Victoria Park and Bridgwater get an exciting new resource

March 2010

More than 70 people attended a launch event held on 27 January 2010 for a new Community Enabling Project based in Victoria Park Community Centre, Bridgwater which is seeking to offer informal support to people to make changes which may improve their sense of wellbeing. It was explained that people can be signposted by local agencies to the Community Enabling Team by or by contacting the Community Enabling Team Coordinator - with a free drink voucher for the 'Cafe on the Park' at certain times.

Also launched on the day was a World Wide Website commissioned by the Project from ADK Limited, a Taunton web design company and which enables members of the community of Victoria Park, Bridgwater and beyond to discover more about what goes on in and around the area.

The web site, found at www.victoriaparkbridgwater.co.uk , provides more than 50 web pages of local information and links, including: gallery, events, resources, advice, health, clubs, culture, resources, e-library, and more, for the local community.

The site, described as 'impressive' by Sally Hill of Victoria Park Community Centre, provides resources not only on local activities and self-development resources, (topics include: babies, early years, youth, parents, mature years); but also directs visitors to numerous sites and tools that can further develop their understanding of what health and wellbeing is all about. 'The 'For You' section offers a great look at what's available to those wishing to discover help and information.' said the site's creator, Andrew Knutt, Director of ADK Ltd.

'This is an exciting community project and the website is very well designed, vibrant, and offers a wealth of interesting information for all ages,' said Lydia Woodward, Project Manager, NHS Somerset.

The project and the website is designed to contribute to Bridgwater's growing provision of services and wellbeing resources and the web site is like a 'public library' for Bridgwater activities. The website will include a list of clubs and societies, events going on at Victoria Park, the multi-agency services of the community centre, what's available in the 'Cafe on the Park' and much more.

The site doesn't just provide links to other resources; but also provides helpful editorial content and links to even more invaluable information for anyone living in Bridgwater and the county. There are links and information on support available from NHS Somerset; Sedgemoor District Council; and Somerset County Council and others. The frequently updated site also provides a wide-ranging look at civic health and community participation.

From the comfort of their homes, local residents will have 24 hour access to interesting and supportive information. Here they will be able to watch videos, see what's on at the centre, along with local consultation information. The site will be able to promote special local events throughout the year and offer newsletters, as well giving all visitors access to our extensive set of resources.

People attending the launch on 27 January, had the opportunity to meet the new Community Enabling Team and also see a live presentation of the website www.victoriaparkbridgwater.co.uk. Many said that the website is a fantastic local asset, and worthy of an award for its delivery of information, and creation of a 'virtual' centre for the community.

More Information

ADK Ltd and ADK Design is a Somerset based design, media and business consultancy firm providing a range of design services to the business community. ADK Ltd is an associate of the Institute of Business Consulting, South West Design Forum, vice chair of Somerset Design Enterprise Network, Microsoft Partner, and a Chamber member of Somerset and Taunton. Contact us here.

The Community Enabling service is provided by NHS Somerset and contact Ken Kedward, Community Enabling Coordinator, Victoria Park Community Centre 07796 948351. The community centre is run by Sally Hill Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 7AS, Telephone: 01278 422255

The website and its content was provided by ADK Design, Hot House, Somerset College, Wellington Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5AX, Contact Andrew Knutt Tel.0845 602 6729, email info@adk.ltd.uk