Thousands of runners across the country have found out if they made it into the 2027 London Marathon ballot. If you’d already started picking your race playlist but didn’t get lucky in the ballot this time, don’t mothball your trainers just yet as we have an equally exciting challenge for you. Run for the Wingate The Wingate Centre’s four London Marathon charity places have already been given to some brilliant runners (who you’ll be meeting very soon). But we didn't want thos

Students at Brine Leas School in Nantwich celebrated the end of the school year by presenting The Wingate Centre with a donation of almost £600. The school’s Lovell House raised the bulk of the money through a sponsored walk by Year 7 pupils in Opportunities Week. A spokesman for the school said: “Thanks to the incredible efforts of our students and the generosity of their supporters, we’ve raised £580 for each of our three House charities – with sponsorship donations continu

The Wingate Centre’s Sunshine Café welcomed a group of around 25 bikers on Saturday when they stopped off for a well-earned lunch break during their 200-mile trek across Cheshire, Shropshire and Staffordshire. The Three Counties Trek was organised by the Cheshire branch of the British Police Motorcycle Trek Association (BPMTA), who took advantage of the café’s new Saturday opening hours to refuel the group's motorcyclists and pillion riders. Karen Scanlon, the Wingate’s Finan

Natalie is a familiar face here at The Wingate Centre as she's been a regular for around 25 years. Now in her 30s, she loves taking part in a range of activities that help improve her fitness and confidence. Natalie's diagnosis · Down syndrome · Congenital heart disease Her favourite Wingate activities · Disability Fitness · Boccia · Dance Natalie says: “I enjoy dance, fitness, sports. They keep me fit, and I feel happy after doing them

We're calling on local businesses to get behind our new fundraising campaign by pledging to raise £1k each a year to help our work to support people with SEND.

Book now for our SPARKS Summer Disco on Tuesday 14th July.

Here's a round-up of some of the people and businesses who have been giving us a helping hand over the last few months. We welcome all support.

We’ve launched Wingate Holidays to give people with additional needs and their families a comfortable, welcoming place to stay in the scenic Cheshire countryside. Located in an idyllic spot in Wrenbury, near Nantwich, our fully accessible self-catering accommodation will give you and your family or group the chance to enjoy a relaxing, stress-free holiday. That means a break where you don’t have to worry about access and other issues. Instead, you can focus on making the most

Due to popular demand, we’ve extended the opening hours of our Sunshine Cafe here at The Wingate Centre in Wrenbury, near Nantwich. We’re now open every Saturday from 9.30am to 2.30pm – on top of our usual Monday to Friday hours. So, you can enjoy coffee and cake, a hearty breakfast or lunch from Monday to Saturday. Plus, we have a lovely outdoor seating area that’s perfect for catching up with friends or family or when you’re out walking or cycling. You’re also welcome to br

Join us in welcoming our new team members and congratulating another who has taken on a new role following the retirement of our CEO.

The Wingate Centre is thrilled to be among a select few local charities chosen by property firm Legat Owen for their £40k fundraising drive. The company – which has offices in Nantwich, Chester and Liverpool – is celebrating its 40th anniversary throughout 2026 by raising £40,000 for four local charities. Frances Brown, Wingate’s Partnership & Engagement Lead, joined representatives from the three other local charities to meet the team at Legat Owen. It was a chance for her t

They did it! Together, our five incredible London Marathon runners have raised more than £9,000 to support disabled children, young people and adults across our community by tackling this year’s 26.2-mile event. A massive well done and thank you to Jodie Traynor, Erica Taylor, Katy Firth, Angela Beecher and Molly Goodwin who collectively clocked up more than 130 miles to raise vital funds for The Wingate Centre’s work. By crossing the finish line, our fabulous five have helpe

Next time you visit The Wingate Centre you may notice our mini-makeover – all thanks to Team Being and their corporate volunteers. It was a pleasure to welcome Team Being who brought a group of 50 corporate delegates to transform five spaces for their Projects with Purpose event. In just three hours, their team rolled up their sleeves and gave us: New murals in our residential accommodation – featuring calm, Cheshire-inspired scenes in our brand colours, designed so every chi

This Sunday, 26 April, Jodie, Erica, Katy, Angela and Molly take on 26.2 miles of London for The Wingate Centre. Between them they have already raised over £7,400 — every pound of it heading straight into the activities, residentials and facilities our young people rely on. All five JustGiving pages are on our Linktree. Before you scroll any further: pick one, pick all five — please give them a push in the final 72 hours. Meet the runners Jodie Traynor — Running London has be

The Sunshine Cafe at the Wingate Centre is the perfect place for breakfast and with the free wifi and comfortable surroundings, an ideal place to write a blog!

For families, schools, and groups supporting individuals with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), finding the right place to stay is crucial.

Rebound therapy is a great way to support physical and emotional well-being. It provides a fun, gentle and effective form of exercise that can benefit many individuals, especially those with special educational needs and disabilities. At The Wingate Centre we have seen how this therapy can boost self-confidence, improve coordination and promote overall health. Let me guide you through what rebound therapy is, how it works, and why it can be a valuable addition to your support

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Gardening might seem like a gentle pastime, but it’s a powerhouse when it comes to health and wellbeing. Whether it’s digging, weeding, or just being outside in the fresh air, gardening offers real physical, mental, and social benefits—and it’s something almost anyone can do. Studies show gardening activities like digging, raking, or mowing the lawn can burn as many calories as a moderate-intensity workout. Regular gardening can help prevent chronic conditions such as obesity

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