We’re delighted to introduce Heart of the Community, a brand-new quarterly event bringing together local groups, organisations, charities, support services and residents under one roof at Champions Manor Hall.
Whether you’re looking for information, advice, support, local opportunities, or simply a friendly face and a chat over a cuppa, this event is for you.
Tuesday 14 July 2026
12:00pm – 3:00pm
Champions Manor Hall, South Woodham Ferrers
This free community drop-in will provide an opportunity to:
Meet local organisations and charities
Access advice, support and information
Discover services available in our town
Connect with others in a welcoming and friendly environment
Chat to your local councillors about any issues
we have the following organsisations attending on the 14th July 2026 so please come along to this FREE event and speak to representatives -
- Essex Family Carers
- Alzheimer's Society
- U3A South Woodham Ferrers
- SWF Community Safety Volunteer Service
- Chelmsford CVs/ Social Prescribers
- Essex Wellbeing Service
- Men's shed
- SWF Local History Society
- Parkinson's UK
- Dementia Care
- Trust Links
If your local group, organisation or charity would like to be involved, please contact Town Clerk Karen Atkins at katkins@southwoodhamferrerstc.gov.uk.
Together, let’s celebrate the people, groups and services that make South Woodham Ferrers such a wonderful community. 
Future Dates:
13th October 2026
12th January 2027