Environment Charities

The Howe Trust (Wheatley) provides small grants for local people in need, and care for 26 acres of land. The agricultural land, known collectively as The Howe, includes some 100 allotments, an orchard and memorial tree area as well as grassland, hedgerows and woodland. Working with other local and charitable organisations, we manage the land for biodiversity and the benefit of the community.

Involved in district planning matters, Local Heritage List, heritage tree-planting, guided walks in summer.Monthly guest speakers on matters of local interest, during winter.Encouraging and enabling public engagement on matters of local planning and Sense of Place.Organise improvement initiatives: Beeston Street Art, Light Night, Design Awards, Skateboarding, and biodiversity in nature.

Receive rents from charity owned land (including 3 riverside moorings) and dividend income from investments. Utilise for the upkeep thereof and for the benefit of St. Andrews Church, Bishopthorpe.

Education of new and more experienced beekeepers, school children and the general public through apiary visits, school visits, attendance at a number of local events and shows, and the publication of a monthly newsletter. Collaboration with Orchard owners to provide pollination of trees and other crops. Other activities related to the welfare of honeybees and the craft of beekeeping.

The Courtayrd Farm Trust funds charitable activity in the Parish of Ringstead, nature conservation work in Norfolk, manages Holme Marsh SSSI jointly with the Norfolk Wildlife Trust, and encourages public access to Courtyard Farm. We occasionally fund more general chaitable activity, but only with small, one-off grants. We do not fund individuals. At present our income is fully committed.

Riverside Community Centre hosts various user groups, including Parkstone Kids Club - childcare before & after school. Parkstone Pre-school - pre-school childcare. Yoga. Riverside Brownies. Riverside Rainbows. Riverside Guides. St John's Newland Church. J Club. The Drop In - Local Community Gathering. Ahmadiyya Muslim Association.

Developing and efficiently managing the hall and grounds for the benefit of residents of Hamsey parish, with particular emphasis on meeting the needs of children, young people, older and more vulnerable people. Initiating and responding to ideas which practically support social, arts, cultural and physical activities. Promoting the use of sustainable and renewable energy and materials.

Establishing Food Security. Growing food for nutrition to prevent malnutrition and improve mental and physical health by promoting effective waste management systems. Installing DRY sanitation systems to prevent ground water pollution and the spread of disease. Train awareness to generate self sufficient communities, schools and villages thus avoiding Government and charitable handouts for food.

Columbia Community Centre is a locally run hub, offering free wifi, advice, help and support to all, It holds regular committee meetings, trains and supports its volunteers and hosts regular group meetings including weekly coffee mornings, friendship groups, senior clubs, ICT training, dance & exercise groups, yoga, war games society, craft activities, wildlife group and bookings for parties

Preservation and upkeep of Quy Fen - maintenance of hedgerows, open spaces, ponds, pollarding willow trees, care and maintenance of flora and forna.

Advancing public appreciation of works of art depicting wildlife, to pursue charitable work via the Bursary Scheme and to continue with our educational work.

The object and purpose of the Crick Playing Field Association (CPFA) is provision, maintenance and development of sport and recreational facilties for the villagers of Crick on the Playing Fields off Main Road, and the protection of the environment of that area.

The Association is a wholly independent organisation dedicated to sustaining the traditional character of the New Forest, by:Preserving scenery, wildlife & wilderness quality. Resisting exploitation and over commercialisation by public/private bodies. Supporting commoning as the effective method of land management. Encouraging the restoration of ancient woodlands and mires

We link business donors with community needs. As pioneers of corporate social responsibility, funded and managed by our business supporters, we deliver help in cash or in kind, by volunteering and by practical fieldwork, addressing appeals from all ages, all abilities. We arrange recycling/re-use of many office and domestic items.

Promoting and furthering the craft of Beekeeping. Providing information, advice, talks to the public, including schools about bees, the environment and related issues. Giving help, encouraging good practice and supporting new beekeepers. Responding to the public where there is concern over bees, swarms and nests and bumblebees.

a) To promote the restoration and preservation of the canal for the benefit of the local community and the general public at large, and to encourage its use for navigation and the general public in their leisure time.b) To stimulate public interest, education and appreciation of the beauty, history, flora and fauna and structures of the Pocklington Canal and its environs

We promote the craft and heritage of beekeeping by educating the public and training beekeepers for the improvement of husbandry; we visit schools & local events; we encourage an understanding of the benefits of our craft and the role of bees in the environment; we set up local apiaries to include the planting of trees and meadow flowers which benefits all insect pollination.

Maintain and improve the environment of the axe, yarty and lim catchments, specifically the landscape, wildlife and buildings, in a sustainable manner. To provide volunteers to undertake practical tasks. To monitor planning and development proposals in the area and to respond appropriately.

Provide for Sports,Recreation, Landscape and Nature conservation for the community

The BNHS was formed in 1946 and its main function is to record the flora and fauna of the county of Bedfordshire. Over 20 recorders cover many branches of natural history study and their annual reports are published in the Bedfordshire Naturalist. The Society depends on annual subscriptions and members receive quarterly newsletter Wild about Beds and programmes of meetings.

Beekeepers Association based in Pinner and Hillingdon. The Association promotes safe beekeeping to new and existing beekeepers. Very importantly it keeps members updated with regard to bee deseases and their safe treatment. The Association provides local honey products important for treatment of a number of ailments. It also aims to educate the local community about the importance of bees.

We have held various events such as cake sales, discos, summer and Christmas fairs, as well as collecting clothes to recycle and running a school lottery. Funds raised are used for experiences for the pupils and resources for the school.

To educate, promote and further the craft of beekeeping.

Memorial hall/village hall with playing field, providing a building & recreational space for community & private groups to hire e.g. playgroup, youth club, badminton & bowling clubs, parish meetings, fundraising & social events & private hire for funerals, parties & sports. Hosts a District Council recycling centre.

Promotes interest in and care for the environment by lectures, occasional visits and exhibitions, and the issue of a regular newsletter. Maintains a close watch on, and makes representations on proposals affecting historic buildings and areas.Promotes education in the built and natural environment with a programme of student bursaries and funding for post-graduate student and school projects.