Hingham is flying high after becoming the latest community in South Norfolk to achieve Mindful Town status, as part of South Norfolk Council’s initiative to strengthen mental health and wellbeing across the district.
Many of the town’s newly trained Wellbeing Champions are members of the Flying High Line Dancers. Local businesses and groups including Lincoln’s of Hingham and Hingham Community Cupboard also played an important role in supporting the town’s journey.
Achieving Mindful Town status highlights the commitment of Hingham’s Wellbeing Champions, who are now equipped to offer a listening ear and practical support to friends, neighbours, colleagues, and the wider community, backed by South Norfolk Council’s Help Hub.
South Norfolk Council’s Cabinet Member for Supporting People, Cllr Graham Minshull, said:
“This initiative encourages everyday conversations that help reduce loneliness, improve wellbeing and build a culture where people look out for one another, whether that’s over a coffee at Lincoln’s, during a dance class, or while picking up essentials from the community cupboard.”
Lisa Stevens, leader of the Flying High Line Dancers, said:
“When the opportunity came up to train as a Wellbeing Champion for Hingham, I jumped at the chance. Life is full of challenges, and it’s important to be there when people need a sympathetic ear.”
The momentum continues to build across South Norfolk. Members of Marlingford and Colton Parish Council have recently completed their training and achieved Mindful Village status.
South Norfolk Council is committed to further strengthening wellbeing support across the district and is encouraging residents and groups in neighbouring areas to get involved.
For more information, please visit www.southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk/community-safety/support-wellbeing/mindful-towns-villages/how-to-get-involved
