Charities In Durham

Provision of exercise facilities via a fully equipped gymnasium and dedicated weights room.Weekly circuit training classes.All our activities are led by fully trained and qualified volunteers and promote health and general well being and social contact.

Award of one or more annual prizes for research work undertaken under the direction of a member of the Association of Physicians of the North East of England, in order to encourage young doctors to research and expand medical knowledge.

The Trust exists to celebrate and keep alive the memories of amateur football in the North East and South West County Durham in particular. Due to Covid activties have been severely restricted. However Bishop Auckland Football Club opened a shop in November 2021 which gives a showcase for the Trust's collection.

Charity for the less well off of four parishes. Copley, Lynesack & Softley, Hamsterley and South Bedburn Date of Origin 18th July 1689 for the poor of the parishes.Money received from the rent of Bull Piece Farm.

Letting of Alms House

Fundraising to help improve resources and equipment at school for the benefit of the children. The Friends of the School support school enrichment activities, playground projects and initiatives and resources to enhance the experience of children attending the school

WE RAISE MONEY VIA CAR BOOT SALES, BBQs, CHRISTMAS FAYRES, BAND-NIGHTS AND SALES OF ITEMS THROUGH SCHOOL. WITH THIS MONEY WE FUND VARIOUS SCHOOL ACTIVITIES AND INITIATIVES AS WELL AS SCHOOL TRIPS AND NEW EQUIPMENT FOR EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTVITIES

young people aged 10 - 26 doing different activities evey week

Weardale YFC is for young people aged between 10- 26 years. Meetings are held fortnightly on a Tuesday night throughout the year. The programme throughout the year includes; talks, meetings, visits including Stock judging, quizzes, bowling, rock climbing, and many more.Each year we hold social events to raise money towards ourselves and a chosen charity decided by the club.

FOR PURPOSES OF BENEFITING INHABITANTS OF BARNINGHAM

To promote the conservation of seals along the North Yorkshire, Cleveland, Teesmouth and Co. Durham coastlines, in particular but not exclusively by:Rescuing sick or injured seals and providing medical facilities, care and rehabilitation before release; supporting research; and advancing the education of the public in seal ecology and any other issues relating to seal conservation.

A village institute used for fundraising, parties, community meetings, arts venue and general charitable purposes.

Gives small grants to individuals in North East England and Cumbria who have had a Breast Cancer Diagnosis.Grants up to £100. Fundraising events mainly organised locally.

Providing recreational facilities for people within the village and surrounding areas.

THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE CHRISTIAN RELIGION BY THE PROCLAMATION AND FURTHERANCE OF THE GOSPEL OF GOD.PROVIDES A PLACE OF WORSHIP FOR THE CONGREGATION OF THE CHURCH. WEEKLY SERVICES AND BIBLE STUDIES ARE HELD AT THE CHURCH.

Running of Village Hall

Providing relief or support in the recovery, rehabilitation or prevention of heart problems, their partners, relatives and carers for those that reside in the City of Sunderland or surrounding areas, by the provision of activities that are aimed at improving health and wellbeing, and reducing the stress and trauma of heart problems, these include weekly exercise sessions and monthly socials.

We educate the public in the area of the North Pennines in the history of mineral extraction and work to preserve, protect, and develop sites of historical interest connected with the industry and in particular, and for the public benefit, co-operate with and assist Durham County Council in the preservation, protection and development and improvement of the museum at Killhope.

PROVIDING EDUCATION, TRAINING, PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT, TRAVEL, SKILL DEVELOPMENT FOR THOSE LIVING IN RURAL COMMUNITIES WITHIN THE COUNTIES LISTED.

WE RUN A COMMUNITY HUB OFFERING A ONE STOP SHOP FOR LOCAL TRANSPORT AND OTHER INFORMATION, SERVICE SIGN POSTING, COMPUTER AND CRAFT COURSES AND A UKONLINE CENTRE. THE HUB ALSO HOSTS THE WEARDALE COMMUNITY TRANSPORT OPERATION. WE HAVE BEEN RUNNING A PROJECT CALLED 'SONG AND DANCE' TO ENCOURAGE MUSIC, MOVEMENT AND SONG.

The rescue and rehabilitation of ill, injured, orphaned, unwanted, or confiscated wild and exotic animals, by providing rescue and treatment facilities. Also, the provision of educational opportunities to the public on the subject of wildlife and the environment.

THE CHARITY OPERATES IN THE WEAR VALLEY AND WEARDALE AND IS SEEKING TO OPERATE THE EMPIRE BUILDING IN CROOK AS A CINEMA AND THEATRE WITH ADDITIONAL ARTS FACILITIES TO FURTHER EDUCATION IN THE ARTS. UNTIL THE EMPIRE BUILDING HAS BEEN PURCHASED THE CHARITY IS OPERATING FROM VARIOUS VENUES PROVIDING ADHOC ENTERTAINMENT AND ENCOURAGING PARTICIPATING IN THE ARTS.

Friends of Bowes School raises funds to provide additional resources for the children attending the school. It also arranges extra activities out of school for the school children and the local community.

Medical education: provision of education in Dermatology to members of the Department of Dermatology, Co. Durham and Darlington Foundation Trust, GPs, Community Nursing staff, Pharmacists, and anyone caring for patients with skin disease, with the aim of providing first-class services.