worked together to cut back some of the overgrown areas. This helped to keep everything looking neat and well cared for. And more importantly helped the tomatoes get sunlight and stopp

What a wonderfully special evening we all had! Our last Music Man session before a well deserved Summer break. Jessica’s mum, and lovely trustee, Jo, made us all some special cupcakes to eat before our end of term showcase performance, to friends and family. We sang and played our hearts out, and our super supportive audience joined in with some classic tunes Heartfelt thanks to our lovely music leader Nicky New and to our wonderful volunteers, Emma, Janice, Jo, Marian and Ma

Life skills: purchasing drinks and snacks, contributing to SW Mencap’s Community Matters box in Waitrose & Partners Saffron Walden, independent meal ordering and sharing food in great company enjoying fresh air and feel of summery Saffron Walden. #saffronwalden #lovewhatwedo #𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 #fridaynight #outandbout

What a wonderful evening: friends together, singing, laughing, chatting, ball games and badminton Followed by birthday cake for James, whose birthday is next week! A fabulous start to the weekend Supported by The National Lottery Community Fund and #lotteryplayers #FridayFeeling #fridaynight #MakeADifference #lovewhatwedo #startoftheweekend

Oh, it was lovely to be back again this evening, with all the windows and doors open, so that the local neighbourhood could hear our wonderful singing and playing!! Nicky really kept us on our toes, by presenting us with lots of little vocal games and we rose to the challenge!! Supported by the Postcode Lottery UK awarded by the Postcode Trust. #musicismagic #musicislife #mondayvibes #MakeADifference #lovewhatwedo

We had a fabulous time watching Bedazzle Accessible Performing Arts Academy Sleeping Beauty Promenade Performance. Truly beautiful, inspirational and engaging We loved every minute of it! GWOF is supported by The National Lottery Community Fund and #lotteryplayers #FridayVibes #MakeADifference #lovewhatwedo #startoftheweekend #bringingjoy

It was fantastic to be back and catch up with everyone today. With all hands on deck, our team worked incredibly hard to give both plots a thorough watering after the hot weather. It was a busy session, but everyone kept busy to make sure the gardens got the water and feed they needed. The Tea Garden looks especially neat after a good old weeding. There was plenty of excitement along the way when Noah discovered a wasps' nest hidden beneath some decking! Thankfully, we gave i

Despite the disappointment of our weekend performance being postponed until September, we were back in fine spirits, continuing our quest to become the very best performers we can be. We are determined, spirited and passionate, and we want to learn. We are so lucky to have the wonderful Nicky New as our Music Leader. Nicky, you are the best!! Supported by the Postcode Lottery UK awarded by the Postcode Trust and London Stansted Airport #Communityfund #MakeADifference #love

Our members are very excited this morning: looking forward to a day on the canal boats with CanalAbility We met at the Lord Butler Fitness & Leisure Centre and travelled by minibus to our destination. The boats are making their way upstream today, towards Harlow Mill. Each member will have the opportunity to steer the boat (with guidance) and help operating the numerous locks during the journey. A huge thank you to Eddie from Uttlesford Community Travel for your time and

After a hot and sunny week, time to relax and unwind on Saffron Walden Common Both groups had the same idea, so we set up chairs and picnic blankets in a shady spot! Our members then choose to go and order fish n chips or pizza A great opportunity to practice our life and communication skills in the local community A fantastic evening for everyone! GWOF is supported by The National Lottery Community Fund Our Choice is supported by Saffron Walden Golf Club, Lions Clubs Int

A fantastic night of dance and fitness with colourful glow sticks with the amazing Jen Shackleton from FitGlow Studio So much fun, laughter and excitement for everyone Look at those moves! #MakeADifference #abilitynotdisability #wednesdaynight #FunAndFitness #lovewhatwedo

What a busy and exciting evening we had!! Our lovely friend Kitty, from Side by Side, and volunteer Janice, from Go With Our Flow, both joined us, to experience the joy that is Music Man They were taken under the wings of some very experienced members! We continued to practice for our upcoming performance at the Wagfest Community Day, on Saffron Walden Common on 27th June, we learned how to be conductors, and we even fitted in a very important fire drill!! In short, we were

Last night, we played crazy golf which made us feel crazy! Smiles all round, great atmosphere and blue skies with planes to watch . We shared with each other and took turns at the holes. Joel’s golfing skills are amazing Night to remember at OurChoice club. Supported by Saffron Walden Golf Club and London Stansted Airport #Communityfund #InclusionMatters #fridayfun #abilitynotdisability #MakeADifference #lovewhatwedo

We had the best time at Rally School - Langley Park with Tom Clark tonight! An exciting opportunity to race around the track in a rally car. What an experience So amazing for our members Thank you do much for your time and patience Highly recommended Our group is supported by The National Lottery Community Fund #InclusionMatters #MakeADifference #lovewhatwedo #fridayfun #abilitynotdisability

Everyone looks forward to a Wednesday night at Saffron Walden Mencap Society Side by Side Club members enjoy socialising, playing games and coming together for the tea break So many smiles, laughter and chatter #MakeADifference #lovewhatwedo #InclusionMatters #wednesdayvibes

The enthusiasm from this incredible group of people, week after week, is boundless. The joy that Music Man gives everyone, is so beautiful to observe. As we practiced this evening, for our public performance in a few weeks time, the effort put into each number was wonderful. Everyone wants to give their very best. Music Man makes a real difference to lives Supported by Postcode Lottery UK awarded by #postcodetrust and London Stansted Airport #communityfund #InclusionMatters #

One of our favourite trips during the Summer - out on the River Stort with CanalAbility 🥰 We are always lucky with the weather and it has stopped raining ☔️ ☀️ A huge thank you to the Saffron Walden Round Table for donating funds to pay for this amazing trip! 🤩 Thank you so much to both volunteer crews on our boats today!🥰 #InclusionMatters #MakeADifference #lovewhatwedo #boatlife #backtonature

We had a lovely friendship going on Friday night, looking after each other and for each other . We are getting brilliant at bowling and definitely enjoy the feel of Ace of Lanes on Friday night, as well as their food. Supported by London Stansted Airport #Communityfund and Lions Clubs International #InclusionMatters #MakeADifference #lovewhatwedo #fridayfun #FridayFeeling

#Volunteersweek Celebrating Volunteers Week with a celebratory get together and a delicious afternoon tea! A huge thank you to Maxine from Quinntessential Catering for providing an amazing buffet! Volunteers Week celebrates all our wonderful Trustees, volunteers and fundraisers! We value all your generous time you devote to supporting the lives of our members with learning disabilities #timetocelebrate #FeelValued #InclusionMatters #MakeADifference #lovewhatwedo