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LONDON - OCTOBER 19. 2026•RADAR PR•

Volunteers Needed to Secure Future of Corwen Scouts as Leader Shortage Puts Activities at Risk

1st Corwen Scout Group is urgently seeking at least three volunteer leaders to help run its Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts sections, as a shortage of adult leaders threatens the continuation of activities for its 30 young members. The group currently lacks a leader for the Scouts section and has only one leader each for Beavers and Cubs, raising concerns about the sustainability of their programmes. The appeal is open to anyone in the community willing to volunteer, with training and guidance provide

Volunteers Needed to Secure Future of Corwen Scouts as Leader Shortage Puts Activities at Risk
Manchester, UK - October 19, 2026•Francis House Children’s Hospice•

A Warm Welcome Awaits at Francis House Children’s Hospice Open Day

Francis House Children’s Hospice in Manchester will host an Open Day on Saturday, November 7, 2026, offering guided tours to show how donations support children with life-shortening conditions and their families. The event allows the public to see the hospice's facilities and learn about its services, highlighting the importance of community support. Visitors can also purchase merchandise and learn about future events, with refreshments available.

A Warm Welcome Awaits at Francis House Children’s Hospice Open Day
LONDON - OCTOBER 19, 2026•RADAR PR•

Welsh Jewellery Brand Aims to Top £130k With 10,000 Poppy Pins for Army Charity

Clogau, a Welsh jewellery brand, has produced 10,000 limited-edition poppy pins for 2026 to raise funds for the Army Benevolent Fund (ABF), aiming to surpass their previous total of nearly £130,000. The campaign supports serving soldiers, veterans, and their families, with proceeds aiding those facing financial hardship and other challenges. The pins will be available online and in various Clogau stores across the UK.

Welsh Jewellery Brand Aims to Top £130k With 10,000 Poppy Pins for Army Charity
Chorley 16 10 26•About Time Marketing•

Spend a Night Beneath the Stars for Charity, Urges Chorley Mortgage Firm

A Chorley-based mortgage firm, Aspect Mortgages, is sponsoring and participating in 'The Big Chorley Sleepout' on 13th November at Victory Park to raise funds for local charities supporting people experiencing homelessness. Organised by Chorley FC Community Foundation, the event encourages participants to sleep outdoors for one night to raise awareness and funds, with a target of £15,000. The initiative aims to foster community spirit and support local organisations, with participants encouraged

Spend a Night Beneath the Stars for Charity, Urges Chorley Mortgage Firm
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Home-Start Wessex Volunteers Recognised as Team of the Year at County Celebration Event

Home-Start Wessex, a charity supporting families in crisis in Dorset, was honoured with a Team of the Year certificate at the Volunteer Centre Dorset Celebration Evening. The award recognises the dedication of their Family Support Volunteers, who provide crucial emotional and practical support to vulnerable families. This recognition highlights the significant impact these volunteers have on the community, having supported thousands of families and children since the charity's inception.

Home-Start Wessex Volunteers Recognised as Team of the Year at County Celebration Event
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Duckhams Oils Partners with Sim to Reality Challenge to Help Raise over £20,000 for Suicide Prevention Charity

Duckhams Oils partnered with the Sim To Reality motorsports challenge to raise over £20,000 for The David Riddell Memorial, a charity focused on mental health and suicide prevention. The funds, collected through competition entry fees and donations, will support training for organisations to better address mental health issues in the workplace. The event culminated in a karting final, with winner Will Foulkes earning a spot in the Mini Trophy Championship, highlighting the initiative's success i

Duckhams Oils Partners with Sim to Reality Challenge to Help Raise over £20,000 for Suicide Prevention Charity
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Holt Recruitment Group Completes ‘Anything but an Ordinary 100 Miles’ Charity Challenge, Raising over £7,000 for Home-Start Wessex

Holt Recruitment Group in Bournemouth completed a 100-mile endurance challenge, raising over £7,000 for the charity Home-Start Wessex, which supports families in crisis in Dorset. The event involved teams navigating from undisclosed locations to a finish point, testing their teamwork and resilience. The funds will help Home-Start Wessex continue its work amid rising demand due to cost-of-living pressures.

Holt Recruitment Group Completes ‘Anything but an Ordinary 100 Miles’ Charity Challenge, Raising over £7,000 for Home-Start Wessex
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A.W. Lymn Expands Reach of Centenary Foundation to West Midlands through Hammerwich Crematorium and Cemetery

A.W. Lymn is expanding its charitable arm, the A.W. Lymn Centenary Foundation, to the West Midlands through Hammerwich Crematorium and Cemetery. This marks the first time the Foundation will be funded by a division other than A.W. Lymn, with donations supporting local initiatives, such as improving children's access to books. The expansion aims to support West Midlands charities, especially during the winter months, by generating funds through metal recycling at the crematorium.

A.W. Lymn Expands Reach of Centenary Foundation to West Midlands through Hammerwich Crematorium and Cemetery
LONDON - SEPTEMBER 21, 2026•RADAR PR•

Rhug Estate Backs 16,800ft Challenge to Provide Christmas Dinners for Veterans

Rhug Estate is supporting a fundraising mountain climb by Dr Richard Mottershead to provide Christmas dinners for homeless and vulnerable veterans in Wales. Dr Mottershead will scale Mount Ararat in Turkey to raise funds for the charity Change Step, with Rhug Estate supplying meat for the meals and The Drovers Arms preparing them. The initiative aims to ensure veterans feel remembered and supported during the festive season.

Rhug Estate Backs 16,800ft Challenge to Provide Christmas Dinners for Veterans
Manchester - September 16,2026•Francis House Children’s Hospice•

Make September the Month to Create Your Will and Support Children’s Hospice Care

Francis House Children's Hospice is running a "Make a Will Month" campaign in September, where people can have a Will written or updated by participating solicitors in Northwest England in exchange for a donation to the hospice. The initiative aims to help individuals secure their family's future while supporting the hospice, which provides care to over 435 families with children and young adults facing life-shortening conditions in Greater Manchester. The suggested donation for the service is £

Make September the Month to Create Your Will and Support Children’s Hospice Care
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Home-Start Wessex Reports Another Record Year, Supporting Over 1,000 Children and Transforming Almost 2,000 Lives

Home-Start Wessex supported over 1,000 children and nearly 2,000 individuals this year, marking a record achievement for the charity. The organisation, which helps families facing challenges such as mental health issues and domestic abuse, expanded its services by opening a new Family Charity Shop and Community Hub in Christchurch and extending support to military families. This growth, supported by volunteers and funding, aims to improve family well-being and child development in Dorset.

Home-Start Wessex Reports Another Record Year, Supporting Over 1,000 Children and Transforming Almost 2,000 Lives
Thursday 10 September 2026•BTR Liverpool•

Liverpool Baby Hospice Is Revealed as Charity Partner for City Santa Dash

Little Lights Liverpool Baby Hospice has been named the official charity partner for the BTR Liverpool Santa Dash, a popular annual 5K fun run taking place on 6 December. The partnership aims to raise funds for the hospice, which provides care and support for babies and children with life-limiting conditions and their families. Participants supporting Little Lights will wear yellow Santa hats, with funds raised going directly to the charity.

Liverpool Baby Hospice Is Revealed as Charity Partner for City Santa Dash
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Volunteers Pull Together to Raise an Incredible £6,900 for Local Families in Need

Volunteers in Dorset participated in the Dorset Plane Pull challenge over the August Bank Holiday, raising £6,900 for Home-Start Wessex, a charity supporting local families in crisis. The event involved teams pulling a Boeing 737 to raise funds, with three teams representing Home-Start Wessex. This effort supports the charity's work providing practical and emotional support to families with young children in Dorset.

Volunteers Pull Together to Raise an Incredible £6,900 for Local Families in Need
Didsbury - August 28, 2026•Francis House Children’s Hospice•

Didsbury Pub Manager Takes to the Skies to Raise Thousands for Children’s Hospice

Martin Devlin, manager of the Fletcher Moss pub in Didsbury, South Manchester, completed a 15,000-foot skydive to raise £4,568 for Francis House Children’s Hospice. Despite his fear of heights, Martin took on the challenge to support the hospice, which provides care for children with life-threatening conditions. Over the years, Martin and his community have raised approximately £30,000 for the hospice, highlighting the importance of local support for such vital services.

Didsbury Pub Manager Takes to the Skies to Raise Thousands for Children’s Hospice
KINGSTON UPON HULL, KUH - August 27, 2026•Meehan Media•

Willerby Team Members and Suppliers Tee Off Together for Charity Golf Day

Willerby, a holiday home manufacturer, organised a charity golf day at Burstwick Golf Club in East Yorkshire, bringing together employees and suppliers to raise over £2,000 for Dove House Hospice and Hull and East Yorkshire Children’s University. The event, part of Willerby's 80th anniversary celebrations, aimed to strengthen relationships within the supply chain while supporting local charities. Suppliers, including Solar Fabrications, contributed by sponsoring various aspects of the event, enh

Willerby Team Members and Suppliers Tee Off Together for Charity Golf Day
26 August 2026•KP Works•

Two Friends, One Epic Challenge: Rolling the Entire Length of the River Thames to Show the Reality of Accessibility

Two friends from Surrey, Lottie Chatfield, a wheelchair user, and Megan Clark, are attempting to travel the entire length of the River Thames to highlight accessibility challenges. Lottie faces numerous physical barriers along the route, while Megan supports her emotionally and raises funds for their chosen charities. Their journey aims to raise awareness about accessibility issues and inspire others with accessibility needs to pursue their own adventures.

Two Friends, One Epic Challenge: Rolling the Entire Length of the River Thames to Show the Reality of Accessibility
SUTTON COLDFIELD, UK - 25 August 2026•Vanbar Associates•

A day of laughter, smiles and love as Sutton Coldfield nursery raises cash for local charities

Partou Langley Gorse Day Nursery and Pre-school in Sutton Coldfield raised nearly £500 for local charities at their annual summer fete. Organised by Nursery Manager Holly Edwards and her team, the event brought together families, carers, friends, and community groups for a day of games, a cake sale, and refreshments. The event not only supported local charities but also strengthened community ties and aligned with the nursery's educational goals.

A day of laughter, smiles and love as Sutton Coldfield nursery raises cash for local charities
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Law firm announces Birmingham Children’s Hospital as it’s charity of the year

Midlands law firm mfg Solicitors has chosen Birmingham Children's Hospital as its charity of the year, committing to raise funds for the hospital over the next 12 months. This decision, made by a staff vote, marks a shift from supporting multiple local causes to focusing on one charity. The hospital, a leading paediatric centre, relies on community support to enhance its services for children and families.

Law firm announces Birmingham Children’s Hospital as it’s charity of the year
LONDON, UK - August 13, 2026•Everywhen•

Former Welsh rugby international leads team on epic £50,000 ‘Paddle, Peak and Pedal’ charity fundraising challenge

Former Welsh rugby player Paul Thorburn is leading a team on a 12-day endurance challenge involving kayaking, mountain climbing, and cycling to raise £50,000 for charities supporting motor neurone disease and prostate cancer. The team, consisting of former rugby players and other professionals, aims to support research and care for those affected by these diseases. The challenge is sponsored by Everywhen and other donors, with the event starting on 20 August 2026.

Former Welsh rugby international leads team on epic £50,000 ‘Paddle, Peak and Pedal’ charity fundraising challenge
Wednesday 12 August 2026•Erica Dillon PR•

Southport Flying High With Excitement As Red Devils Set To Soar Into Flower Show

The Southport Flower Show will feature a special aerial display by the Red Devils Parachute Display Team on its opening day, 20 August 2026. This event, part of the UK's largest independent flower show, is expected to attract over 50,000 visitors and includes various attractions such as celebrity appearances, live entertainment, and interactive activities. The show aims to provide a diverse experience while reinvesting profits into the maintenance of Victoria Park.

Southport Flying High With Excitement As Red Devils Set To Soar Into Flower Show
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