Family Fun Day Brings Wimborne Community Together
Families in Wimborne enjoyed entertainment, activities and food at Wimborne Foodbank’s successful Family Fun Day held as part of Wimborne Town of Culture 2026. The community celebration drew families together for a varied programme of live performances, outdoor games, competitions and refreshments, supported by local organisations and volunteers. Jamie Jigsaw held a fun, interactive circus skills workshop followed by
Free Kids’ Pizza Making Session, Wimborne Community Garden
Join the wonderful volunteers at Wimborne Community Garden to learn how to make delicious homemade pizzas using vegetables grown in the garden. Wimborne Community Garden is a place for the community to come together, share skills and grow food. Fresh produce from the garden goes towards Wimborne Foodbank, and Beaucroft College cafe. This free children’s cooking session takes place
SMILE’s Free Lone Parent Fair Reaches a Milestone 10th Year
We were delighted to see over 200 people at the 10th SMILE Lone Parent Fair, including 60 families, 76 volunteers and a further 15 children and young people volunteering! This year’s fair included a fantastic range of activities to celebrate and support single parents and their families. From building robots and hook-a-duck to glitter tattoos and magic shows, there
Rick Stein Coffee Morning Fundraiser for Wimborne Foodbank
We were delighted to see over 75 supporters, volunteers and members of the community come together over an incredible selection of cakes and pastries at our coffee morning for Wimborne Foodbank+, hosted by Rick Stein. The event provided a wonderful opportunity to bring people together, raise awareness of the challenges faced by many local families, and celebrate the incredible
Help Make the SMILE Lone Parent Fair Amazing!
SMILE’s Lone Parent Fair takes place on Saturday 4th July 2026, and we’re looking for support from our wonderful community to help make it a fantastic day for solo parent families. The Lone Parent Fair is an opportunity for solo parents and their children to relax, connect, and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with no barriers, no cost and no
Colehill Community Choir Summer Concert 2026
Colehill Community Choir will be holding this year's summer concert in support of Wimborne Community Garden and Wimborne Foodbank. The concert will take place on Saturday 20th June, 7.30pm in St. Michael's Church, Colehill Lane, BH21 7AB. Tickets are £10 each with under 16's FREE. Complimentary drinks will be served after the concert - simply book your tickets by
Saints and Singers Cream Tea and Quiz
Formed last year, the Saints and Singers choir provides the opportunity for men and women moving on from street homelessness, to find community and purpose through singing together. Join the choir on Saturday 13th June 2026 for a delightful afternoon of a cream tea, quiz and songs – whats not to love?! This event is to raise money for
Stories of Change: Local Funding Transforming Lives
Faithworks teams, including Poole Lifecentre and Foodbank, Christchurch Foodbank+, and our Community Money Advice service, attended the wonderful recent “Stories of Change” event hosted by BCP Council and Dorset Community Foundation. The event highlighted the impact of local funding and the difference community groups are making across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Rising living costs, food insecurity, and social isolation
Preventing Homelessness: Prince William Visits Bournemouth
When Prince William stepped onto Bournemouth Pier on 19th March, the focus was clear from the outset. This was not a ceremonial visit. It was about listening, learning, and understanding what is making a difference on the ground. Youth Homelessness Across BCP Across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, too many young people are still at risk of falling through the
Free Wills Month – Faithworks’ Free Will Writing Service
March is Free Wills Month - an initiative that offers the opportunity to have a simple Will written free of charge by using solicitors in selected locations across the UK. Run twice a year, in March and October, Free Wills Month provides a way to ensure that your Will is up to date, with the opportunity to leave a
