Vibrant Shropshire awarded Oswestry Memorial Hall a small grant to run a series of intergenerational activities at their base in the north of Shropshire.
Oswestry Memorial Hall (OMH) is a registered charity and community building in the centre of Oswestry. For over 120 years it has provided space for community projects, groups, clubs and events: with the purpose of enabling and supporting activities that help create a healthy, vibrant community.
This summer, with support from Vibrant Shropshire, OMH is hosting over 30 new activities and sessions aimed at bringing together younger and older members of the community: bridging the generations at a time when misunderstanding and disconnect between generations is growing.
Called MOVE MAKE MEND, the programme offers a range of activities and workshops to get people of all ages moving, making or mending together. Local instructors, clubs and organisations lead these ‘taster’ sessions to introduce local residents to new experiences; without barriers to age, wealth, mobility or health.
MOVE : There’s been fencing, curling, skittles, walking football and group dancing so far. Coming soon is ‘Fabulous Friday Family Funday’ of games focussed on those with special needs: an amazing & inclusive mix of activities for all.
MAKE : Talented local crafters and creatives have led sessions of painting, drawing, design, and needlecraft. Young and old have made new sounds and new friends at our ukulele sessions, and a new youth vocal group is to open their class to all for the first time.
MEND : Offers activities to mend items and to mend ourselves (wellbeing activities for all). A sustainable fashion project is teaching clothing repair and customisation. Local physical and mental health instructors are offering a diverse range of introductory sessions to improve body and mind; safe and inclusive for all ages and abilities. An enterprising group of 6th formers are offering social and supportive sessions for young people daunted by exam or career choices; with the help of older members of the community sharing their own journeys.
Oswestry Memorial Hall has received £4,140 from the UK Government through the Vibrant Shropshire Grant Scheme, funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
