Knit A Hat For A Sailor

Woolley Hats - Sailors' Society

Knitters should get their needles at the ready, as the Sailors' Society launches its annual Woolly Hat campaign.

The Woolly Hat Campaign provides seafarers arriving in the UK, often ill-prepared for our weather, with hand-knitted hats to keep themselves warm during the many months they are at sea.

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Lend Puss A Paw

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Do you have some time or a skill that you could volunteer to help cats in need?

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Volunteer In Suffolk's Community Music Project

A Suffolk charity launches an initiative to promote bonding between young and old in local communities.

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Adopting The River Thames

Michael Wale finds the community coming to the rescue of the Thames

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Lend A Paw For Greyhounds

Volunteering can benefit dogs and you.

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Reluctant Retirees

Rather than relaxing into retirement many over 55s want to work with friends, volunteer, learn or enjoy life's luxuries.

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Great Green Leap Day

Put February's extra day to good use by reducing your environmental footprint.

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Aid The Environment

Help the environment by volunteering.

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Working With Wildlife

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Volunteer work with the Wildlife Trust is a fabulous way to experience the great outdoors while helping your local community.

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Green Issues With Michael Wale

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Get Your Hands Dirty, Urges David Bellamy

Michael Wale meets David Bellamy and is swept aside by his enthusiasm and a note of controversy.

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