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Volunteers from around the globe dig in to help Friends in Cumbria

11 September 2025

Refugees from across the world have been lending their gardening skills and their muscles to Quakers in South Cumbria. The volunteer team from Furness Refugee Support Group has been helping Swarthmoor Local Meeting to create biodiverse friendship gardens for both wildlife and visitors to enjoy.
Yorkshire Quakers celebrate first ever community camp

21 August 2025

The first ever Yorkshire Quaker Camp took place earlier this month and was booked up within days of being advertised! Plans are now underway for an even bigger event for next year!
Pride party at Saffron Walden

31 July 2025

Quakers in Saffron Walden have much to be proud about. Their town has been named the best place to live in the UK - and civic leaders have followed this up with launching the town's first ever Pride event.