Brathay Trust
Area: Barrow, South Lakes
Purpose/aim of your organisation:
Our Vision: Inspiring young people to build their brighter futures.
Our Mission: Through transformative experiences, learning and community support, Brathay Trust exists to ignite the potential within every young person, so they can thrive in a rapidly changing world.
List of activities and/or services provided by your organisation:
Schools & Youth Group Residentials
Community Programmes
Early Career Programmes
Leadership & Management Development
Venue Hire
Holiday Accommodation
Specialism: Children & Young People
Contact Details
Phone: 07912257007
Address:
Clappers Gate
Ambleside LA22 0HP
https://www.brathay.org.uk/
https://www.facebook.com/BrathayTrust
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Breast Cancer Now
Area: Allerdale, Barrow, Carlisle, Copeland, Eden, South Lakes
Purpose/aim of your organisation:
We're Breast Cancer Now. We’re here to change the lives of people affected by breast cancer. How? By combining the power of research and support.
Our world-class researchers are working in labs across the UK and Ireland to create a world where the words "breast cancer" aren't met with fear. We're building a brighter future for everyone affected by breast cancer.
And because over 600,000 people are living with or beyond the disease, we’re here with support for today, too. Our helpline, health information, and support services are here for you and your loved ones. Every step of the way.
We’re the place to turn for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. Whatever you’re going through. Whoever you are. We’re here.
List of activities and/or services provided by your organisation:
Whoever you are, and whatever your experience of breast cancer, our free services are here for you.
Whether you’re worried about breast cancer, dealing with your diagnosis or trying to live your life with or beyond treatment – or if someone you love is. If you’re affected
by breast cancer, you can turn to us.
Our services are available in person, online, on the phone or in print – meaning you can get the support you need in the way you want. Because whatever breast cancer brings, we’re here.
* Moving Forward Course: A Moving Forward Course gives you the tools to adjust to life beyond primary breast cancer treatment.
* Ask Our Nurses & Helpline: Breast cancer and breast health can be hard to make sense of. If you’ve got a question, you can message our nurses about whatever’s on
your mind.
* Someone Like Me: You never have to face breast cancer alone. With Someone Like Me, you can find somebody who really understands what you’re going through.
* Living with Secondary Breast Cancer: Secondary breast cancer is full of uncertainties. But you can count on Living with Secondary Breast Cancer to be here for you, no
matter what.
* Younger Women Together: If you’re aged 20 to 45, Younger Women Together is for you. It gives tailored support and the chance to meet people your age who
understand what you’re going through.
* Younger Women with Secondaries Together: If you’re a younger woman with secondary breast cancer, we’re here for you. Through Younger Women with Secondaries
Together, you’ll meet other women who really understand what you’re going through.
* Speakers Live: Do you want to learn more about topics relevant to your primary breast cancer diagnosis? Join one of our online Speakers Live sessions.
* Health Information: If you’re looking for accurate information about breast cancer diagnosis and treatment or breast health, we’re here for you.
* Online Forum: Through our online forum, we’re here with you every step of the way – alongside thousands of people who understand what you’re going through.
* Becca: The breast cancer support app, is your pocket companion to primary breast cancer.
Specialism: Health & Wellbeing
Contact Details
Phone: 0808 800 6000
Address:
Fifth Floor, Ibex House
42 - 47 Minories
LONDON EC3N 1DY
https://breastcancernow.org/
https://www.facebook.com/breastcancernow/
https://twitter.com/breastcancernow
https://www.instagram.com/breastcancernow/ |
Brigham War Memorial Hall
Area: Allerdale
Purpose/aim of your organisation:
To maintain Brigham Memorial Hall so social events and clubs can be enjoyed by the residents of Brigham now and in the future.
List of activities and/or services provided by your organisation:
Various fitness classes
Toddler group
Baby Sensory
Yoga
Dance classes and practice
Parties
Monthly ‘Book and Brew’ afternoons
Monthly ‘Friendship Club’
Arts Out West performances
Bands
Specialism: Other
Contact Details
Phone: 07780448338
Address:
High Brigham
Brigham
Cockermouth CA13 0TG
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18aHcZTGNK/
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British Liver Trust
Area: Allerdale, Barrow, Carlisle, Copeland, Eden, South Lakes
Purpose/aim of your organisation:
We, the British Liver Trust, now merged with the Children's Liver Disease Foundation, are the largest UK liver charity for people affected by a liver condition and we lead the fight against liver disease and liver cancer.
List of activities and/or services provided by your organisation:
Free support including:
Nurse-led helpline-Call 0800 652 7330 between 9am and 4pm Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays) or email helpline@britishlivertrust.org.uk
Online health community https://britishlivertrust.org.uk/online-community/
We facilitate virtual support groups for patients, carers and family members affected by liver disease and liver cancer which meet regularly to discuss a variety of topics. If you would like to attend a British Liver Trust support group https://britishlivertrust.org.uk/virtual-support-group-registration/
Awareness raising:
Online resources: https://britishlivertrust.org.uk/worried-about-your-liver/
Online liver health screener: https://britishlivertrust.org.uk/risk/
Love your Liver roadshow: https://britishlivertrust.org.uk/love-your-liver/roadshow
https://britishlivertrust.org.uk/information-and-support/love-your-liver/
Specialism: Health & Wellbeing
Contact Details
Phone:
Address:
British Liver Trust Venta Court
20 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8FE
https://britishlivertrust.org.uk/
https://www.facebook.com/britishlivertrust/
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Bro Room CIC (Closed)
Area: South Lakes
Purpose/aim of your organisation:
A men's mental health and wellbeing support group.
List of activities and/or services provided by your organisation:
Weekly face-to-face and online meetings based in Kendal for men (over 18) to come and talk.
Specialism: Health & Wellbeing
Contact Details
Phone: 07793281156
Address:
Wenningdale
Lodge Lane
Lancaster LA2 8NW
https://www.facebook.com/thebroroom
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Brough Memorial Hall
Area: Eden
Purpose/aim of your organisation:
Provision of a venue for community-based events and activities
List of activities and/or services provided by your organisation:
Village hall - venue, kitchen, stage, audio-visual equipment, tables and chairs
Specialism: Health & Wellbeing
Contact Details
Phone: 07469966839
Address:
New Street
Brough
Kirkby Stephen CA17 4AS
https://www.brough-cumbria.info/Hall
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Brougham Hall CIC
Area: Eden
Purpose/aim of your organisation:
The CIC was formed in 2024 by six of the tenants of the Brougham Hall Charitable Trust, which was being wound up. Our aim was to rescue and further develop the site, which is home to a thriving group of artistic and artisanal businesses, as well as a welcoming and cherished destination for the local community and passing visitors alike. The Hall is in great need of restoration and our aim is to gradually improve its use, to increase the number of artists/artisans and to expand its capacity to host community and cultural events.
List of activities and/or services provided by your organisation:
Craft shops
Pottery Classes
U3A
Cafe
Cultural Events
Specialism: Arts & Culture
Contact Details
Phone: 07801097903
Address:
Brougham Hall
Brougham Hall
Penrith CA10 2DE
http://www.broughamhall.co.uk
http://www.facebook.com/BroughamHall
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Buddhist Group of Kendal ( Theravada )
Area: South Lakes
Purpose/aim of your organisation:
Buddhist Group in Kendal Cumbria. To share the teachings
of The Buddha. A meeting place for Buddhists and people interested in Buddhism.
List of activities and/or services provided by your organisation:
BGKT Open Meeting
https://www.buddhistgroupofkendal.co.uk/bgkt-open-meeting/
BGKT holds an open meeting on the 3rd Sunday of the month (except December), from 2.00 – 4.30pm. All welcome. Free. Castle Street Community Centre, Castle Street, Kendal, LA9 7AD. Detached Room - entrance on the side of the building behind bicycle rack near wall.
Open meetings are led by lay teachers authorized to teach by the Theravada Buddhist Sangha [Community of Theravada Buddhist Monks]. Open meetings include The Four Foundations of Mindfulness taught by The Buddha; Tranquillity and Insight Meditation; Walking Meditation. Talks on Buddhism.
Teachings in Buddhist Group of Kendal (Theravada) BGKT’s Open Meetings are based on Mindfulness in Plain English, Loving-Kindness in Plain English, Start Here, Start Now: A Short Guide to Mindfulness Meditation and The In Plain English series by Buddhist Monk Bhante Henepola Gunaratana (one of the Founder Spiritual Advisors to BGKT) published by Wisdom Books.
BGKT Annual Vesak Celebration in May
Buddhist Group of Kendal (Theravada) BGKT holds an annual public Vesak Celebration in Kendal. Vesak celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and passing away of The Buddha. All welcome. Free.
https://www.buddhistgroupofkendal.co.uk/vesak/
CMDM Cumbria Moon Day Meditation
CMDM Cumbria Moon Day Meditation. Cumbrian Theravada Buddhists meditating together at their homes. All welcome. Free.
https://www.buddhistgroupofkendal.co.uk/cmdm-cumbria-moon-day-meditation/
Specialism: Faith
Contact Details
Phone: 01539 729793
Address:
Castle Street Community Centre
Castle Street
Kendal LA9 7AD
https://www.buddhistgroupofkendal.co.uk/
https://www.facebook.com/people/Buddhist-Group-of-Kendal-Theravada/100072266156683/
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Burneside Brass
Area: South Lakes
Purpose/aim of your organisation:
Brass band performances and training of new players
List of activities and/or services provided by your organisation:
Concerts and rehearsals
Specialism:
Contact Details
Phone: 01539766249
Address:
Burneside Cricket Club
Kendal
Kendal LA9 6QL
http://www.burnesidebrass.co.uk
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Burton in Lonsdale Village Hall
Area: South Lakes
Purpose/aim of your organisation:
Burton-in-Lonsdale Village Hall is community run by volunteers.
Many village groups meet at the Hall, including the monthly Parish Council meetings and there are lots of sporting activities including Table Tennis & Karate.
Have a look at the Calendar to see Whats On.
It is popular for family and birthday parties and we regularly put on Film Nights, concerts and other events.
List of activities and/or services provided by your organisation:
Specialism:
Contact Details
Phone: 07771758702
Address:
High Street
Burton In Lonsdale LA6 3LU
https://www.burton-in-lonsdale-village-hall.co.uk/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064098067114
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