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A UK resource for people not tied to their computer. You can find places to visit and people to
meet. This asset is constantly being added to by both the authors and the visitors
http://www.ukmeetingpoint.co.uk
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UK Metric Association
Campaign group for "a single rational system of measurement." Aims and principles,
history of UK metrification, metrication mews and links.
http://www.ukma.org.uk/
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Institute for Philanthropy
Aims to promote philanthropy via research, debate, publications and by encouraging the UK
philanthropic sector. Includes research and study opportunities, areas of activity, newsletter,
resources for philanthropic organizations, and contact information.
http://www.instituteforphilanthropy.org.uk/
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The British Club Worldwide
News, humour and features for homesick British expatriates. Links, newsletters and membership
information.
http://www.thebritishclubworldwide.com/
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Common Purpose
A networking, development and training organisation that works with civil society, business and
political leaders. Information on vision, history, case studies and areas of operation.
http://www.commonpurpose.org.uk/home.vdf
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Britain Nigeria Association
For the promotion of friendship between Britain and Nigeria.
http://www.britain-nigeria.fsnet.co.uk/
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Dreamscheme
Community youth development based on young people carrying out community based work projects for
which they earn points, which can be exchanged for trips and activities. History, description,
training and contact details.
http://www.dreamscheme.org.uk/
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The Federation of Information and Advice Centres
An umbrella organisation which provides support services to UK information and advice agencies.
Information on the organisation, on where it is active and on how to get support.
http://www.fiac.org.uk/
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Home Start International
Voluntary organisation which promotes the welfare of families with at least one child under school
age. Includes organisation background, bulletin board, publications and links to country-specific
pages.
http://www.home-start-int.org
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The Community Channel
Providing a digital television channel and interactive website for UK-based charities, community
groups and voluntary organisations.
http://www.communitychannel.org
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Royal African Society
Promotes links and good relations with Africa.
http://www.royalafricansociety.org/
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UrbanRegeneration
Information-source for social landlords looking to regenerate run-down housing estates, to halt the
spiral of decline and unpopular neighbourhoods and to improve the quality of life for residents.
http://www.urban-regeneration.org/
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CSMA
Private home, leisure and motoring organisation for people who have worked for the Civil Service or
an organisation with its roots in the Civil Service. Details of membership benefits and other
services.
http://www.csma.uk.com
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The Association of Speakers Clubs
Organization for people who want to improve their speaking skills. Conference information and
finder for local clubs.
http://www.the-asc.org.uk/
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The Guild of Registered Tourist Guides
The professional association of Tourist Board Registered Blue Badge Guides in Britain.
http://www.blue-badge.org.uk/
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Town Crier of Guildford
Town Crying and Town Criers in the United Kingdom and worldwide.
http://www.angelfire.com/pa/crierandbeadle/
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Anglia in Bloom
A floral and environmental competition for communities in the East Anglia region, linked to Britain
in Bloom
http://www.angliainbloom.co.uk
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St Wilfrids Hospice News
Offering specialist palliative care to the community.
http://www1.domaindlx.com/stwilfrids/
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Open Spaces Society
Organisation that works to protect common land and public rights of way.
http://www.oss.org.uk/
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The Abbeyfield Society
UK organization providing sheltered housing in the voluntary sector.
http://www.abbeyfield.com/
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British Fellowship Club
An association of current and past scholars who have studied in Britain with the help of the
British Council.
http://www.bfc.org.tr
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The Oxford Trust Home Page
Encouraging the study and application of science and technology.
http://www.oxtrust.org.uk/
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The Save British Science Society
Pressure group aiming to improve the scientific health of the UK. Includes information on aims,
documents, campaigns, and activities.
http://www.savebritishscience.org.uk/
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The Work Foundation
Offer research, practical consultancy and constructive advocacy to make workplaces more effective,
more successful and more fulfilling.
http://www.theworkfoundation.com/
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Citizens Advice
National network of Citizens Advice Bureaux. Provides assistance with legal problems, including
debt and consumer issues, benefits, housing, legal matters, employment and immigration.
http://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/
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Action for Market Towns
The national organisation dedicated to promoting the vitality and viability of small towns.
http://www.towns.org.uk/
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Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (ROSPA)
Information about the organisation, its services and activities promoting accident prevention at
work, home, driving, in school, on water and at leisure. Includes downloadable fact sheets.
http://www.rospa.com/cms/index.asp
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ACT Association of Consultants and Trainers in the Voluntary Sector
Promoting good practice in management consultancy and training with arts housing and voluntary
organizations in the UK.
http://www.act-assn.dircon.co.uk
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Standing Council of the Baronetage
Organization maintaining records of baronetages throughout the United Kingdom. Rules, membership
information, list of baronetcies to which no succession has been proven.
http://www.baronetage.org/
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People for Action
National UK network of housing organisations, committed to ideas and actions that put influence and
power into the hands of local people.
http://www.peopleforaction.org.uk
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Merchant Navy Officers
Information about the British Merchant Marine. Includes history, current issues, collections of
photographs and personal recollections.
http://www.merchantnavyofficers.com/
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National Appropriate Adult Network
Works to support agencies who provide appropriate adult services which aim to promote and protect
the rights and interests of young people and vulnerable adults in police custody.
http://www.appropriateadult.com/
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Ethical Exchange
A directory made up of organisations which are managed according to ethical principles.
http://www.ethicalexchange.co.uk/
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RoyalTrees
Sapling trees for sale on behalf of Children in Need, grown from conkers collected at Buckingham
Palace with the Countess of Wessex. Details of the project and contact information.
http://www.royaltrees.co.uk/
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Great Britain-China Centre
Promotes understanding between Britain and China, particularly in the areas of legal and judicial
reform, and labour reform. Provides details of membership, events, background information and an
online magazine.
http://www.gbcc.org.uk
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Traveller Law Research Unit
Research and publication of Traveller-related legal issues; provide referral to UK-wide network of
'Traveller-friendly' legal practitioners and other service providers.
http://www.cf.ac.uk/uwcc/claws/tlru/
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Advisory Service for Squatters
Information and a helpline for squatters and those interested in squatting.
http://www.squat.freeserve.co.uk/
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National Rural Enterprise Centre
Part of the Communications Department of the Royal Agricultural Society of England. Aims to help
rural communities improve their economies by providing research, consultancy and information
transfer. Information about projects and initiatives, performed throughout the UK.
http://www.ruralnetuk.org.uk/
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RuralNet UK Rural Development Network
A network run by National Rural Enterprise Centre, an offshoot of The Royal Agricultural Society of
England. Aims to create suport networks to help rural interests such as businesses. Online
discussion "conferences", details of training services and other support available as
well as contact information.
http://www.ruralnet.org.uk/
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On the Line
Educational millennium project involving cultural exchange between United Kingdom and other
meridian line countries.
http://www.ontheline.org.uk/
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The Royal Agricultural Society of England
Charity devoted to the advancement of British agriculture through good science and stewardship.
Organizers of the Royal Show, the Town and Country Festival and The Amateur Gardening Spring Show.
http://www.rase.org.uk/
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National Association of Citizens Advice Bureaux
Providing assistance with legal problems, including debt and consumer issues, benefits, housing,
legal matters, employment and immigration.
http://www.nacab.org.uk/
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