by OpenCountry | Apr 30, 2024 | Open Country News
Welcome to the first in a regular series of posts – Voices of Open Country We’ll be talking to our members, volunteers, supporters and staff to find out more about them, their connection to Open Country and and the difference our charity makes to people....
by OpenCountry | Apr 24, 2024 | Open Country News
A sell-out audience at Harrogate’s West Park Hotel was held in rapt attention as ice swimming champion, open water swimmer extraordinaire, and amputee Jonty Warneken spoke at a fundraising event for Open Country. Record-breaking Jonty – the first amputee to complete...
by OpenCountry | Mar 19, 2024 | Open Country News
Are you passionate about the outdoors and eager to support disabled individuals in accessing and enjoying the countryside? Open Country – a dynamic Yorkshire charity – is seeking a dedicated Volunteer Treasurer to play a pivotal role in our journey of...
by OpenCountry | Mar 6, 2024 | Open Country News
“Small changes can make an enormous difference to improving access for all. It is important to remember that any barrier – however well intentioned – will be a barrier to someone.” – David Shaftoe, Open Country We’ve been delighted to...
by OpenCountry | Feb 27, 2024 | Open Country News
There is a chance for people to share an inspirational evening with para swimmer Jonty Warneken in Harrogate this April. Jonty was the first amputee to swim the North Channel from Northern Ireland to Scotland solo and his story is one of bravery and overcoming...
by OpenCountry | Feb 8, 2024 | Open Country News
Are you ready to embark on exciting outdoor adventures right in your local Wakefield district? Open Country is thrilled to introduce our newest initiative, the Wakefield Breakfree Pack! Designed to inspire and inform, this pack is your key to discovering accessible...
by OpenCountry | Feb 1, 2024 | Open Country News
We have collated the results from our 2023 Annual survey. Here are some examples of our member and volunteer responses: A total of 77.77% have been involved with Open Country for over 5 years. Respondents engage in a variety of services, showcasing the broad appeal...
by OpenCountry | Oct 11, 2023 | Open Country News
We’re increasingly aware that disabled people want the same ability to access ‘Bluespace’ (or ‘water‘, as we used to call it!) as anyone else. This might, for example, be the ability to access canal boats, have ramped access to wild swimming opportunities or to enjoy...
by OpenCountry | Aug 2, 2023 | Open Country News
With thanks to the National Lottery Community Fund’s Know Your Neighbourhood scheme, Open Country have been able to start a new satellite project from Wakefield in Barnsley district. The two-year funding has allowed us to recruit Bob Mawson, our new...
by OpenCountry | Apr 24, 2023 | Open Country News
New opportunities for Barnsley’s folk! Thanks to funding from the National Lottery Community Fund “Know Your Neighbourhood”, Open Country are excited to be able to launch a new outreach project in Barnsley! To help us organise and run a range of...
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