💛 Can You Help Us Get Ready? 💛
At Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre, kindness changes lives.
From Thursday 19th to Sunday 22nd March, we’re holding our Skegness Centre Work Party – and we’d love you to join us for any time you can spare.
This year, we’re preparing to welcome over 200 children back to our centre in Skegness for life-changing seaside breaks. Before they arrive, we need helping hands to get everything ready.
🛠️ Trades especially welcome – decorators, joiners, electricians, plumbers
🧽 But we also need amazing volunteers willing to roll up their sleeves for cleaning, painting and general sprucing up
⏰ Join us for a few hours, a full day or bring your sleeping bag and stay over! – Every bit helps!!
A small act of kindness from you could help create a safe, warm and welcoming space where children can build confidence, make friends and just be children.
If you can help, please sign up here:
👉 derbyshirechildrensholidaycentre.beaconforms.com/form/ef7484e0
Let’s turn kindness into impact this March. ✨
#VolunteerDerbyshire #CommunityImpact #Skegness #MakingADifference
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Its Corey's birthday weekend but I will ask if he wants to come and help as I know he would if it was any other weekend! X
📻 Don't forget to tune in to BBC Derby tomorrow morning ... 📻
Listen out from 7am and you'll be able to hear our wonderful supporter Kerry Anderson chatting to Becky Measures all about why she has chosen to host a ball in memory of her daughter, Emily, this Saturday: February 21.
The 'Be You' ball is being held on what would have been Emily's 30th birthday.
Emily (pictured right, below) sadly took her own life aged 23 - today her mum is choosing to honour her memory by hosting the colourful event in aid of our charity and our friends at Treetops Hospice.
You can hear her story on Becky's breakfast show tomorrow.
And if you want to know how you can help, do consider a donation to Kerry's fundraising - it all goes to help children have a fabulous time by the sea.
Kerry and our CEO Janine Holmes are looking ready for a ball in the picture below - are you?
Here's the link to donate: lnkd.in/eHmR_8mW
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Can’t wait until Saturday. Good luck on the radio tomorrow 😃
Thank You, Derby County FC & Rams Fans! 🐏
A huge thank you to Derby County Football Club for allowing us to collect outside the ground before Saturday’s match at Pride Park.
And to every single supporter who stopped, smiled, chatted, and donated – whether it was loose change or a larger gift – thank you. It all adds up, and it all makes a difference.
We’ve already raised over £1,000 (and we’re still counting!) 🙌
A massive shoutout as well to our fantastic team of volunteers – not everyone is pictured here – who gave up their time in the cold to help us collect. Your energy and commitment mean so much.
Every pound raised helps us provide life-changing seaside holidays for children across Derbyshire who need a break, a boost in confidence, and the chance to just be children.
If you missed us on Saturday but would still like to donate, you can do so here:
👉 www.justgiving.com/dchc
Thank you for helping us continue Giving Derbyshire’s Children a Break.
#DerbyCounty #DCFC #Community #Charity #Derbyshire #MakingADifference #GivingBack
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Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre - truly an amazing fundraiser for all of us involved. The generosity of Derby County football supporters is unbelievable. Thanks to all that gave and all the volunteers that helped us on the day.
It's been great to see our fabulous fundraiser Kerry Anderson getting the media recognition she deserves.
Kerry is hosting a 'Be You' charity ball on what would have been her daughter Emily's 30th birthday.
Sadly Emily (pictured below) passed away aged 23. But Kerry is channelling her grief in the most incredible way possible - hosting a ball for us and our friends at Treetops Hospice.
Kerry is pictured below with our own CEO Janine Holmes illustrating the 'anything goes' theme of the ball at Pride Park!
It's a tribute to the free spirit that Emily was.
If you can't make the ball on February 21 there is still a way you can support Kerry and her courage. You can donate here - showing support for Kerry and her courage and our charity too.
www.justgiving.com/page/kerry-anderson-2?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL
See the comments below for Kerry's incredible tale of bravery, grief and 'being you', thanks to the team at Derbyshire Live.
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The ‘Be You’ ball is a beautiful tribute to Emily, and we’re proud to stand alongside Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre in recognising the strength behind Kerry’s fundraising. Her story reminds us why the care we provide matters so much to local families.
AN EVENING WITH A CRICKET LEGEND
Join us for an unforgettable night with Devon Malcolm OBE – one of the most feared fast bowlers of his generation and a true Derbyshire & England great.
💥 9 wickets for 57 runs vs South Africa
💥 Over 300 international wickets
💥 Famous for raw pace, fearless spells, and iconic moments that defined an era of English cricket
Devon will be sharing stories from his incredible career in an intimate interview setting – honest, funny, and full of insight you won’t hear anywhere else.
📅 Thursday 5th March
📍 Ashbourne Pavilion
🕢 7.30pm
🎟️ £20 (includes sandwich buffet)
The evening is raising money for Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre, with a charity raffle and auction on the night, featuring some seriously special prizes 👇
🎁 Auction highlights include:
🏇 Box for 2 at Uttoxeter Racecourse or Burton Albion
🏏 Table for 2 at the County Ground, donated by Derbyshire County Cricket Club
🏺 Royal Crown Derby plate celebrating Devon’s legendary 9-for-57
👕 Gary Sobers signed shirt
📖 Signed book by Farokh Engineer
📘 Signed book by Devon Malcolm himself
🏎️Ticket for 2 to a Great Northern Classics event
🎟️ Tickets are limited – book in advance:
👉 derbyshirechildrensholidaycentre.beaconforms.com/...
Cricket lovers, Derbyshire supporters, and anyone who enjoys a great story for a great cause – this one’s for you!
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Winston Percival
🌞 Are you looking to do something amazing this summer?
Why not join us as a Holiday Care Team volunteer and help children facing challenging circumstances experience the pure joy of a seaside break 💙
From the magic of sand between their toes, to sandcastle building, laughter, and serious fun by the sea – you’ll be part of something truly special at our Centre in Skegness.
✨ What’s in it for you?
Make a real difference to a child’s life
Build friendships and unforgettable memories
Learn new skills and gain valuable experience
Be part of a warm, supportive team
Have Serious Fun at the seaside
👉 Holiday Care Team volunteer applications for 2026 are now open!
Ready to give a week that could change a child’s life – and yours?
💻 Learn more about volunteering at our Centre here: dchc.org.uk/volunteering/
And apply here: forms.office.com/e/si9mvggAxE
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💛 Can You Help Us Get Ready? 💛
At Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre, kindness changes lives.
From Thursday 19th to Sunday 22nd March, we’re holding our Skegness Centre Work Party – and we’d love you to join us for any time you can spare.
This year, we’re preparing to welcome over 200 children back to our centre in Skegness for life-changing seaside breaks. Before they arrive, we need helping hands to get everything ready.
🛠️ Trades especially welcome – decorators, joiners, electricians, plumbers
🧽 But we also need amazing volunteers willing to roll up their sleeves for cleaning, painting and general sprucing up
⏰ Join us for a few hours, a full day or bring your sleeping bag and stay over! – Every bit helps!!
A small act of kindness from you could help create a safe, warm and welcoming space where children can build confidence, make friends and just be children.
If you can help, please sign up here:
👉 derbyshirechildrensholidaycentre.beaconforms.com/form/ef7484e0
Let’s turn kindness into impact this March. ✨
#VolunteerDerbyshire #CommunityImpact #Skegness #MakingADifference
1 CommentComment on Facebook
Its Corey's birthday weekend but I will ask if he wants to come and help as I know he would if it was any other weekend! X
📻 Don't forget to tune in to BBC Derby tomorrow morning ... 📻
Listen out from 7am and you'll be able to hear our wonderful supporter Kerry Anderson chatting to Becky Measures all about why she has chosen to host a ball in memory of her daughter, Emily, this Saturday: February 21.
The 'Be You' ball is being held on what would have been Emily's 30th birthday.
Emily (pictured right, below) sadly took her own life aged 23 - today her mum is choosing to honour her memory by hosting the colourful event in aid of our charity and our friends at Treetops Hospice.
You can hear her story on Becky's breakfast show tomorrow.
And if you want to know how you can help, do consider a donation to Kerry's fundraising - it all goes to help children have a fabulous time by the sea.
Kerry and our CEO Janine Holmes are looking ready for a ball in the picture below - are you?
Here's the link to donate: lnkd.in/eHmR_8mW
1 CommentComment on Facebook
Can’t wait until Saturday. Good luck on the radio tomorrow 😃
Thank You, Derby County FC & Rams Fans! 🐏
A huge thank you to Derby County Football Club for allowing us to collect outside the ground before Saturday’s match at Pride Park.
And to every single supporter who stopped, smiled, chatted, and donated – whether it was loose change or a larger gift – thank you. It all adds up, and it all makes a difference.
We’ve already raised over £1,000 (and we’re still counting!) 🙌
A massive shoutout as well to our fantastic team of volunteers – not everyone is pictured here – who gave up their time in the cold to help us collect. Your energy and commitment mean so much.
Every pound raised helps us provide life-changing seaside holidays for children across Derbyshire who need a break, a boost in confidence, and the chance to just be children.
If you missed us on Saturday but would still like to donate, you can do so here:
👉 www.justgiving.com/dchc
Thank you for helping us continue Giving Derbyshire’s Children a Break.
#DerbyCounty #DCFC #Community #Charity #Derbyshire #MakingADifference #GivingBack
1 CommentComment on Facebook
Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre - truly an amazing fundraiser for all of us involved. The generosity of Derby County football supporters is unbelievable. Thanks to all that gave and all the volunteers that helped us on the day.
It's been great to see our fabulous fundraiser Kerry Anderson getting the media recognition she deserves.
Kerry is hosting a 'Be You' charity ball on what would have been her daughter Emily's 30th birthday.
Sadly Emily (pictured below) passed away aged 23. But Kerry is channelling her grief in the most incredible way possible - hosting a ball for us and our friends at Treetops Hospice.
Kerry is pictured below with our own CEO Janine Holmes illustrating the 'anything goes' theme of the ball at Pride Park!
It's a tribute to the free spirit that Emily was.
If you can't make the ball on February 21 there is still a way you can support Kerry and her courage. You can donate here - showing support for Kerry and her courage and our charity too.
www.justgiving.com/page/kerry-anderson-2?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL
See the comments below for Kerry's incredible tale of bravery, grief and 'being you', thanks to the team at Derbyshire Live.
2 CommentsComment on Facebook
The ‘Be You’ ball is a beautiful tribute to Emily, and we’re proud to stand alongside Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre in recognising the strength behind Kerry’s fundraising. Her story reminds us why the care we provide matters so much to local families.
AN EVENING WITH A CRICKET LEGEND
Join us for an unforgettable night with Devon Malcolm OBE – one of the most feared fast bowlers of his generation and a true Derbyshire & England great.
💥 9 wickets for 57 runs vs South Africa
💥 Over 300 international wickets
💥 Famous for raw pace, fearless spells, and iconic moments that defined an era of English cricket
Devon will be sharing stories from his incredible career in an intimate interview setting – honest, funny, and full of insight you won’t hear anywhere else.
📅 Thursday 5th March
📍 Ashbourne Pavilion
🕢 7.30pm
🎟️ £20 (includes sandwich buffet)
The evening is raising money for Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre, with a charity raffle and auction on the night, featuring some seriously special prizes 👇
🎁 Auction highlights include:
🏇 Box for 2 at Uttoxeter Racecourse or Burton Albion
🏏 Table for 2 at the County Ground, donated by Derbyshire County Cricket Club
🏺 Royal Crown Derby plate celebrating Devon’s legendary 9-for-57
👕 Gary Sobers signed shirt
📖 Signed book by Farokh Engineer
📘 Signed book by Devon Malcolm himself
🏎️Ticket for 2 to a Great Northern Classics event
🎟️ Tickets are limited – book in advance:
👉 derbyshirechildrensholidaycentre.beaconforms.com/...
Cricket lovers, Derbyshire supporters, and anyone who enjoys a great story for a great cause – this one’s for you!
1 CommentComment on Facebook
Winston Percival
🌞 Are you looking to do something amazing this summer?
Why not join us as a Holiday Care Team volunteer and help children facing challenging circumstances experience the pure joy of a seaside break 💙
From the magic of sand between their toes, to sandcastle building, laughter, and serious fun by the sea – you’ll be part of something truly special at our Centre in Skegness.
✨ What’s in it for you?
Make a real difference to a child’s life
Build friendships and unforgettable memories
Learn new skills and gain valuable experience
Be part of a warm, supportive team
Have Serious Fun at the seaside
👉 Holiday Care Team volunteer applications for 2026 are now open!
Ready to give a week that could change a child’s life – and yours?
💻 Learn more about volunteering at our Centre here: dchc.org.uk/volunteering/
And apply here: forms.office.com/e/si9mvggAxE
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