Money raised locally
spent locally
Our aim has always been to support small local charities and organisations. Money raised on the day can quickly reach local organisations in need of support and able to make a real difference in our community.
Our 2025 Charities
ELY Memorial Fund
Ange Tyler set up the ELY Memorial Fund following a fatal road traffic accident in which her daughter was tragically killed. ELY help bereaved parents with funeral costs and follow up counselling. The charity works closely with the fire service and police to run awareness days for young drivers in Herefordshire.
Orleton Pre-School​
The funding will be used to take outdoor learning in the pre-school to the next level. They hope to provide 'Forest School' training for the staff and purchase puddle suits, wellington boots for the children together with safety equipment. They also hope to create a water wall to enhance cognitive development. The icing on the cake for them would be to have chickens and a coup.
We Are Farming Minds
The charity will use the money to help fund their counselling service. They support approximately 14 people a year, with sessions costing approximately £60 per session. They fund a minimum of 4 sessions, but find that people can need a lot more. The charity never says no.
Our 2024 Charities
Richards Castle Vilage Hall
Richards Castle Village Hall is a charity run by local volunteers, serving as a community hub for people of all ages. It hosts a variety of local groups and events, including social gatherings like pub nights and biennial pantomimes. The hall committee has recently purchased land to build a new playground and is fundraising for this project, as well as planning to install a sewage treatment plant to improve its environmental impact. For more details, visit their Facebook page.​
Kyrebrook Daycare Centre
Kyrebrook Daycare Centre in Tenbury Wells offers a safe space for older and vulnerable adults to socialize, engage in activities, and receive respite care. It helps individuals maintain independence and stay connected to the community. The centre also runs a Lunch and Friendship club on Mondays and Thursdays, offering meals and entertainment, with free transport available locally. Fully self-funded through client fees and fundraising, Kyrebrook faces financial challenges and hopes for support to expand services, increase transport, offer subsidies, and improve community awareness.
Ludlow Community First Responders
​The Ludlow Community First Responder (CFR) Scheme, established in 2000, consists of trained volunteers who assist the West Midlands Ambulance Service by providing critical first aid in 999 emergencies within their community. Available at all times, they support patients until professional ambulance teams arrive. Beyond emergency care, the volunteers dedicate time to training, meetings, fundraising, and public engagement. The scheme operates independently, relying on self-funding and donations from local businesses, individuals, and organizations to sustain its vital services.