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
Cockermouth Chat Group
3rd April 2025 1:00pm
Kirkgate Centre
PLEASE NOTE: The March meeting will be at the Friend's Meeting House, Kirkgate, CA13 9PH at the usual time of 1pm – 3pm. See you there! A time to chat and share memories over a cup of tea/coffee. From food to school days, to work and travel and all sorts in between. We'll have some photos and artefacts from the ...
Crafts@Kirkgate: Spring Wreath
5th April 2025 10:30am
Kirkgate Centre
Fresh foliage and flower wreath making class, Everything will be provided just come along and enjoy the creative experience. The workshop will take 3 hours.
The Great Big Kirkgate Quiz!
5th April 2025 7:30pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Toby Gaffney is bringing another batch of bafflers and bamboozlers to give the old grey matter a seriously fun work out! With a myriad of rounds to test your general knowledge, powers of observation and lateral thinking Toby will take you on a multimedia journey of head scratching wonderment! Up to six in a team, but it's a friendly affair ...
Bridget Jones Mad About the Boy (15)
7th April 2025 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Bridget Jones navigates life as a widow and single mum with the help of her family, friends, and former lover, Daniel. Back to work and on the apps, she's pursued by a younger man and maybe – just maybe – her son's science teacher. If anything, the series has improved with age. This may be the best one yet. Tom ...