RED RAY'S LIFT APPEAL
Bedwas Workmens’ Hall is one of the few remaining Miners’ halls, built in 1923 from the miners’ pennies.
It is a vital community resource. Hundreds of people of all ages in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen use the hall weekly- schools, theatre and dance groups, choirs, youth clubs and clubs for the retired, and Adult Education classes. The Workmens Hall is a versatile venue, seating 500, with stage, lighting, sound equipment, backstage changing rooms and a bar.
But Bedwas Workmens Hall is in danger.
As it approaches its centenary, It needs urgent maintenance. Most urgently, there is now a legal obligation to make it accessible to all under the 2005 Disability Act. There is no lift up the two flights of steep stairs, and the elderly and disabled are either prevented from taking part, or have to endure the indignity of being carried up the fire escape.
Why Red Ray’s Lift Appeal?
Councillor Ray Davies fought hard to improve the Hall for the people of Bedwas, Machen and Trethomas. But at his memorial service, we saw at first hand the disappointment his family and friends had in not being able to take part in the remembrance because they could not get up the stairs.
Through voluntary efforts, the community has raised money towards the £80,000 estimated cost of a two storey lift. This is part of a phased £1.5m improvement scheme, including building repairs, and essential facilities such as disabled toilets, which will see the Workmens Hall become a wonderful community resource, accessible to all.
With your help, we can make Bedwas Workmens Hall the jewel in the crown of the Caerphilly basin, and fulfil Ray’s dream.
Please help us by making a donation,
large or small, towards the cost of a lift.
You can donate online at JustGiving.com.
http://campaign.justgiving.com/charity/bedwasworkmenshall/red-rays-appeal
or
Cheques can be made payable to
BEDWAS WORKMENS HALL
And sent by post to Bedwas Workmens Hall, Newport Road,
Bedwas, Caerphilly CF83 8BJ
If you prefer to pay by standing order, please fill in your contact details
ON THE CONTACT PAGE to receive a Standing Order form by post or email.
BEDWAS WORKMENS HALL
Newport Road, Bedwas CF83 8BJ
For enquiries about hiring the Hall,
please contact the Booking Officer,
c/o Bedwas Workmens Hall
website www.bedwasworkmenshall.co.uk
email: bedwasworkmenshall@gmail.com
Phone: 02920 889027
Mobile: 07572235120
The Workmens Hall committee welcomes new members and volunteers.
Ray Davies: Commemorative DVD £6 + £1 p&p
Following his death in May, the life of the well loved peace campaigner Councillor Ray Davies was celebrated in the Temple of Peace, Cardiff, on July 4 with songs and anecdotes.
A dvd of that memorable event will be available shortly. It includes a live recording of some of the songs from the many campaigns he was involved in- "Miners Lifeguard", "Solidarity Forever ""Nkosi Sikelele", "The Wall", "Guantanamera" ,"Yma o Hyd" - in the incredible acoustics of the Temple of Peace; and tributes from Wayne David MP, Paul Flynn MP, Lindsay Whittle AM, Angharad Tomos and many others whose lives Ray touched.
Proceeds from the sale of the dvds will go to Red Ray's Lift appeal, to enable his beloved Bedwas Workmen's Hall to be fully accessible to the community.
Until 31 November, the dvds will be available at a special price of £6 (minimum donation) plus £1 p+p.
For more information or to reserve an advance copy, contact
Wendy Lewis
172 Pandy Rd
Bedwas
Caerphilly
CF83 8EP
07415899661
or email :
wendya.lewis@sky.com
or
corcochion@gmail.com
We will also be holding stock at the hall - just ask one of our volunteer members
