Friends of Morecambe winter gardens

If you feel like you can help make a difference why not get involved and join over 200 (and counting!) Friends?

Become a member

Who are we?

The Friends of the Winter Gardens are responsible for keeping the building and its memories alive, and anyone wanting to be a part of the venue’s future is encouraged to get in touch. Though they’ve been in existence for over three decades, it wasn’t until February 2006, when the friends established Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust to purchase from the then owners Barnfield Construction. the friends had one aim for the building & that is to keep the fire burning at one of Morecambe’s brightest venues.

our Memberships

Adult

£15

/Year

Available
for ages 18 - 60

Each Member benefits from: – 

  • 1 yr Membership Card
  • Semi-annual Newsletter
  • Exclusive Benefits
  • Annual General Meeting Access
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Concession

£12

/Year

available for
Under 18 & over 60

Each Member benefits from: – 

  • 1 yr Membership Card
  • Semi-annual Newsletter
  • Exclusive Benefits
  • Annual General Meeting Access
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Family

£20

/Year

Available for 2 Adults with 2 Children under 16

Each Member benefits from: – 

  • 1 yr Membership Card
  • Semi-annual Newsletter
  • Exclusive Benefits
  • Annual General Meeting Access
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Alternative payments

Alternatively if you wish to pay by cheque or standing order,
Please download A membership form and follow the included instructions.

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New members info

Once you become a member we would encourage you to volunteer to help us out in any way you may be able to. You will receive a regular newsletter by email to keep you updated in terms of all the exciting events running at the venue. You’ll be invited to attend the annual AGM, so you can have your say!

Please note, that the AGM is not a public meeting and therefore only members may attend.

The News

The Friends Newsletter is a Semi-Annual publications with all the latest news, with interesting news about past events we have been a part of. With updates from all friends in our community.

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The Committee

The Friends Committee is responsible for fundraising to help in the restoration of the theatre. We operate the Cafe, offer Membership Subscriptions, operate theatre Tours as well as collecting donations.

Who's on the committee

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The Friends of the Winter Gardens would, of course, be thrilled to hear from you.

We’re always looking for people who are keen to give up their time (in the day or during the evening) to a worthy, volunteer-led cause like ours. The rewards for working in such a renowned building like the Winter Gardens are many; you’ll be helping to keep the spirit of the property well and truly alive while meeting a friendly group who’ll make you feel part of something really special.

Why Volunteer

From helping out at our Friday evening paranormal group to lending a hand to those with learning difficulties, you can bring your unique skills to the venue and maybe find a new hobby or meet a new friend along the way.

More the Merrier

We operate on a ‘more the merrier’ basis; anyone and everyone is welcome to help. You just need the willingness to get stuck in at a time to suit you.

you decide

You could help by serving customers behind our cafe, or serving drinks at the bar; ours is a community-run venue and we rely on kind-hearted volunteers to keep the building ticking along.

Fundraise

On top of that, we’re always open to fundraising ideas too. We’d love to have you onboard in whatever capacity that may be.

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FAQ

Volunteer roles include:- 
Front of House
Backstage
Cafe
Fundraiser
Cleaner

Yes, you can, please click the Join our Volunteers button to fill out our volunteer application form, once completed we will get back to you for an introduction meeting.

  • By becoming a Friend of the Winter Gardens you are helping to support the theatre to move forward with it’s ongoing restoration.
    You will receive a newsletter several time’s a year updating you on our progress and events that we hold.
  • As a member you are invited to attend our Annual General Meeting, It will also entitle you to a discount on some of our events including the occasional special events, just for the Friends.
  • Being a Friend means you can meet other like minded people who share your interest in our theatre.
  • As a Friend you may want to volunteer to help with things like serving in our Cafe, greeting our visitors, helping with our tombola or raffle. You may want to help out at events as well. 

Yes, all our volunteers are required to fill out a volunteer application form for insurance purposes due to the nature of the building.

Visit Us

  • 209 Marine Road, Morecambe, LA4 4BU
  • friends@morecambewintergardens.co.uk
  • 01524 409009