Work Rest of Play wants to empower parish councils to create thriving, inclusive and sustainable communities.
By focusing on the everyday balance of our communities, Work, Rest or Play provides the tools, guidance and support needed for councils to make lasting positive impacts in the lives of their residents – without having to manage the upkeep themselves, enabling them to focus on their more pressing goals and objectives.
Our Goals
Work – Help councils stimulate local economies, support small businesses and create opportunities for employment and skills development.
Rest – Ensure communities are aware of and have access to safe, welcoming and peaceful environments, from well-kept green spaces to accessible services that enhance wellbeing.
Play – Promote social connection, active lifestyles and cultural vitality by supporting recreation, leisure and events for all ages.
Benefits for Parish Councils
By partnering with us, your council gains access to:
Expert Guidance – Best practices for planning, funding and community engagement.
Practical Solutions – Tailored resources to help manage local assets, facilities and initiatives.
Community Impact – Enhanced quality of life for residents through projects that encourage belonging, connection and pride of place, reducing loneliness and anxiety.
Sustainability – Support in adopting localism and other eco-friendly policies that protect the future of your parish.
Why It Matters
Parish councils are at the heart of local democracy.
The choices you make directly shape the spaces where people live, relax, and connect.
With the right support, you can unlock your parish’s full potential—making it a better place to work, rest, and play.
Book a time to discover how your council can lead with vision and purpose.
Our Community Bronze package is free, and use of our Events Calendar is available to everyone—no ‘package’ required!
Anyone can add events to our Events Calendar without even considering an advertising package. However of course there are numerous benefits of doing so.
Earn Rewards with Our Refer-a-Friend Scheme!
For every successful introduction using the scheme, you’ll earn a £20 reward. Bring in just 8 paying advertisers, and you’ll unlock an upgrade to our Community Silver package. Alternatively, you can choose to remain on the Bronze level and use your earnings as donations or contribute to funding opportunities for local projects in your area. Find out more here.