Lots to see, do and discover at Ledbury Community Day
Here is a list of the groups taking part in 2024
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Location 1: St Katherine's Hall
Big Apple Association
Visit our stand to find out more about the rich heritage of orcharding under and around Marcle Ridge, and how you can help us continue the traditions.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01531 670544
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.bigapple.org.uk
Community Action Ledbury
We are a registered charity providing essential transport services to vulnerable people in Ledbury and surrounding parishes. We operate the town's Ring & Ride volunteer car service helping over 450 users who have difficulty getting around to get to essential medical appointments. We also run day-trip excursions for the elderly and provide wheel-chair equipped minibus transport for local community groups.
Come along and talk to us about our flexible volunteering opportunities. We are looking for people to join our team of volunteer drivers. If you are interested in doing something that makes a real difference to people's lives and is very rewarding, come and have a chat. Some of our existing volunteers will be on hand to talk about what's involved
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01531 635339
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.caledbury.org.uk
Cricket - Ledbury Cricket Club
Find out how the club is developing and about our facilities. You will be assured of a warm welcome from the Club so why not visit us in the coming weeks?
From 1000 to 1200 (later if wet).
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: ledburycc.co.uk and ledbury.play-cricket.com
Cycling - Ledbury Area Cycle Forum (LACF)
The Ledbury Area Cycle Forum (LACF) promotes cycling as a healthy, low cost, practicable and fun means of transport for all ages. LACF members have developed good relations with Herefordshire Council and negotiate for active travel (walking and cycling) provision in new developments, including secure cycle storage and safe routes to the schools, shops, leisure facilities and other amenities. LACF organises community cycling events. It designs and produces cycle route maps and it runs a website www.comecyclingledbury.com - a one-stop-shop resource for cyclists (and non-cyclists). LACF has an electric bike for people to take out on free loan (donations encouraged!) - a 'test before you invest' opportunity for those considering buying an e-bike.
Interested in local cycle routes? We will have local cycle maps for sale and cycle promotion leaflets. Ask us about the Come Cycling Ledbury website and let us know your thoughts about cycling provision in Ledbury. Learn of our involvement in planning applications, and our e-bike.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: n/a
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.comecyclingledbury.com
Food Bank - Ledbury Food Bank
We are an Independent Food Bank serving the community in and around Ledbury. We are based at our premises near the Railway Station. Our Message - "We are an independent Food Bank, run entirely by volunteers who passionately believe that no one should go hungry. Pop in to see us; you can be sure of a friendly face and a sympathetic ear. Your conversations at the Foodbank are completely confidential."
Ledbury food bank volunteers will be present to explain the work that we carry out, providing emergency food to those in need, providing benefits advice and support to clients. Let is tell you can help us with donations of money and food etc.which we will be pleased to accept and explain how members of the public can support our work by volunteering. Let us tell you how we may be able to help you.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07581 283092
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburyfoodbank.org
Food Group - Ledbury Food Group
Ledbury Food Group celebrates the wonderful locally produced food and drink that we enjoy in Ledbury and district, important both to our enjoyment of food and to our local economy. We run the website www.ledburyfoodgroup.org which features local food information, events and views, the Ledbury Big Breakfast, the Ledbury Celebration food festival and other events.
At the start of Big Green Week in Ledbury, talk to us about how Local Food contributes both to sustainability and the local economy. Find out about this year's Ledbury Celebration on 7th July
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01531 633637
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburyfoodgroup.org
Football - Ledbury Football Club (Not in printed programme)
Ledbury Football Club has a long history in local football, based at its ground in New Street. Ledbury Swifts has become a successful outlet for junior and youth football - boys and girls.
We are promoting the amalgamation of Ledbury Town and Ledbury Swifts Football Clubs. We want to raise awareness in the community of the benefits of the merger. Enter our ballot to choose the kit colours for the new merged club.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07415 114664
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.facebook.com/LedburyTownFC/
Freemasons - Eastnor Lodge of Freemasons No.751
We will be very happy to tell you about the local charitable activities undertaken by the Eastnor Lodge of Freemasons, and information about Freemasonry.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07734 413713
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: Facebook
Haygrove Community Gardens - Garden crafts
We will be running a stall demonstrating and encouraging participation in garden crafts such as making a bee hotel or a butterfly crop protector. We are inviting children to make something for the garden - you will be able to take your creations home. We will be collecting for our charity, Haygrove Community Gardens. We want to raise awareness of the natural environment and what we can do to protect it. Come and talk to us about our ideas for a community garden in or near Ledbury.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07483 018538
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.haygrovecommunitygardens.org
Herefordshire & Gloucestershire Canal Trust
We will be displaying information on our current restoration work and be there to answer your questions. We are looking for volunteers to help us come and restore the canal. Our revised and updated book on the history and restoration of the canal for sale ? Rescued From Obscurity. We will also have our walks leaflets for sale - all circular walks and including sections of the canal, or line of the canal, within the route.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: n/a
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.h-g.canal.org.uk
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Our vision is for a Herefordshire richer and more diverse in wildlife, bringing its people closer to nature. What we do... We manage 56 Nature Reserves - that's around 530 hectares of land reserved for wildlife We run projects within landscapes across the county restoring habitats and protecting wildlife species We run events and workshops for adults and provide professional training for volunteers and trainees.
Find out about how and where you can volunteer to help our work, and the role our supporters play. Let us tell you about our nearby nature reserves, current projects and volunteer opportunities.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01432 356872
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: https://www.herefordshirewt.org/
Horticultural Society - Ledbury Horticultural Society
Ledbury Horticultural Society has existed since 1875, and is renowned for its Annual Show held on Bank Holiday Monday (Ledbury Carnival Day).
Find out about our annual Flower show which is held on August Bank Holiday Monday. Pick up a Geranium plant to take home, nuture and enter into the show in our fun no skill required competion. Free cake will also be available together a copy of the show schedule.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07875 478484
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: find us on Facebook: Ledbury Flower Show
Keep Herefordshire Warm - Energy Efficiency
Visit our stand full of information, advice, and support for anyone who needs help with energy. We can support you with whatever energy issues they have, from liaising with energy suppliers to arranging repayment plans, supporting with a grant application, meter changes, setting up energy accounts. We will have leaflets on a range of things such as smart meters, draught proofing, insulation etc + top ten tips on energy saving, also some small measures such as light bulbs, draught excluder.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 0800 500 3076
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.warmandwell.co.uk/refer
LEAF
LEAF is a local charity dedicated to supporting the well-being of people in Ledbury and the surrounding areas. Its focus is on those in need, improving people?s welfare and allowing all to flourish. It has 3 main strands: Physical health, Emotional and mental health and Spiritual health
Find out about what we do in Ledbury and our plans
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact website: www.leafledbury.com
Ledbury Border Morris
Ledbury Border Morris will be demonstrating traditional Morris dancing from the English/Welsh borders. In addition to this members of the side, musicians and dancers will be present to discuss the history of Ledbury Morris, its local connections, why we do it and how to join. We may ask members of the public to 'have a go' at one of our dances with us if they so wish. We will be performing at St Katherine's (Town Square) and the Market House
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07870 382678
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: find us on Facebook - Ledbury Morris
Ledbury Community Choir (Not in printed programme)
Ledbury Community Choir is based in Ledbury in Herefordshire, and has around 80 members from the town and local area. We sing a wide variety of music, and we usually put on two concerts a year, with net proceeds going to local charities. If you like singing and would like to find out about joining meet us today!
We're hoping to attract new singers to our large choir, so we will have: Information about our activities as a community choir, singing at town events and at concerts with photos and examples of the music we are rehearsing now. Two choir members can talk about the choir, how we run things and how to come along and try us out as new singers.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07775 772341
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.lcchoir2.com
Ledbury Community Hub
The Ledbury Community Hub provides a safe and welcoming space for all residents of Ledbury and the surrounding areas to come together; to build stronger and more resilient communities. We are based in New Street.
Come and find out what the Ledbury Community Hub is up to, who we are and how you can get involved.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01531 248743
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburycommunityhub.org.uk
Ledbury in Bloom
Ledbury in Bloom is fifteen times winner of the RHS Heart of England Gold Medal. We are a small friendly group who work hard to enhane the quality of life through sustainable, pollinator friendly planting in our lovely town. We welcome gardeners and non gardeners of any age to join us for any hour a week.
Come and talk to us and find out how you can help us to continue our run of Golds - and look out for our volunteers around town,keeping the tubs and the beds blooming!
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01531 633267
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburyin bloom.wordpress.com
Ledbury Market Theatre/LADS
We will be pleased to give you full details of forthcoming events and tell you how you can join in and help us. We always welcome more willing volunteers to join the happy team that runs the theatre - whether it be front of house, technical, painting and making scenery, acting, costumes, serving at the bar - all tastes catered for!!
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: themarkettheatre.com
Ledbury Primary School
Our school is a large, dynamic primary school with Little Wrens Pre-school and Nursery on site, serving the market town of Ledbury and its community. Visitors to our school comment positively on our Values-based education, our facilities, the stimulating environment and inclusive, caring, family ethos. They describe our atmosphere as friendly, respectful and nurturing.
We will be showcasing all that Ledbury Primary School has to offer with photos and work on display, and perhaps something interactive. We may also have House Captains attending to talk about school. We are pleased to be here at the start of Ledbury Great Big Green Week!
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01531 632940
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledbury.hereford.sch.uk
Ledbury Refugee Support Group
Conflicts, civil wars�and invasions create some of the worst humanitarian crises of our time. Millions of displaced people are struggling with the trauma of losing their own country and those still trapped in the hostilities face starvation and disease. We work alongside national charities to send emergency supplies to those most in need and who face very uncertain futures.
Promoting the group's aims to raise funds to send to MSF, to collect clothing for international aid organisations, and to support local resettled families who have been forced to leave their own country.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07804 527678
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Market - Ledbury Country Market
Over the years the Market has had many homes but is now firmly established in the Burgage Hall. We offer sweet and savoury baking including cakes, biscuits, bread, pies, pasties, flans, charcuterie and ready meals. We have a wide selection of chutneys, jams, marmalades, honey and free-range eggs to choose from. We sell an assortment of our own grown fruit and vegetables, herbs, cut flowers and plants. We also offer a wide selection of top-quality hardy perennials, annuals and shrubs. In spring the market is busy with customers buying our large selection of vegetable seedlings so they can grow their own. We sell an assortment of our own grown fruit and vegetables, herbs, cut flowers and plants. We also offer a wide selection of top-quality hardy perennials, annuals and shrubs. In spring the market is busy with customers buying our large selection of vegetable seedlings so they can grow their own. All this and our craft department - come and explore.
Why not come and see us and experience the warm welcome you will receive. Let us tell you more about our very special which runs in the Burgage Hall on Friday mornings. Everything is grown, stitched, or cooked within a 15-mile radius of the town!
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07884 134605
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburycountrymarket.co.uk
Midlands Air Ambulance
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is responsible for funding and operating three air ambulance helicopters and a fleet of critical care cars serving the communities of six Midlands counties: Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire (including Stoke-on-Trent), the West Midlands and Worcestershire. This constitutes the largest air ambulance operating region in England. The charity also provides secondary cover to surrounding areas, such as Warwickshire and Mid Wales.
Visit us fo find out more about the air ambulance service and its operation. Find out how you can support us. We hope you like our charitable merchandise!
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07960 360444
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.midlandsairambulance.com
Repair Café Ledbury provides a monthly service to local people to mend small portable household items. We are part of an international network helping to keep re-useable goods out of landfill
Visit our display stand, with information about our popular monthly Repair Café and how to get involved. Repair Café Ledbury volunteers will be available to answer questions and advise people on what items we can consider for repair and how to book them in. We also welcome new volunteers to our enthusiastic team, so come and find out what it's all about. Please note: we will not be undertaking repairs on 8th June
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.repaircafeledbury.org.uk
Rugby Club - Ledbury
We are striving to develop a broader understanding of all the Club does with the aim of developing a substantially deeper engagement with the local community.
We have a lot going on at the Rugby Club. Let us tell you about our Adult and Junior levels and especially our Women's and Girls' rugby in the run up to the Women's Rugby World Cup in 2025. Find out about our social and community support actiivities including our Walk & Talk with Age UK. Ask us about our facilities for functions and conferences. Club Officials and Players will be present to tell you more.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01531 631788
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburyrfc.co.uk
Sustainable Ledbury
Sustainable Ledbury are a community interest group. We are a group of local people who come together to organise projects to reduce waste and improve the environment in Ledbury and the surrounding area.
We will be showing you our current projects including the Plastics Project, management of ecodiversity along the Town Trail and waste reduction project. Come and talk with us to find out more about the projects. If you are interested in joining us new members are always welcome.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.sustainableledbury.co.uk
Tennis, Ledbury Tennis Club
From complete beginners to seasoned experts, there's a place for everyone and every age at Ledbury Tennis Club. There?s a junior programme, rusty rackets evening, social club sessions, competitive teams, social events and walking tennis.
Ledbury Tennis Club and some of its members will be available to talk with anyone about getting involved with tennis. Our members will be available to tell visitors to Ledbury Community Day more about how to join the club and answer any questions they might have.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: clubspark.lta.org.uk/ledburytennisclub
Walking Netball - Ledbury Skylarks
Fancy having a bit of fun, want to learn new skills or even revive old ones then Walking Netball could be for you. It's netball, but with no running or jumping. It is a friendly and inclusive sport, designed so that anyone can play, regardless of age or fitness level. It can give those who feel isolated an outlet, provide an activity for those who do not deem themselves fit enough to run anymore and offer a stepping stone for those looking for a pathway back into netball and it's also for people who have never played before. We meet every Wednesday 2-3pm at the Ledbury Rugby club. 2/3 per session.
Come and find out more and meet some of the players. Let us tell you why Walking Netball is an amazing community that is full of life and laughter. It is fantastic for helping women form connections, and stay active and healthy for longer.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07545 924953
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.herefordshirenetball.co.uk/walking_netball/
Location 2: Burgage Hall
Art Society - Ledbury
Our message is that we aim to encourage our members to develop their skills and knowledge of all aspects of art and its creation by providing opportunities to attend indoor and outdoor painting sessions, talks and demonstrations, workshops and visits to exhibitions and to promote social contact between people who share those interests. By these means we aim to promote the advancement and enjoyment of art within the community.
Our members will be present to tell you more about our society and its activities. We will display of art work produced by our members.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07900 075582
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: ledbburyartsociety.blogspot.co.uk
Arts Society Hereford
We will be at our display stand to give information and answer questions about our activities. These include: a monthly programme of illustrated lectures by expert speakers on a wide range of arts subjects from prehistory to the present day, visits to places of artistic/historical/cultural interest and opportunities to join volunteering groups in arts heritage, conservation and education
Come and talk to us and find out about all the interesting things to do with the history of art, sculpture, film, architecture, gardens etc. etc. that we offer.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.theartssocietyhereford.org.uk
Arts Society Ross-on-Wye
The?aims?of our society are to help members gain knowledge of the Decorative and Fine Arts by means of lectures, visits and group instruction in a sociable and enjoyable way, and to foster, when possible, an interest in Fine Arts among young people.
Ask us about the Ross on Wye series of Arts Society lectures - we have a varied progrmme.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.theartssociety-rossonwye.org
Friends of Ledbury Parish Church
Our programme includes lectures, Quiz Night, Burns Night, tours of the belltower, social gatherings etc. We try to interpret the many remarkable features of St Michael?s Church (the oldest building in Ledbury) to visitors but also aim to provide an opportunity for people to meet and enjoy each other's company.
Members of the church community will be on hand to talk about the work of the Friends as part of the ministry of the church and to hand out literature (eg a specimen annual programme of events and membership forms).
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01531 631531
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.friendsofledburyparishchurch.weebly.com
Ledbury & District Civic Society
Our aims are to raise interest in Ledbury and its surroundings, promote high standards of planning and architecture, and secure the preservation, protection and improvement of features of historic, natural and public interest.
Let us tell you about the achievements of our Society and what we are working on now. Let us tell you about the Butcher Row House Museum and how you could help us. Find out about membership. We encourage anyone who is interested in 'looking after Ledbury' to join the society or volunteer to help our work.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07908 967165
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburycivicsociety.org
Ledbury Places
Ledbury Places is a local charity with responsibilities for three historic buildings in Ledbury - The Heritage Centre, the Burgage Hall (Ledbury and District Civic Society) and the Barrett Browning Institute (Ledbury Poetry Hub).
Visit our display showing what Ledbury Places does to maintain its heritage buildings. Find out about the opportunities for local people to get involved in volunteering at The Heritage Centre. Don't forget to visit The Heritage Centre today - spinning display.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburyplaces.co.uk
Ledbury Town Council
Ledbury Town Council has an important role in promoting the town, representing its interests and supporting the work of different groups in the community as well as undertaking a number of parish responsibilities including maintenance of the Recreation Ground, the Cemetery and Dog Hill Wood.
We shall have displays about work that Council takes on and the positive changes volunteers can make. We want to know your views - take part in one of our surveys which will provide the Council with more information on how residents feel about the town. We will have some fun quizzes and games and a donation pot to raise money for the Mayors Charity. "
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01531 632306
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburytowncouncil.gov.uk
Maritime Cadet Unit - Ledbury
Ledbury now has a thriving Maritime Cadet Unit which meets at the Burgage Hall and is open to boys and girls aged 9 to 18 years of age. Lots of activities to enjoy including canoeing, camping, sailing, football, swimming and many more.
Find out more about our activities by visiting our display featuring activities that our Cadets take part in. We want to show the opportunities and activities for young people aged 9 to 18 would have by joining the Maritime Cadets.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07594 882729
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Megan Baker House
Megan Baker House is based in Orchard Lane, Ledbury, Herefordshire. It offers conductive education to children with a wide variety of movement disorders and adults with Parkinson?s, stroke, Multiple Sclerosis. We now also run a Reachout service operating within Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Gloucestershire as well as Conductive Education sessions virtually for those that aren?t able to access one of our venues or live to far a field to travel to us.
Find out more about the work of Megan Baker House locally. Pick up an information leaflet and ask us questions. We will be grateful for any donations to help our work.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01531 633840
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.meganbakerhouse.org.uk
Naturalists Field Club - Ledbury
The club was founded in 1967 to give local people, who have a general interest in natural history, the opportunity of furthering and sharing their knowledge. Our activities run throughout the year with indoor talks in winter and an outdoor field programme in spring/summer.
Find out about our activities in and around Ledbury, and how you could help us improving local wild-life environments. We will be happy to talk to you about our club programme and how to become a member.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburynaturalists.co.uk
Probus Club of Ledbury
The Club is for men who are of retirement age or will soon be reaching it and who have some form of professional or business background. Our talks cover a vast range of subjects to appeal to all tastes, and members are invited to question speakers and to add their own observations. About half our talks are given by members, reflecting their own interests and experiences.
Ask us about the range of talks and activities our members enjoy at our regular two-hour Monday morning gatherings and in other outside social activities. We will be pleased to explain in more depth how to become one of our members.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: O7828 845285
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburyprobus.org.uk
u3a - Ledbury & District
u3a (aka The University of the Third Age) is a nationwide organisation based on local groups providing opportunities for retired and semi-retired people to come together and develop their interests. We don't study for qualifications, we just enjoy taking part, meeting people and learning from one-another. Members share their knowledge and experience with others in interest groups, running informal activity sessions covering a wide range of subjects and activities.
Visit our display stand to discover details of the wide range of activities that our members can get involved with. Members will be present throughout the event to talk to people who might be interested in joining our organisation. Our recorder consort will be playing in the church between 11.00 and 12.00
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01531 633637
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburyu3a.org.uk
Walsingham Support, Salters Hill
We are Walsingham Support, a charity that has been supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries and complex needs for more than 35 years. Whether it?s a couple of hours a week or 24-hour, seven-day support, we provide bespoke solutions that enable individuals with disabilities to live fulfilling, happy lives. Locally we have a residential centre at Salters Hill.
We will have a stand promoting the things that we make and photos of our day-to-day activities. Come and meet staff and people we support. We may have for sale some of the objects that we bring with us. We want to show you how we support adults will learning difficulties their abilities and their strengths.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01531 802730
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: https://www.walsingham.com/
Women's Institute - Ledbury Branch
The Women's Institute is inspiring women to be diverse. We offer women of all ages the opportunity to join, make friends and be involved in any way that suits them.
Our members will be pleased to answer questions and talk generally about Women's Institute and our Ledbury branch. Find out about our current branch activities, our forthcoming programme and how you can join us as a member.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01531 636808
Location 3: Community Hall
Carnival - Ledbury Carnival Association
If it's August Bank Holiday, it must be Ledbury Carnival Day - Ledbury's traditional day of fun in the Town Centre. This year the Carnival celebrates its 50th consecutive Carnival.
Visit our small EXHIBITION celebrating the 50th consecutive Carnival in Ledbury. See our display of Photographs through the years, Cups and other Memorabilia of the last 50 years - showing changes over the years. Find out how you can help us by becoming a new Committee member, helping us at the event, sponsoring us or making a donation.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07858 599037
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburycarnival.co.uk
Citizens Advice Worcester and Herefordshire (CW&H) and Citizens Advice South Worcestershire (CASW)
We provide the advice people need for the problems they face and improve the policies and practices that affect people's lives. We provide free, independent, confidential and impartial advice to everyone on their rights and responsibilities. We value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination.
Citizen Advice Worcester & Herefordshire will be working jointly with Citizens Advice South Worcestershire. Come and talk to us about volunteering, we have various volunteer roles, including generalist advisers, research and campaigns, admin and receptionists to help us meet the high demand for our free advice services - please note we are not able to provide advice at this event.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: CW&H - 0344 826 9685 CASW - 0808 278 7891
Contact e-mail address: CAW&H [email protected] CASW [email protected]
Contact website: citizensadvicesw.org.uk
Cruse Bereavement Support
Our message - we are here to support you in your bereavement. We help people through one of the most painful times in life - with bereavement support, information and campaigning.
We shall have information and leaflets, and an on hand volunteer to let you know about the services we offer. Our support is free of charge. Could you be interested in becoming a volunteer? Talk to us - we need more helpers.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.cruse.org.uk
Happy Paws Outdoors (Not in printed programme)
Happy Paws Outdoors offers you a 2 acre fully-fenced field, allowing your dog(s) open space to run free! Located in beautiful Herefordshire countryside near Ledbury, the field is open seven days a week and can be hired for your exclusive use or to share with friends. Whether your dog needs to practice training, is reactive or anxious, or just wants off lead fun or a play date in a relaxing setting, there are so many reasons to visit! For extra fun and stimulation, the field has agility equipment, sand pits and a pool.
Ask us about the seating area if you want to soak up the views for a while, or bring a picnic in the summer, and when the good old British weather surprises you, our shelter to run into.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07876 541522
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.facebook.com/happypawsmunsley/
Healthy Lifestyle Service
We provide a free and confidential service for those who wish to make healthier lifestyle changes, stop smoking, cut down alcohol, lose weight, healthy eating and physical activity
We will have information to address your concerms including leaflets about potentail health harms with advice to follow on improving things.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01432 383567
Homestart Herefordshire
We recruit and train a local community network of volunteers who help families with children aged 0-18 years old through challenging times. We provide expert support and signposting along with friendship and practical advice.
We invite you to our Information stand with collection boxes for donations for our charity. We will be providing information on the service we provide and asking for people to volunteer with us. We will have information leaflets and our Annual Report along with free resources and 1 or 2 things for the kids to make and give away on the day.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01432 371212
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.home-startherefordshire.co.uk
Kiln Church
Kiln Church meets on Sundays at the Community Hall. The church has a clear message it wants to convey to you - "Kiln are here with a heart for Ledbury"
Visit our display where we will show you what Kiln Church are involved in within the local community. We will be able to offer support to those who would like some spiritual guidance or prayer. We will have flyers and booklets available for you to pick up. Meet members of Kiln Church at our stall.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07932 569495
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.kilnchurch.com
Ledbury Health Partnership Patient Participation Group (LHPPPG)
Find out how we work with Ledbury Health Partnership to explore patient feedback, and work for the benefit of patients, sharing, discussing and implementing suggestions. We also seek to improve patient awareness of the various routes of access to, and methods of delivery of, primary healthcare. "The PPG is here to support all Ledbury Health Partnership patients - improving access to health and social care"
Find out about the work of the PPG and how we represent local patients. Ask our PPPG Members present how to get involved, and where/how to find further information. Please provide us with your contact details in order to be kept informed of PPG activities. We want you to tell us how the role of PPG should develop. Would you be interested in being involved on the committee/ volunteering at clinics and on specific projects - help welcome.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: In Development
Location 4: Church Lane
Butcher Row House Museum (Ledbury and District Civic Society)
Butcher Row House Museum features many items of local interest including reproduction helmets and breastplates that would have been worn in the Battle of Ledbury in 1645 and a small collection of musical instruments ranging from a 'hurdy-gurdy' to a Tibetan pipe fashioned from a thigh bone.
We shall be open for you as usual. Admission is free, but donations are welcome.
From 1000 to 1600.
Heritage Centre, Ledbury (Ledbury Places)
The story of Ledbury's past is displayed in this timber-framed building dating from the late 15th Century, which may have been built by merchants. It became a Latin Grammar School until about 1840. Local volunteers man the Heritage Centre, now owned by Ledbury Places, a local Charitable Trust.
Discover Ledbury's history at the Heritage Centre - we hope our spinner will be their to demonstrate her craft. SEE also under Ledbury Places.
From 1030 to 1630.
Contact phone number: 01531 633637
Contact e-mail address: n/a
Contact website: n/a
u3a - Ledbury & District - Walled Gardeners Group
Our group has taken over flower beds that used to be maintained by Herefordshire Council. We garden through the year to put on a good show.
Visit the Walled Garden to see the work we have done to develop the flowerbeds.
From Anytime
Location 5: Church Street - entrance is signed
Painted Room (Ledbury Town Council)
Wall paintings were discovered in the Town Council offices during major restoration work in 1989 and have been dated to the mid 1560s. They represent the expensive tapestries and leather hangings that would normally be found in the homes of wealthy aristocrats, and are thought to be the work of a jobbing artist who has created a cheaper version for the up and coming Merchant Gentry.
The 16th Century Painted Room will be open as usual on Community Day. Our knowledgeable guides will give you a short introductory talk (5 minutes) and show you the special paintings. We have children?s costumes for dressing up and a small set of stocks to entertain the children! Free
From 1100 - 1300 and 1400 - 1630 to 1630.
Contact phone number: 01531 632306
Contact website: https://www.ledburytowncouncil.gov.uk/en-gb/what-we-do/16th-century-painted-room
Location 6: Church Tower
Bell Ringers - Ledbury Church Bellringers
We will ring the bells during the morning at 9.30 and 12.30. The tower will be open throughout the morning (except when the bells are ringing) for people to visit. The tower will be manned by volunteers. Members of the public are very welcome to come and see and hear us. Numbers for going up the tower to see the bells will need to be limited at any one time so some people may need to wait for a short while. There is a much acclaimed exhibition on the ground floor of the tower which is a place we recommend all Ledbury residents to visit. Voluntary donations may be made to the Ringing Education Fund if people are so inclined. We want people to consider learning to ring the bells and also to learn a bit more about an important historic building.
From 930 to 1300.
Contact phone number: 01531 579021
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburybells.co.uk
u3a - Ledbury & District - Recorder Consort
Ledbury U3A now has a flourishing Recorder Group.
We shall be playing works from our repertoire in the historic setting of St Michael's. We shall be performing between 11.00 and 12.00. Do visit us for some soothing (and sometimes perhaps rousing) music.
From 1100 to 1200.
Contact e-mail address: see above
Location 7: The Master's House
Friends of the Master's House
Have you ever wondered about our magnificent Tudor building? Did you know it has fascinating medieval links? Come along and revel in the spectacle of the Great Hall, or take an ad hoc mini tour, given by one of our stalwart volunteers - The Friends of the Master's House.
This Community Day, pop along to find out more about The Friends of the Master's House and how they're keeping the heritage alive in one of our town's magnificent historic buildings. Friends will be present between 9.30am to 12.30pm to tell you more. Join an ad hoc mini tour (taking place as/when demand allows).
From 930 to 1230.
Contact phone number: 01432 383499 (Ledbury Library)
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.themastershouseledbury.org
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust - Wildplay
We work with children and young people in communities and schools engaging, inspiring and educating them about wildlife.
Children and Nature - experience our hands on nature based Crafts and Wildlife exploration for children 2+ and their interested adults. Activities from 10.30 to 12.30.
From 1030 to 1230.
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.herefordshirewt.org
Location 8: Market House, High Street
Brass Band - Ledbury Community Brass Band
Ledbury Community Brass Band is a friendly and fun band. We aim, as a Community band, to be as inclusive as possible and, as a result, we have members of all ages and abilities. Our message, 'Brass Music is fun, and people of all ages can learn to play together'.
Our band will perform under the Market House to start Community Day between 10am and 11.00am. Come along and enjoy our performance in Ledbury's Historic Centre. In our breaks ask us about the instruments we play - would you like to try one?
From 1000 Band Performance to 1100.
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.lcbb.org.uk
Russell & Co - CALM
Our charity of the year is Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM). CALM takes a stand against suicide. That means standing against feeling shit, standing up to stereotypes and standing together to show life is always worth living. Find more about CALM at www.thecalmzone.net/what-we-do
We will be opening the doors to our Ledbury High Street office on 8 June to hold a cake sale to raise money for our charity of the year Campaign Against Living Miserably. It's the first anniversary of the opening of our offices in Ledbury so we are looking to sell as many cakes a possible and to mark this special occasion.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01684 892000
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.russellandcosolicitors.co.uk
Location 9: Ledbury Bowling Club, Bank Crescent
Bowling Club - Ledbury Bowling Club
Ledbury Bowling Club was founded in 1927. We are a small friendly club which currently has International Bowlers and National Champions regularly playing and rolling up. New members of all ages are always welcome.
Ledbury Bowling Club warmly welcome visitors to call by and meet us from 10am to 12noon. The bowling green will be open for visitors who would like to try their hand at lawn green bowls. Members will be present to assist visitors with help and instruction; all bowls equipment will be available for visitors to use. Please could we ask that visitors wear flat soled footwear. A number of informal matches may be played on one rink, to show visitors how a match unfolds and the enjoyment of playing a competitive game. Coffees, teas and light refreshments will be available at a small charge. 20 plus club members will be present to encourage visitors to participate in our sport and to show how friendly our club is. The age range of our members goes right up to 92 years of age, so be encouraged?. age is not a barrier to our sport! Spectators are also very welcome. We look forward to meeting some new friends.
From 1000 to 1200.
Contact phone number: 07922 090921
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburybowlsclub.co.uk
Location 11: Bye Street
Ledbury Methodist Church
We are opening the Methodist Church for you to come in and look around. We will have a display for you telling the history of Methodism in Ledbury & Nationally. We will also serve tea & coffee. We would also like to show the local community the work that we do.
From 1000 to 1230.
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.herefordshiremethodists.org.uk/ledbury
Location 13: Ledbury Poetry House, Barratt Browning Institute
Ledbury Poetry (Ledbury Poetry Festival)
Ledbury Poetry is now settled in the Barrett Browning Institute now "Ledbury Poetry House". The focus has widened to much more all year round poetry activities as well as the renowned international Ledbury Poetry Festival - this year from 28th June to 7th July.
Ledbury Poetry House will be open from 10am-2pm over Ledbury Community Day. Drop in for some poetry related activities, browse our books and gifts, find out more about Ledbury Poetry and book tickets for this year's Festival coming up in June/July.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01531 636232
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburypoetry.org.uk
Masefield Matters - Celebrating the life and work of John Masefield
Our aim is to promote and inform the public of John Masefield Ledbury's Poet Laureate and our project to create a memorial to him and his work. Masefield was born and grew up in the town but many are unaware of this. Over the 4-year span of this project, we will bring his work to life and acknowledge the recognition he deserves.
We will be promoting the John Masefield memorial project. There will be at least one member of the John Masefield Society present to answer questions and tell you more about the project. We will be collecting for the project.
From 1000 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 01531 632306
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]
Contact website: www.ledburytowncouncil.gov.uk
Location 14: Talbot Hotel, New Street
Ledbury Strömstad Twinning Association
Strömstad is the official Twin Town of Ledbury. Strömstad is a lovely Swedish town on the West Coast. The association meet to arrange events including regular exchange visits and maintain the friendly relationship between the two towns.
"Little Strömstad" at The Talbot Hotel New Street Ledbury HR8 - 12.00 - 2.00 pm. Representatives of the Twinning Association will be present to talk to people interested in Ledbury's Twinning friendship with Strömstad. Artefacts, information and photographs. See also our display in Club Sport's window at 24, the Homend.
From 1200 to 1400.
Contact phone number: 07531 311991
Contact e-mail address: [email protected]