Archive for Cardiff Charity

Welsh/Indian fusion banquet on St David’s Day aids Diabetes UK Cymru

Welsh/Indian fusion banquet on St David’s Day aids Diabetes UK Cymru

February 16, 2012 No Comments

Celtic and Indian culture will come together on Wales’ national day when one of Cardiff’s premier restaurants hosts a special charity night of food and entertainment to benefit Diabetes UK Cymru. The Haveli restaurant in City Road, Roath, has already made a name for itself with its chic surroundings, unique interior design and great food. ...

South Wales Three Peaks Trial

South Wales Three Peaks Trial

February 15, 2012 No Comments

Diabetes UK Cymru have an ideal challenge to blow away the last of those winter cobwebs – taking part in the South Wales Three Peaks Trial on Saturday 31 March. It’s a bracing walk organised each year by the Cardiff Outdoor Group, designed to test endurance and map reading skills. The traditional route takes in ...

Barclays employees take on three peaks challenge in aid of NSPCC Cymru/Wales

Barclays employees take on three peaks challenge in aid of NSPCC Cymru/Wales

October 27, 2011 No Comments

A group of Barclays staff based in Cardiff have successfully completed the UK Three Peaks challenge in aid of NSPCC Cymru/Wales and raised over £8,800 for the children’s charity. Barclays customer retentions team leader, Ian Edwards, and twenty two of his colleagues climbed to the peaks of Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon in 13 ...

Local Caerphilly businessman wins a day on the set of Coronation Street at gala ball in aid of NSPCC Cymru/Wales

Local Caerphilly businessman wins a day on the set of Coronation Street at gala ball in aid of NSPCC Cymru/Wales

October 18, 2011 No Comments

Mark Eedy, a director at Thomas Carroll Independent Financial Advisors based in Caerphilly, won the chance to visit the set of Coronation Street during an auction held at the NSPCC’s annual gala ball at Cardiff City Stadium on Saturday 24 September. The event was attended by 400 guests and raised over £25,000 in aid of ...

The search is on for inspirational Cardiffians

The search is on for inspirational Cardiffians

September 14, 2011 No Comments

The search is on once again to find those inspiring individuals who make a difference to people’s lives. Now in its third year, nominations are now open for Cardiff Against Bullying’s Inspire Awards – the awards scheme that seeks to recognise and celebrate people across the city who go the extra mile to offer friendship ...

Sophie Evans announced as special guest at the NSPCC gala ball

Sophie Evans announced as special guest at the NSPCC gala ball

September 7, 2011 No Comments

Sophie Evans currently starring in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s West End production of The Wizard of Oz has today (7 September) been announced as one of the special guests at this year’s NSPCC Cymru/Wales Gala Ball at Cardiff City Stadium on Saturday 24 September. Last year’s event raised over £40,000 for the charity’s Building Brighter Futures ...

Polo fans invited to make a difference this bank holiday

Polo fans invited to make a difference this bank holiday

August 24, 2011 No Comments

NSPCC Cymru/Wales is inviting avid polo fans and novices alike to raise vital funds for the charity at the international polo event of the summer this August bank holiday.   Spectators will enjoy theWales vs. the rest of the World fixture at Coopers Field,Cardiff on Sunday 28 August and afterwards be able to participate in ...

VCS move to Brunel House

VCS move to Brunel House

August 24, 2011 No Comments

Voluntary Community Service have recently moved premises. They are now situated on the Ground Floor of Brunel House which is based on Fitzalan Road, Cardiff, just a two minute walk from Queen Street Train Station. Voluntary Community Service, more often referred to as VCS, is the Volunteer Centre for the county of Cardiff. They exist ...

Can you hack it?

Can you hack it?

July 27, 2011 No Comments

Do you fancy a real team challenge? The NSPCC is calling on local companies inCardiff to play their part in ending child cruelty by entering a team in the 24 mile HACK (Hike Against Cruelty to Kids) in the St Davids Peninsula.   The St Davids Peninsula HACK takes place on Saturday 17 September 2011, ...

Richard Parks completes 737 quest

Richard Parks completes 737 quest

July 12, 2011 No Comments

On 12th July 2011 Richard Parks made history becoming the first ever person to stand on the 7 highest summits of the world and all 3 poles – The South Pole, North Pole and summit of Everest in the same calendar year. An incredible feat achieved within 7 record setting months. 209 days ago Richard ...

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