LDCVS Bulletin: 2 April 2026

The Impact of Adult Social Care Transformation in the Lancaster District – Interim Report
Over the last year, Lancaster District CVS, Lancaster City Council and Lancashire County Council have worked in partnership with Citizens Advice North Lancashire, Positive Futures, Bay Volunteers, Stanleys Community Centre, More Music, The Dukes, and SAFE to deliver an adult social care transformation project.

Our interim report on the project (for the period to the end of January 2026) sets out how this partnership has used early, preventative interventions to improve outcomes for residents while reducing pressure on statutory services. It evidences the mechanisms through which strong collaboration between our sector and statutory partners delivers tangible benefits for all.

Download the report to find out more

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Lancaster Guardian Column
Lancaster District CVS writes a column for the Lancaster Guardian every two weeks, which offers an opportunity for us to focus on anything and everything related to our sector and the work being done in communities across Lancaster. Whether it’s a good news story celebrating success, a call for volunteers, highlighting a project or need, or anything in between and beyond, we want to hear from you. What stories do you have that deserve attention? What do you want the people of Lancaster to read about?

The column must be 380-400 words so we need ideas and suggestions that would fill the space. Provide use with the information and we’ll write it up and submit it. Quotes from relevant people are always appreciated, and if you can also provide us with a decent photograph, the Lancaster Guardian will also put the column on their website (all columns appear on our own CVS website).

Email your suggestions and questions to [email protected]

• Wednesday 8 April 10.00-12.00: The Link, 11-13 West Street, Morecambe LA3 1RB
• Monday 13 April 14.00-16.00: The Cornerstone, Sulyard Street, Lancaster LA1 1PX
• Tuesday 21 April 15.30-17.30: Carnforth Library, 65 Lancaster Road, Carnforth LA5 9DZ

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New Funding for Women’s Football! 
Sported is delighted to be able to support community groups to deliver women’s football thanks to funding from The FA’s Just Play programme, a national initiative designed to increase football participation among women aged 18+. 

The Just Play programme is a national initiative led by The FA (England Football) to support informal, recreational football for adults. It provides a fun and welcoming environment for participants to engage in football, regardless of their fitness level or previous experience. 

This opportunity specifically supports Just Play Kickabout sessions for WOMEN AGED 18+ ONLY, which are designed to be a social and low-pressure ‘turn up and play’ offer, prioritising enjoyment and regular participation over competition. 

They are offering: 

•  £500 funding 

•  £250 worth of vouchers for kit and equipment 

• The use of “Book Football” to manage your sessions and participants. Your sessions will also be displayed on the England Football Find Football tool, to support your participant recruitment. (You can choose to hide your sessions if you do not wish to have them displayed publicly) 

 Apply now! 

Closing date: 9am on Friday 12^th  June  

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]

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Community Funding Through One Stop Local Partnerships
Local groups working to support their neighbourhood may wish to keep an eye on the Community Partnership Programme from One Stop Stores Ltd which offers small grants to help community projects grow. The scheme supports organisations working on issues such as tackling food poverty, helping vulnerable residents or improving local spaces, with successful groups receiving funding and ongoing support from their nearby store team. It is a friendly way for local businesses and community organisations to work side by side to strengthen neighbourhood life.

Funding available: up to £1,000
Applications reopen: March 2026

Learn more about this fund

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Small Grants Available Through easyfundraising Impact Fund
Community groups and charities across the UK have a chance to secure a small boost through the easyfundraising Impact Fund which is offering twenty unrestricted grants of £500. The funding is designed to give not for profit organisations a flexible pot that can be used wherever it is needed most to support their work in the community. Groups of all shapes and sizes including charities, CICs, schools and sports clubs are encouraged to put forward a simple application and share how the grant could make a difference.

Closing date: 6 April 2026
Find out more and apply

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Holiday Grants Helping Children Experience New Adventures
Groups working with children have the chance to unlock memorable experiences through the Holiday Grants for Children programme from The Henry Smith Foundation. The fund helps schools, youth groups and charities organise day trips or short residential visits that give children aged thirteen and under the chance to explore new places and enjoy fun activities beyond their local area. With grants available to support outings across the UK, the programme aims to open up opportunities for children who may otherwise miss out on these experiences.

Funding available: £500 to £2,750
Learn more about this funding opportunity

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Lancaster Local Takes on the Arctic for Citizens Advice
Lancaster’s own Phil McGrath is taking on an extraordinary challenge — the Arctic Half Marathon in Spitsbergen on 6 June 2026 — to raise vital funds for Citizens Advice North Lancashire. Running across ice and snow in sub-zero conditions, Phil’s mission is deeply personal. While undergoing his own cancer journey, he’s determined to support others facing the same battles, raising awareness of the practical and emotional challenges that come with a diagnosis.

Citizens Advice provides free, confidential, and independent advice on everything from benefits and debt to employment and housing — a lifeline for many people coping with illness. Phil’s fundraising goal is £1,000, helping ensure this crucial service can continue supporting those who need it most.

Support Phil’s journey
Event: Arctic Half Marathon, Spitsbergen – 6 June 2026

Opportunities for Volunteering from Home
Do you have any volunteering roles that can be done from home? We would like to increase the number of options that are available for people who either cannot, or would prefer not to, go out to volunteer.

This can include people with disabilities; people who are challenged by anxiety, depression, or other mental wellbeing issues; people with short-term illness or injury that prevents them from going out; people who are isolating because of some other health related issue; or perhaps just people who want to do something but would find it more convenient to work from home.

Roles that could be done from home could include things like administration, finance, social media, marketing and promotion, telephone befriending etc and often would only require minimal equipment, such as a computer and an internet connection.

Please contact [email protected] with your volunteering needs. We have volunteers waiting for home-based roles, so there is potential for a quick referral.

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Volunteer Opportunity Promotion and Recruitment
Have you registered on our website to promote your volunteer roles? By adding your opportunities to our website you will be making them available to the hundreds of people per month who check our site looking for something to do. You will also enable our team to easily and quickly signpost people to your roles, to give them the information that they need to decide whether they would like to apply.

Registering is quick and easy and you can do it here.

Once registered you will be able to add your roles. If you need any help, or have any questions, you can contact Mark by email at [email protected]

In addition to the website, the Volunteer Centre can promote your roles via our bulletins and newsletters; through attendance at in-person events such as volunteer fairs; in 121 meetings with potential volunteers; through visits to various support organisations; drop-in events at local Job Centres; by posting to our social media platforms; and through our bi-weekly column in the Lancaster Guardian.

If you would like to discuss any of this, including having space in our Lancaster Guardian column, please contact Mark.

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Volunteering Opportunity Help Guide
We have produced a guide to help you when adding an opportunity to our website – It is quite detailed and covers every possible question. You don’t need to follow it but please do look at it if you get stuck or if it isn’t clear which option to choose when going through the form to add new opportunities.

You can now also add more users to your account. Once registered, log in, hover on Account at the top of the dashboard and click ‘Users’, where you can add more users. This will be useful if you would like someone else to check applicant info and contact potential volunteers.

You can also now choose which category to add your opportunity under, to help people when searching for roles. If you can’t find an appropriate category, just use the ‘default’ category and let us know what categories you would like to see added.

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DBS Checks
We offer a DBS check service, working in partnership with Burnley, Pendle, and Rossendale CVS. If you need DBS certificates for your staff or volunteers, please visit our website here.

• Safeguarding adults (level 2)
• Safeguarding children (level 2)
• GDPR compliance
• Cyber security

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Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3
The Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work course is the most popular workplace first aid course in the UK. After completing this course, you will be able to prove that you have completed first aid training that meets Health and Safety (First Aid) 1981 Regulations to be a first aider in a low-risk work environment.

The cost of the session is £45.

2 May, 10am – 4:30pm, The Cornerstone (Lancaster LA1 1PX) 

Book for 2 May

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ASIST Suicide Prevention Training
ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) is a widely-used suicide prevention workshop that teaches practical intervention skills for supporting someone at risk of suicide.

The two-day workshop focuses on suicide intervention skills rather than just awareness. It’s delivered interactively with practical exercises, discussion, role-play and skills practice, all of which helps build confidence.

ASIST trains participants to recognise, ask about, and respond to suicide risk using practical skills and a structured intervention approach. This training aims to ensure participants are comfortable offering suicide first-aid support and can apply the skills in real life when needed.

Attendees must pay a £50 deposit at the time of booking which is returned immediately after full attendance on both days.

16 & 17 April, 9am – 5pm, The Alhambra (Morecambe LA4 4EU)

Find out more and book

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Mental Health First Aid
Mental health first aid (MHFA) is an internationally recognised two-day training course which teaches people how to spot the signs and symptoms of mental ill health and provide help on a first aid basis. MHFA England training will teach you the best way to listen, reassure and respond, even in a crisis. Learning takes place through a mix of group activities, presentations and discussions.

2 & 3 July (delegates must attend both days), 9am – 5pm, St Thomas Church (Lancaster LA1 1XX)

Find out more and book

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A Guide to the CIC Online Registration Process
Watch this recent Charity Commission webinar for a step-by-step guide on how to successfully incorporate a Community Interest Company online.

Learn how to complete a successful online CIC incorporation application from start to finish. This webinar provides an overview of Community Interest Companies, along with some guidance on preparing your Articles of Association and completing form CIC36.

Please note: to watch the webinar you will be required to register first

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Does Your Charity Really Need a Building 
A really thoughtful session is coming up for organisations weighing up one of those big strategic questions that can quietly shape everything. This free webinar invites trustees and managers to take a step back and properly consider whether having a building actually strengthens their mission or adds more pressure than it is worth. With practical insight from property advisers and space to reflect on costs, responsibilities and alternatives, it is a useful pause before making big decisions.  

Date & time: Thursday 23 April 2026, 12pm to 1pm.  
Location: Online via Zoom. 

Book here 

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One to One Property Support from Sector Experts 
If your organisation has been juggling property questions, rising costs or legal headaches, this is one to get in the diary. A full day of free specialist clinics is opening up access to expert advice in a really practical way, with bookable one to one sessions covering everything from property and energy to finance, tax and insurance. It is a rare chance to sit down with people who genuinely understand the sector and get tailored guidance that can make a real difference.  

Date & time: 28 April 2026, 9.30am to 4.30pm.  
Location: Online. 

Book here 

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New Free Financial Literacy Programme 
Xero are introducing a new recourse that can help you gain greater control and understanding of your organisations finances: Unlock Your Numbers. It’s a free financial literacy programme designed for UK-based small business owners and charities. The programme is all about equipping you with the essential financial knowledge to thrive.  

Key components of Unlock Your Numbers includes: 

• Free Educational Platform: Access digestible and actionable educational resources in a variety of formats. There are short engaging videos and straightforward guides – all designed to fit seamlessly into your busy week with bite-sized lessons you can absorb in just five minutes. Find out more here. 

• Xero for Good Ambassador Programme: Connect with experienced Xero accountants and bookkeepers who are volunteering their time to provide valuable mentoring support – completely free of charge. You can learn more and get started here. 

Visit here to learn more! 

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First Aid Course 
Whether you missed the last course or want to refresh your essential life‑saving skills, this friendly and practical session is ideal for all ages and abilities. Learn how to stay calm and confident in an emergency – because first aid knowledge truly makes a difference. 

What you’ll learn: 

• How to treat burns 

• How to use a defibrillator (AED) 

• Simple, memorable steps for real-life scenarios 

Time and Date: Friday 18^th of September 2026,10am – 11:30am 

Location: Carnforth Civic Hall, North Rd, Carnforth, LA5 9LJ 

Book here 

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Health and Safety Training Opportunity in Morecambe
People looking to strengthen their workplace skills are being invited to take part in a Health and Safety Awareness course delivered by PHX Training in Morecambe. The course helps participants build confidence around safe working practices while learning how to spot hazards and reduce risks in everyday work environments. Along the way learners can gain a recognised qualification that supports future employment and training opportunities while helping create safer workplaces for everyone.

Eligibility: Aged 19 or over with an annual income below £25,000
Location: PHX Training, Morecambe
Contact: 01524 748095 | [email protected]
Find out more and book a place

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Free Fundraising Training and Networking from Get Grants
Fundraisers and community organisations looking to strengthen their funding skills can tap into a range of free virtual training and networking events delivered by Get Grants. The programme brings together fundraisers from across the UK for friendly peer support, practical workshops and opportunities to hear directly from funders and sector experts. Sessions cover topics such as bid writing, community fundraising, digital fundraising and fundraising strategy, alongside regular Virtual Fundraisers Networking meet ups designed to connect people working across the sector.

Upcoming events run throughout spring and summer 2026 including networking sessions on 30 April and 28 May.

Location: Online virtual events
Find out more here

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DWP Disability Services Awareness Sessions
The Disability Services Advocacy Team is offering a series of online awareness sessions this May to help organisations and support workers better understand key benefits and support schemes. The programme includes sessions on Personal Independence Payment, Access to Work, Disability Living Allowance for children, Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit and guidance for SEND schools and support organisations. These sessions are designed to build confidence around the system and help professionals better support people navigating disability related benefits.

Dates: Various sessions between 6 May and 28 May 2026 (Click on the dates below)
Location: Online sessions via Eventbrite
Password for booking: DWP2026

Personal Independence Payment
13/05/2026 10:00-13:00
14/05/2026 10:00-13:00
27/05/2026 10-13:00

Industrial injuries disablement benefit 
21/05/2026 10:00-11:00

Access to work awareness session 
6/5/26 10:30-12
13/5/26 13:00-15:00
19/5/26 13:30-15:00

Disability living allowance child 
7/5/26 13:30-15:00

DWP Disability services support for send schools, colleges and support organisations 
12/05/2026 10:00-12:00

Access to work post award
27/05/2026 13:30-15:00

Disability services appointees and other payee upskilling 
06/05/2026 13:30-15:00
28/05/2026 13:30-15:00

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Free AI Training for Charities
Charities looking to build confidence with artificial intelligence can now access a new set of free online training courses developed in partnership with Microsoft. The programme offers eleven short certificated courses designed to help people understand how AI works, use it safely and develop practical digital skills for the workplace. Delivered through bite sized lessons, videos and interactive tasks, the training is open to anyone in the charity sector and can be completed at your own pace.

Location: Online
Cost: Free training courses available now

Find out more
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Free Digital Strategy Training for Charities
Charities looking to sharpen their digital thinking can now take part in a new free online training programme from Charity Digital. The Charity Digital Strategy Accelerator guides organisations step by step through creating a practical digital strategy that aligns with their mission and resources. Delivered through short self paced modules, the course helps teams explore how technology can strengthen fundraising, services and collaboration while building confidence to plan and deliver digital projects that make a real difference.

Location: Online free training course available now

Learn more and sign up

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Supporting Vulnerable Clients Training Now Booking
Immigration Advice Service is offering a four hour online course designed to strengthen skills when working with vulnerable clients, particularly those experiencing trauma or mental health challenges. The session focuses on practical tools for building rapport, responding to disclosures with empathy and managing difficult conversations with confidence, making it especially relevant for advice sector professionals and those supporting people through complex systems. Delivered live via Microsoft Teams, the course blends guidance with interactive skills practice to help participants feel better equipped in real world scenarios.

Date and time: 30 April 2026, 9.30am to 12pm
Location: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: £100 per person

Book your place here

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Spring Skills and Pathways Programme
A fresh round of employability and sector focused pathways is launching from February through to May, offering practical routes into work for a range of age groups and career interests.

From an Over 50s pathway building confidence in customer service and interview skills, to a Step into Hospitality course preparing people for seasonal vacancies, the programme moves into specialist routes including a Teaching Assistant pathway with childcare, safeguarding and mental health qualifications and a CSCS pathway supporting learners to gain the Level 1 Climate Change and Health and Safety certificate and prepare for their CSCS card.

There is also a further general Employability pathway alongside a guaranteed interview opportunity with Northridge Care and Education for those completing the childcare focused route.

Dates: 17 February to 28 May
Location: Details provided on booking
Opportunity includes guaranteed interviews on selected pathways

Find out more about this training

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New Training Programme to Boost Benefits Knowledge Across the Community
North Lancashire Citizens Advice has released its January to May 2026 training programme, offering a range of practical sessions designed to help frontline workers strengthen their support for residents navigating the benefits system. The schedule includes: 

* Benefits for Families 

…repeat sessions through spring.  

Each course focuses on building confidence, improving outcomes for claimants, and equipping community professionals with clear guidance they can apply straight away. 

Find out more and reserve your place here 

Dates: January to May 2026 | location: online training via TryBooking links 

Health & Wellbeing Support in the Lancaster District
Discover the Lancaster District Directory, your go-to resource for finding essential services offered by local community groups, the NHS, and local authorities. From health and fitness to mental wellbeing, financial advice, and job skills, this comprehensive directory has it all. Easily browse through detailed listings, contact information, and referral instructions to access the support you need.

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Proposed Bed Reduction at Royal Lancaster Infirmary Questionnaire 
NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board, in partnership with University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMBT), are seeking the views of people who live in the north Lancashire, Westmorland and Furness areas in relation to hospital and community care. 

 The insights they receive from this questionnaire will help to inform the development of a business case regarding a proposal to reduce the number of inpatient beds at Royal Lancaster Infirmary based on the principle of people receiving the right care in the right place. 

Read the information in full and take part in the questionnaire 

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Help Shape Fairer Design: Designability’s Unfair Index Survey 
Designability (a UK charity) is inviting 10,000 Disabled people across the UK to share the everyday barriers they face — so we can all design a fairer future. 

The survey covers: 

•  Home life (including managing money) 

• Work, learning, and technology 

• Getting out and about (public spaces and transport) 

• Health and wellbeing 

• Social and community life 

• Online experiences 

The results will be used to create the UK’s first Unfair Index — highlighting the barriers that are most urgent, harmful, and possible to fix through better design. 

Read all about The Unfair Index and take part in their survey 

Closing Date: 9am on 27th of April 2026 

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Men’s Health Survey 
Healthwatch Lancashire’s men’s health survey is live and encourages men across Lancashire to uncover what truly matters to men and their wellbeing. 

They want to know: 

• How would you describe men’s health services in your area?  

• How comfortable do you feel talking to healthcare professionals about your health needs? 

• What matters to you most about your health and wellbeing? 

Take part in the survey 

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Coffee and Connect One Stop Shop 
Drop into this warm and friendly environment to get practical advice on: 

• Housing  

• Finance 

• Employment 

• Parenting/Triple P Advice 

• Emotional Health and Wellbeing 

• Relationships 

Enjoy free hot drinks and a biscuit and toys are available to keep the little ones entertained 

Time and Date: Every 2nd Wednesday of the month, 9.30am-11.30am 
Location: Firbank Family Centre, Firbank Road, Lancaster, LA1 3HL 

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Building Confidence in Supporting People Living with MS 
There’s a real opportunity here for teams to deepen their understanding in a way that feels grounded and practical. MS-UK are opening up a free awareness session that brings together professional insight with lived experience, helping those across health, care and the voluntary sector feel more confident in supporting people navigating MS day to day. It’s the kind of session that doesn’t just inform, it shifts perspective and strengthens how support shows up in real life. 

Date & time: Friday 17 April 10.00am: location: online 

Click here for more info 

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Exploring What It Takes to Build a Life After Challenge 
There’s a thoughtful space opening up at the Gregson for a conversation that many will recognise but don’t often get to unpack. Drawing on years of research and lived stories, Dave Barton will share insights from people who have rebuilt meaningful lives after difficult experiences, offering a starting point for reflection and open discussion in a relaxed setting. 

Date & time: Tuesday 14 April 7.00pm to 9.00pm 
Location: Gregson Community & Arts Centre Lancaster 

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Shaping Better Support for Small Community Teams 
There’s a valuable opportunity here for those working in smaller community organisations to share what really helps when the role gets tough. This research-led workshop is creating space to explore how staff access emotional support and what could be strengthened to better protect both workers and those they support. It’s a chance to contribute lived insight that can shape practical guidance across the sector. If you are interested in taking part, please reply to this email or contact Kathryn Berzins at [email protected] for further information. You’ll then receive a participant information sheet and a short consent form to complete to confirm your place. 

Date & time: Wednesday 22 April 2.00pm to 3.30pm 
Location: online via Microsoft Teams 

View the event leaflet here 

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Wild Roots Nature Fest 2026
From 6th to 14th June, coinciding with the Great Big Green Week, the second annual Wild Roots Nature Fest will be held in Lancaster, run by Wildlife Wellbeing Walks.

All sessions will be FREE or for a donation.

Bookable sessions and drop-in events will include:

• Forest school for kids
• Face painting
• Singing for wellbeing
• Foraging
• Tree stories
• Sound bath
• Women’s circle
• Journaling for 16–25 year-olds
• Button making
• Guided nature walks

 …and much more!

Ask about their newsletter ([email protected]) and follow on social media to find out more about this year’s full programme. You can also visit here for more information.

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Shaping a Stigma Free Conversation
Work is underway on a new campaign focused on reducing stigma around mental health and making it easier for people to seek support, and local insight is being actively invited to shape its direction. Organisations and residents are encouraged to share what they are seeing on the ground and what messages might genuinely open doors, helping ensure the campaign reflects real experiences rather than assumptions.

Mental Health Stigma – Fill out the feedback form

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Healthy Outdoors Guide Launch Webinar
A new national guide is stepping forward to bring greater clarity to how outdoor programmes evidence their impact on health and wellbeing, responding to a long standing gap around consistent evaluation. Led by Natural England and partners, the Healthy Outdoors resource aims to support practitioners, funders and public sector partners to better understand outcomes and strengthen the case for nature based approaches. An upcoming webinar will introduce the guide and explore how it can shape more equitable and effective delivery across communities.

Date & time: Wednesday 15 April, 10:00–11:00: location: online
Register here

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Help Shape a Mental Health Campaign That Feels Real 
There’s an open invite to help shape a new campaign tackling stigma around mental health and accessing support, and it’s rooted in listening first. The team behind it are looking to hear directly from people about where stigma still shows up and what messages would actually land, so the work reflects real experiences rather than assumptions. It only takes a couple of minutes to share your thoughts, but it could make a lasting difference to how support is understood and accessed across our communities. Complete the form here 

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Wellbeing Adventure Walks Bring People Together Outdoors
A warm invitation is being extended by Bee Adventures to anyone experiencing mental health challenges, recovery or isolation to step outside and join their monthly wellbeing adventure walks. These friendly outdoor days offer space to reconnect with nature, build confidence and enjoy the simple power of walking together in good company. Anyone interested in finding out more or joining a future walk can get in touch with the team directly.

Time: Monthly walks, 9am to 4pm
Contact: [email protected]

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Housing Support for People Facing Homelessness
Lancaster City Council is encouraging anyone who is homeless or worried about losing their home to get in touch with its Housing Options Team as early as possible. The service offers advice, triage and housing assessments to help people stay in their current accommodation where possible or find a suitable alternative, with emergency accommodation available in some circumstances. The page is also a useful reminder for local organisations that referrals can be made on someone’s behalf, including through the Duty to Refer process, helping people access support at the earliest possible stage.

Visit the council website for more

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Food Safety Checks Continue Across the District
Food safety officers from Lancaster City Council have been out and about again, carrying out inspections across food businesses throughout January. Around seventy premises were visited including cafes, restaurants, takeaways and food producers, along with schools, nurseries, care homes and supermarkets. Encouragingly, all thirty of those settings achieved the top food hygiene rating. With around nine hundred inspections taking place each year, the team continues to play an important role in keeping local food safe and supporting businesses to maintain high standards.

Visit the council website for more on food inspections.

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NAS Lancaster and Morecambe Branch Relaunch Plans Underway
The National Autistic Society Lancaster and Morecambe Branch is working hard behind the scenes to relaunch the branch and is inviting the local community to help shape its next chapter. Chair Lauren is asking supporters, families and partners to complete a short survey to share their views and priorities, ensuring the refreshed branch truly reflects local needs and aspirations. It is a simple but important opportunity to influence how autism support develops across the district.

Complete the Survey here

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Disability Voices Phase 2 Report Now Live
Healthwatch Lancashire has published Disability Voices Phase 2, digging deeper into the issue disabled people across Lancashire said matters most: transport and accessibility when trying to reach and use health and social care. The new report shares real experiences of booking and affording travel, getting to appointments on time, and navigating buildings once people arrive, with a clear focus on what is working well and what still creates barriers. The report is now live on Healthwatch Lancashire’s website, and they are encouraging partners and residents to have a read and keep the conversation moving by sharing local insight and feedback.

Location: Lancashire
Contact: [email protected], 0300 373 2820, 01524 239100

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Grandparents’ Afternoon Tea Returns with Matilda’s Mission
Matilda’s Mission is once again hosting its much loved Grandparents’ Afternoon Tea, offering a warm and welcoming space for bereaved grandparents to come together over good conversation and, of course, a proper brew. Taking place at The Red Door Café in Halton, the fully funded event invites grandparents who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal, infant or child loss to connect with others who understand. With a traditional afternoon tea and unlimited loose leaf tea on offer, this gentle gathering promises comfort, community and time to reflect. Booking is essential as spaces are limited.

Date and time: Sunday 19 April 2026, 2pm to 4pm
Location: The Red Door Café, Halton, Lancaster LA2 6LS

See their Facebook post for more

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Roadshow 2026: Connecting to Tackle Loneliness
Throughout 2026, Befriending Networks will be bringing people together through a series of free, in-person Roadshow events for third-sector professionals committed to reducing loneliness and social isolation. These welcoming days are about sharing what works, learning from real experience and making space for honest conversation around volunteering, referrals and looking after the wellbeing of staff and volunteers. They’re designed to feel supportive, practical and energising, with plenty of time to connect with others doing similar work.

Date & locations: Wednesday 20 May, Friends Meeting House, Manchester

Learn more about these events

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Brew and You  
Feeling overwhelmed, isolated or just in need of a chat with people who get it? Why not join this weekly virtual peer support group?   

Whether you’re navigating your own mental health, supporting a child, partner or loved one, this group is for all and you can connect with others who truly understand.  

 Time and Date: Every Wednesday, 10.30am-11.30am  

Please call 01524 581280 for more information  

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Keep Connected with Your Integrated Care Community (ICC)
Integrated Care Communities (ICCs) are integrated teams of health and care workers, third sector organisations, statutory organisations and wider community assets. We work together with the aim to improve physical & mental health outcomes, promote wellbeing and reduce health inequalities. 

In the Lancaster District we have 3 ICCs, Lancaster, Bay and Carnforth. Each hosts a monthly online networking meeting which is a great opportunity to meet new partners, find out what is happening locally and share updates of your own.  Each ICC also has a Facebook page and a monthly newsletter that goes out far and wide. 

If you aren’t available to go along to a meeting but have something to share – don’t worry! Jenny, our Community Health Officer, attends each ICC and is very happy to update the meeting on your behalf – sharing items of news or events that are coming up.  

Contacts for each of the ICCs are below. 

Lancaster ICC –Lorraine Ducket (ICC admin) – [email protected]  

Bay ICC –  Amy Dawson (ICC admin) –   [email protected]

Carnforth ICC – Sue Frame (ICC admin) – [email protected]

Contact Jenny Reddell, Community Health Officer for LDCVS, at [email protected]

Your Voice Your Future – Youth Consultation 
An opportunity is coming for young people aged between 16-24 from Morecambe and not in education, work or training to share their views on how to shape things locally. Our aim is to find out more about the barriers that they are experiencing. There’s something refreshingly honest about creating space for young people to simply be heard, and this upcoming workshop does exactly that. Your Voice. Your Future. invites young people to step into a relaxed, supportive setting where their experiences shape the conversation, their ideas are taken seriously and their voice genuinely matters. It’s less about ticking boxes and more about opening up a dialogue that can influence what comes next, with support in place to make sure everyone can take part comfortably. Attendees will receive a £25 Love2shop voucher to thank them for their engagement. 

Date & time: Thursday 16th April from 1.30-3.30  
Location: Morecambe Library 

See the info sheet here 

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New Scheme to Find Missing People More Quickly 
A new scheme designed to speed up the search for missing loved ones is being launched by Lancashire Police. 

Do you care for a young person or adult with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Learning Disabilities, ADHD and are worried that they may go missing?  

Lancashire Police have created KM2HM, it is a simple risk reduction tool to be used in the event of a young person or adult with care and support needs going missing. It consists of a form that contains vital information about a person at risk that can be passed to the police at the point the person is reported missing. 

You can read more information about this and fill in the KM2HM form here 

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 Achieve Change and Engagement – ACE Community Evening – Join Us 22nd April 
Join ACE for a relaxed community evening bringing together young people, families, supporters and friends to celebrate the impact of our work and share plans for the future. Enjoy live music from young people, a short film showing the impact of ACE, a light buffet and a friendly, informal atmosphere.  

All are welcome – whether you know ACE well or are new. Come along to connect, hear real stories and be part of what’s next. 

Date & time: Wednesday 22 April | 5:00–8:00pm  
Location: The Gregson Centre | Free (booking requested) 

Book here 

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Exam Season Support
As we approach the Easter break and the height of the exam season, many young people may be feeling the pressure and need some support.

It is important to remind the young people in our community that there are ways to manage feelings of stress or worry during exam season and that exams don’t define who they are, or measure everything.

Access Kooth’s full toolkit here

You can also use this form to book an exam stress or transition-themed talk to introduce your young people to Kooth’s safe, anonymous community.

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Easter Tennis and Multi Sport Camps
Keep your kids active this Easter break with an energetic mix of:

• Tennis
• Football
• Athletics
• Team games and challenges
• Dancing
• Arts and Crafts
• Playstation

For ages 5-14 years

Times and Prices: £9, 9am-12pm or £15, 9am-3pm

Dates and Locations:
Lancaster Tennis Club, 17 Lune Rd, Lancaster LA1 5QU
7^th, 9^th of April

Garstang Road, Preston PR3 1
7^th, 8^th, 10^th of April

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Police Cadets Recruitment Q&A
Do you know a young person aged 13 to 18 who’d like to take part in fun activities that make a difference? If so, please book a place on this police cadet webinar! This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about the police cadets before recruitment opens.

Join them to hear from cadet coordinators who will be able to speak to you and answer any questions about the police cadet recruitment process.

They will discuss the role of a volunteer police cadet and their experience in making a difference within their communities and life at Lancashire Constabulary.

This is an informal session to learn more about the role, you do not need to attend to apply and the session will be recorded.

Time and Date: Tuesday 7^th  April at 6pm

Visit here to sign up for free

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Wise Up CIC Spring Update
Wise Up CIC steps into spring with a strong sense of momentum, bringing young people together through creative activity, shared experiences and a growing community of support. From youth theatre performances and confidence building trips to new adult acting sessions at The Gregson Centre, the programme continues to open up space for expression and connection. Alongside this, fundraising efforts and volunteer support are helping sustain activity, with upcoming highlights including a tandem skydive in May and summer performances already on the horizon. It is a season shaped by creativity, care and a clear commitment to young people finding their voice.

Date & time: Spring 2026
Location: Lancaster and surrounding areas
Read their full update here

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Targeted Support for Year 11 Leavers at Risk
A series of Youth Futures support sessions will take place across Lancashire this August, offering focused support to young people leaving Year 11 who are disengaged from education or at risk of becoming NEET. With limited capacity and a clear emphasis on reaching those not currently supported elsewhere, the sessions are being carefully targeted to ensure the right young people can access timely, personalised support at a critical transition point.

Date & time: August 2026:
Location: Lancashire

See further details here

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Exam Season Support Available Over Easter
As exam season approaches, Kooth is sharing a range of digital resources to help young people manage stress and navigate the pressure that often builds at this time of year. Alongside tools for young people and guidance for families, the service will remain available throughout the Easter break, offering free and anonymous wellbeing support without referral, with local partners encouraged to help raise awareness and connect those who may need it.

Date & time: Easter period and exam season 2026
Location: online support across the UK
Access toolkit here

Book a themed talk here

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Easter Creativity for Children with Funded Places Available 
Indigo Arts and Crafts is back this Easter with its much loved holiday club for children, now running from Caton Primary School Sports Hall and spilling out into the surrounding outdoor space. For over a decade, Indigo has built a reputation for doing things a little differently, blending art, nature and hands on making so children can properly switch on their imagination without pressure or expectation. This year’s programme continues that mix of painting, building, exploring and getting outdoors, with a strong focus on making, confidence and connection. Importantly, funded HAF places are available for children who need them, helping make sure the experience is open to more families across the district.  

Dates: Week 1 from 30 March to 2 April and Week 2 from 7 April to 10 April 2026.  
Location: Caton Primary School Sports 

See their event post here 
Book your child a place here 

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A Summer Boost for Young Leaders in Lancashire 
There is an exciting opportunity landing locally this summer as the National Association of Boys and Girls Clubs brings a Young Leaders residential to Lancashire for the first time. Designed to build confidence, skills and real leadership experience, this fully supported programme blends hands on adventure with meaningful training, giving young people the chance to grow, connect and step into their potential. With just a small number of places available, it is a brilliant opportunity for clubs to put forward young people ready to take that next step.  

Date & time: 24 to 28 July 2026.  
Location: Guys Farm Activity Centre, Lancaster. 

View the training residential flyer here 
Download the YL residential Club Leader Info sheet

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Easter Creativity Leading to a Garden Party Finale 
Escape2Make is bringing a fresh burst of creativity this Easter with a new programme of hands on workshops for young people, all building towards a joyful Garden Party celebration. From forming a band and creating original music, to crafting bold outdoor artwork through urban embroidery, to getting stuck into shaping and planting a shared outdoor space, it is a week that invites people to try something new and be part of something bigger. Everything wraps up with an open invite to the community to come together and see it all come to life.  

Date & time: Garden Party on Saturday 11 April 2026, 12pm to 3pm.  
Location: Escape2Make Centre, Lancaster. 
Sign up today! 

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Young People Invited to Step Into Trustee Roles at RISE  & Info Drop in Event
A new opportunity is opening up for young people to shape the future of their community as RISE Young Lancaster District, a new charity that champions young people and the organisations that support them across the Lancaster District. RISE invites new Young People Trustees aged 16-25 to apply. The charity is encouraging young voices from across the district to step forward and bring their ideas, experiences and passion to the table, helping guide decisions that affect young people locally while gaining confidence, leadership skills and valuable connections along the way.

To let us know you can attend and request a Trustee Information Pack, email

[email protected] or call 01524 555900.

Meet the RISE Trustees at our drop in session and learn about the role.

Application deadline: 10 April 2026

Visit the RISE Website to find out more.

Watch the recruitment video here

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New National Youth Strategy
A new National Youth Strategy is here – and Lancashire County Council need your help to shape what Lancashire’s Youth Strategy should look like.

If you work with young people, they’d love to connect so they can reach communities across every part of Lancashire.

They are undertaking an exercise with your support to scope the youth provision which is currently operating across the County.  By gathering and reviewing this information, they will be able to share the picture of what is available for young people in Lancashire as part of a wide youth offer, publicise this to young people and consider together how they can ensure that they have a sufficient offer for young people, highlighting any gaps in provision / or different areas.

Please fill in this form

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Children’s Fun Day Encourages New Hobbies
A lively afternoon of discovery is heading to Salt Ayre Leisure Centre where children will be invited to try out new hobbies and activities in a relaxed and welcoming setting. The event is all about sparking curiosity and giving young people the chance to explore interests they may not have tried before, with plenty of opportunities to get involved, meet others and simply have fun along the way.

Date & time: Monday 8 April, 1pm to 3:30pm
Location: Salt Ayre Leisure Centre, Lancaster

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Youth Scooter Coaching Programme – Partner Opportunity
Future Scooters CIC deliver structured scooter coaching programmes for young people at local skateparks, designed to build confidence, skills and positive community engagement and looking to partner with youth organisations, charities and councils interested in delivering a 12-week funded scooter programme in their area in 2026. Programmes are fully coached, inclusive, and can be delivered alongside existing youth provision. Organisations interested in exploring this opportunity can get in touch directly at [email protected] and find more information on the programme at www.futurescooters.org

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Easter Holiday Junior Holiday Camp
There are lots of fun Junior Holiday Camps taking place at Lancaster Tennis Club (Lune Road, LA1 5QU) during the Easter holidays for children aged 4–14. It is a great opportunity for youngsters to get active, enjoy time on court and develop their ball skills in a friendly environment.

Price £15 for a full day £9 for half days.
The camp runs from 9am to 3pm.

Sessions take place on Tuesday and Thursday during the holidays. The second week runs on 7 and 9 April 2026.

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Update on Autism and ADHD Assessment Referrals
There has been a small but important update for partners supporting children and families around Autism and ADHD assessments. Following discussions with the Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board, referrals for Autism and ADHD assessments will continue to be accepted until the end of March while longer term arrangements are worked through. For now it is very much business as usual, with services continuing to screen and triage new referrals. While this offers some short term stability, partners are clear that long waiting times remain a real concern for many families and conversations are continuing as plans for the future are developed.

PMHW offer info
PMHW Consultation flyer
Stay Well at Stanleys Referral form
Stay Well Project Overview

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CFW Curriculum Review
Lancashire County Council are currently reviewing their curriculum offer for the Children & Families Wellbeing Service. This includes their 0-11 groups, parenting programmes and employability groups.  

They’re asking for help from schools and partner organisations, by completing the survey available here. 

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What’s On at Lancaster & Morecambe Family Hubs – Spring 2026

Lancaster and Morecambe Family Hubs are offering a range of free and bookable sessions for babies, children, young people and parents during January and February 2026, delivered across local hubs, community venues and online.

Sessions include baby and toddler groups, infant massage, school-age activities, SEND-friendly sessions, wellbeing and mental health support, parenting programmes and personal development courses.

To book or find out more:

Email: [email protected]
Call: 01524 581280
Click here to book online via the Family Hubs events page

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CYPMAF Meeting Dates for 2026
Please note the following CYPMAF meeting dates for 2026 for your diaries. All meetings will run from 9.30–11.30, with venues to be confirmed. 

• Thursday 14 May 

• Wednesday 24 June 

• Thursday 17 September 

• Wednesday 9 December 

Further details, including venues, will be shared in due course. For further info, contact [email protected]  

Summerhouse Community Farm Exhibition  
There’s a thoughtful conversation taking shape here about who owns and shapes the things communities rely on. This upcoming exhibition explores community ownership and REcommoning through the story of Summerhouse Community Farm, opening up space for people across North Lancashire to reflect on shared assets, local food and collective futures. Visitors can also pick up the Little Book of Food, packed with ideas, insight and practical ways to get involved in more sustainable food approaches. 

Date & time: 20 April to 1 May 2026  
Location: The Printroom The Storey Institute Lancaster 

Find out more 

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Sharing a Local Model for Fairer Food Systems 
There’s a really practical idea taking root in Morecambe as Stanleys Community Centre opens its doors to share how a local food circle is coming to life. Built from a simple but powerful vision of connecting growing, cooking and community, this session offers a chance to see the approach in action, hear what’s been learned so far and be part of a wider conversation about creating a healthier and more resilient local food system. 

Date & time: Tuesday 21 April 12.00pm to 3.00pm 
Location: Stanleys Community Centre Morecambe 

Learn more here 

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Spring Food Event Brings Community Together at Halton Mill 
There’s a real sense of community in this one as FoodFutures and Halton Mill come together for a day centred on local food, shared learning and good company. From hands-on workshops to a seasonal café and a pay-as-you-feel meal, it’s a chance to connect with others, explore sustainable food practices and get involved in something that feels both welcoming and purposeful, all while supporting St John’s Hospice. 

Date & time: 25 April 2026 10.00am to 5.00pm 
Location: Halton Mill Lancaster 

Find out more 

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Healthy Outdoors Guide Published
A new guide from Natural England is helping bring a more joined up approach to understanding how outdoor activity supports health and wellbeing, building on national momentum around access to nature. Developed with cross government and sector partners, the Healthy Outdoors resource offers a practical way for organisations to measure impact more consistently and strengthen the evidence behind nature based work. Feedback is now being invited from those putting the guide into practice, helping shape how it evolves.

Date & time: published 13 March 2026

Learn more here

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An Invitation to Community Meal Organisers! 
Does your organisation provide community meals? If so, FoodFutures would like to invite you to a community meal, scheduled to take place on the evening of Thursday, 30 April at the Friends Meeting House in Lancaster.  

The aims are to connect up work across the District and see if there are ways we could support each other and link with farms to supply local produce. We hope it’s also a chance to take a moment and enjoy a meal with fellow meal organisers! 

 If you can join us, please book your place here. 

 If you are interested in connecting up locally, but can’t make this date, please do let us know. 

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Spring Into Action Programme of Events 
Something is blooming across the district this spring as FoodFutures brings together a programme of events inviting people and organisations to get stuck into how food works locally, from growing and sharing to access and affordability. It is a brilliant mix of activity, conversation and community energy, with plenty to get involved in and even more reason to spread the word across your networks.  

Date: 20 April to 2 May 2026.  
Location: Lancaster District. 

Spring on to this link for more 
Download the comms pack 

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Crowdfunder Launched for Lancaster Community Farm
A new community crowdfunding campaign has been launched to help bring Summerhouse Community Farm to life in Lancaster. Led by LESS CIC, the project aims to create a welcoming space where local people can learn about climate friendly food growing, soil care and biodiversity while building confidence to respond to climate change together. The farm sits within walking distance of the city centre and forms part of a wider vision through the FoodFutures North Lancashire partnership to see more land in community ownership and used to grow healthy food and skills for local residents.

View the crowdfund poster here
Visit the Food Futures website for more

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Major Improvement Works Underway at Williamson Park
A new programme of works is now underway at Williamson Park as Lancaster City Council begins upgrading infrastructure to protect one of the district’s most treasured heritage spaces. Supported by the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme, the project will introduce cleaner heating through air source heat pumps while improving accessibility at the Ashton Memorial and enhancing visitor facilities. The work forms part of the council’s wider ambition to reduce carbon emissions and ensure the park remains a welcoming place for residents and visitors long into the future.

Timeline: Works continuing until June 2026

Receive updates here

FREE Easter Holiday Activities! 
Hop on over to Lancaster Castle and join some case‑cracking Easter fun! Explore the museum on an exciting Easter egg trail and take part in our egg‑cellent quiz. 

They’ll be open on Thursdays and Fridays throughout the Easter school holidays, plus: 

Good Friday – 3rd of April 
Saturday – 11th of April 

Location: Lancaster Castle, Castle Hill, Lancaster LA1 1YN 

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Try-It-Out Fun Day! 
Join in this fun and free event packed with high energy activities, sports, creativity and new experiences. Try something new and enjoy free food while you explore everything on offer! 

For ages 5-11 years 
Time and Date: 5th of August, 1pm-3pm 

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Campus in the City Festival 
Lancaster University brings its popular Campus in the City festival back to Morecambe this Easter holiday, offering a full day of free, hands‑on activities for families.  

Families can explore 16 different activities, all designed and delivered by Lancaster University researchers, and live music from Bay Beat. Meet the people behind the work and dive into hands‑on activities, games, experiments, virtual‑reality adventures, crafts and much more. Children and adults can try everything from meeting a humanoid robot to taking part in health‑themed activities at the Teddy Bear Hospital, collecting stickers, experiencing the Northern Lights through virtual reality or exploring Wordsworth’s Lake District in Minecraft. 

All activities are free and suitable for a wide range of ages, with a few best suited to children aged seven and over. No need to book, just drop in at any time and stay as long as you like. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. 

Time and Date: Friday 10th of April, from 10.30am – 4pm  

Location: More Music, 13-17 Devonshire Road, Morecambe LA3 1QT 

View all events! 

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The RE STORE Art and Craft Shop 
The Restore at West End Impact is your go-to spot for handmade, one-of-a-kind art, gifts, and accessories created by talented local makers. Every item tells a story, and every purchase directly supports local creativity and the work of their charity. 

The RE STORE is flourishing, offering a welcoming space for the community to explore unique art, furniture, and craftwork. You can visit their Facebook page here to find out more about them and also visit their website. 

Opening times: Monday-Friday, 10am-1pm  

Opening times may vary, so drop an email to [email protected] before you plan to visit to avoid disappointment. 

Location: The RE STORE, 33 and 42 Yorkshire Street, Morecambe, LA3 1QF 

New sculpting Classes at The Restore 

Join the talented artist Karen Pinkney and learn the art of sculpting your very own creation. 

Whether you’re a beginner or just looking for a fun creative experience, you’ll leave with your own beautiful sculpture! 

Times and Dates:   

• Session 1: Friday 1st May, 1:00pm – 4:00pm 

• Session 2: Friday 8th May, 1:00pm – 4:00pm 

Cost: £35 for both sessions (includes all materials, paint, and refreshments). Payment can be made by visiting the Restore and paying by cash or card. Or, bank transfer to West End Impact. 

Only 10 places available, so secure your spot soon! 

To book, please email: [email protected] 

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A Powerful New Theatre Show Opens Conversations Around Grief 
There’s a deeply human story at the heart of Broken Chords, a new gig-theatre production created by a South Cumbrian couple who have turned personal loss into something that invites connection, reflection and hope. Blending music and storytelling, the show gently opens up space for conversations many people find hard to have, offering audiences an experience that feels both moving and unexpectedly uplifting. 

Date & time: 25 April to 5 June 2026 
Location: Venues across Cumbria and Lancashire 

See their flyer cover here 
Further info here 

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Register Your Bike for Free
Your local Neighbourhood Policing team are giving you the opportunity to get your bike registered with the National Bike Registry. 

Bring your pedal bike down ahead of summer – to Dalton Square and get it registered for free, it helps police return stolen bikes and deters thieves.

Time and Date: Wednesday 8^th  April between 12pm – 2pm (weather dependant)
Location: Dalton Square, Lancaster

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Free Tennis and Pickleball Open Day
A fun day for all the family!

• All ages and abilities welcome
• Meet the coaches and members
• Equipment provided. Just turn up!

For more information please call Michael on 07523866116 or email [email protected]

Visit here for more local new and events from Lancaster Tennis Club

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City Centre Events Seek Community Backing
Event organisers across Lancaster city centre are inviting residents to show support for local events through small pledges, helping to evidence community demand and strengthen applications to the Lancashire Culture and Sport Fund.

Support is currently being sought for Lancaster Pride in June, Lancaster Art Fair in August and Lancaster Music Festival in October, all of which rely on a mix of funding and public backing to remain accessible.

Find out more

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Easter Trail Brings Families into the City
An Easter Trail will run across Lancaster city centre from 28 March to 12 April, encouraging families to explore local streets and spaces while searching for hidden animals. A mobile petting zoo will also visit St Nic’s Arcades on 2 April to help draw additional footfall, with Hospitality Guides available to support longer visits and increased spend across city centre businesses. The initiative is supported by St Nic’s Arcades.

Date & time: 28 March – 12 April, petting zoo 2 April:
Location: Lancaster city centre and St Nic’s Arcades

Find out more

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A Night to Shine at Chloe’s Joy Disco 
There is something really special on the horizon in Morecambe, with an inclusive Stay Out Party bringing people together for an evening of music, laughter and pure joy. Designed as a welcoming space for adults with additional needs, this is all about letting go, singing your heart out and feeling part of something fun and uplifting, with karaoke, games and a brilliant atmosphere throughout. Fancy dress is welcome but not a must, just come as you are and enjoy the night.  

Date & time: Monday 6 April, 7pm to 10pm.  
Location: Kings Arms, Morecambe. 

See the event flyer here 

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Monday Morning Melodies
Singing together is a great way to boost your wellbeing, help you to quit smoking and improve your lung health. Join More Music’s friendly and inclusive singing group for people who want to quit smoking (non-smokers who want to sing are welcome too!), led by Bryony Jarman-Pinto. No experience necessary!

Morecambe Library
Mondays 10am-11am from 2 March
FREE

View the event poster here
Sign up here

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Salt Ayre Fun Day Invites Local Partners to Get Involved
A free children’s fun day is coming to Salt Ayre Leisure Centre this April, with the purpose of encouraging primary aged children to try new activities and find new hobbies. Organised by Dawn Brady, Team Manager for the Children and Family Wellbeing Service in Lancaster, the afternoon is all about showcasing the fantastic sports, hobbies and local opportunities already happening across the district. Partners and community organisations are warmly invited to take part by offering an activity, demonstration or information stand, helping children build confidence, make friendships and discover new interests in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

Date and time: Monday 8 April 2026, 1pm to 3.30pm
Location: Salt Ayre Leisure Centre, Lancaster

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Evening Event at Holy Trinity Church, Bolton-le-Sands
Holy Trinity Church in Bolton-le-Sands is hosting a special evening event this April, bringing the community together for what promises to be an enjoyable and welcoming occasion. Tickets are £15 and include refreshments, with the option to purchase either online or at the door, making it easy for local residents and supporters to attend.

Date and time: Friday 24 April 2026 at 7.30pm
Location: Holy Trinity Church, Bolton-le-Sands
Tickets: £15 including refreshments
Book online

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Carnforth and district Choral Society – The Crucifixion 
Carnforth and District Choral Society will perform The Crucifixion this Good Friday at Holy Trinity Church in Bolton-le-Sands. This powerful and reflective choral work offers a moving musical experience, bringing together local voices for an afternoon of thoughtful performance in a beautiful community setting. It promises to be a meaningful way to mark Good Friday and support local choral music. 
Date & time: Good Friday, April 3rd 2026, 4pm
Place Holy Trinity Church
Bolton le Sands LA5 8DU

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3 Bridges 10k Running Race 
The popular 3 Bridges 10k race is back again in 2026.  The running race will start from the Lancaster & Morecambe Athletic Club clubhouse at Salt Ayre Leisure Centre. Fees vary from £17-£25 varying by membership status and online booking fees. 

The course is suitable for beginner runners and can also be used for  fast preparation for spring marathons and other long races. There are prizes for the first 3 men and women to finish and medals for all finishers. 

Date & time: Sunday 19th April, at 11am. 
Location: Lancaster & Morecambe Athletic Club clubhouse at Salt Ayre Leisure Centre. 

Book your place or find out more by calling 07821 28210 or email [email protected]  

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Lancaster and District Male Voice Choir 
Get ready for an uplifting season of song as the Lancaster & District Male Voice Choir prepare for several exciting concerts in the months ahead. 

The choir’s upcoming schedule of events are as follows: 

Spring Concert, St Helens Church, Churchtown, Garstang 
20 March 2026 at 7.30pm, £10 ticket by cash or card with refreshments. 

Lancaster Library Summer Concert 
20 June, 7pm 

Find out more about these and future concerts at www.ldmvc.org  

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CancerCare Cross Bay Half Marathon 
CancerCare is inviting the local community to take on one of the most iconic fundraising challenges in the region as The Cross Bay Half-Marathon returns for summer 2026. The CancerCare Cross Bay Half Marathon takes place in July. It’s an unforgettable 13.1 mile route guided by expert local King’s Guide to the Sands.  

There are lots of ticket options available depending on your preference for fundraising. Place are limited so book as early as possible. All income supports local people affected by cancer and bereavement. 

Date & time: 4 July, starting at 9am  
Location: Starts from Arnside Promenade, ending at Cark Airfield. 

Book now for this event 

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Rookhow Retreat Concerts 
20th April 7pm Fundraiser concert 
South Lakes Acapella Choir will be presenting a concert at Rookhow on Monday 20th April at 7pm this is a fundraiser for Rookhow Retreat Away Fund, Email Kath to book a space [email protected]  

Click here for the Rookhow Away Fund Application form 

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Easter Fun Day at Carnforth Civic Hall
Carnforth Town Council is inviting families to gather for a joyful Easter Fun Day packed with hands on activities and plenty of seasonal cheer. Children can enjoy animal petting, creative craft sessions, games, face painting and an Easter egg hunt, with picnic style food and refreshments included to keep everyone fuelled for the fun. There may even be a special visit from the Easter Bunny. It is shaping up to be a relaxed and welcoming afternoon where families can come together and celebrate the season.

Date & time: Monday 6th April 2026, 12pm–3pm
Location: Carnforth Civic Hall, North Road, Carnforth LA5 9LJ
Cost: £5 per child, adults free
Booking: https://www.trybooking.com/uk/FZUM

Event Fundraiser at CancerCare
This role will deliver CancerCare events as part of their fundraising strategy, measured against income targets. The Fundraiser will develop an events programme, identify new opportunities, and motivate supporters to maximise their donations.

Salary: £21,700
Contract: 30 hours per week
Location: Lancaster
Closing date: 10 April 2026

Find out more and apply

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Client Services Team Member Receptionist at Citizens Advice North Lancashire
This role will act as the face of the charity and the first point of contact in many cases, manning the reception for drop-in sessions. At other times, the postholder will provide general administration support to keep services running smoothly.

Salary: £9,305
Contract: 12 hours per week
Location: Morecambe
Closing date: 6 April 2026

Find out more and apply

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Energy Adviser at Citizens Advice North Lancashire
This role will provide clients with access to energy advice and support with the aim of improving their financial situation and achieve long-term stability. The role helps to deliver a partnership project with Green Rose, using a holistic approach to help those who are most vulnerable.

Salary: £28,111
Contract: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm
Location: Morecambe and out in the community
Closing date: 6 April 2026

Find out more and apply

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Registered Home Manager – Bethany House 
A leadership role with real purpose, this position offers the chance to head up a residential care home in Preston, supporting older people through high quality, person centred care within a faith based setting. The role focuses on leading staff, overseeing care delivery and ensuring a compassionate, well run home that reflects strong values and community connection. 

Salary: £49,900 – £52,000 per year 
Contract: Full time, permanent (40 hours per week) 
Location: Ribbleton, Lancashire (on site) 
Closing date: 17 April 2026 

Find out more about this role and apply 

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Regional Inclusive Cycling Coordinator  
A community focused role supporting the growth of inclusive cycling across Cumbria and Lancashire, this position is all about helping local hubs thrive. The role works alongside volunteers and partners to build confidence, strengthen local leadership and create welcoming spaces where people of all abilities can access cycling. It is less about delivering sessions and more about enabling sustainable, community led activity that lasts. 

Salary: £27,000 per year (pro rata) 
Contract: Full time, fixed term until 31 March 2027 
Location: Lancashire and Cumbria (hybrid, including Kendal, Blackburn and Preston) 
Closing date: 14 April 2026 

Find out more about this role and apply 

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Could you be an on-call Firefighter?
Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service are looking for people across Lancashire to join their on-call crew – no experience needed, full training provided. 

• Starting retainer of £4,445 a year + call-out payments 

• Firefighter pension scheme 

• Flexible hours to fit around your life 

Find out more    

Lancaster District CVS – We are here to help 

If your organisation needs support whether it be working with volunteers, completing accounts and payroll, finding funding, solving governance issues, or just want a listening ear, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team:

Funding and governance support, contact [email protected]

Volunteering and DBS,
contact [email protected]

Payroll, bookkeeping and independent examinations, contact [email protected]

Health and social prescribing, contact [email protected]

Children and young people, contact [email protected]

Membership queries to: [email protected]

Partnerships, networks and strategic development, contact [email protected]

Alternatively, call us on 01524 555900

To promote your events, training, jobs, and sector news, email [email protected]