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Sugar Craft
Get creative with sugar craft designs.
Provider/Funder: Adult Learning Wales
- Tuesdays 12:30pm - 2:30pm @ CRT Hwb Cana, Gwladys Street, Penywaun. CF44 9DE
Upcycling Clothing
Provider/Funder: Adult Community Learning RCTCBC
- 23/09/2024 1:00pm - 3:00pm @ CRT Hwb Cana, Gwladys Street, Penywaun. CF44 9DE
Affordable Loans, Ethical Savings and Banking Support
Provider/Funder: Smart Money Cymru Community Bank
- Now 10:00am - 2:00pm @ CRT Hwb Cana, Gwladys Street, Penywaun. CF44 9DE
- Now 10:00am - 2:00pm @ CRT Hwb Cana, Gwladys Street, Penywaun. CF44 9DE
- Now 10:00 am - 2:00pm @ CRT Aneurin Bevan House, 40 Castle Street, Tredegar. NP22 3DQ
Helping people find a way forward with free, confidential, impartial and independent advice
Provider/Funder: Citizens Advice Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Now 09:30-12:30pm @ CRT Hwb Cana, Gwladys Street, Penywaun. CF44 9DE
Supporting people impacted by cancer
Provider/Funder: CRT Together
- Now 10:00am - 16:00pm @ CRT Hwb Cana, Gwladys Street, Penywaun. CF44 9DE
Information on funding and support available
Provider/Funder: Coalfields Regeneration Trust
- Now 10:00am - 4:00pm @ CRT Aneurin Bevan House, 40 Castle Street, Tredegar. NP22 3DQ
CRT Game On 5ives
Open access free turn up and play football sessions for ages 11-16.
- Mondays 5pm - 6pm @ Llay Miners Welfare Institute, Llay New Road, Llay, Wrexham, UK
Open access free turn up and play football sessions for ages 11-16. - Tuesdays 7pm - 9pm @ Ystradgynlais Community Centre, Hendre Ladus, Ystradgynlais, Swansea, UK
Open access free turn up and play football sessions for ages 11-18. - Thursdays 3pm - 4pm @ Porth Community School, CF39 0BS, UK
Open access free turn up and play football sessions for ages 11-14. - Thursdays 5pm - 6:30pm @ Baglan 3G, Treherbert, CF42 5AW
Open access free turn up and play football sessions for ages 11-18. - Fridays 6pm - 8pm @ Ammanford Sports Centre, SA18 2NP
Open access free turn up and play football sessions for ages 11-18.
CRT Game On Girls
Free turn up and play football exclusively for girls aged 5-11 and 11-16.
- Mondays 4pm – 5pm @ Ysgol Grango in Rhos, Wrexham, LL12 7DY
Free turn up and play football exclusively for girls aged 12 - 16. Term Time only. - Tuesdays 5:15pm - 6pm @ Abercynon Sport Centre 3G, CF45 4UY Book Now
Starting 30th September for ages 5-11 - Tuesdays 7pm - 8pm @ Merthyr Sports Centre, CF48 1UT
Free turn up and play football exclusively for girls aged 12 - 16. From 30th September. - Fridays 3.30pm - 4.15pm @ Penywaun Primary School, Coed Glas, Aberdare , CF44 9DR
Term time only
CRT Game On 5ives
Open access free turn up & play facilitated football sessions for anyone of secondary school age.
- Wednesdays 6pm - 7:30pm @ Bo'ness Academy
S1+ - Fridays 1.30pm - 3pm @ Drongan Astro
S1+ - Fridays 6 pm – 7.30 pm @ Braes HS, Falkirk
S1+ - Fridays 6.30 pm – 8.30 pm @ Dalmellington Astro
S1+ - Fridays 1.30 pm – 3 pm @ Dalkeith Community Astro
S1+ - Fridays 3 pm – 5 pm @ Newbattle HS
P7+ - Fridays 6 pm – 7 pm @ Gorebridge Astro
P7+
CRT Game On Active
Free open access physical activity sessions.
- Mondays 7pm - 8pm @ Merthyr Town FC, Penydarren Park, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8RF
Walking football - Wednesdays 6pm - 7pm @ Penrheol Leisure Centre. Pontardulais Rd, Gorseinon, Swansea SA4 4FG
Walking football - Thursdays 8pm - 9pm @ Mill St, Tonyrefail, Porth CF39 8BW
Walking football - Fridays 7pm - 8pm @ Sports & Social Complex, College Hill, Tanyfron, Brymbo, Wrexham LL11 5TF
Walking football
CRT Game On Active
Free open access physical activity sessions.
- Mondays 3.15pm - 4pm @ Playing fields, Cowie
P3-4 - Mondays 4pm - 4.45pm @ Playing fields, Cowie
P5-7 - Tuesdays 4pm - 4.45pm @ Benarty Centre, Ballingry, Fife
P1-7 - Tuesdays 4pm - 4.45pm @ Astro, Bannockburn HS
P3-4 - Tuesdays 4.45pm - 5.30pm @ Astro, Bannockburn HS
P5-7 - Wednesdays 3.15pm - 4pm @ Clackmannan, King George V
P3-4 - Wednesdays 4pm - 4.45pm @ Clackmannan, King George V
P5-7 - Thursdays 3.30 pm – 4.15 pm @ Volunteer Park, Armadale
P3-4 - Thursdays 4.15 pm – 5 pm @ Volunteer Park, Armadale
P5-7 - Fridays 3.15pm - 4pm @ Tullibody Civic Centre
P3-4 - Fridays 4pm - 4:45pm @ Tullibody Civic Centre
P3-4 - Fridays 3pm - 3.45pm @ Drongan Astro, Drongan
P1-3 - Fridays 3:45pm - 4:30pm @ Drongan Astro, Drongan
P4-7
CRT Game On Girls
Free turn up and play football exclusively for girls P3-7 school pupils.
- Tuesdays 3:15pm - 4pm @ Benarty Centre, Ballingry, Fife
P1-7
Digital Drop In
- Wednesdays 10am - 12pm @ CRT Horden Hub House, 54 Seventh Street, Horden, County Durham, SR8 4LX
PCP Health Checks
Provider/Funder: PCP / Health Squad
- Thursdays Appointment Only @ CRT Horden Hub House, 54 Seventh Street, Horden, County Durham, SR8 4LX
- Fridays Appointment Only @ CRT Horden Hub House, 54 Seventh Street, Horden, County Durham, SR8 4LX
Job Club
Provider/Funder: CRT Engage in partnership with Believe Housing
- Thursdays 1pm - 3pm @ CRT Horden Hub House, 54 Seventh Street, Horden, County Durham, SR8 4LX
Walking Group
Provider/Funder: Move Durham
- Thursdays 1:30pm - 3pm @ CRT Horden Hub House, 54 Seventh Street, Horden, County Durham, SR8 4LX
County Durham Drop In
Provider/Funder: Waythrough and Durham Action on Single Housing
- Fridays 10am - 12pm @ CRT Horden Hub House, 54 Seventh Street, Horden, County Durham, SR8 4LX
Community Fridge Drop In
- Thursdays 12pm - 1:30pm @ CRT Horden Hub House, 54 Seventh Street, Horden, County Durham, SR8 4LX
Wellbeing Group
Delivered by CRT Health & Wellbeing Coaches.
- Wednesdays 10:30am - 12:00pm @ Meir Community Education Centre, Pickford Place, Meir, ST3 7DY
Wellbeing walking group - Thursdays 9:00am - 1:00pm @ Meir Community Education Centre, Pickford Place, Meir, ST3 7DY
Arts & craft activities, table top games, mindfulness & relaxation, life skills, access to training, 1to1 health & wellbeing support.
Chair Based Exercise
Delivered by one of our Health & Wellbeing Coaches. Low intensity, suitable for all ages and abilities.
- Mondays 1:45pm - 2:15pm @ Rm 18 Meir Primary Care Centre, Weston Road, Meir, ST3 6AB
- Tuesdays 10:45am - 11:15am @ Foley Meir Football Club, Whitcombe Road, Meir, ST3 6AU
- Thursdays 1:30pm - 2:15pm @ Meir Community Education Centre, Pickford Place, Meir, ST3 7DY
- Fridays 10am - 10:30am @ Weston Heights Community Centre, West Street, Weston Coyney, ST3 6PT
Afterschool Care & Community Garden Launch
Affordable Afterschool care for children P1-P7, helping families with the cost of childcare. Partnering with the local primary school this educational program aims to educate children on the benefits of healthy eating from seed to plate.
Provider/Funder: Drongan Grassroots & Drongan Primary School
- Friday TBC @ Drongan Community Centre, 2 Coronation Road, Drongan, Ayr KA6 7BZ
Glenboig and Gartcosh Local Place Plan Planning Workshop
Local Place Plan Planning Event
Provider/Funder: CRT Place
- Wednesday 5pm - 9pm @ Glenboig Life Centre, 110 Main Street Glanboig, ML5 2RD
Benarty Planning Consultation Event
CRT 25 Local Place Planning Event
Provider/Funder: CRT Place
- Friday TBC @ 6,Benarty Square, Ballingry, Lochgelly KY5 8NR
Kelso Park Fun Day
CRT Place @ Lesmahagow - Place plan Community Engagement Day
Provider/Funder: CRT Place
- Saturday TBC @ Kelso Park, Lesmahagow
CRT Place @ Lesmahagow - Place plan Community Engagement Day
Local Place Plan Consultation Event
Provider/Funder: CRT Place
- Saturday 11am - 1pm @
CRT Game On 5ives
Open access free turn up and play football sessions for ages 11-18.
- Mondays 6pm - 7pm @ Minsthorpe Community College, Minsthorpe Lane, South Elmsall WF9 2UJ
Free turn up and play football sessions delivered in partnership with Wakefield Active Through Football for 11-16 year olds. - Monday 7pm - 8pm @ Minsthorpe Community College, Minsthorpe Lane, South Elmsall WF9 2UJ
Free turn up and play football sessions delivered in partnership with Wakefield Active Through Football for 16+. - Mondays 6pm - 7pm @ Tom Hill Youth Hub, Denaby Main, DN12 4AQ
- Mondays 6pm - 7:30pm @ 5ives VIDA, Community Sports Centre, Barnsley, S70 3JR
- Mondays 7:30pm - 8:30pm @ 5ives VIDA, Community Sports Centre, Barnsley, S70 3JR
Free turn up and play football sessions delivered in partnership with Barnsley Gamechanger for 16+. - Tuesdays 6pm - 7pm @ Outwood Academy Hemsworth, Wakefield Road, Hemsworth, Pontefract WF9 4AB
Free turn up and play football sessions delivered in partnership with Wakefield Active Through Football for 11-16 year olds. - Tuesdays 7pm - 8pm @ Outwood Academy Hemsworth, Wakefield Road, Hemsworth, Pontefract WF9 4AB
Free turn up and play football sessions delivered in partnership with Wakefield Active Through Football for 16+. - Friday 2:45pm - 4:45pm @ Dinnington High School, S25 2NZ
Term Time Only - Friday 6pm - 8pm @ The Hut, Airedale, WF10 3ES
Free turn up and play football sessions funded by Wakefield Council's Open Access Youth Provision Fund for 11 - 18 year olds.
CRT Game On 5ives
Open access free turn up and play football sessions for ages 11-18.
- Mondays 6pm - 8pm @ Outwood Academy Portland, Netherton Road, Worksop S80 2SF
Term Time Only - Fridays 6pm - 8pm @ Dukeries Academy, Whinney Lane, New Ollerton, Newark NG22 9TD
CRT Game On 5ives
Open access free turn up and play football sessions for ages 11-18.
- Tuesdays 5pm - 6:30pm @ Dene Academy, SR8 5RL
Free football delivered in partnership with Groundwork North East for ages 11 -18 year olds. - Thursdays 6pm - 8pm @ Shotton Youth Hub, DH6 2KU
Free football delivered in partnership with Shotton Partnership for ages 11 -18 year olds. - Fridays 5pm - 8pm @ Hirst Welfare Centre, Alexandra Road, Ashington, NE63 9HN
Free football delivered in partnership with Newcastle United Foundation for ages 11-18 year olds.
CRT Game On Girls
Free turn up and play football sessions delivered by the CRT targeting 5 to 11 year old girls.
- Thursdays 4pm - 5pm @ Dinnington High School, S25 2NZ
Term Time Only
CRT Game On Active
Free open access physical activity sessions.
- Monday 10am - 11am @ Lock Lane Sports Centre, Castleford, WF10 2JU
Walking Football - Monday 5pm - 6pm @ Tom Hill Youth Hub, Denaby Main, DN12 4AQ
Physical activity sessions for boys and girls aged 5 to 11 years old. - Thursday 10am - 12pm @ The Hut, Airedale Business Centre, Kershaw Avenue, Castleford, WF10 3ES
Walking Cricket
Drop In Sessions
Drop in sessions for anyone passing to come talk to us about the programme and the support we offer.
- Friday Mornings 9:30am - 1pm @ Prince Charles Hospital
- Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9:30am - 4pm @ Royal Glamorgan Hospital
- Wednesday Mornings 9:30am - 1pm @ Keir Hardy Health Park
- Tuesdays 9:30am - 3:30pm @ Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda
Smart Money Cymru Community Bank
Affordable loans, ethical savings and banking support.
Provider/Funder: Smart Money Cymru Community Bank
- Wednesdays 10am - 2pm @ CRT Hwb Cana, Gwladys Street, Penywaun. CF44 9DE
No Booking Necessary
Citizens Advice Rhondda Cynon Taf
Helping people find a way forward with free, confidential, impartial and independent advice.
Provider/Funder: Citizens Advice Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Wednesdays 10am - 12:30pm @ CRT Hwb Cana, Gwladys Street, Penywaun. CF44 9DE
No Booking Necessary
Cancer Support and Advice
Supporting people impacted by cancer.
Provider/Funder: CRT Together
- Wednesdays 10am - 4pm @ CRT Hwb Cana, Gwladys Street, Penywaun. CF44 9DE
No Booking Necessary
Walking Sport
Free walking sport aimed at helping those 50+ to get active.
- Mondays 10am - 11am @ Lock Lane Sports Centre, Castleford, WF10 2JU
Walking Football - Thursdays 10am - 12pm @ The Hut, Airedale, WF10 3ES
Walking Cricket
CRT Game On 5ives
Open access free turn up and play football sessions for ages 11-18.
- Mondays 5pm - 6pm @ The Parr Sports & Community Centre, Derbyshire Hill Rd, Saint Helens WA9 2LH
Free turn up and play football sessions delivered in partnership with Town in the Town for 11-18 year olds.
Eat Well Be Healthy Course
Healthy Eating course led by qualified Nutritionists
- Mondays 10am -12pm @ Knottingley Community Shop WF11 8EE
Starting 10th March - Fridays 12pm -2pm @ Normanton Fire Station WF6 1AB
Starting 7th March
Chronic Pain Support
Supporting individuals with chronic pain including how to effectively manage their condition.
- Tuesdays 12pm - 1pm @ Normanton Fire Station WF6 1AB
Fortnightly peer support group (next 2 4th & 18th April) - Tuesdays 1pm - 2:30pm @ Normanton Fire Station WF6 1AB
6 week course starting 15th April
Men's Wellbeing Support Group
- Mondays 6:30pm - 7:45pm @ Ferrybridge Community Centre WF11 8PQ
Third Monday of every month - Thursdays 1pm - 2:30pm @ Men's wellbeing veteran's allotment, Knottingley
Fortnightly next (2 - 3rd and 17th April)
Active for life circuit session
Open to all abilities, beginner friendly low impact circuit style exercise. All exercises adaptable to suit needs
- Thursdays 10:30am - 11:30am @ Lock Lane Sports Centre
Weekly
Chair Based Exercise
- Thursdays 2pm - 3pm @ The Brig Normanton WF6 2JH
Open to all abilities, beginner friendly seated exercise session with refreshments.
Nourish & Thrive Cooking Class
Slow cooker cooking class.
- 29th April 10am - 1:30pm @ CRT Airedale Hub
To book, please email helen.ogg@coalfields-regen.org.uk
Yoga
Free yoga sessions delivered by our health and wellbeing coach. Low intensity, suitable for all abilities.
- Tuesdays 10:45am - 11:15am @ Foley Meir Football Club, Whitcombe Road, Meir, ST3 6AU
Chair yoga & stretches - Thursdays 10:30am - 11:15am @ Weston Heights Community Centre, West Street, Weston Coyney, ST3 6PT
Yoga & tai chi - Thursdays 12:30pm - 1:15pm @ Community Education Centre, Pickford Place, Meir, ST3 7DY
Yoga for beginners
Book & Brew Book Club
Book swaps, puzzles, opportunity to chat about books, relaxing place to read.
- Wednesdays 9:30am - 11:30pm @ Broadway Methodist Church, Pickford Place, Meir, ST3 7DX
Lifestyle Circuits
Strength and mobility focused circuits. Equipment provided.
- Mondays 2:30pm - 3pm @ Rm 19 Meir Primary Care Centre, Weston Road, Meir ST3 6AB
- Fridays 10:45am - 11:15am @ Weston Heights Community Centre, West Street, Weston Coyney, ST3 6PT
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Programmes in your area
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CRT Game On
This programme is focused on our Health priorityThis programme is focused on our Skills priorityUses the power of sport to change lives for the better in former coalfield communities.
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CRT Hubs
This programme is focused on our Community priorityA home for community organisations to offer support, advice and opportunities to help people in need.
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CRT Place
This programme is focused on our Community priority
This programme is focused on our Climate priorityUsing local knowledge, experience and connections to bring people and organisations together.
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CRT Support
This programme is focused on our Community priorityFree support to voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations operating in Britain’s coalfield communities.
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CRT Together
This programme is focused on our Community priorityThis programme is focused on our Health priorityHelping people living with cancer and their families deal with their emotional and practical needs.
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Coalfields Community Grants - Capital Grant
The Coalfields Community Capital Grant in Wales can award capital funding from £500 up to £7000 and is funded by Welsh Government.
The aim of this programme is to support community and voluntary organisations, who manage community facilities, to access funding required to: safeguard; maintain; and/or improve their community facility.
Funder: Welsh Government
Fund Type: Capital
Award Size: £500-£7,000
Who Can Apply?
Please refer to guidance notes.
When To Apply?
Rolling annual programme.
How To Apply?
Information can be found within the application form.
Areas Funded: Eligible coalfield areas in Wales. Applicants can be outside an eligible coalfield area if the applicant can demonstrate that the project will benefit people from coalfield areas in Wales.
Opening Date: 23 May 2025
Funding Documents
Application Form - English Application Form - Welsh Guidance Notes - English Guidance Notes - Welsh
Breaking Barriers Fund
The aim of the funding is for the development of services for people affected by cancer in the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board area (Merthyr Tydfil, Rhondda Cynon Taf and Bridgend valleys) where there is a clear evidence of need and clear, measurable outcomes.
The fund is responsive to various needs and supports both capital and revenue costs. Eligible applicants to include community and voluntary sector groups/organisations.
The fund is not intended to support personal costs but enable and test solutions to improve cancer outcomes and access to cancer support services at a local level.
Funder: Macmillan Cancer Support
Fund Type: Capital and Revenue
Award Size: No minimum or maximum fund.
Who Can Apply?
Voluntary organisations with an appropriate governing document operating in the Cwm Taf Morgannwg health board area in Wales.
When To Apply?
Rolling programme.
How To Apply?
The application process for the Breaking Barriers Fund has been designed to be as straightforward as possible. Simply submit an outline of your project idea(s) and proposed area(s) of operation via email to wales@coalfields-regen.org.uk and a member of our team will be in touch with you to help move your project idea forward.
Areas Funded: Coalfield areas within the Cwm Taf Morgannwg Health Board area of Merthyr Tydfil, Rhondda Cynon Taf and Bridgend valleys in Wales.
CRT Game On - Wales Kit Grant
The aim of the grant is to get more people living in coalfield communities in Wales (ages 13 – 19) to play and stay in sport. Sport Wales statistics highlight an alarming drop off of registered players during these teenage years.
CRT Game On – Wales Kit Grant 25/26 applications are now closed for 2025/26. Applications will reopen for 2026/27 on April 1st 2026.
Funder: Coalfields Regeneration Trust
Fund Type: Revenue
Award Size: Maximum £750
Who Can Apply?
Sports clubs - Wales Only
Areas Funded: Sports clubs based in any eligible coalfield community in Wales.
Opening Date: 1 Apr 2026
Surveys & Professional Fees
As a new addition to our CRT Support grants, we’re now able to fund professional surveys and assessments to help organisations plan for the future. This new grant is designed to help you understand the current condition of your community asset, identify priorities, and build a strong case for future funding or improvements.
Eligible surveys include (but are not limited to):
- Building Condition Survey with 5-Year Maintenance Plan
- Asbestos Survey
- Energy Efficiency Survey
- Damp or Structural Survey
This support can be especially helpful if you are unsure where to start, or if you’re preparing for a larger capital project.
Key facts:
- Up to two surveys per organisation
- Rolling programme – apply at any time
- Open to organisations based in or clearly benefiting coalfield communities in Wales
- Funded by the Welsh Government
Funder: Welsh Government
Fund Type: Surveys & Professionals Fees
Award Size: Up to two surveys per organisation
Apply NowAreas Funded: Eligible coalfield areas in Wales. Applicants can be outside an eligible coalfield area if the applicant can demonstrate that the project will benefit people from coalfield areas in Wales.
Applications Now Open: Airedale Healthy And Sustainable Communities Grants
We are pleased to announce that applications for the Airedale Healthy and Sustainable Communities Grants are now open.
Funding Available
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Joint bids (partnerships): up to £4,000
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Single organisation bids: up to £2,500
What We’re Looking For
Projects should aim to:
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Tackle health inequalities in Airedale and Ferry Fryston.
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Engage and support the most vulnerable or marginalised residents.
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Address one or more of the five Core20Plus5 health priorities by tackling wider social factors that influence wellbeing.
Who Can Apply?
We welcome applications from organisations and partnerships working in Airedale and Ferry Fryston.
Your project must show how it contributes to the Core20Plus5 health priorities, which currently focus on:
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Maternity – Supporting continuity of care, particularly for women from BAME and low-income backgrounds.
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Severe Mental Illness (SMI) – Improving mental health support and encouraging uptake of annual health checks.
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Chronic Respiratory Disease – Supporting vaccinations and care for people with COPD and similar conditions.
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Early Cancer Diagnosis – Promoting early detection at stages 1 or 2.
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Hypertension – Helping people manage blood pressure to reduce risk of heart disease and stroke.
Areas Funded: Airedale and Ferry Fryston
Opening Date: 19 Aug 2025
Closing Date: 16 Sep 2025
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Hubs in Your Area
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CRT Aneurin Bevan House
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CRT Enterprise and Training Hub
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CRT Hwb Cana
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Team members in your area
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Case Studies Related To Your Area
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Stronger Together: Revitalising Ystradgynlais Community Centre
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CRT Game On Home Internationals 2025
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Fifteen Years On: A Community Anchor in Goldthorpe
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Delivering Change in Drongan
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Volunteers: The Core of Coalfield Communities
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Lock Lane: A Lifesaving Grant
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The CRT in Horden
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CRT Hwb Cana
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Kat's Story
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Mick's Story
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Home Internationals 2024
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Partners in your area
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Scottish Government
The work of the Coalfields Regeneration Trust in Scotland is paid for with a grant from the Scottish Government.
Welsh Government
The work of the Coalfields Regeneration Trust in Wales is paid for with a grant from the Welsh Government.
Workers Educational Association (WEA)
The CRT has teamed up with the WEA to promote adult learning in former coalmining communities. CRT Support’s fantastic network of members provide a breadth of activity in their communities and the WEA’s extensive range of accessible courses has the potential to develop new skills for their staff and volunteers but also for their service users and the wider community.
Find out more about our partnership and available courses here - CRT Leaflet - 2025.
Macmillan Cancer Support
The Coalfields Regeneration Trust working in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support launched CRT Together in March 2024, with a mission to make sure no one faces cancer alone. CRT Together offers non-medical related support on emotional and practical matters through dedicated Link Workers signposting people with cancer to local support services and helping establish new services where there is a proven need.
Utility Aid
Utility Aid exists to help charities and not-for-profit organisations source energy, using their knowledge and experience to anticipate and solve problems. Above all, everyone at Utility Aid is united by their desire to do more good for their stakeholders and that sets them apart in terms of how they work as a business.
For over 20 years, Utility Aid have helped charities and not-for-profit organisations bring down their energy costs. This includes reclaiming overcharges, managing administration and advising on all energy-related matters. Utility Aid customers include housing associations and community groups, schools, churches and frontline support services.
Utility Aid treat every case as unique while drawing on many years of experience working across multiple authorities and organisations of all shapes and sizes.
How can Utility Aid help?
· Online switching (for single meter sites)
· Net zero and carbon reporting
As a member of Coalfields Regeneration Trust you can benefit from a free consultancy session with Utility Aid, whether you need support with understanding your bills, checking whether you are paying the correct VAT or if you need advice on starting your journey to Net Zero.
Cranfield Trust
Cranfield Trust has a 35-year history of delivering pro bono management support to frontline welfare organisations. For nine years, Cranfield Trust and Coalfields Regeneration Trust have worked together informally to identify organisations within coalfields communities that can benefit from our free support and services.
In that time, successful outcomes for client organisations include:
• significant funding wins, including multi-year grants, underpinned by robust business planning;
• increased collaboration between charities to improve cross-referrals;
• pooling of resources through strategic reviews of services; and,
• increased impact and more effective services for people living in coalfields communities through improved processes and systems.
If you would like to enquire about accessing Cranfield Trust’s free services, please contact your Regional Development Manager at Coalfields Regeneration Trust.
Together Active Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent
Together Active part funds one Community Connector in the CRT Engage team in Stoke-on-Trent.
Meir Primary Care Network
Meir Primary Care Network funds two Health & Wellbeing coaches and one nutritionist in the CRT Engage team in Stoke-on-Trent.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund / Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund has been awarded by Rhondda Cynon Taf to pay for a Community Engagement Officer to operate in the Penywaun community.
Peter Harrison Foundation
Funding from the Peter Harrison Foundation has paid for CRT Game On sessions in Shotton and Horden.
Wakefield Active Through Football
Free turn up and play football sessions delivered in partnership with Wakefield Active Through Football, targeting ages 16 and above.
Game Changer
Free turn up and play football sessions delivered in partnership with Barnsley Active Through Football, targeting ages 16 and above.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund / Wakefield Council
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund has been awarded by West Yorkshire Combined Authority and Wakefield Council to pay for a Nutritionist to operate in the Five Towns area of Wakefield.
Drongan Grassroots
Drongan Grassroots is supporting the CRT Engage programme through the provision of childcare, a breakfast club and community garden.
The Zone
The Zone is supporting the CRT Engage programme through the provision of childcare.
Ochiltree Community Centre
Ochiltree Community Centre is supporting the CRT Engage programme by supporting our CRT Worx jobs programme.
The Larder
The Larder supports our CRT Engage programme through their local family hub.
Netherthird Initiative for Community Empowerment
Netherthird Initiative for Community Empowerment supports our CRT Engage programme through their local family hub.
Digital Poverty Alliance
The Coalfields Regeneration Trust and Digital Poverty Alliance are pleased to be working together to develop new ways to tackle digital poverty so that everyone in the coalfields can benefit from digital opportunities.
FA Wales
FA Wales recognise and support our recreational football work through its Enhancing Lives through Football Strategy.
Sport RCT
Sport RCT generously support our CRT Game On 5ives sessions in Rhondda, Cynon Taf.
British Transport Police
British Transport Police (Pontypridd) have supported CRT Game On 5ives sessions for over a decade.
Easyfundraising
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Getting started
- Register your organisation with easyfundraising.
- Use the free pre-made flyers, posters, social posts and emails to let your supporters, volunteers, staff, trustees know and encourage them to shop in support of you.
- Book a chat with the friendly easyfundraising team. They’ll answer any questions and provide guidance and advice on how you can raise as much as possible.
Wrigleys Solicitors
Legal advice for CRT Support members
CRT Support members can now access expert legal advice through our new partnership with Wrigleys Solicitors. With over 30 years’ experience supporting charities, social enterprises and community organisations in England and Wales, Wrigleys really understand the sector and the challenges it can face.
Their specialist team can offer support on a wide range of legal matters including governance, property, funding, employment law, and data protection.
As a CRT Support member, you can access a free, no-obligation 20-minute consultation with one of their advisors. If you decide to take things further, you’ll benefit from a reduced fee tailored to the voluntary and community sector.
To arrange your consultation, contact Daniel Lewis from Wrigleys’ Social Economy team: Visit Daniel’s profile
Your organisation will also be able to access free webinars covering a variety of legal topics such as:
- Choosing or reviewing your legal structure
- Trustees and directors’ duties for charities and not-for-profit organisations
What would you find useful? Email us at crtsupport@coalfields-regen.org.uk.
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