Hereford City Council awarded £5,000 to Hinton Community Centre, which will go towards supporting their Fit & Fed and Cosy Café projects.
Over the years the popularity of the Centre has grown and has been used by numerous groups and organisations ranging from sports clubs, Herefordshire & Ludlow College, Prince’s Trust, Hereford Police Cadets and the NHS. It is estimated that there are over 1,000 Centre users every week. Hereford City Council actively support Hinton Community Centre, with Vince McNally as the Hinton Community Centre Manager.
‘Fit and Fed’ is an initiative run by the South Wye Boxing Academy and the West Mercia Police, aiming to give positive alternatives to children who would otherwise be at risk of drifting into anti-social behaviour and crime. It has been taken up by parents and has become truly valued in the community. The programme runs through half terms and longer school holidays and is especially aimed at underprivileged children to give them some nutritious and well balanced meals whilst engaging in healthy social activities. The Police attend in uniform to try and build a positive perception of their role and break down barriers; there is no attempt to conceal their input.
City Councillors felt this was a very sound project and appreciated that it covered every school break up to next year’s summer holidays. Sustainability of provision was an important factor in deciding that this application had special merit. Hereford City Councillors agreed to help continue Fit and Fed and the Cosy Café, as both projects have so far been a resounding success and have become an integral part of the community in Hereford.
For more information on Hinton Community Centre, visit HERE.
