Sir Gavin Williamson MP attended the inaugural Chez Fest – an event based in Cheslyn Hay designed to promote health and wellbeing.
Gavin joined local residents as well as members of the Cheslyn Hay and Great Wyrley Health and Wellbeing Club for an afternoon of fitness-focussed sessions which took place at ‘The Park’ on Rosemary Road, Cheslyn Hay.
Gavin also contributed to the Peloton Bike challenge whereby visitors were asked to guess how many miles were clocked up by participants over the course of the day.
The event also featured the Carbon Balloon, an initiative launched by Staffordshire County Council to enable residents to visualise how their daily activities can impact carbon emissions. The ten-meter carbon bubble was inflated using a low carbon fuel (Hyrdrogenerated Hydrogen Oil) whilst climate change teams were on hand to give people advice on how to lower their carbon footprint.
Chez Fest also featured a penalty shootout competition to coincide with the men’s 2024 Euro Final between England and Spain, whilst a range of local companies provided refreshments and snacks.
Sir Gavin said: “It was wonderful to attend the very first Chez Fest and to be able to support the promotion of health and wellbeing in our communities. Exercise has so many physical and mental health benefits and I was pleased to see so many residents supporting the event.
“The organisers did a terrific job to plan and organise a day which I know was enjoyed by so many. I do hope that similar events are organised in the future.”
