"Wicksteed is a sanctuary": Cransley Hospice supports the park during World Wellbeing Week

Wicksteed Park is an important space for Kettering residents
Wicksteed Park has been described as a sanctuary by Cransley Hospice. (Photo Jenine Rees)Wicksteed Park has been described as a sanctuary by Cransley Hospice. (Photo Jenine Rees)
Wicksteed Park has been described as a sanctuary by Cransley Hospice. (Photo Jenine Rees)

Cransley Hospice has recognised the importance of Wicksteed Park for the people of Kettering during World Wellbeing Week.

The hospice said it recognises the importance of a holistic approach to wellbeing, which seems more poignant than ever during the challenges of lockdown.

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Jenine Rees, marketing manager at Cransley Hospice, said: "Exercising in the park had a hugely positive effect on my overall mental and physical health.

"There is nothing like a good walk or run to help clear your mind from worries and anxiety.

"At the hospice, we are very aware of the benefits of nature on the overall wellbeing of our patients and the benefits to those who are grieving."

World Wellbeing Week is an awareness event that aims to promote a better understanding of overall mental health and how to manage it.

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Cransley Hospice said: "Wicksteed is not just a theme park but has been a lifeline and sanctuary for so many in and around Kettering.

"Over the years many people and charities have used the park to help fundraise or to find sanctuary in their grief. Until weather and lockdown prevented it, the Saturday morning park run brought runners, joggers, walkers of all ages and abilities together, whatever the weather to pound paths of the beautiful park.

"Every park runner will leave feeling uplifted and better for the early morning exercise, the fresh air and green space flushing away stresses and strains."

The Kettering hospice said it sincerely hopes that Wicksteed comes through this time, after announcing that its operating company had gone into administration.

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Cransley Hospice has also been affected by lockdown and has hosted a number of virtual events to fundraise vital support for its services.

The next upcoming event is the BIG Garden Party in August.

Cransley Hospice cares for those with life-limiting illnesses and considers the physical, mental, social and spiritual needs of patients.

Staff are trained to be sensitive and compassionate listeners and offer confidential and non-judgemental support.

Cransley Hospice is a charity and relies on donations to raise £1.4m every year.

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