Woman Up Ashford

Woman Up Ashford This is where you will find out about inclusive and diverse events happening in and around Ashford for International Women's Day.

This will also be a space to share other events supporting the community throughout the year.

You lot are loving these ✨ GIVEAWAYS ✨International Woman's Day 2026-Give to gain. With the theme give to gain Woman up...
02/05/2026

You lot are loving these ✨ GIVEAWAYS ✨

International Woman's Day 2026-Give to gain. With the theme give to gain Woman up Ashford want to showcase local Female owned businesses monthly and what better way to do this than teaming up with these businesses to co-host some giveaways.

Want to win a pamper package from

The amazing ladies at The Pamper rooms Ashford have an absolutely fabulous prize up for grabs, a choice of a pamper package. The packages up for grabs are in the second picture and one lucky winner will get to choose one of those packages as their prize

THE PRIZE:
✨ PAMPER PACKAGE
✨ At The Pamper Rooms Ashford,1 Gilbert Rd, Ashford TN23 1JL

HOW TO ENTER:
1️⃣ FOLLOW both and
2️⃣ LIKE this post.
3️⃣ TAG a bestie in the comments (each tag = 1 entry!).

📅 T&Cs:
Entries close at midnight on 31th May
This giveaway is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Instagram or Facebook

New figures show women are less likely than men to receive bystander CPR as many "feel unsure about touching a woman's c...
13/04/2026

New figures show women are less likely than men to receive bystander CPR as many "feel unsure about touching a woman's chest", an ambulance service has revealed.

In the data released ahead of International Women's Day on 8 March, Thames Valley Air Ambulance reveals one in three women who suffer a cardiac arrest receive no CPR before emergency crews arrive.

Picture from https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cly1wk02ylvo

Smarden WI will be donating a female manikin to their local st John ambulance network today at the Charter Hall at 10am today. Well done Smarden WI

Appreciation post: Kate from Has supported us from the beginning of and we think she's awesome! ♥️Here's what she had t...
07/04/2026

Appreciation post: Kate from
Has supported us from the beginning of and we think she's awesome! ♥️

Here's what she had to say:
I started working at Kall Kwik printing in Ashford in 1998, and took over the business in 2021. It was a big step, but it’s been an incredible journey of growth, learning, and resilience. Being a woman in business has taught me the power of determination, creativity, and community.

Customer service is at the heart of everything we do at Kall Kwik, and helping brings customers ideas to life whilst building relationships brings us great joy.

This International Women’s Day, I’m proud to celebrate the journey so far and all the amazing women building, leading, and supporting each other every day around Ashford and beyond!

❤️

Time for another ✨ GIVEAWAY ✨International Woman's Day 2026-Give to gain. With the theme give to gain Woman up Ashford ...
01/04/2026

Time for another ✨ GIVEAWAY ✨
International Woman's Day 2026-Give to gain. With the theme give to gain Woman up Ashford want to showcase local Female owned businesses monthly and what better way to do this than teaming up with these businesses to co-host some giveaways.

Want to win a 1 hour reiki session at The lake House with the wonderful

Lisa is a Usui Reiki Master and Teacher practicing in the beautiful area of Kent. She offers a range of transformative healing modalities, including Usui Reiki, Crystal Reiki, and Distant Reiki, all designed to meet your unique healing needs.

THE PRIZE:
✨ 1 Hour Reiki session.
✨ At the lake house
HOW TO ENTER:
1️⃣ FOLLOW both and
2️⃣ LIKE this post.
3️⃣ TAG a bestie in the comments (each tag = 1 entry!).

📅 T&Cs:
Entries close at midnight on 30th April
Winner must be able to get to the Lake house

19/03/2026

Have you done the trail yet?

International women's day trail
Can you find all the women?
1. Harper's Cafe
2. Ashford Cinema
3. Tap Room
4. Salata
5. Little Teacup
6. Bucksford Law
7. Inking out Loud
8. Kokoro
9. Jays Soul Food
10. Dockers bakery- New street
11. Made in Ashford
12. East Kent Mobility
13. Craving House
14. Kallkwick
15. Liv2dance
16. Glasshouse
17. Valerie's
18. Gateway
19. Coachworks
20. Ashford Radio
21. Craftship
22. Designer outlet (guest services)

Don't forget get tag us

15/03/2026

They really are the backbone of everything! Whether it’s a biological mum, a grandmother, an aunt, or a mentor or friend who stepped into that role, that kind of unconditional support is invaluable.
The "role" of a mother, it's about who shows up, listens, and offers that specific kind of nurturing guidance.

Happy mother's day!
And if this is a hard day for you, know we are with you and you are loved.

❤️

11/03/2026

Our community posters are still up in until the 13th March there's still time to go and see them.

All of these amazing women were nominated by their community for all the wonderful work they do for the community. We think they are truly amazing!

Show them some love in the comments

Posters by
Brand Logo by
Posters printed by

✨ Celebrating the Magic Behind the Screen: Caroline! ✨Behind every vibrant post, every insightful story, and every conne...
09/03/2026

✨ Celebrating the Magic Behind the Screen: Caroline! ✨

Behind every vibrant post, every insightful story, and every connection we make here at Woman Up Ashford, there is one powerhouse making it all happen: 🪄

Caroline is the creative engine behind our digital world. She doesn't just "post"—she builds a platform that honours and elevates female-led businesses and initiatives across our community. Caroline also helps shape our events, supports as many as she can and does so voluntarily!

❤Why we’re celebrating her today:
The Ultimate Connector: She works tirelessly to ensure our followers stay informed and engaged with everything we do.

❤A Champion for Women: From highlighting local entrepreneurs to promoting our latest events, she keeps the focus on celebrating women and girls.

❤Creative Vision: She keeps our platforms looking vibrant and feeling like a true home for our mission.

Caroline, thank you for your endless energy and for making sure our voice is heard loud and clear. We wouldn’t be where we are without your dedication! 🥂💖

Show Caroline some love in the comments! 👇

Yesterday's march started off with Voices of Change: Inspiring speeches from Mayor Lyn Suddards and Bishop Rose. read h...
09/03/2026

Yesterday's march started off with Voices of Change: Inspiring speeches from Mayor Lyn Suddards and Bishop Rose.

read her poem written from the words of affirmation submitted by women at Saturday's Thrive event.

The March: Moved through Bank Street and Lower High Street toward The Coachworks.

Photos by

Reclaim the SkySometimesthe world feels heavy with injustice.When we are thrust into perpetual midnightwe must riselike ...
08/03/2026

Reclaim the Sky

Sometimes
the world feels heavy
with injustice.

When we are thrust
into perpetual midnight
we must rise
like stars
bright scars in the dark
warrior constellations
remarkable and strong

No single star should be expected
to shoulder the burden alone.
There is strength in sisterhood.
Where there are women
there is magic.

We intend to live forever
or die trying
brave and bold as fire
rising higher and higher
stronger than we think
I believed
you believed
she believed she could
so she did.

When the world hurls its spears
hope lifts us higher
leans us towards heaven
to be seen
to be loved
our heads held high
not just surviving but
thriving.

We’ve got this
but no-one sees the effort it takes
for a star to shine
through pressure and time.
We forget to remember
the power within
not too much or too little
enough to keep going through
the darkest nights.

Let it simmer.

Darkness is only temporary.
A shadow that slips
a night that drips away
when we become
the person our younger selves
would run to
when we talk to ourselves like
a best friend; when we
keep going
keep laughing
stay true to who we are.
When we tell ourselves we have
the right to live safely.

Women are cool.
We were born to be:
women with minds
girls with attitude
ladies with class
the best versions of ourselves
at last.

We have the power to
light up the night
and set fire
to the world.

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