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Annual Meeting of the Village of Findern

On 22 April 2021, the Annual Meeting of the Village of Findern took place virtually, with groups and organisations within the Parish joining to each give their annual report.

The meeting is an opportunity for groups and organisations active in the village to give an update to residents on their activities over the previous year. Also, the meeting is an opportunity for parishioners on the Electoral Roll to raise any matters of concern to them that relates to their local community.

Because of the pandemic, the Annual meeting in 2020, which would normally be held in the Village Hall, was cancelled. From the reports given in 2021, it was heartening to hear how many groups had adapted to the situation, and had been able to continue activities in some way throughout the lockdowns.

For those parishioners who were unable to attend the meeting, the Minutes (which include the full reports from each group or organisation) can be downloaded here.

Outdoor Gym Equipment is now available at the King George V Playing Field

The contractors HAGS have today completed the installation of the latest phase of improvements at the King George Playing Field off Heath Lane in Findern.

A range of Outdoor Gym Equipment has been installed alongside the Pump Track to extend the range of exercise options available to the residents of Findern.

Picture shows Outdoor Gym equipment at King George V Playing Field, showing the Monkey Bars and bench press rails equipment in close up Picture shows Outdoor Gym equipment at King George V Playing Field, showing the bike equipment in close up Picture shows Outdoor Gym equipment at King George V Playing Field, showing all items available

Equipment includes: –

  • Parallel Rails
  • Horizontal Ladder
  • Single Sit Up
  • 3 Height Step Up
  • Ski Stepper
  • Trinity Cycle
  • Leg Press

Instructions on how to use the individual items is displayed on each piece of equipment. It should be noted that the equipment is for adults and young persons over the height of 1.4 metres.

The Gym equipment is the second phase of improvements at the playing field, following the installation of the Pump Track in June 2020. The third phase planned is a hardstanding area with basketball hoop which will be sited alongside the Pump Track. The layout of the improvements still leaves a 7/9 a-side football pitch alongside the eastern edge of the playing field.

The Council hopes that the equipment will prove very popular and contribute to the level of fitness and well-being in the residents of Findern.

Volunteer for projects in your Community

Findern Parish Council is looking for volunteers to help with projects around Findern and Highfields, and within the parish boundary.

Poster calling for Volunteers to help Findern Parish Council

Can you spare some time, no matter how much or little?

Maybe you may have a particular trade or talent that could benefit your local community?

The Council would like to form a group of volunteers who will help with things like a community litter pick at Highfields; or helping Findern Footpaths Group plant trees at the nature reserve at Cardales Meadow; or help maintain the Rights of Way around the parish, keeping them clear for use.

Hopefully soon, we can think about community events such as the summer fayre and a Christmas event; we need volunteers to help with these too. Also, the Village Hall is always in need of volunteers to help with the running of this important asset in Findern. Maybe this is something that you would like to help with?

The first step if you would like to volunteer, or would just like to know more is to contact the Parish Clerk, Kate at
clerk@findernparishcouncil.org or ‘phone: 07444 085807

We look forward to hearing from you.