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Run the iconic Vitality Half Marathon to support people with a learning disability
Wednesday, 09 October 2019
by EastKentMencap
East Kent Mencap are thrilled to announce that the charity has five free half marathon spaces for The Vitality Big Half in March 2020! This iconic half marathon begins at Tower Bridge and finishes at the Cutty Sark in Greenwich. You’ll be running a stunning 13.1 mile course through the heart of London, cheered on
- Published in Making a difference, News, Supporting people
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Yarn bomb sends a colourful message
Monday, 12 March 2018
by EastKentMencap
Members and staff alike were in a spin to find their head office in Margate had been transformed into a woollen wonderland on Thursday 8th March. Our Women’s Group carried out the ‘yarn bomb’ by decorating the building with colourful wool creations to raise awareness of International Women’s Day.
- Published in GOLD, Individuals with a learning disability, Making a difference, News, Stories, Supporting people, Volunteers
Margate resource centre takes a trip to Dreamland
Tuesday, 12 September 2017
by EastKentMencap
In August, members of our Margate resource centre visited the newly restored theme park by the sea for a day of laughter, sunshine and thrills.
- Published in Individuals with a learning disability, News, Resource Centres, Stories, Supporting people
Healthy Living Club proves to be popular
Wednesday, 19 October 2016
by EastKentMencap
We recently received funding to provide Fit Start, a weekly healthy living club where people can discuss healthy eating, try new foods and get the body moving.
- Published in Adult Clubs, Individuals with a learning disability, News, Supporting people