Official Charity Notice
This website represents Waingroves Community Association, registered with the Charity Commission for England & Wales (Charity No. 517734). Verify our listing here: Charity Commission Record.
About Us
Waingroves Community Association manages the community centre in Waingroves and supports the social and recreational wellbeing of local residents. Our activities include youth clubs, adult fitness classes, performances, private hire and village events.
Registered 9 June 1986. Constitution amended 21 Sept 1989 & subsequent. ([register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/517734/governing-document?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Facilities & Events
- Community centre hall for hire (parties, meetings, village functions)
- Youth clubs including Girl Guides, Karate, Theatre arts for children & adults
- Village shows, pantomime, Easter events, Woodland Trust collaboration
Our Public Benefit
- Offers affordable venue hire and community activities for the local population
- Enhances social interaction, supports youth and adult leisure, and builds community spirit
- Encourages physical activity, learning and cultural events within Waingroves and beyond
How Donations Help
- Maintain and repair hall and equipment
- Support club sessions and village events
- Allow subsidised hires for charitable/social groups
Governance & Trustees
Charity Number: 517734
The charity is governed by a volunteer committee/trustees (13 trustees as at 21 Oct 2024). ([register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/517734/trustees?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
- Paul Colin Moss – Trustee (appointed 21 Oct 2024)
- Philip Andrew Davies – Trustee (appointed 24 Oct 2022)
- Jennifer Mary Ayres – Trustee (appointed 24 Oct 2022)
- Helen Palmer – Trustee (appointed 02 Dec 2019)
For full trustee list and accounts, see the Charity Commission Record.
Contact
Waingroves Community Association
136 Church Street, Waingroves, Ripley, Derbyshire DE5 9TF
Tel: 01773 749742
Email: info@waingrovescommunitycentre.uk