Penkridge
Voluntary Groups, |
A big undertaking - but my ultimate aim is to list ALL the above groups who are active in this community. AND we have a very large number.
PLEASE help by sending me (webmaster at penkridge dot org dot uk) the name of the Group, Charity No. if it is registered, aims and objectives, where and when they meet, subscription, contact details and any other relevant information.
Name |
Aims |
Meets |
Subs |
Contact |
Name of group & Charity No. Here I can link to a new page or web site for further information if required |
Brief details of aims and activities of group |
Where Group meets, dates and times |
subscription |
Contact Name and Telephone Number and/or email address |
Air
Training Corps |
Develop the spirit of adventure, promote sports, encourage citizenship and develop the qualities of leadership |
Corps Headquarters at Grange Road, Penkridge Monday and Thursday 7.00 pm - 9.15 pm |
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Commanding Officer
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Boy's Brigade |
To promote the habits of obedience, reverence, discipline, self respect in a Christian context |
Methodist Church, Clay Street, Penkridge Monday 6.30-7.30pm (6-8yrs) Monday 6.30-8.00pm (8-12yrs) Wednesday 7.30-9.30pm (12-18yrs) |
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Monday
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Haling Dene |
Social activity, friendship and weekly get together |
2 to 4 pm at the Haling Dene Centre every Tuesday |
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Contact Mr E Rowsell on 712135 |
To renew and maintain interest in Old Hall stainless steel tableware |
Twice yearly, at various venues; talks also given on the "The Old Hall Story" | £10 per year |
Nigel
Wiggin |
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Monckton Recreation Centre |
owned and run by the people of Penkridge for the people of Penkridge |
Large Indoor centre with changing rooms, sports fields, tennis courts, skateboard area and large car park at Pinfold Lane |
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Chairman: |
To
promote a programme of Exercise, Healthy Lifestyle & Relaxation for over 50's |
Meets at Haling Dene Centre on Fridays from 1.15pm to 4pm Click here for more information |
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Mrs
Dorothy Briggs |
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Peace
Memorial Hall |
the community's Village Hall owned and run by the people of Penkridge |
available for hire to any organisation & individual in the parish |
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Chairman: Don
Briggs |
Provides a transport service for those unable to use public services |
N/A - click here for full details |
Fare charged to passengers & mileage paid to vol. drivers |
Co-ordinator: |
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To socialise with other Tablers, to raise funds for local good causes and undertake community service activities. |
Meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month |
Varies according to activities |
Dave Holyoake on |
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Penkridge Amateur Dramatic Society
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To entertain the people of Penkridge - and have fun too |
Details from Secretary |
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Secretary:
Julia Turner |
Penkridge Bowling Club |
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A first class Crown Green overlooked by St. Michael's Church |
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Penkridge Branch of the Labour Party |
Local Political Group |
Meetings at Haling Dene Centre every first Wednesday of the month 8pm |
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Diane
McPheat |
To promote and support the businesses of Penkridge |
Haling Dene Centre |
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Chair: Anne Geoghegan |
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Caring about the past, the present and the future of Penkridge |
Heritage Centre (the Old Gaol), Bellbrook |
£8 per year |
Secretary
Tel: 715120 |
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| Penkridge Conservative Association | Local Political Group |
Meets at the Quality Hotel, Pinfold Lane, second Monday of each Month 7.30pm |
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Chairman: Pat
Lloyd |
Penkridge District Guide Association Rainbow Guides 5-7 yrs Brownie Guides 7-11 yrs Guides 10-15 yrs Young Leaders 14-18 yrs |
As part of a worldwide movement, enables girls and young women to fulfil their potential to take an active and responsible role in society through its distinctive, stimulating and enjoyable programme of activities delivered by trained volunteer leaders |
Meets at
"Owls Nest", |
£20 per term includes national annual Sub too |
Penkridge
District Commissioner |
To
encourage and promote all aspects of flower arranging |
The 3rd Monday of each month (except for August and December) 7.30pm at Peace Memorial Hall, Pinfold Lane, Penkridge |
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Come along and find out a little more about the Club, alternatively give us a ring on 01785 713796 |
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| Penkridge Folk Club | To encourage Folk singing and music |
Haling Dene Centre Bar every Tuesday night from 8 pm - Over 18's only |
Free |
Any singer or
musician is welcome to come along and perform or just listen |
| Penkridge Garden Association | To encourage and promote interest in all aspects of gardening within the community |
Church Hall, Market Street, Penkridge - 3rd Wednesday each month at 7.30 pm |
£2 |
Contacts: |
Penkridge Goodies |
Raises funds for groups and projects and charities in the Penkridge area |
In 28 years the Committee has raised thousands. In 2003 alone they presented £13,050 to 24 organisations |
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Win Laffan |
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Penkridge Local Action Team |
A group of committed individuals (some representing organisations & schools) who are addressing local crime & anti-social behaviour issues |
This is a
new partnership approach involving not only the Police but Schools, Parents,
and the wider community. |
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Further
information from: |
Penkridge Scout Group |
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Meetings are held at Penkridge Scout Hall on Fridays 7-9pm |
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Paul Bramley 01785 713644 |
Penkridge Tennis Club |
To provide facilities and coaching for the game of lawn tennis for adults and juniors |
The Club, which used the Courts at Monckton Recreation Centre, has ceased to
exist |
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Furthering links between Penkridge and our Twin-Town of Ablon-sur-Seine, France |
Meets at
Haling Dene Centre |
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Pam Anthony |
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Penkridge Widows Club |
Friendship and support |
Meets alternate Mondays at the Haling Dene Centre |
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Telephone 714157 for date of next meeting |
Penkridge Women's Institute |
To improve and develop the quality of life for women and their families |
Meets in Church Hall, Market Street, Penkridge - 1st Monday in month at 7.30pm |
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Mrs S Bailey |
For Youngsters aged between 10 and 16yrs who are interested in drama |
every Friday in term time at Wolgarston High School 6.30pm to 8.30pm |
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Secretary: Linda Savage |
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Promote Penkridge |
Set up
in 2004 to Promote the community of Penkridge and all its shops, businesses,
trades and voluntary organisations. Owing to lack of interest,
however, it had to cease operations in late 2005. Many of its main aims and objectives have been taken on board by the Penkridge Business Association who should be contacted via the Chair, Anne Geoghegan, for further information. (Tel. 713419) |
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| Railway Football Club | Member of Stafford Sunday League |
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Secretary:
Tony Hartwell |
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Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages |
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Registrar is in attendance at Haling Dene Centre on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays from 2pm to 4.45pm. Appointments must be made. |
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For appointments please phone 01543 512346 |
| Rotary Club of Penkridge | .. |
Meets at The Moat House, Acton Trussell every Tuesday 7.15pm for 7.45pm (except following a Bank Holiday) |
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Howard Stemp 713961 or Email |
Royal British Legion |
Premier ex-services organisation, looking after the interests and welfare of ALL ex-service personnel and their dependants | Meets at Haling Dene, at 7.45pm on the second Tuesday in January, March, May, July, September, October & December | £10.50 per annum including National Affiliation fee |
George Elsmore, Branch Secretary, 01785 713428 Email or Peter Jones, Branch Chairman, 01785 713243 Email |
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Society of Recorder Players |
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Meets at Haling Dene Centre between 2.30 and 5pm on the second Saturday each month |
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Alison Lewin |
South Staffordshire Citizens Advice Bureau |
Outreach Generalist Advice Service |
Haling
Dene Centre, Cannock Road, Penkridge |
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Tel:
01785 716767 (Penkridge) Or Email |
| Stafford Women's Aid |
Rural Reach Out Project "Providing support and advice to women and children suffering domestic abuse" |
Appointments made with clients to suit them | Not applicable | Tel: 01785 607828 |
Encourage interest, skill and safe practice in microlight flying |
Meetings at Haling Dene Centre, Cannock Road, Penkridge, on first Thursday of the month 8pm |
£24 plus £6 Joining Fee + airfield operators fee |
Club
Airfield is at Otherton, Penkridge - Secretary: |
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St. John Ambulance |
Divisional Officer: |
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"Looks after" open access land between Grange Crescent and St. Michael's Close |
At the Swamp when necessary |
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Co-ordinator:
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Victim Support Staffordshire |
Our Aims is to help people cope with the effects of crime | The
Haling Dene Centre Cannock Road Penkridge ST19 5DT
Meets Monday - Friday 9-5
Drop in Cannock, Stafford and Codsall (Mon, Wed and Thurs) |
No Subs | Contact - Miss M E Hancox - Direct line 01785 715124 |
Send details as above for any Group you are involved with