… These items can help to make your event fun for people of all ages. All items in this section can be hired for up to two weeks maximum. NB Our online booking request system is currently not working (May 2025). Please make a note of the items you would like to book and call or email us to request your booking. Apologies for the inconvenience. …
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Disco and party essentials
… For indoor social events on a tight budget, we have equipment to provide lights and music. The maximum hire period is two weeks. NB Our online booking request system is currently not working (May 2025). Please make a note of the items you would like to book and call or email us to request your booking. Apologies for the inconvenience. …
Equipment for meetings, displays and presentations
This equipment enables you to run professional meetings,workshops, conferences and presentations, at an affordable cost. For each different item in this section, we have one set available for extended hire (up to 6 weeks). A group may hire all sets of a particular item (eg exhibition boards), but only for one week. Otherwise, the maximum hire period is two weeks. NB Our online booking request system is currently not working (May 2025). Please mak…
Games
We have a range of indoor and outdoor games, including traditional pub games, giant board games, and indoor sports games like table football. These are great for kids clubs, Fun Days and fundraising events. Why not set up a games room at your fundraising event? To keep things simple, you could have a couple of people running the room and charge a small fee, such as £2 for entry. NB Our online booking request system is currently not working (May 2…
Other useful items
… These handy bits and bobs are useful for all kinds of events, from jumble sales to movie nights. There is no limit on the number of items each group can hire from this section. The maximum hire period is two weeks. NB Our online booking request system is currently not working (May 2025). Please make a note of the items you would like to book and call or email us to request your booking. Apologies for the inconvenience. …
Badges and stickers
You can print stickers and make badges for your group at the Resource Centre. Stickers You can use our laser copier to print stickers for your group. You can print round stickers that are 51mm in diameter (15 per A4 page), 37mm in diameter (35 per A4 page), 25mm in diameter (70 per A4 page), or you can print A4 size stickers and then cut them down to the size you want. Our stickers are available in 3 finishes: waterproof (A4 sheets only), glossy …
Starting a group
This section provides advice about getting people involved in your group, deciding the purpose of your group, and agreeing a set of rules or principles that will govern your group. It provides practical information about things you may need to do, such as open a bank account and allocate roles in the group, and information about legal structures. First steps for new groups Choosing a legal structure Writing a constitution Opening a bank account S…
Making your group work well
Community groups are most effective when it’s clear to everyone how things work and what they can do to contribute. You don’t need lots of complex policies and procedures, but it does help to put some things in writing so that everyone can see what’s been agreed. This section contains tips and advice to help your group run smoothly behind the scenes. Organising meetings Role of the management committee Publicity and communication Managing staff a…
Raising Money
Raising money for your group can feel like an endless task. However, raising money is always more successful if you know what you are raising the money for, and have a clear idea of how much you need. Plan your fundraising by making decisions in your group about what you actually want to do, and then work out how much these activities will cost. This will help you to decide how best to raise the money, and it will also mean that you don’t spend t…