Get Involved

Discover how you can make a difference and be a part of our vibrant community at Mellor Brook & District Community Centre. From volunteering opportunities to becoming a committee member, there are various ways for you to get involved and contribute to the thriving community spirit.

Become a Volunteer

Join us in making a positive impact by becoming a volunteer at Mellor Brook Community Centre. Whether you have a few hours to spare or want to be actively involved, there are rewarding opportunities waiting for you. Learn how you can contribute your time and skills to support our community.

Meet the team

At the heart of our Community Centre is a dedicated team of volunteers, committee members, and supportive community partners who give their time, skills, and passion to help our centre thrive.

We are incredibly grateful for the generosity, hard work, and community spirit they bring. This page celebrates the people who help make everything we do possible.

Charlotte Caton

Volunteer, Trustee, Social Media Coordinator & Events Volunteer

Hello, my name is Charlotte, I've grown up in the area and I joined the committee in 2024. I choose to volunteer because I’ve always felt the wonderful community spirit in our village. I had so many good and memorable experiences here as a child, and giving my time now is my way of giving something back. In my spare time I play in the ukulele band and I'm in a local choir. I also enjoy hiking and being outdoors.

John Evans

Volunteer, Committee Member, Handyman/cleaner, Events volunteer.

Hello. I'm John and I’ve lived in Mellor Brook & Balderstone since 1985.

I am originally from Cardiff and moved to Lancashire in 1976. I am a school governor, a PCC member and chair of Samlesbury Area Civic Society. I enjoy cooking, listening to music, the theatre & family activities.

I really enjoy volunteering because we, as a family get so much from our local community, and it’s nice to be able to give something back and hopefully “make a difference”. Volunteering is rewarding and motivating.

I joined the Centre committee in 2014  and I have been reasonably successful in securing much needed funding. I also run the 100 Club and help out at as many “do’s” as I can. I love being part of the MBCC family.

Julie Caton

 

Volunteer, Trustee, Events Volunteer,

Garden Club Co-Ordinator.

Hi everyone, I'm Julie and I've lived in the area for 26 years. I have used the centre on many occasions as it is a fabulous local space with access to many clubs and groups to suit all ages and all needs. In the past I have volunteered at the Brownies, held children's birthday parties here
and attended many events.

I decided that I should become a volunteer in 2018 as I value the centre and enjoy the strong sense of community spirit that it gives.

Volunteering is such a worthwhile role. I have learnt a lot of new skills, met so many talented people and I get a sense of purpose when helping to organise events to raise money to keep the centre going. The role possibly takes a few hours a month, but for me, the reward is much more than that .

Nigel Clarke

Volunteer, Trustee, Treasurer, Events Volunteer

Hi, my name is Nigel and I have lived in the village since the year 2000. Wanting to make new friends locally, I joined the committee shortly after arriving and have held the post of Treasurer since 2008. In recent years I have also helped Albert Britcliffe to run the Film Club - new members always welcome!

Before I came to the village I worked all over the UK in plant biochemistry research before retraining as a teacher in 1995. I moved to Lancashire to marry Sue and then taught at CRGS for over 20 years, retiring in 2024. In my spare time I still play football (walking now), attend concerts (rock and folk) and enjoy travel in the UK and abroad. MBCC has made me feel part of the community and I really hope that other people new to the area will follow in my footsteps and help the centre to continue to be the hub of the village.

Gill Brunnschweiler

 I am a Volunteer, Committee Member and Events Volunteer,

Being a member of the  MBCC involves me helping to organise activities which contribute to the centre’s development.

It also allows me the opportunity to work with others to strengthen the community spirit.

Get involved today!

Contact us to learn more about volunteering opportunities, committee memberships and running classes and groups.