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About Westbank

About Westbank

About Westbank

We work to empower and improve the health of communities and individuals across Devon and to become a voluntary sector leader for development and innovation across Devon and the southwest region. Read more

Published: 8th October, 2024

Updated: 27th January, 2026

Author:

Our Vision, Mission & Values

Our Vision, Mission & Values

Westbank is dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of individuals. Our mission is to tirelessly promote and improve the quality of life, through a comprehensive range of health and wellbeing initiatives, ensuring lasting positive outcomes for all. Read more

Published: 2nd April, 2024

Updated: 8th October, 2024

Author: Wendy Hancock

Role of the trustees

Role of the trustees

The Westbank Board of Non-Executive Directors (Trustees) has a wide range of professional and practical skills and representations of user groups and primary care practitioners. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2020

Updated: 8th October, 2024

Author: Wendy Hancock

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  • Anti-Inflammatory Cooking. Traditional meals with a twist

    Anti-Inflammatory Cooking. Traditional meals with a twist

    Join us for a full day of hands-on cooking, learning and inspiration as we explore how to create a traditional dish using alternative ingredients that support a healthier lifestyle.

  • The Art of Slow Taste - PM

    The Art of Slow Taste - PM

    Join us on our 'The Art of Slow Taste' afternoon class for Adults on Thursday, 12 November.

  • The Art of Slow Taste - AM

    The Art of Slow Taste - AM

    Join us on our 'The Art of Slow Taste' morning class for Adults on Thursday, 12 November.

  • Taste Chocolate Differently - PM

    Taste Chocolate Differently - PM

    Join us on our Taste Chocolate Differently afternoon class for Adults on Thursday, 20 August.

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  • Gym

    Gym

    GET FIT | GIVE BACK
    Take out a gym membership at Devon-based charity Westbank and help other people through our charitable aims

  • Neighbourhood Friends

    Neighbourhood Friends

    Neighbourhood Friends is a flexible and responsive support service focussed on avoiding hospital admissions and reducing hospital stays.

  • Health Walks

    Health Walks

    Did you know we offer 12,000 Health Walk places across 24 locations in Devon, offering the chance to explore the outdoors, get to know the local area and meet new friends?

    Walks are accessible to all and range from Short Level 1 - Up to 30 minutes, to Long Level 3 - 60 to 90 minutes.

    All walks are led by our fully trained Volunteer Walk Leaders.

  • Holiday Club

    Holiday Club

    Open Monday to Friday in all school holidays (excluding the time between Christmas and New Year and Bank Holidays)
    for children aged 3 to 11 years

  • Exminster

    Exminster

    Healthy Living Centre

  • The Community Cookery School

    The Community Cookery School

    Our purpose-built teaching kitchen offers a range of courses for those who wish to gain knowledge, skills and confidence in cooking whilst learning to create healthy, cost-effective meals to suit their lifestyle.

  • Am I a young carer?

    Am I a young carer?

    Do you look after someone? Do they have an illness, disability, frailty, mental health problem, or drug/alcohol addiction? Would they struggle to cope without your support? Are you under 18? If yes – you are a Young Carer!

  • Patient Transport

    Patient Transport

    Our patient transport service enables people to attend their healthcare appointments and exercise and rehabilitation classes.

    In 2023, our Patient Transport Services Team supported over 3,200 referrals.

  • About Westbank

    About Westbank

    We work to empower and improve the health of communities and individuals across Devon and to become a voluntary sector leader for development and innovation across Devon and the southwest region.

  • GymClusive

    GymClusive

    Westbank’s inclusive community gym, GymClusive offers a variety of ways to exercise for disabled people, those with long-term health conditions or injuries and those with reduced mobility.

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Westbank Community Health and Care
Farm House Rise
Exminster
EX6 8AT

Opening Hours
Monday - Friday: 9am - 6.30pm

Phone: 01392 824752

Registered Charity No. 1119541 | Company No. 06243811

   

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