Godmanchester Town Council

We are really looking forward to attending a weekend of community fun organised by Godmanchester Community Association next weekend (3rd-5th of July) at the recreation ground. Gala Day is a free event for the whole community to enjoy. You can find links below to tickets for the exciting new Last Night of the Proms and the ever-popular Picnic in the Park.

Last Night of The Proms - https://www.ticketsource.com/whats-on/huntingdonshire/recreation-ground/last-night-of-the-proms/e-loeeda?fbclid=IwY2xjawSov0xleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeqJPQRFF6wSWlhociWmjBn2HdRipoTtfpkD-3WveLFNh5EJ-aYdcw7dD7tzY_aem_7sBVEmic_wbuAhWMIOKOCQ

Picnic in the Park - https://www.ticketsource.com/godmanchester-community-association/t-mjjvxlq?fbclid=IwY2xjawSov3dleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe02sAlLcI9QK3V8ZAP8Tcf-vRTZ1k0Vu-o7xkyXVWTjBARKgoVm9VtuV4Ky0_aem_NzuoMw6zQN04MBzofJsWMg

Thank you to everyone who attending our very first SEN family day Godmanchester Community Plant Nursery & Cafe on Saturday. It was a fantastic event in the most beautiful setting. We are so pleased to be able to host such an impactful event for our community.

Here's a few pictures, mostly taken before the event started, if you did attend and are happy to share pictures we would really love to see them in the comments below.

We would also love to hear your feedback about the event if you attended so we can decide if its something the community would benefit from going forwards. Please either share your thoughts in the comments or e-mail us directly at [email protected]

☀️ RED EXTREME HEAT WARNING ☀️

The Met Office has issued a Red Extreme Heat Warning covering Cambridgeshire. This is the highest level of heat warning and means there is a risk to life, even for healthy people.

The warning is in place from 9am on Wednesday until 9pm on Thursday.

What does this mean?

• Temperatures could reach or exceed 37°C.
• Night-time temperatures may remain above 20°C, meaning little relief from the heat.
• Increased pressure on health services and transport networks is possible.
• Older people, young children, pregnant women and those with underlying health conditions are particularly at risk.

Please take sensible precautions:

💧 Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
🏠 Keep homes cool by closing blinds and curtains during the hottest hours.
🌳 Avoid strenuous activity and seek shade between 11am and 3pm.
🚗 Never leave children, vulnerable adults or pets in vehicles.
❤️ Check on family, friends and neighbours, particularly anyone who may be elderly or vulnerable.

The Recreation Ground and other green spaces can provide pleasant outdoor environments, but please remember that prolonged exposure to direct sunlight can quickly lead to dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke.

For the latest forecasts, warnings and advice, please visit:

🌐 www.metoffice.gov.uk

Stay safe and look after one another.

Godmanchester Town Council ☀️

Deputy Mace Bearer – Volunteer Opportunity

Godmanchester Town Council is looking for a Deputy Mace Bearer to support the civic life of our town.

Our current Mace Bearer, Stephen Wakeman, is a fundamental volunteer of the Council and plays an important role in representing the dignity, history and traditions of Godmanchester.

A Mace Bearer is a ceremonial role. The mace itself is a symbol of the authority of the Council and is carried at formal civic occasions, including civic events, parades, commemorations and other important town ceremonies.

This is a unique and honourable volunteer position, offering someone the opportunity to support the town, take part in civic occasions and help uphold an important local tradition.

Becoming a Deputy Mace Bearer is a real honour to the town and a valued way to contribute to the community.

Anyone interested in finding out more should contact Clair, Deputy CEO, at [email protected].

Our SEN Family Day is up and running at Godmanchester Community Plant Nursery & Cafe! Pop down for lots of information, stalls and fun kids activities. Everyone welcome 🌳🌻

🌳 TODAY 🌳

Join us at Godmanchester Community Plant Nursery & Cafe between 10am–2pm for a fun, inclusive and family-friendly day packed with activities, information and entertainment for all ages.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
🧩 A wide range of optional activities to take part - everything is free!
🚂 Godmanchester Miniature Railway will be on site with their portable track running their quieter locomotives.
ℹ️ A diverse selection of information stalls
🌲 Forest School taster sessions delivered by Farm Club UK
🗣 Talks from Pinpoint Cambridgeshire and Farm Club UK
🫧 Bubble displays, craft sessions and Makaton story times with Just Karen
🎨 Face painting & glitter tattoos
🛍 A small selection of retail stalls including:
• 3D printed toys
• A book stall featuring a dyslexia-friendly range
• Nature-based activity sets
☕ Delicious food and drinks will be available throughout the day from The Muddy Trowel Café.
🍦Ice Cream Van
🚗 Plenty of parking will be available on the field at the entrance to Park Lane.
📍 Location:
Godmanchester Community Plant Nursery
Park Lane, Godmanchester

Set up is well underway at Godmanchester Community Plant Nursery & Cafe for our SEN Family Day tomorrow. Quiet area all set up complete with bean bags and bunting. Talk and activity tents going up as we speak 😀 Please share details with anyone who may benefit from attending.

⏰Tomorrow! 10am-2pm

📍Godmanchester Plant Nursery, Off Park Lane in Godmanchester.

Parking available for visitors on the field at the entrance to Park Lane.

Cambridgeshire County Council's Fostering Service will be joining us at our SEN Family Day this Saturday at Godmanchester Community Plant Nursery & Cafe

If you'd like to find out more about becoming a foster carer, please feel free to stop by and have a chat with the team. Open to all.

Last week saw the installation of a very special memorial bench on the Recreation Ground in memory of Jamie Covington.
Many members of the Godmanchester community generously supported Jamie’s Quest, while others knew Jamie and his family personally. We are honoured to have this beautiful bench in place as a lasting tribute to Jamie and a place for reflection and remembrance.
A heartfelt thank you goes to A&K Builders, who generously installed the bench free of charge. Their kindness and support have helped create a meaningful memorial that will be appreciated by the community for years to come.
Jamie’s Quest for lifesaving cancer treatment continues to raise awareness of childhood cancers in his memory, and in loving memory of Jamie.