Arts Charities

The Society's object is to promote the study of construction history for the public benefit. The Society organizes seminars and meetings, sponsors publications, assists the identification and preservation of archives, artifacts and records, co-ordinates and disseminates information in respect of construction, raises funds by way of subscriptions, sale of publications and seminars and conferences

Nationally recognised qualifications including RYA power boating and sailing; Seamanship; Offshore power boating and sailing; Pulling; Marine Engineering; Cook/steward; BCU canoeing; Full Bore Shooting; Leadership and First Aid.Courses, camps and competitions. Attending events in and around the community, such as, Lincoln Water Festival, Battle of Britain and Remberence Ceremonies.

Like all village halls in the country we are an independently run charity; serving the local communities. We fundraise for various charities and for the upkeep and maintenance of our hall; we run weekly bingo sessions and line dancing classes. We also host various events eg psychic evenings, quizzes, race nights and dances etc.We are available for private hire at a reasonable cost.

The Society was formed in 1972 with the aim of educating the public in the dramatic and operatic arts and to develop public appreciation of these arts. Over 80 shows have been produced throughout this period. Shows and concerts are performed with the Telford Area with "The Place" (the theatre) being used to stage the major shows.

The objects of the charity are to educate the public in the dramatic and operatic arts, to further the development of public appreciation and taste in the said arts and to assist and further such charitable institutions and charitable purposes as the committee shall from time to time determine. The charity achieves these objects by public performances in various forms by its volunteer members.

To promote the advancement and improvement of general education in relation to all aspects of the arts of drama and music and the development of public appreciation of such arts

Carry out fundraising activities such as Spring and Christmas Fairs, Quiz Nights and Book Sales to support special purchases and projects for the Museum.Provide volunteer support for the Museums events.

Provision of drama, acting, tutition and community theatre to members, to school communities, to those with special needs and to the general public

Plan, rehearse and stage dramatic plays in a variety of locations available to a diverse audience.

The principle activities of the Orchestra in the year under review are to promote live music by putting on concerts in the East Herts area including involving schools in children's and Christmas concerts, and to increase the standards of the local amateur musicians by engaging professional musicians to work and tutor.

The charity provides the use of the hall for the inhabitants of Manston and the surrounding areas. We have a wide range of groups that meet regularly including 4 dancing groups, a singing group, 3 excercise groups and a full time childrens nursery. Our aim is to maintain & improve the Hall for all.

Organise exhibitions and public events in libraries and other public places to promote the interest in old toys and toy theatre for educational and research purposes. Publish printed and online material relating to the Charity's objectives. Work with Pollock's Toy Museum on conservation and cataloguing of the collections.

To encourage and promote the study of the holy law and scriptures, The publication of prayer books and other publication of religious nature.

The charity supports new & existing ways of encouraging young people with severe learning difficulties to access to the maximum of their potential, all that other people can. These include sport, drama, and outward bound activities as well as accessing educational & health programmes that are not provided by local authorities.

To educate the public in the dramatic and operatic arts and to further develop public appreciation and taste in said arts, through:1. the staging of "live" opera and operetta performances and concerts at various public venues in Cornwall and Devon and 2. an education programme aimed at involving the wider community, by means of school workshops and masterclasses.

Youth Brass Band

We provide a wide range of services for our community. Starting with a local Pre-School to various groups such as Fitness, Dance, Art & Scouts.In addition we allow bookings for Private Hire such as Birthdays, Engagements, Wakes & more

We are a choir providing a musical education to our members. Anyone with musical ability may join and those in genuine financial difficulty are excused the annual fee. We support professional musicians by commissioning pieces from them and hiring them as soloists; and we raise funds for other charities through carol singing.

Activities for local residents and the surrounding communities including a toddler group, yoga, keep fit, art club, ballet, karate, heart rehab and social events. Facilities for the general public to hire for private functions and for special interest groups. Efforts are made to keep charges reasonable for local people.

Educating the public in the Art and Science of Music by the rehearsal of choral music, the presentation of public concerts and other charitable activities.

Amateur Operatics

Dancing karate bridge keep fit friendship club Under 5s Play Group Art Group Baton Twirlers L.A.Y. Womens W.I.

Carpet bowls for all ages competing against other community centres. Ladies groups playing beetle and bingo and other games. Dancing classes for all ages, tap and modern, line dancing, art and craft groups, young peoples activities, social groups to encourage social inclusion and cohesion and others.

Managing the hall for the benefit of the local community to hold theatrical events, concerts, sporting and social events.

Upholding the English Choral Tradition by the preparation for and performance of, sacred and secular music for the general public.