Newton Abbot Town Council

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and 2.00 - 4.30pm

Tel: 01626 201120
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Associations in Newton Abbot

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  • Age Concern »
    The Ballroom, Minerva House, 2 Highweek Street, Newton Abbot. TQ12 1TQ 0845 296 7810
  • Alcoholics Anonymous
    08457 697555
  • ALLOTMENTS »
    Newton Abbot & District Allotments Association manage the allotments on behalf of the Town Council. The sites are: Decoy Coach Road Bradley Field Cooke's Field Blake's Field There is currently a waiting list but if you are interested in taking on an allotment please contact Jo White on 07812 684 399. Contact the Town Hall for details
  • Alzheimers Disease Society (South Devon Branch)
    It is our mission to provide information about dementia and living with dementia to people with dementia, their carers, families and friends, and also to professionals. We are linked to a number of local carers support groups and provide a range of activities for people with dementia and those caring for them. The independant advice and support that our branch offers is in high demand. All our work depends on our dedicated volunteers and fundraising efforts. Many of our volunteers have first hand experience of caring for someone with dementia which adds a special dimension to what we offer. If you would like to support our important work there are a number of volunteering opportunities available. As we embark on a new phase of development there couldn't be a better time to join us! We also appreciate donations to support our work in the South Devon area. Contact: 01803 669216
  • Arthritis Care
    Ms Linda Darbyshire, Chairman. 01803 812292
  • Asthma Campaign, National Helpline
    0845 7010203 Asthma UK is the charity dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the 5.2 million people in the UK whose lives are affected by asthma. We work together with people with asthma, health professionals and researchers to develop and share expertise to help people increase their understanding and reduce the effect of asthma on their lives. Our vision is 'control over asthma today, freedom from asthma tomorrow'.
  • Autumn Club
    Contact Monica Sanders (secretary): 01626 362251 We are a senior citizens club founded in 1971 with a membership of over 30, whose ages range from 58-95! We meet every 2nd and 4th Mondays in the month 2:00-4:00pm (except Aug) at the Newton Abbot Town Hall. We have speakers, entertainers, mystery outings (usually June & Sept) and we also have a Christmas lunch at the Old coaching House, Chudleigh, for which a coach is arranged and our own entertainment is allowed all afternoon. Members pay just £1.50 per meeting including tea and biscuits. We are an extremely happy club and would welcome any new members at any time.
  • Ball Clay Heritage Society »
    John Pike Chairman Telephone: 01626 354404
  • Barn 0wl Trust
    Waterleat, Ashburton 01364 653026
  • Blind, Royal National Institute
    Helpline: 0845 7669999 We are the UK’s leading charity offering information, support and advice to over two million people with sight loss. Our pioneering work helps anyone with a sight problem – not just with braille and Talking Books, but with imaginative and practical solutions to everyday challenges. People are still losing their sight unnecessarily. We campaign to eliminate avoidable sight loss and support research into the causes and latest treatments of eye disease.
  • British Red Cross Society
    90 Queen Street. 01626 369731
  • Cancer Relief Macmillan Fund »
    0845 6016161 We are a source of support, helping with all the things people affected by cancer want and need, and a force for change, pushing for better cancer care.
  • Cancer Research (Force) »
    01392 402875 for fundraising, 01392 406151 for patient support FORCE is an established cancer charity based in Exeter. Our work finances improvements in patient care through research, the purchase of advanced equipment and our new Information and Support Centre conveniently located in the grounds of the RD&E Hospital.
  • Cancer Research UK, Newton Abbot & District Committee
    Contacts: Hon Chairman: Barbara Haarer 01626-361133 Hon Secretary: Jill Blanchard 01626-365688 The first Newton Abbot committee raising funds for cancer research was formed in 1953 and since its formation over £345,000 has been raised to fund cancer research. During the last 12 years alone almost £250,000 has been raised. The Newton Abbot & District Committee of Cancer Research UK is one of the most active and successful committees in the country. The committee raises money to fund research into many forms of cancer, and is proud to fund the work of scientists, researchers and trials in the West Country as well as in other facilities around the UK. /Together we will beat cancer !
  • Careers Advice
    Connexions Devon & Cornwall Ltd,  01803 200202 The Company's purpose is to help all its customers to engage in learning and work. This is achieved through managing the delivery and provision of government funded programmes, primarily in the areas of information, advice and guidance support services to young people and persons of all ages. The core values of the Company are to be: • Customer focused • Efficient and to offer value for money • Responsive to customer need and to provide relevant services • Champions of fairness and equality of opportunity for customers and our employees • Champions of partnership collaboration and co-operation • Innovative and to pursue continuous improvement in all activities • Trusting of our employees and to offer them development and learning opportunities.
  • Carers National Association
    01626 365023
  • Chamber of Trade & Commerce
    Newton Abbot & District Secretary: Mr Buchan-Telfer- 01626 369513 Email: NACROFT@freenet.co.uk
  • Childbirth Trust, National
    01803 613819
  • Civic Society, Newton Abbot
    01626 333221
  • Council for Voluntary Service, Newton Abbot & Teignbridge
    Maltings Resource Centre, Teign Road, Newton Abbot 01626 203050
  • CRUSE Bereavement Care
    01626 332450 Cruse Bereavement Care exists to promote the well-being of bereaved people and to enable anyone bereaved by death to understand their grief and cope with their loss. The organisation provides support and offers information, advice, education and training services.
  • Cystic Fibrosis Trust
    Switchboard: 020 8464 7211, Email: enquiries@cftrust.org.uk for general enquiries The Cystic Fibrosis Trust is the UK's only national charity dedicated to all aspects of Cystic Fibrosis (CF). We fund research to treat and cure CF and aim to ensure appropriate clinical care and support for people with Cystic Fibrosis.
  • Deaf, Childrens Society, Devon
    Rachael Harris 01626 824810
  • Devon Dyslexia Association
    Ann Druary - 01404 822978
  • Devon Senior Council - Newton Abbot & Kingsteignton »
    Mrs D. Kaye 18 St. Mary's Court Highweek Street NEWTON ABBOT TQ12 1FB
  • Diabetes UK (Torbay Branch)
    01803 844222 Diabetes UK is the charity for people with diabetes, their family, friends and carers. Our mission is to improve the lives of people with the condition and work towards a future without diabetes.
  • Disability Information Service
    01803 552175, disabilityinformation@torbay.gov.uk Torbay Disability Information Service provides specialist information and advice for people with disabilities, carers and families in Torbay. The aim of the Service is to support self-care, independence and optimum quality of life.
  • Dyrons Journal for Visually Handicapped
    01626 369372
  • Epilepsy, British
    01803 856735
  • Guide Dogs for the Blind Association »
    Suite 2 Chiltern House Matford Court Sigford Rd Exeter EX2 8NL Tel: 01392 825200 Fax: 01392 825222 Provision of guide dogs and other mobility services for visually impaired individuals throughout the counties of Devon & Cornwall
  • ME/PVFS/CFS Support Group »
    Contact: 01803 554724 (Tues- Fri 11am-4pm) Email: me-cfs-torbay@hotmail.co.uk The Torbay Support Group is a positive and constructive self-help group. They offer caring support, sound advice and information on the best mangement of these conditions to sufferers and carers and also provide the chance to speak to other suffers and to exchange ideas. Meetings are informal and friendly and are held on the last Tues of every month, 7-9pm (except Aug & Dec) at The Hollacombe Community Resource Centre, Paignton.
  • Mencap Society, Newton Abbot & District
    01626 363243
  • Motor Neurone Disease Assoc.
    Mrs Matthews 01803 665452
  • Multiple Sclerosis Society- South Devon Branch »
    0845 6020805 The branch aims to support all those affected by the disease, including carers and other family members. There are close links with the Health and Social Care services; there are regular exercise classes and social get-togethers, and we have organised activities for the whole family. For further information please phone us or check our website.
  • Parent Line (Devon)
    Parents Helping Parents 0808 8002222
  • Parkinsons Disease Society (Torbay District)
    01803 554717
  • People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals
    21 Queen St. Newton Abbot  01626 363892
  • Probus Club
    Secretary- Gordon Plahn: 01626 773971 The Probus Club is a gentleman’s club for retired businessmen. Meetings are held twice a month at the Cockhaven Manor Inn, Bishopsteignton to discuss different agendas.
  • RNLI (Royal National Lifeboat Institute)
    Fundraising only, Contact Tony Watson: 01626 870260
  • Rotary Club »
    Dartmoor Vale 01626 775252
  • Royal British Legion
    Ashburton Branch 01364 653987
  • Royal British Legion
    N A Branch & Womens Section 01626 353494 The Royal British Legion is a membership charity organisation. Our aims are to support members of the armed forces, ex members of the armed forces and their dependants. Our main objective throughout the year is to raise funds for the poppy appeal.
  • Royal Naval Association
    Mr RF Butler- 01626 361916 The association is a naval ex service organisation that looks after the welfare of ex naval personnel. They meet on the 2nd Mon of the month (8pm) at the Royal British Legion, Newton Abbot.
  • Royal Observer Corps. Assoc.
    01626 821522
  • S.A.N.D.S. (Stillborn and Neonatal Death Society) for bereaved parents
    Paignton 552661
  • Salvation Army
    28 Union St., Newton Abbot 01626 352870
  • Samaritans, The
    21 Warren Road, Torquay. 01803 299999
  • Save the Children Fund
    01364 661511
  • Sea Cadet Corps and Marine Society- TS Canonteign - Teign Valley Unit 609 »
    Sea Cadets A nationwide voluntary youth organization run by enthusiastic adult volunteers. Open to young people aged 10 Junior to 18 Senior our role is to provide personal development opportunities and support in a maritime context for children and young persons. The Corps is aligned to the Royal Navy but learning skills are developed from all the sea services. If you want fun, friendship, adventure and learning skills for life, undertaken in a safe disciplined environment based on waterborne activities contact us to see what we can offer. For older Cadets 15+ we offer the opportunity to obtain BTEC Diplomas in a number of training programmes through the "College of the Sea" http://www.ms-sc.org/Marine-Society/Content/Education. Children or young people with special needs are encouraged to join in, the Corps is inclusive and the local team welcome anyone who wants to be involved with the activities we can offer. We are growing in Teignbridge, in future it is planned to extend our activities to a number of Towns in the Teign Valley it is hoped that these detachments will eventually include Marine Cadets. Please note: Unlike other Service Cadet organisations the Sea Cadet Corps, the oldest youth organisation in the UK, are independent charitable groups under an "umbrella" organisation run and administered locally by a group of trustees who work closely with uniformed staff to raise funds to pay for local activities, provide accommodation and logistical support, we would welcome any financial assistance you or your organisation can offer. Local information can be found at Tel: 01626 – 776565/777818
  • South Devon Cats Rehoming »
    Chairman- Mr Rosenberg: 01803 812099 Homing Officer- Mrs Rosenberg: 01803 812099 Membership Secretary- Mrs lane: 01803 865060 This new charity was set up to help alleviate the problems that exist with unwanted cats. Originally cats were rehomed through the "South Devon Animal Shelter", but unfortunately this dissolved. Experience from the last year was a clear indication that help was still needed for the cats and hence why this charity has been set up. If you would like to help the South Devon Cats Rehoming Charity in any way, helping at events or wishing to rehome a cat, or even become a subsciber, please contact the above.
  • South Devon Sports Assoc. for Disabled
    Chairman 01626 212267
  • South Devon Women’s Aid Helpline
    01364 644088 South Devon Women’s Aid (SDWA) covers the South Hams, Teignbridge, West Devon and Torbay; supporting women and children who have been affected by domestic violence or abuse. They run a helpline which is open from 10-3 Mon-Fri and 7-9 pm Wed eve. They are able to offer individual support and advocacy, an education programme called ‘pattern changing’, and specialist domestic violence counseling.
  • SSAFA (Soldiers, Sailors, Airmans Families Association
    01392 254611
  • St John Fellowship
    Newton Abbot & District  01626 352743
  • St John’s Ambulance
    Newton Abbot Division 01626 365112, Devon County HQ 01392 824445
  • Stover Canal Society »
    Roger Harding 01803 872795
  • Stroke Association Information Centre
    01392 447362 The Stroke Association aims to raise awareness of strokes and to make people aware of the symptoms and risk factors of strokes. They provide support for stroke victims and their carers. There are offices in Newton Abbot; details of these can be provided on the helpline.
  • Teignbridge Access Group
    Secretary - 01364 661572 Email: tagdevon@dsl.pibex.com Teignbridge Access Group aim to provide disability access for local people and for people visiting Newton Abbot. They campaign for better facilities in the area and have developed close links with Teignbridge District Council and Newton Abbot Town Council.
  • Teignbridge CVS »
    Teignbridge CVS, Forde House, Brunel Rd, Newton Abbot. 01626 215902 Charity no: 1013756 Just a little of your time could make the worls of difference to a voluntary or communtiy group. Without volunteers many organisations would not be able to provide valuable services to the local community. The volunteer Agency can tell you more about what's involved, without any obligation. The Service is free, confidential and non-judgmental.
  • Teignbridge District Scout Council
    Jane Gourd The association covers the whole area of Teignbridge where there is scouting. Any queries, contact Jane and she can give you further details.
  • Teignmouth Lifeboat Guild
    01626 776936
  • Torbay Support Group »
    They run the ME/PVFS/CFS Support Group but also offer a gentle yoga/stretching class on Mondays where mixed abilities can do some exercise and relaxation in a chair. Contact 01803 554724 for more details.
  • Torch Trust for the Blind
    2nd Sat. Prospect Chapel. 2.30 p.m. 01626 367489
  • Twinning Assoc., Kingskerswell
    01803 873005/873800
  • Twinning Assoc., Kingsteignton
    01626 361452
  • Twinning Assoc., Newton Abbot & District
    Persis and James Stewart 01626 361808, Email: JBS.CO@BIGFOOT.COM St. Marys, Forches Cross, Bovey Road, Newton Abbot, TQ12 6PU. Newton Abbot Twinning Association was formed in 1979. This is an independent, self-financing, active association that seeks to build as many bridges of understanding and friendship as possible between the people of the various twin towns. It is responsible for making the arrangements for exchange visits between the interested residents of the towns. The association is always actively seeking to expand its membership and welcomes enquiries from prospective new “Twinners”.
  • Victim Support, Devon
    Oak Place Newton Abbot TQ12 2EX tel. 01626 356695
  • YAC (Youth Advice Centre)
    Teign Rd, Newton Abbot. 01626 202530