Arts Charities

To advance the education of young members of the public in agriculture, home crafts, country life and related subjects and in the interests of such members to provide facilities for recreation and other leisure time occupations.

To promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of music in all its aspects by the presentation of public concerts and recitals and by such other ways as the Singers through its committee shall determine from time to time and in addition to foster the enjoyment of choral singing by both performers and listeners.

Generate and enhance public interest in all aspects of the history of Folkestone and surrounding district.Arrange a series of talks throughout the year,together with exhibitions and outings,by producing for sale other publications that help to provide background for local history research.Supports other local organisations who seek to promote the history of Folkestone and surrounding district.

To give support to the Maidstone Orchestral Society in furthering the performing arts in the field of music making

The Trust's primary purpose is to support the Sir George Thalben-Ball Memorial Organ Scholarship at St Michael's Cornhill in the City of London. Other grants are given to young organists/church musicians (not singers) from any country, who are studying in the UK.

EHA aims & objectives. To promote education in art & crafts in Essex & adjoining counties, particularly in organising classes, day schools, demonstrations & exhibitions.

Archaeological group, with activities covering many aspects of archaeology, including public talks and lectures, practical excavation and research, training for beginners, publications, and public display of results of excavations. Membership is open to individuals of any age and any level of experience, from absolute beginners through to professional archaeologists.

The Society monitors planning proposals, particularly in the Ware Conservation Area and comments where appropriate. It operates a biennial Town Award Scheme in recognition of developments or projects that have enhanced the appearance or amenity of the townOrganises monthly talks on various relevant topicsIt publishes or sponsors various publications concerning the history of the town

Weston-under-Lizard Church Organist and music for use in the Church

A rural youth movement for young people aged 10-26 years. Members gain recognised skills and confidence in many activities such as public speaking, drama and entertainments, sports, stock-judging and stock presentation. The opportunity to travel and attend meetings and social events to fundraise for their club and the local community. This is a member led organisation.

Book ClubGardening ClubWhist Games (Held in Village Hall) BingoFriends Neighbours Old Peoples Tea (Monthly)Keep FitChildrens Parties , Arts Festival, Church Bazarr.Action for children. Also Yoga. Friends and Neighbours.

Provides opportunities for the Visually Handicapped to participate in all aspects of Drama

Annual music and drama festival held in Brigg, Lincs, for competitors of all ages. Many of our competitors are school children who benefit and gain confidence from performing in front of an audience. Apart from the war and Covid years, the Festival has been encouraging children and adults to share their talents since 1900. 2023 will hopefully see the 100th Festival.

A CLUB WHICH OFFERS ACTIVITIES TO PEOPLE WITH A DISABILTY AND PROVIDES A RESPITE PERIOD FOR THEIR FAMILIES.ACTIVITES INCUDE ARTS & CRAFTS, GAMES, OUTINGS.THE CLUB IS OPEN TO ALL AGES.

The village hall provides a venue for a range of community activities including a Sewing Bee, Pilates classes, Flicks in the Sticks, Annual Fete, Parish Lunch, Harvest Festival etc

Hospital radio station.

PROMOTION AND SUPPORT OF THE KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE OF ORGAN-PLAYING, ESPECIALLY AMONG THE YOUNG, THROUGHOUT THE ANGLICAN DIOCESE OF SOUTHWARK AND SOUTH LONDON

WALKING FOR HEALTH TWICE A MONTHCOFFEE EVENINGS AND FUND RAISING FOR CLUB ACTIVITIESSUPPER CLUB FOR MEMBERSCRAFT AND SOCIAL, BOOK CLUB, KNITTING FOR CHARITY

The Northavon Singers is a mixed voice (4-part) choir, performing two to three public concerts per year, in addition to a number of local events such as Christmas Carol concerts for local residential and nursing homes and ad hoc events on request. Some profits are donated to local and national charities, as and when viable. The choir has approximately 15 members.

Presentation of choral concerts

Providing such special benefits not normally provided out of public funds for any school serving the parishes of Lamport, Hanging Houghton and Faxton. Promoting the education of young people under 25 years of age who are in need of finanical assistance resident in the area of benefit, eg by grants toeards further education, assistance towards the costs of uniform, clothing, tools or books.

Relieving the blind and partially blind, or those labouring under some temporary or permanent incapacity or disability which makes reading a strain, by the provision of recorded tapes or by other oral means.

We are a small charity and help the disabled people and children in the Dunstable areaby having coach outings to seasides and zoos -three times a year.We also take handicapped people to a local theatre show once a year.We also help out at Gateway club in Dunstable every Thursday in the Year by attending the club to play table tennis,billards and other activities.

The Bela Bartok Centre for Musicianship (BBCM) provides specialist musicianship training for all age groups - especially for young children and for music students at music colleges - and aims to disseminate the results of this training (for instance, via workshops) in the wider community.

The object of the charity is to provide a weekly 90 minute memory stick (USB) of local news, information, literature, both fiction and non fiction for the blind, visually impaired and those labouring under some temporary or permanent incapacity which makes reading a strain.