Westbank Community Health and Care

24/06/2026

Cook, Learn and Enjoy at Westbank's Community Cookery School.

Whether you're looking to master a new skill, build confidence in the kitchen, enjoy quality time with the family, or simply try something different, our Community Cookery School has a range of hands-on classes for adults and families this year.

From Gluten-Free Baking and Italian Bread Making to Taco Tuesday, Bean Burger Bonanza, and Anti-Inflammatory Cooking, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Every booking makes a difference - when you join one of our cookery courses, you're doing more than learning new skills and recipes. Every class helps fund Westbank's charitable work, supporting community cooking sessions, health and wellbeing programmes, and services that help people across Devon live healthier, happier lives.

📍 Westbank, Healthy Living Centre, Exminster
🧑🏽‍🦳 Adult and Family Classes, Inc neurodivergent friendly sessions

For more information and to book, visit: www.westbank.org.uk/cookery-classes

Thank you for helping us create opportunities to learn, connect and thrive through food.

Ashburton Library Bovey Tracey Library Chudleigh Library Topsham Surgery & Glasshouse Medical Centre

24/06/2026

Finished your A-Levels? Heading to university this autumn?

Last-minute spaces available on our heavily subsidised Learn to Cook with Confidence course, starting Monday!

If your idea of cooking is beans on toast or a takeaway app, this course is for you. Over six fun, hands-on sessions, you'll learn the essential skills you need to cook simple, healthy and affordable meals from scratch before you head off to uni.

Book your place now: www.westbank.org.uk/Event/learn-to-cook-29-june-3-aug

✅ Learn kitchen basics and food safety
✅ Master knife skills and meal preparation
✅ Cook delicious everyday meals
✅ Build confidence in the kitchen
✅ Save money and eat better at university
✅ All ingredients provided

📅 Starts Monday 29 June
⏰ 10am - 12.15pm (2-2.5 hours on a Monday for 6 weeks)
📍 Westbank Community Cookery School, Exminster
💷 Just £30 for the 6-week course

Whether you're moving away from home, taking a gap year, or simply want to learn a valuable life skill, this friendly beginner's course is the perfect place to start.

⚠️ Limited last-minute availability – book now to secure your place!

Book your place now: www.westbank.org.uk/Event/learn-to-cook-29-june-3-aug

23/06/2026

⚠️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION ⚠️

Due to the extreme heat forecast for tomorrow (Wednesday, 24th June), a number of Westbank Health Walks have been cancelled for the safety of our walkers and volunteers.

Please see the full details below.

Thank you for your understanding, and please take care in the hot weather.

Due to the extreme heat forecast for tomorrow, our Walk Leaders have made the decision to cancel their scheduled walks for tomorrow.

Our Wonford group are still meeting at the Community Centre but only for drinks and a catch up

📍 Locations and Meeting points

Exeter City Centre - Cancelled

Tiverton - Cancelled

Wonford – meeting at Wonford Community & Learning Centre Ltd at 10.30am
Drinks and Chat only

Silverton – Cancelled

St Thomas – Cancelled

New to Health Walks or want to know more?
🌐 www.westbank.org.uk/healthwalks
📞 01392 824752
📧 [email protected]

23/06/2026

Important Notice – Coffee on the Corner

Due to road closures affecting access to the area this weekend, Coffee on the Corner will be CLOSED on THURSDAY, 25th June and MONDAY, 29th June.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding while these temporary disruptions are in place.

23/06/2026

As an unpaid carer, looking after your cared for can be challenging enough, so would you be prepared if they became ill or had an accident? 🚑

Join our Devon Carers at Westbank service and learn basic first aid skills with our FREE Carer Skills Workshop. For more information, please see the post below 👇

Caring for someone is difficult enough but are you prepared if they become ill or have an accident? 🚑

Why not join our face-to-face Basic first aid skills - Carers Skills Workshop where we will:
📌 Inform you of how to safely approach a scene
📌 Complete a casualty assessment, place someone in the recovery position and understand why we do it
📌 Perform CPR and treat a choking casualty safely and effectively
📌 Discuss common injuries; bleeds, fractures and burns
📌 Give you time to ask Q&A’s

🗺 The Burton, Bideford
📆 Monday 13th July
⌚️ 10am-12.30pm

📨 Book your place NOW by emailing: [email protected]

You must be registered with us and booked your place in advance to attend. If you are not registered with us, you can do so here: https://devoncarers.org.uk/register-for-support/

For more information visit:👇
https://devoncarers.org.uk/support/carersskills-workshops/

23/06/2026

As the temperature continues to rise this week, you might find the below information from the NHS useful to stay cool ❄️🌞

23/06/2026

Benefact Movement For Good Special Community Draw!

We’re excited to share that the Benefact Group’s Movement for Good programme is giving 20 charities the chance to win £5,000 each in its special Community draw — and we’d love your support to help us be one of the winners.

Nominating us only takes a couple of minutes, but the impact could be significant. Every nomination helps increase our chances of receiving funding that would support our vision for everyone to be living fulfilled, healthier, happier lives for longer.

Charity Number: 1119541

Please act now. Nominations are open between 22nd June - 5th July 2026

Use the link below to nominate us, and please share it with friends and family. The more nominations we receive, the greater our chance of winning.

Movement for Good - Nominate a community charity for a £5,000 award.

Thank you in advance for your support.

We could receive a £5,000 donation with your help through the Movement for Good Draw.

23/06/2026

Our Health Walks at Westbank team and walkers enjoyed a lovely stroll along the Discovery Trail at Haldon Forest on Saturday, 20th June, as part of our 40th Anniversary celebrations.

Find out more below, and why not join us on one of our upcoming Health Walks? We'd love to welcome you.

🚶‍♀️ Find out more: www.westbank.org.uk/healthwalks

23/06/2026

Like so many of us, Tracy only recognised herself as an unpaid carer when her daughter was diagnosed in her early 20’s with Autism and Inattentive ADHD. Her caring journey has led her to become a Carer Ambassador for Devon Carers, which enables her to speak out for others, raise awareness and help shape the future of adult carer services.

Read more about Tracy's story here: www.westbank.org.uk/tracys-story (link to website in bio)

22/06/2026

👶 New Parent & Baby Health Walks in Ilfracombe

Looking for a friendly way to get outdoors with your baby or toddler, enjoy some gentle exercise and meet other local parents?

Join our new Parent & Baby Health Walks in Ilfracombe – a relaxed series of walks designed especially for parents, babies and toddlers. Discover local routes, enjoy some fresh air and connect with other families in your community.

📍 Meet at Ilfracombe Library, EX34 9DS
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📅 Tuesdays: 21 July, 18 August & 15 September 2026
🕤 9:30am
⏱️ 45–60 minutes
🚶 Grade 1–2 walk

Whether you're looking to improve your wellbeing, explore the local area or simply enjoy a chat with other parents, everyone is welcome.

For more information, contact the Westbank Health Walks team:
📞 01392 824752
📧 [email protected]
www.westbank.org.uk/healthwalks

Please note: Walks are subject to change.

Grade 1 | 30-45 minutes
Walks on flat ground or gentle slopes with mainly firm surfaces, no steps or stiles.

Grade 2 | 45–75 minutes
Walks may include moderate slopes, steps, unpaved footpaths and possibly stiles.

Grade 3 | 90 minutes
Walks may include steeper slopes, steps, unpaved footpaths and stiles.