Congratulations to our Amazing Volunteers

Kennedy Way Garden Community Group, Kim Woodham and Marjorie Appleyard have been announced as recipients of a Pride of Tendring Award!

They are among the sixteen incredible individuals and groups who have been named as recipients of this year’s Pride of Tendring Awards. The awards recognise those whose dedication and kindness make a real difference across our district. Now in its 14th year, the awards (organised by Tendring District Council) shine a spotlight on the volunteers, community leaders, and organisations who go above and beyond to support others.

Kennedy Way Garden Community Group
Nominated by Councillor Andy Baker
CVST Kennedy Way Community Garden volunteers welcome visitors, support woodworking in the Men’s Shed, planting, and upcycling, and maintain gardens including the recently completed sensory garden. They offer companionship, run stalls at open days, and fundraise. Initiatives like Wellness Mondays and Project Ignite foster health, youth engagement, and community.

Kim Woodham
Nominated by Councillor Mark Stephenson, Leader of the Council
Kim Woodham has been an active volunteer since moving to Clacton three years ago. Best known for her welcoming presence at CVST Community Centre, she supports visitors, assists at events, and helps vulnerable individuals. Her tireless work with CVST, Clacton Carnival, and St James’s Soup Kitchen embodies true community spirit.

Marjorie Appleyard
Nominated by Councillor Geeta Sudra
Marjorie Appleyard has devoted thousands of hours to volunteering, supporting people with dementia, multicultural communities, and vulnerable residents. A long-standing Alzheimer’s Society volunteer, she now serves CVST’s Dementia Café, Resilience Team, and community events. Her kindness impacts more than 100 people weekly and raises vital funds for local charities.

The recipients will be celebrated at a special ceremony at Clacton’s Princes Theatre on Thursday, 26 February, where they will be officially recognised and presented with their awards.

You can find out about the awards here.