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Watford Mencap Launches First-Ever Inclusive Sustainable Fashion Show 


Watford Mencap is proud to announce its first-ever Inclusive Sustainable Fashion Show, taking place on Saturday 11th July 2026 from 6pm to 9pm at the Sacred Heart of Jesus and St John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church Hall, Bushey. 


Held as part of Helping Herts Week and Bushey Festival, the event will celebrate inclusion, confidence and sustainability, while showcasing the incredible community that makes Watford Mencap so special. 

The fashion show will feature a unique catwalk experience with models made up of Watford Mencap clients, staff members and supporters, all modelling outfits sourced from Watford Mencap’s charity shop on Bushey High Street. The event aims to highlight both the value of sustainable fashion and the talents, personalities and achievements of people with learning disabilities. 


Visitors can expect an evening filled with fashion, community spirit and entertainment, alongside a bar, stalls and raffle. 

The event forms part of Watford Mencap’s ongoing commitment to creating opportunities for people with learning disabilities to build confidence, develop skills and be seen, heard and celebrated within their local community. 

Jolene Stephens, Fundraiser at Watford Mencap, said: 


“We are delighted to be hosting our very first Inclusive Sustainable Fashion Show. This event is about much more than fashion. It’s about celebrating individuality, promoting inclusion and showing the incredible confidence, talent and style of the people we support. By using donations we receive in our Bushey High Street charity shop, models will showcase items available to buy. We hope the community will come along, enjoy a fantastic evening and support a great cause.” 

Funds raised through the event will help Watford Mencap continue providing vital services and opportunities for local people with learning disabilities and their families.  Including after school clubs, life skills projects and new garden resources. 


Event Details 

Watford Mencap Inclusive Sustainable Fashion Show
Saturday 11 July 2026
6pm - 9pm
Sacred Heart of Jesus and St John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church Hall, London Road, Bushey, WD23 1BA 

Tickets are available now via Eventbrite. 

About Watford Mencap 

Watford Mencap is a local charity supporting people with learning disabilities and their families across Watford, Three Rivers and Hertsmere. Through a range of services, activities and opportunities, Watford Mencap works to ensure people with learning disabilities are valued, included and able to live fulfilling lives. 


Organiser: 
Jolene Stephens
Fundraiser
Watford Mencap
jstephens@watfordmencap.org.uk


Book here: Watford Mencap Inclusive, Sustainable Fashion Show Tickets, Saturday 11 July • 6 PM - 9 PM | Eventbrite

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