Leisure Charities That specialise in Hobbies

To make gliding attainable, in the South West of England, by providing and assisting in the provision of flight training and associated activities, and to advance the education and promote healthy recreation of all age groups, including children and young people generally, in aviation and related subjects.

We aim to promote social inclusion and assist peoples' general well-being, particularly but not exclusively, men aged 18 or over within the Kingsbridge and surrounding area by supporting each other socially.We do this by sharing practical skills and experience, providing facilities, woodworking tools and equipment for hobbies, creative activities and also helping with local community projects.

manage the village recreation ground on behalf of the parish council. The field is used primarily for cricket and youth's football but includes a play park and is area used by the village for a variety of other uses such as kite flying or dog walking.

The advancement of education for the public in the theory and practice of Astronomy, by providing guidance, practical activities, and information on all matters relating to astronomy in its many aspects.Assisting Rosliston Forestry Centre in their educational programme for the public by providing information, and facilities for active participation in astronomical observation.

The preservation and protection of good health among people, particularly but not exclusively men, including those who are retired, unemployed or have health problems, through the provision of facilities for hobbies, recreation or other leisure time occupation including practical interests, skills sharing, the learning of new skills, and helping with community based projects.

We aim promote and advance the education of the public in the theory and practice of astronomy and related subjects, by encouraging the public interest in astronomy and/or circulating current astronomical information and/ or furthering the education and knowledge of the general public and of members, by providing facilities for the active promotion of and participation in observational astronomy.

We hold public talks on astronomy and related subjects in Central Croydon approximately every two weeks during school term time. We also maintain an observatory located at Kenley, and aim to open this for public outreach each Saturday evening (provided there is a sufficiently dark and clear sky), and also for pre-arranged group visits (eg Scout association) midweek.

Promoting and developing for the benefit of the public in the administrative area of Cornwall the science of astronomy and related disciplines.

Construct, operate and demonstrate model railway displays.

Preserve the history of Wellesbourne Mountford Airfield and its surrounds and maintain a collection of artifacts illustrating the life of the establishment.

Skipton Men's Shed meets in a community workshop equipped with tools, machinery and facilities for woodworking, light metal work and associated hobbies and practical interests. Additionally we have a social area where men can enjoy recreational and leisure pursuits, make friends & learn skills in a respectful and supportive environment.

The Village Hall is available for hire by the hour for:- social events, wedding receptions, birthdays parties, fund raising events, theatre groups, music groups, activity groups, Brownies, Guides, weekend or week camps for Brownies, sporting activities, hobbies, teaching, conferences, training sessions.

To promote an interest in and understanding of astronomy and related sciences, especially to young people, by means of speaker meetings, practical observing sessions and presentations to schools and other institutions.

The charity provides advice, education and information on astronomy to members of the society and members of the general public. This is primarily done through the holding of monthly meetings at which guest speakers talk about special subjects and members and visitors can discuss and learn about astronomy. The society also has an observatory which is available for use of members and the public.

Delivering up to 22 educational professional lectures on astronomy or related subjects; up to 30 informal evenings where members discuss their activities and impart knowledge; providing access to its observatory and use of its astronomical equipment; safe location for observing evenings, weather permitting; public outreach; running educational projects.

ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY

Letchworth Men in Sheds is a member of the UK Mens Shed Association. Our group operates in Letchworth and local area to provide a community workshop and meeting space to fight social isolation of those who are retired, unemployed or have health problems. A place for hobbies with emphasis on acquiring and sharing skills and supporting other community projects with practical help.

To popularise astronomy through observing, public outreach meetings, lecture and educational meetings.

Advancing public education and interest in the science of astronomy and its related sciences in the Yorkshire region.

Feature Youth Club offers a safe and positive environment where young people can meet to develop their interests and hobbies. The club offers a range of activities on a weekly basis which is provided by a team of volunteers. A side from the weekly sessions the club also runs regular trips and events at reduced cost to allow young people to enjoy opportunities they may not have a chance to access.

Through using art as a means of supporting recovery we aim to promote the mental health of people in the Devon area, & specifically support those experiencing or recovering from mental ill health. We inspire our members to produce artwork which integrates them with the local community through exhibitions,open days,participation in festivals & accepting commissions.

Promotes the study of astronomy, by providing public observing sessions, lectures, advice, a journal, telescope making facilities, a library, demonstrations, lecturers, a meeting place and outings to places of astronomical interest. A modest annual membership fee is charged, the aim being to cover expenses and provide a concessionary rate for unemployed, students, and Senior Citizens.

THE OBJECTS OF THE CIO ARE: TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC ON THE SUBJECT OF ASTRONOMY, PRIMARILY BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY BY: A. THE ACQUISITION, PRESERVATION AND MAINTENANCE OF ONE OR MORE TELESCOPES B. THE PROVISION OF REGULAR MEETINGS FOR MEMBERS TO SHARE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS AND TO HEAR PRESENTATIONS BY EXPERT SPEAKERS C. THE PROVISION OF OPEN MEETINGS FOR NON-MEMBERS TO ENCOURAGE THE

To acquire, preserve and display to the public aviation and related assets associated with the late John Britten and Desmond Norman

Our activities are based around our charitable aims: To advance the education of the public in the subjects of Airline, Airport & Aviation Studies and related industries.We offer nationally accredited programmes to give those interested in an aviation career an insight into a range of roles as well as practical experience in real and realistic airline & airport and related work environments.