Arts Charities That specialise in Literature

Publishes journal, organises annual conference and other seminars, acts as contact point, disseminates information, and contributes to discussions on library materials on Africa.

The Museum produces a range of displays. Some are long term, e.g. Railways, others are short term to show aspects of the collections held by the Museum. Displays are mounted to celebrate local anniversaries of significance. Documents , photos and publications are available to consult or purchase. An education group provide a range of activities for local schools and societies.

Organising and controlling financing of excursions and both annual & summer garden parties, open to members only. These to be of historical or nature interest (excursions) only.Monthly talks on local and historic items of interest, especially about Chepstow.Digitisation of Ivor Walters books on historic Chepstow, previously published between 1950s and 1970s

Funding for Powysland Museum & book library.

SUPERVISES THE EDITING AND PUBLICATON OF THE LONDON JOURNAL, BY CONTRIBUTING TO COSTS INCURRED BY EDITORIAL BOARD AND AUTHORS OF ARTICLES IN THE JOURNAL

Printing of the booklet The Missing Peace and various other Christian literature in various languages, production of DVD's

We record on audio equipment extracts from local newspapers. Copies are sent to those with sight impairment in this district, i.e. those with difficulties in reading those newspapers. We also send an audio magazine to these listeners. This contains miscellaneous items of interest.

Provides grants, bursaries and allowances to assist with a variety of needs, specialist clothing, books or equipment for a course or to assist entry into working life. Allowance towards cost of travel in the UK or aborad for educational purposes.Studying music, arts science or maths. Applicants must be between the ages of 11 and 25 and reside (or their parent reside) in Gainsborough, Lea or Morton

Supply meeting room and accommodation for the use of the County Public Library to service the local community.

The Society's prime objective is to advance the education of the public in all types of road steam engines and associated equipment by providing practical demonstrations and displays of Traction Engines and other machinery and by supporting the production of literature dealing with both technical and historical matters relating to the construction and use of steam on the road.

Provide financial assistance for pupils who have attended or still attend the school at Prescot by awarding travel scholarships etc. or helping to pay for extra courses, outfits, tools, instruments or books they may need to further their educationGrants for Educational Equipment not provided by the local authorityUpkeep, repairs and improvements to the Outdoor Education facility at Tan y Graig

To provide educational and religious books to Hereford Cathedral Library so that they are accessible to members of the public.

Promotes the study of the history and literature of early Methodism; to accumulate exact knowledge and provide a medium of intercourse on all related subjects.

Provides books, supplies, toys and enrichment activities for the school and its students. This is funded by various charitable events throughout the year.

Public Hall for use by the community. Dance classes, drama group, whist drives, keep-fit activities, Yoga classes. Film nights. Tribute artists with live music. Hire of Hall for parties and use by the Community Council. Free book loan/library.

Promotes knowledge and appreciation of the lives and works of A.E. Housman, other members of his family and the causes of literature and poetry.Activities include the publication of an Annual Journal, a Newsletter twice a year, Poetry Readings and Discussions, Commemorations in Bromsgrove and Ludlow, an Annual Lecture and the publication of books about A.E.Housman & family.

The charity was founded in 1950 to promote appreciation and study of the writings of Richard Jefferies (1848-1887). Members receive spring and autumn newsletters, an annual report and a Journal and can take advantage of the Society's extensive library. Activities include winter meetings, a study day, special outings, events, a Birthday Lecture and an Annual General Meeting.

Watching brief on all local authority planning applications and comment where appropriate. Monthly meetings for members between Sept & May. Quarterley magazine. Annual outings. Encourage good design & aesthetics and streetcapes in the town.

MAKING GRANTS TO INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANISATIONS IN CHORLEY

To provide practical help and advice to anyone who is about to have a surgical procedure which will result in an ileostomy or internal pouch. To keep members of the charity and other interested groups aware of topics of interest by means of periodic publications and local meetings.

To grant pensions to spinsters and widowed ladies of not less than 40 years of age as the Trustees select for this purpose and to assist such poor girls who are preparing for, entering or engaged in any trade, occupation or profession by the provision of tools, books, payment of fees, travelling expenses or such other means which will fit them to earn their own living or advance them in life

We gave grants to projects in Russia helping families with children with muscular dystrophy. Since 2022, we no longer work in Russia, nor finance the library we created, The Prince George Galitzine Memorial Library at 46 Fontanka Embankment, St Petersburg, our aim was to preserve Russian history of the 20th Century through books. We hope to continue to find cultural projects to promote elsewhere

Encouraging the study of and interest in local history and archeology in all its aspects with a special reference to the history of Pinner and its environs. To publish the results of members' research in the society's NEWSLETTER and in published books

The Society organises an annual programme of lectures (October to April) on local history and archaeology as well as excursions for members during the summer to sites of historical interest. The Society undertakes research and publishes historical books and periodicals. Its archives contain a wider range of material (e.g., maps, letters, photographs, taped interviews).

To purchase extra's such as playground toys, reading books and whole school activities for the children to use within the school day, to enhance the childrens' learning. To provide after school events such as school disco's and visits to theatres.