Charities In Durham

We provide a rescue for domestic animals & wildlife. We have done more direct rehoming due to covid restrictions.Groups of all ages are welcome and the centre caters for the disabled.We provide animal and environment education for all age groups with customised training.

TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC BY THE PRESERVATION, RESTORATION, MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION OF THORPE LIGHT MINIATURE RAILWAY IN COUNTY DURHAM

Activities in Chester le Street Youth Centre are currently available for young people age 13-19 years old with the aim of providing a range of opportunities to enhance social and personal development. Youth work in Chester le Street aims to support young people as they make the transition from adolescence to adulthood, so that they can become happy, confident and healthy adults .

Raising funds for equipment for school/pupils use.

Provision of village hall in the village of Hutton Magna

The purpose of Scouting is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities.

The Association aims to relieve suffering & distress amongst persons affected by accident or natural hazards within the North East of England or any other place if requested. The Association aims to further relations between member teams & member teams & other interested parties; represent member bodies on the Mountain Rescue (England & Wales); & maintain & improve standards of member teams.

Cultural, sporting, and social activities for the area surrounding the two hamlets who share the ownership of Mordon Village Hall.

The advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means, including associated activities conducive to learning and personal development.

Service Organisation

Giving aid to the sick, elderly and needy with the Parish.

The organisation of events and activities and the raising of funds for the benefit of the children of St Cuthbert's School, Chester-le-Street.

Durham Division is part of Girl Guiding, which enables girls and young women to develop their potential and to make a difference in the world. Our Rainbow, Brownie, Guides and Senior Section meetings provide a wide range of learning and development opportunities including outdoor challenges, learning new skills, teamwork, international travel and working on community projects.

To maintain the redundant church of St Mary-Le-Bow, Durham City, as a centre for exhibitions and activities related to the history and antiquities of the city and county, and for other educational and cultural benefits.

The Society, which was formed in 1968, takes an active part in preserving our heritage. We promote various projects in local history and offer advice. We maintain links with local archives, libraries, museums and groups connected with archaeology, family history and industrial archaeology. Lectures and guided walks are held throughout the year.

Small activity groups aimed at tackling social isolation

Makes grants to individuals for the relief of poverty

To provide relief for persons who have, or are recovering from a disability, mental illness, emotionel problems, anxiety, depression or related symptoms by the provision of a befriending service and facilities for recreation with the object of improving their conditions of life.

Publishing a regular Journal and occasional publications, such as those in the series "Durham Biographies".Organising 5 free historical lectures a year open to all.

Management and development of an outdoor centre called Milkhope Farmhouse, Kidland Forest, Alwinton, Northumberland. Organisation of educational visits for young people and community groups in the North East.

Edmundbyers Village Hall provides a venue for social and educational interaction amongst the village community and the wider community as a whole. It is an essential part of the character of the rural community in which we live

The object of the charity is to advance the education of the pupils at Woodland Primary School in particular by fundraising to provide facilities and equipment for the school. An to provide a healthy school life

Education for children, young people and adults with or without learning difficulties. Teaching the value of sustainability and living lightly.

TOMBOLLA STALLS, SCHOOL DISCOS, RAFFLES, SCHOOL FAYRES

End Polio NowRotary Foundation, Disaster reliefThird world help e.g.Gambia health & education of children, Palestinian childrens educationGibside school Whickham, Hermitage Garden WhickhamSheltered Housing - various homes WhickhamEmmanuel College prize donations,Whickham school prize donationsCommunity Bus, Local under 7's, Under 11's, under 15's football and cricketCalls for Heroes