Stockport Fairtrade Group's Fair at Stockport College
Wellington Road South, SK1 3UQ
Saturday 12th November 2011, 10.30 am - 4 pm
Friday 4 November 2011
Wednesday 28 September 2011
Trafford FT Group stall at "Taste of Trafford"
The Trafford Fairtrade Group had a stall at the "Taste of Trafford" event held in Altrincham Market on Sunday 25th September 2011.
The stall was staffed by Tom Rudd, Sharman Frost and Councillor Barry Brotherton. We were visited by the Mayor of Trafford, Councillor Jane Baugh. Sharman was missing when this photograph was taken!
The stall was staffed by Tom Rudd, Sharman Frost and Councillor Barry Brotherton. We were visited by the Mayor of Trafford, Councillor Jane Baugh. Sharman was missing when this photograph was taken!
Saturday 16 July 2011
Trafford Fairtrade Stall at Altrincham Festival 2011
Our Trafford Fairtrade stall at Altrincham Festival on Saturday 2 July 2011.
Photograph courtesy of Hale & Altrincham Handbook
Saturday 25 June 2011
Fairtrade Stall at Altrincham Festival 2 July 2011
Trafford FT Group will be having a stall at Altrincham Festival on Saturday 2 July 2011.
The stall will be on Beechfields Recreation Ground, Grange Avenue, Timperley, WA15 6DY and any help on the stall during the day would be appreciated. We will arrive to set up before 10.00am and then the ground opens at 11.00am.
More information about Altrincham Festival from http://www.yourfestival.org.uk
The stall will be on Beechfields Recreation Ground, Grange Avenue, Timperley, WA15 6DY and any help on the stall during the day would be appreciated. We will arrive to set up before 10.00am and then the ground opens at 11.00am.
More information about Altrincham Festival from http://www.yourfestival.org.uk
Monday 16 May 2011
Basil Wakefield Memorial Service 17 May 2011
The Memorial Service for Basil Wakefield will be held at 2.30pm on Tuesday 17 May 2011 at Carrington Lane Methodist Church, Ashton-upon-Mersey, Sale.
Donations to Christian Aid.
Donations to Christian Aid.
Saturday 7 May 2011
Youngsters get creative for Fairtrade
Youngsters across Trafford have been awarded for their creativity as part of a Fairtrade competition for schools.
Pupils were invited, by the Fairtrade in Trafford steering group, to submit a poem, short story, picture or drawings on Fairtrade. Each participating school had an overall winner who received a book token from the Fairtrade group, and due to the outstanding quality of entries there were a number of runners up who all received recycled promotional items donated by Trafford's Recycling Officer.
The theme was 'Monkeying around for Fairtrade' and the two overall winners also received a cuddly monkey supplied by Sainsbury's in Altrincham. 10 year old Hannah Tomkinson from Oldfield Brow Primary School told the life story of a banana, with an exciting story of its adventure which caught the attention of the judges. Kian Wilson, aged 9, from St Margaret Ward Primary School wrote a poem about whether we think about the impact that the Fairtrade logo has on the communities that depend on it.
Executive Councillor John Reilly said: "By getting children involved in learning more about Fairtrade in interesting and fun ways we are educating the next generation. There is a lot of great work going on around Trafford to support Fairtrade and I am delighted that our schools are so keen to get involved and would like to congratulate all the youngsters on their excellent and artistic efforts."
Many schools in Trafford are working towards being accredited with the Fairtrade School Status. St Margaret Ward Primary School along with the Borough of Trafford have both recently had their renewal applications granted from the Fairtrade Foundation, and will continue to promote the value of choosing products with the Fairtrade logo.
Pupils were invited, by the Fairtrade in Trafford steering group, to submit a poem, short story, picture or drawings on Fairtrade. Each participating school had an overall winner who received a book token from the Fairtrade group, and due to the outstanding quality of entries there were a number of runners up who all received recycled promotional items donated by Trafford's Recycling Officer.
The theme was 'Monkeying around for Fairtrade' and the two overall winners also received a cuddly monkey supplied by Sainsbury's in Altrincham. 10 year old Hannah Tomkinson from Oldfield Brow Primary School told the life story of a banana, with an exciting story of its adventure which caught the attention of the judges. Kian Wilson, aged 9, from St Margaret Ward Primary School wrote a poem about whether we think about the impact that the Fairtrade logo has on the communities that depend on it.
Executive Councillor John Reilly said: "By getting children involved in learning more about Fairtrade in interesting and fun ways we are educating the next generation. There is a lot of great work going on around Trafford to support Fairtrade and I am delighted that our schools are so keen to get involved and would like to congratulate all the youngsters on their excellent and artistic efforts."
Many schools in Trafford are working towards being accredited with the Fairtrade School Status. St Margaret Ward Primary School along with the Borough of Trafford have both recently had their renewal applications granted from the Fairtrade Foundation, and will continue to promote the value of choosing products with the Fairtrade logo.
Wednesday 4 May 2011
Basil Wakefield
It is with great sadness that we have to report the sudden death of Basil Wakefield. Basil was the Chair of Trafford Fairtrade Group, one of the founders of the Group and a very active member.
We extend our sincere condolences to his wife and family. Basil will be greatly missed by his many friends.
We extend our sincere condolences to his wife and family. Basil will be greatly missed by his many friends.
Saturday 30 April 2011
Trafford Fairtrade Groups AGM 2011
The 2011 Annual General Meeting of the Fairtrade Group will be at 7.30pm on Monday 23 May 2011 at Carrington Lane Methodist Church, Ennerdale Drive, Ashton-on-Mersey M33 5NE.
Directions/Map
Directions/Map
Tuesday 19 April 2011
Fairtrade Fortnight Hamper Winner!
Wednesday 13 April 2011
Trafford's Fairtrade Borough status renewed
Thanks to the continuing efforts of Trafford Council, its partners and a committed group of volunteers, the Borough has had its application to the Fairtrade Foundation to retain its Fairtrade status approved.
Trafford continues to promote the significant benefits of continuing to support the Fairtrade ethics.
Corporate Director of Environment, Transport and Operations, Peter Molyneux, said the efforts of local retailers, businesses and other organisations, together with cafes, restaurants and public houses has developed over the last 12 months.
"Securing Fairtrade status last year was always seen as the start of a continuing effort. By buying Fairtrade goods and promoting Fairtrade ethics, people are helping support producers worldwide.
To see so many people embracing Fairtrade is exciting. To have retained our status is testament to everyone involved. This hasn't just been retailers and businesses, a number of our local schools have been awarded Fairtrade School status and churches also sell Fairtrade goods."
An internet-based guide to buying Fairtrade goods has been developed, advertising organisations and establishments that support Fairtrade in Trafford by selling, providing or promoting a fair deal for developing countries to their customers, staff or residents.
Basil Wakefield, Chair of Trafford Fairtrade Groups, said:
“Trafford Fairtrade Group are very pleased and proud that the Fairtrade Foundation has approved the renewal of Trafford’s Fairtrade Borough status. Our group of volunteers has worked hard with Sharman Frost from Trafford Council and other partners to achieve this result. However, we can’t be complacent; we have to continue to show that we are supporting Fairtrade, so if you would like to join our group, please contact Basil Wakefield on 962 3243 or email basil.wakefield2@ntlworld.com. Or if you are a Trafford business that sells or uses Fairtrade products, please contact Sharman on 912-4645 or mailto:sharman.frost@trafford.gov.uk.”
Trafford continues to promote the significant benefits of continuing to support the Fairtrade ethics.
Corporate Director of Environment, Transport and Operations, Peter Molyneux, said the efforts of local retailers, businesses and other organisations, together with cafes, restaurants and public houses has developed over the last 12 months.
"Securing Fairtrade status last year was always seen as the start of a continuing effort. By buying Fairtrade goods and promoting Fairtrade ethics, people are helping support producers worldwide.
To see so many people embracing Fairtrade is exciting. To have retained our status is testament to everyone involved. This hasn't just been retailers and businesses, a number of our local schools have been awarded Fairtrade School status and churches also sell Fairtrade goods."
An internet-based guide to buying Fairtrade goods has been developed, advertising organisations and establishments that support Fairtrade in Trafford by selling, providing or promoting a fair deal for developing countries to their customers, staff or residents.
Basil Wakefield, Chair of Trafford Fairtrade Groups, said:
“Trafford Fairtrade Group are very pleased and proud that the Fairtrade Foundation has approved the renewal of Trafford’s Fairtrade Borough status. Our group of volunteers has worked hard with Sharman Frost from Trafford Council and other partners to achieve this result. However, we can’t be complacent; we have to continue to show that we are supporting Fairtrade, so if you would like to join our group, please contact Basil Wakefield on 962 3243 or email basil.wakefield2@ntlworld.com. Or if you are a Trafford business that sells or uses Fairtrade products, please contact Sharman on 912-4645 or mailto:sharman.frost@trafford.gov.uk.”
Sunday 10 April 2011
Monday 21 March 2011
Fairtrade Coffee Morning at Sale Waterside 11 March 2011
As part of Fairtrade Fortnight, Trafford FT Group had a Fairtrade Tea and Coffee Morning at Sale Waterside on Friday 11 March 2011. Free samples were provided by the Co-op Group.
Paul Goggins MP for Wythenshawe & Sale East attended.
Paul Goggins MP for Wythenshawe & Sale East attended.
Heather Fogg, Paul Goggins MP, & Cllr Barry Brotherton
Monday 7 March 2011
Fairtrade Group at Altrincham Market 4 March 2011
Sharman Frost, Barry Brotherton and Basil Wakefield pictured at the Fairtrade stall on Altrincham Market on Friday 4th March 2011.
Sunday 6 March 2011
Kate Green MP - Fairtrade Coffee Morning 11th March
Kate Green, MP for Stretford & Urmston, will be hosting a Fairtrade Coffee Morning from 11am to 12 Noon on Friday 11th March 2011 at the Morris Hall, Atkinson Road, Urmston, M41 9AD.
All welcome but it would be helpful if you could contact Kate's office (Tel: 0161 749 9120 or email kate.green.mp@parliament.uk ) so that they have some idea of the numbers likely to attend.
All welcome but it would be helpful if you could contact Kate's office (Tel: 0161 749 9120 or email kate.green.mp@parliament.uk ) so that they have some idea of the numbers likely to attend.
Saturday 5 March 2011
Fairtrade Stall at Altrincham Market 4th March 2011
Members of Trafford Fairtrade Group staffed a stall in Altrincham Market on Friday 4th March 2011.
Plenty of free samples (courtesy of the Co-op and Ubuntu Cola) and a free raffle for a hamper (donated by Marks & Spencer).
Plenty of free samples (courtesy of the Co-op and Ubuntu Cola) and a free raffle for a hamper (donated by Marks & Spencer).
Sunday 27 February 2011
Trafford Fairtrade Group stall on Altrincham Market, Friday 4 March 2011
As one of their Fairtrade Fortnight events, Trafford Fairtrade Group will be having a stall on Altrincham Market from approximately 10am to 2pm on Friday 4th March 2011.
Free samples of Fairtrade chocolate etc.
Samples supplied by the Co-operative Group and Ubuntu Cola,
Free samples of Fairtrade chocolate etc.
Samples supplied by the Co-operative Group and Ubuntu Cola,
Stretford Fairtrade Group Coffee Morning Saturday 12 March 2011
Stretford Fairtrade Group are holding a Fairtrade Fortnight Coffee Morning on Saturday 12th March from 10.30am until 12 noon at St Matthews Church Hall, Chapel Lane, Stretford, M32 9AJ.
Fairtrade Stall ,Taster Table and Toy co-operative stall and Raffle.
Tea coffee and cakes will also be on sale.
Fairtrade Stall ,Taster Table and Toy co-operative stall and Raffle.
Tea coffee and cakes will also be on sale.
Tuesday 22 February 2011
"Monkeying Around for Fairtrade" Competition
To be part of this and to learn more about Fairtrade Young People are invited to submit a poem / short story on Fairtrade.
Fairtrade prizes to be won. [Kindly supplied by Sainsburys Altrincham]
So all you have to do:
Get creative…
Write a poem / short story on anything to do with Fair trade:
EG!-
‘My life as a banana’, ‘Banana Man ‘, “ Hubble Dubble chocolate Trouble”
Pictures & drawings also welcomed
All entries need to have name /age /school
To be returned to
Sharman Frost
Senior Sustainability Officer
Waterside House
Sale
Cheshire M33 7ZF
CLOSING DATE:- March 14th
Fairtrade prizes to be won. [Kindly supplied by Sainsburys Altrincham]
So all you have to do:
Get creative…
Write a poem / short story on anything to do with Fair trade:
EG!-
‘My life as a banana’, ‘Banana Man ‘, “ Hubble Dubble chocolate Trouble”
Pictures & drawings also welcomed
All entries need to have name /age /school
To be returned to
Sharman Frost
Senior Sustainability Officer
Waterside House
Sale
Cheshire M33 7ZF
CLOSING DATE:- March 14th
Fairtrade Event at Stockport Town Hall - 8th March
An important event during Fairtrade Fortnight is to be held in Stockport Town Hall ballroom on Tuesday March 8th, which is the 100th International Women’s Day. The event begins at 12 noon; the guest speaker will be Harriet Lamb, Director of the Fairtrade Foundation. There will be a Fairtrade Fashion Show and stalls selling Fairtrade goods. This event is a joint venture with Soroptimist International, SMBC and Stockport Fairtrade Group. Admission free!
Thursday 3 February 2011
Trafford Fairtrade Group Meeting - Monday 14 February 2011
The next meeting of Trafford Fairtrade Groups will be at 2.30pm on Monday 14th February 2011 in Room 7 at Sale Waterside.
Please report to the Welcome Point near Sale Library and ask for Sharman Frost. Someone will then escort you through the building's security system to the meeting room.
Please report to the Welcome Point near Sale Library and ask for Sharman Frost. Someone will then escort you through the building's security system to the meeting room.
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