SHout and About activity programme launch

A new competition aimed at encouraging people to try out a range of fun activities kicked off in style.
A special SHout and About launch event saw visitors enjoying a number of activities which will be featured in the competition, including hula hooping, arts and crafts and aerobics.
There were also live demonstrations, free food and the chance to meet with organisers from South Holland District Council’s Community Development team.
Coun Gary Taylor, portfolio holder for community, said: “This was an excellent event and gave people a chance to see first hand what the competition is all about.
“It promises to be an exciting contest and there is still time for people to sign up.”
The 12-week competition invites people to take part in weekly fun activities including arts, crafts, walking, exercise classes, cooking, gardening, dancing and much more.
By completing the activities, participants will be awarded points which go towards winning a series of prizes.
The competition started on Monday and the first week’s activity is a photography contest.
SHout and About is open to everyone in the district and people can enter as individuals, families or in small groups (the maximum number is seven).
Competitors can choose to sign up for the contest in five areas – Spalding, Donington, Crowland, Holbeach or Long Sutton and Sutton Bridge – but activities can be completed anywhere in the district.
The team/family/individual with the most points in each area at the end of the competition will win a grand prize of £200 worth of vouchers.
For more information about SHout and About or to get an entry form contact the Community Development Team on 01775 764871 or email shoutandabout@sholland.gov.uk.
You can also download an entry form by visiting www.sholland.gov.uk/leisure/news/SHoutandAbout.htm