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  • Stress Awareness Month

    Stress and poor mental health are one of the biggest public health challenges that we’re facing. Sadly, even though that is the case, we are still not taking its impact seriously enough. We continue to separate mental health from physical health and vice versa. The reality is they cannot be separate – they are two […]

  • National Pet Month

    National Pet Month celebrates and raises awareness of responsible pet ownership through educational campaigns and resources across various platforms. National Pet Month celebrates pet ownership, sharing the many benefits of our cherished companions across the UK. Whether they’re providing laughs with their zoomies or snuggling up to us when they sense we’re sad, pets contribute […]

  • MS Awareness Week

    MS Awareness Week 2026 will run from 20th April. What is MS? MS is a condition that affects the body’s central nervous system (CNS). By the latest estimates, over 2.8 million people worldwide have MS. It’s a disorder that causes your body’s immune system to attack myelin, a coating that insulates some of your nerve […]

  • Saint George’s Day

    Take a close look at the English flag. That red cross over a white background has meaning. It’s actually St. George’s Cross — a symbol so closely intertwined with English national identity that St. George has his own national holiday. The legend of Saint George and the Dragon describes the saint taming and slaying a […]

  • Pay It Forward Day

    Pay It Forward Day, observed on 28th April each year, is a global initiative dedicated to spreading kindness and generosity throughout the world. Whether you’re a seasoned philanthropist, a compassionate neighbour, or simply someone who believes in the power of small acts of kindness, Pay It Forward Day offers a meaningful opportunity to make a […]

  • International Dance Day

    In 1982 the Dance Committee of ITI founded International Dance Day to be celebrated every year on the 29th April, the birthday of Jean-Georges Noverre (1727-1810), creator of modern ballet. The intention of the International Dance Day Message is to celebrate dance, revel in the universality of this art form, cross all political, cultural and […]

  • National Walking Month

    #Walking is one of the easiest ways to improve physical and mental health and stay connected to our #Community, helping us feel less lonely and isolated. And by swapping a short drive for a short walk, you can also help reduce air pollution, congestion and road danger – and save  yourself some money and keep […]

  • National Share a Story Month

    Organised by the Federation of Children’s Book Groups, National Share a Story Month is an annual event designed to celebrate the fabulous world of children’s fiction and to inspire a love of reading by sharing stories.  In 2026, the theme of National Share a Story Month is Once Upon a Storytime.  Running throughout May 2026, NSSM will […]