Kings Award for Voluntary Service
We are delighted to announce that we are one of the seven Cumbrian organisations who have received The Kings Award for Voluntary Service this year.
“Every day, millions of people across the UK are making a difference by volunteering. Each year, outstanding examples of this work are celebrated through the King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS).
Created in 2002 to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee and previously known as The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service (QAVS), the Award has been shining a light on the fantastic work of voluntary groups from all across the UK for many years.
Equivalent to an MBE, KAVS is the highest Award given to local voluntary groups in the UK, and they are awarded for life.”
You can see a full list of the organisations receiving this prestigious award here.
Our volunteers celebrating the news!
The Kirkgate Centre is an entertainment and cultural venue at the heart of the lively community of Cockermouth, Cumbria.
We celebrate our local talent and heritage, and bring top quality professional entertainment to our town and many other communities across the area to the west of the Lake District National Park.
Whether you enjoy films on a big screen, live music, theatre, exhibitions, shows for children and families or community events, Kirkgate has something for everyone. Our quirky character makes us a special venue for weddings, parties, festivals and conferences.
Our mission:
“Creative talent is valued, developed, and supported with opportunities for all to actively engage with and enjoy the arts, our local heritage and community life”
Our values:
Commitment – Our staff and volunteers are dedicated to delivering our mission.
Inclusion – We aim to make art, heritage, and culture accessible to all our communities.
Sustainability – We aim to ensure that the organisation is secure for future generations from both financial and environmental perspective.
Nurturing – We aim to provide an environment that encourages growth, development of skills confidence and enjoyment for all.
WHAT’S ON
The Zone of Interest (12A)
8th May 2024 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
The commandant of Auschwitz, Rudolf Höss, and his wife Hedwig, strive to build a dream life for their family in a house and garden next to the camp. Nominated for 5 Oscars in 2024 including Best International Feature Film and Best Motion Picture of the Year. ‘Taking loose inspiration from a 2014 novel by the late Martin Amis, director Jonathan ...
Poets Out Loud
8th May 2024 8:30pm
Kirkgate Centre
Booking not required *Please note doors open for this event at 8.30pm* Poets Out Loud For writers, readers and listeners from Cumbria and beyond. All are welcome to a most informal evening of poetry at the Kirkgate Centre. It IS for listeners, not just writers. Lovers of poetry and the spoken word who would like to just sit and enjoy ...
Writing Your Story
9th May 2024 10:00am
Kirkgate Centre
Writing your story. Practical tips for writing real lives and fiction Five-week writing course starting on 9 May, £70 Do you have a tale to tell? Stories from your own life or a friend or relative. Or an idea for a thriller, romance or historical novel. Would you like to know how to bring those stories to life? Jacqui Currie ...
Believe! – Romany Magic at Florence Arts Centre
9th May 2024 7:30pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Florence Mine Arts Centre
Come see a quirky, funny, beautiful, original and theatrical magic show! Come hear a story of making dreams come true! Come see classical magic and funny magic and sit so near you can reach out and touch the sparkle! Romany – Diva of Magic, winner of the Las Vegas World Magic Awards and cruise-ship headliner, has hung up her world-travelling ...