Welcome
Join us for a fantastic afternoon celebrating health, wellbeing and community at the 2026 CHAW Health & Wellbeing Fair – a free event for all ages at Wilmslow Leisure Centre!
Residents of Chelford, Handforth, Alderley Edge and Wilmslow are warmly invited to come along, meet local experts, and discover the wealth of support available right on your doorstep. Our annual fair brings together healthcare professionals, charities, community groups and local services who are all passionate about helping you live healthier, happier lives.
Saturday 9th May
Wilmslow Leisure Centre
1:00pm – 4:00pm
Whether you’re looking for practical health advice, support for yourself or a loved one, or simply a fun and informative afternoon out with the family, there will be something for everyone.
What to expect:
- Free face painting and activities for children
- Heart and blood pressure checks
- A huge range of local health, wellbeing and support services over 50 stalls
- Friendly experts ready to answer your questions and offer guidance
Live talks – be inspired by the experts:
- 1.30–2.00pm – Dr Assad Rafi: Neurodiversity (To Be Confirmed)
- 2.15–2.45pm – Dr Ayaz Damani: Stronger, Healthier, Happier – Men’s Health Made Simple
- 3.00–3.30pm– Dr Asimina Gaglia: Cutting Your Colorectal Cancer Risk: Simple Changes That Matter
Bring your family, friends and neighbours and discover the services, ideas and inspiration that can help you live well.
All are welcome – we look forward to seeing you there!
We will keep this page updated as we hear more
Meet Our Local Health & Wellbeing Heroes: ( see stall holders confirmed below)
We are delighted to welcome the following organisations to the CHAW Health & Wellbeing Fair 2026. Click the links to find out more about each organisation before the big day!
NHS & Health Services
| Organisation | About | Links |
|---|---|---|
| East Cheshire NHS Trust | Your local NHS Trust providing acute and community health services across East Cheshire, including Macclesfield District General Hospital. | 🌐 Website |
| East Cheshire NHS Trust – Podiatry Team | Specialist foot health advice covering diabetes-related foot care, nail conditions, biomechanics and how to access local podiatry services. | 🌐 Website |
| CHAW PCN | The Chelford, Handforth, Alderley Edge and Wilmslow Primary Care Network — your local GP practices working together for a healthier community. | 🌐 Website |
| Axess Sexual Health | Free and confidential sexual health services for Cheshire East — STI testing, contraception, HIV care, PrEP, pregnancy testing and more. | 🌐 Website |
| Spire Regency Hospital | Macclesfield’s leading private hospital offering fast-access expert healthcare — consultations, diagnostics, surgery and aftercare for insured and self-pay patients. | 🌐 Website |
| HCA Healthcare UK | One of the UK’s leading private healthcare providers, offering specialist services across a wide range of medical fields. | 🌐 Website |
Wellbeing & Lifestyle
| Organisation | About | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Everybody Health & Leisure | A local health and leisure charity running 16 facilities across Cheshire East — gyms, pools, classes, and health programmes for all ages and abilities. | 🌐 Website |
| One You Cheshire East | A free lifestyle service for Cheshire East residents — support with weight management, stopping smoking, getting active and falls prevention. | 🌐 Website |
| Active Hearts Wilmslow | A BHF-affiliated heart support group at Wilmslow Leisure Centre — practical and emotional support for people who have experienced heart disease and their families. | 🌐 BHF Page |
| BDP Heart Heroes | Trained community volunteers offering free heart health checks — blood pressure, pulse testing and cholesterol screening — to detect life-threatening conditions early. | 🌐 More Info |
| Alexander Technique | A practical method for improving posture, movement and releasing unnecessary tension — beneficial for pain, stress and general wellbeing. | 🌐 Website |
| Transition Wilmslow | A community charity tackling climate change locally — growing food, restoring biodiversity, promoting active travel and helping residents live more sustainably. | 🌐 Website |
| Tropic Skincare | Luxurious, plant-powered skincare and beauty products made with ethically sourced botanicals — natural, kind to skin and kind to the planet. | 🌐 Website |
| My Neuro Rehab | Specialist neurological rehabilitation supporting people living with stroke, Parkinson’s, MS and brain injury to regain independence and quality of life. | Link to be confirmed |
| The Baby Element Clinic | Specialist support for pregnancy, postnatal recovery and infant wellbeing — come and find out about the services available for you and your baby. | Link to be confirmed |
| Rubidium Healthcare | A healthcare organisation providing specialist services to support patients and communities across the region. | Link to be confirmed |
| Gleneagles P & Qs | A local community group offering social activities and connection for people in the area — come along and find out more! | Link to be confirmed |
| Cherished Care Services | A local care provider delivering compassionate, person-centred support to help people remain living independently at home with dignity. | Link to be confirmed |
Mental Health & Emotional Support
| Organisation | About | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Stable Minds CIC | A non-profit mental health hub in Knutsford offering counselling, support groups and wellbeing workshops for children, young people and adults across Cheshire East. | 🌐 Website |
| Mentell | A UK charity running free, confidential talking circles for men aged 18+ — a safe space to listen, share and connect, free from advice and judgement. | 🌐 Website |
| Involvement, Recovery & Wellness Centre (CWP) | Part of Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust — peer support, activities and a welcoming community space for people on their mental health recovery journey. | 🌐 Website |
| Epilepsy Support Wilmslow | A friendly local support group for people living with epilepsy and their families — peer support, information and understanding in a welcoming setting. | |
| The Men’s Den | A relaxed, informal social group for men — a friendly space to meet others, have a chat and look after your wellbeing. No agenda, just good company. | Link to be confirmed |
| Timeout Group | A community wellbeing group providing a regular space to step away from everyday pressures, socialise and support one another’s mental and emotional wellbeing. | Link to be confirmed |
Older People & Care Services
| Organisation | About | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Age UK Cheshire | An independent local charity supporting older people and their carers — information and advice, dementia support, social activities, benefits help and much more. | 🌐 Website |
| Sunflower Living Well Dementia Services | Part of East Cheshire Hospice — wellbeing programmes, carer support groups, dementia cafés and companion visits for people living with dementia and their carers. | 🌐 Website |
| Long Stone Manor – Care UK | A modern, purpose-built care home in Wilmslow offering residential, nursing, dementia and respite care in a warm and welcoming environment. | 🌐 Website |
| Walfinch Home Care Services | Award-winning home care championing an active lifestyle alongside compassionate, flexible support — helping people stay independent and thrive in their own homes. | 🌐 Local Team 🌐 Website |
| The Guild for Lifelong learning | Award winning adult education and social networking institution. Strengthening society and improving lives. | 🌐 Website |
End of Life & Palliative Care
| Organisation | About | Links |
|---|---|---|
| End of Life Partnership (EOLP) | Working across Cheshire to ensure everyone experiences compassionate, personalised end of life care — supporting professionals, carers and communities with education, bereavement support and planning resources. | 🌐 Website |
| East Cheshire Hospice | Providing compassionate care and support for people with life-limiting conditions, and their families and carers — inpatient care, day services, community support and bereavement care. | 🌐 Website |
Young People & Families
| Organisation | About | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Just Drop-In | A local charity supporting children and young people aged 11–25 across north Cheshire East — free counselling, mentoring and wellbeing support in Wilmslow, Handforth and Knutsford. | 🌐 Website |
| Wilmslow Youth | A local charity offering free early-intervention mental health support, counselling, mentoring, drop-in café sessions and activities for young people aged 11–18 and their parents. | 🌐 Website |
| Space4Autism | One of the largest autism charities in Cheshire East — 4,000+ activities per year for autistic people of all ages and their families, including satellite hubs in Wilmslow. | 🌐 Website |
| Girlguiding Wilmslow | Giving girls and young women the space to be themselves — building confidence, friendships and skills through adventure and community action. | 🌐 Girlguiding UK |
Advice, Advocacy & Public Services
| Organisation | About | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Citizens Advice Cheshire North | Free, confidential, independent advice on debt, benefits, housing, employment and more — with local drop-in services in Wilmslow, Poynton and Knutsford. | 🌐 Website |
| Deafness Support Network | A charity supporting deaf people of all ages | Home – dsn |
| Healthwatch Cheshire East | Your independent champion for health and social care in Cheshire East — listening to your experiences and making sure your voice shapes local services. | 🌐 Website |
| RASASC – Rape & Sexual Abuse Support Centre | A registered charity providing free, confidential support for anyone affected by rape or sexual abuse across Cheshire and Merseyside — counselling, ISVA support, helpline and groups. | 🌐 Website 📘 Facebook |
| Cheshire East Council Public Health | The public health team working to improve health and reduce health inequalities across Cheshire East through preventative programmes and community initiatives. | 🌐 Website |
| Wilmslow Town Council | Wilmslow’s most local level of government — supporting community initiatives, maintaining public spaces and giving residents a voice. | 🌐 Website |
Recovery & Substance Support
| Organisation | About | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Change Grow Live | The free and confidential Cheshire East Drug and Alcohol Service — non-judgemental support for adults and young people who want to make changes around substance use. | 🌐 Website |
Community & Social Groups
| Organisation | About | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Central | A Christian charity bringing hope and relieving poverty in Cheshire East — foodbanks, weekly Hope Centre drop-ins with free food and community, debt support and employment courses in Wilmslow and Handforth. | 🌐 Website |
| Connecting Chelford | A community group keeping Chelford connected — sharing local news, events and information, and bringing residents together to build a stronger village community. | |
| Alderley & District Caledonian Society | Celebrating Scottish culture and heritage in the Alderley Edge area — ceilidhs, social events and a warm community for anyone who loves all things Scottish. | |
| Self | A local group focused on personal development and community wellbeing — supporting people to discover their strengths and build more fulfilling lives. | Link to be confirmed |
| Face Painting | A splash of colour and plenty of fun for younger visitors — come along and join in on the day! | On the day! |
All stallholder information correct at time of publication. Links marked “to be confirmed” will be updated shortly. CHAW Health & Wellbeing Fair 2026 — Chelford · Handforth · Alderley Edge · Wilmslow.
If you would like a stall, please complete the below booking form by scanning the QR code or clicking the link.
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DISCLAIMER: Disclaimer: The attendance of organisations at this fair does not constitute endorsement or approval of their services by the NHS. Visitors are advised to make their own enquiries before engaging with any organisation
CHAW health and wellbeing fair 2026
