Settle joins community partners for fun day in Jackmans

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A group of people are sitting on a blanket on the grass at Jackmans Community Fun Day. Councillor Sadie Billing is holding her son while he has his face painted.

As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting residents in our neighbourhoods, Settle recently took part in a Community Fun Day in the Jackmans neighbourhood, one of the largest areas we work in. The event was organised by North Herts Police in collaboration with local partners.

The event provided an opportunity for residents to come together, enjoy a relaxed afternoon, and take part in a range of family-friendly activities including arts and crafts, face painting, a toy swap, and demonstrations around bike safety and repairs. There were also opportunities to find out more about local health walks and explore volunteering opportunities in the area.

Residents also had the chance to speak with various support agencies offering guidance on health and wellbeing, including Herts Fire and Rescue, Herts Help, Citizens Advice, Alzheimer’s UK, and the local police.

Building community connections

A Settle colleague stands under an orange tent beside a large orange banner displaying the Settle logo and website (settlegroup.org.uk). A child wearing a pink rucksack is in front of the banner engaging with activities on the stall.
Settle colleague running a stall at the Jackmans Community Fun Day.

Hannah, Neighbourhood Coach at Settle, said:

Events like these are key to getting out into our neighbourhoods, listening to feedback from residents, and reminding them about the support we can offer through working with local partners… It was great to see people of all ages there and to connect with other agencies about the continued support we can give to residents.

PC Callum Ellis, organiser of the event, added:

Today has been all about community engagement, bringing everyone in the Jackmans neighbourhood together so they can see the networks and agencies available to support them. It’s great to have Settle here to address any housing concerns.

Jackmans community event with people gathered around stalls and activities. A blue table with a banner featuring the Herts Constabulary logo is in the foreground, an orange tent is in the background, and a police car is visible on the right. Residents and their families are interacting, playing, and riding scooters on the grass.
Residents enjoying activities on offer during the event.

The event was well attended by local residents, including Councillor Sadie Billing, who brought along her children and praised the positive community spirit:

“I really enjoyed the community picnic, it was great to see such a good turnout and everyone coming together. It was a lovely, relaxed afternoon. Days like this remind me why I love our community and why I wanted to help support it.”

To find out more or share your views on the Jackmans Neighbourhood Plan, visit our Get Involved page.

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