Mindfulness Matters

Thank you for the invite to the Inaugural Community Day & Open Studios. held today at Castle Park Arts Centre It was well attended, considering the rain. A number of people were interested in attending both the next Mindfulness in Nature courses at Helsby Community Centre, the Taster Tai Chi session in the park on Mondays, and the new beginner Tai Chi class at Helsby starting on the 19th October A day for meeting people and making useful contacts Well done Emma, Dee and team

After the success of a mindfulness course at Ashton Hayes earlier this year. Rural Together have funded a new course at Tarporley Community Centre. Open to anyone who is registered with one of the Rural Alliance GP Practices. Dr Adey& Dancy, Tarporley, Dr Kent & Partners, Tarporley, Kelsall Medical Centre, Laurel Bank, Malpass and Bunbury. The start date is Thursday 17th September, from 10am to 12noon. The course is for 8 weeks. Only 15 places available, book early to save y

From June to October there will be a free taster Tai Chi classes on Mondays at 12 noon. It is is drop in session anyone can take part. We have been so lucky with the classes so far with 9 classes outside under the trees. However if the weather changes the classes will continue under cover in the court yard of the Arts centre. A great opportunity to experience the benefits of Tai Chi There are so many benefits from gentle Tai Chi # Improves balance # Mobility # Mental health #

Monday was the last week of the present Mindfulness in Nature, 8 week programme at Castle Park. We were so fortunate with the weather, being out and around the park each week. Paulette one of the people taking part produced a wonderful poem As we come to the end of this 8 week Course I think we should take some time to reflect and pause….. On all we have learnt and shared together Whilst sat in the Park during this glorious weather. We’ve learnt to breathe And hugged a tree.

It is our 6th year of our Grasmere retreat at Glenthorne Our annual retreat to Grasmere last weekend. It rained a lot of the time, but there was plenty of sunshine in the group of 22. Glenthorne is a beautiful place to stay and take part in mindfulness and Tai Chi. Yes Tai Chi at 7am on the grass looking out on the fells. With a hearty breakfast to follow. All the food, breakfast, lunch and evening meal, oh and afternoon tea with homemade cake, we were spoilt by the staff. Gl

23 for the first Tai Chi taster session at Castle Park, Frodsham yesterday. We certainly were lucky with the weather Just a 30 minute session starting at 12noon. If this is something you would like to try, why not join us next Monday. The session is free of charge. I am hoping to keep it going throughout the summer For information contact Bob on 07507 013283

What a fantastic day for Mindfulness in Nature We are half way through 8 week courses at Helsby Community Centre. The sun was shinning, nature was coming alive, birds were singing. Our next Mindfulness in Nature courses starts at: Castle Park Art Centre on: Monday 15th June or 10th August Interested in a FREE 8 week course? give me a call on 07507 013283 See poster below for details

We have more FREE Mindfulness in Nature courses during 2026. The courses will be held at Helsby Community Centre and at Castle Park Art Centre, Frodsham. The classes are sponsored by Cheshire West and Chester Council, and Mersey Forest. Yes the classes are free of charge. If its something that you would be interested in, give Bob a call who will be happy to answer any questions you may have or to book your place. The benefits of attending: # A decrease in anxiety, stress, dep

I am running a new Mindfulness course at Ashton Hayes starting Thursday 9th April 10am to 12noon The course is free of charge, however you must be registered with one of the Rural Alliance GP practices: See poster for which practices are included. The course will run for 8 weeks, with the venue at 'The Pavilion, Ashton Hayes' Rural Together are sponsoring this 8 week course in Mindfulness A great opportunity to have this course free of charge and gain useful techniques to hel

We have more FREE Mindfulness in Nature courses during 2026. The courses will be held at Helsby Community Centre and at Castle Park Art Centre, Frodsham. The classes are sponsored by Cheshire West and Chester Council, and Mersey Forest. Yes the classes are free of charge. If its something that you would be interested in, give Bob a call who will be happy to answer any questions you may have or to book your place. The benefits of attending: # A decrease in anxiety, stress, dep