Members of the Ancre Somme Association (ASA) Charity travelled to County Cavan on Saturday, 30 May 2026, to mark the centenary of the passing of Major-General Sir Oliver Stewart Wood Nugent KCB, DSO, the distinguished commander of the 36th (Ulster) Division during the First World War.
On Saturday 25th April, ASA Charity proudly celebrated the Centenary of the Birth of Queen Elizabeth II with a successful Elizabethan Fayre and Exhibition at Brownlow Courtyard, Lurgan.
The Ancre Somme Association (ASA) Charity would like to extend its sincere thanks to everyone who supported the recent Big Breakfast fundraiser in aid of the Northern Ireland Purple Poppy Memorial.
Representatives of the Ancre Somme Association Charity (ASA) were honoured to visit the Houses of Parliament this week as guests of Carla Lockhart MP, who proudly serves as a UK Ambassador for the charity.
On Wednesday, March 11th, 2026, the Ancre Somme Association Charity observed the 50th anniversary of the IRA terrorist attack at West Ham Underground Station, which took place on March 15th, 1976, by holding a memorial service to honour those affected by the tragedy.
The Ancre Somme Association Charity will host a short memorial service to mark the 50th Anniversary of the West Ham Station attack, honouring the memory of those affected and paying tribute to the courage and sacrifice shown on that tragic day.
The ASA Charity was proud to host a representative of the UDR Benevolent Fund at its headquarters in Brownlow Courtyard, Lurgan, further strengthening partnerships dedicated to supporting veterans and their families.
The ASA Charity’s latest delivery certainly turned a few heads as it made its journey – a striking wooden horse crafted by the fantastic team at Annaghmore Men’s Shed.
Lord Mayor Alderman Stephen Moutray will host a special Lord Mayor’s Big Breakfast in support of the Northern Ireland Purple Poppy Memorial, backing the work of the Ancre Somme Association Charity.
The Ancre Somme Association Charity was honoured to welcome the United States Consul General in Belfast, James Applegate, on a return visit to its headquarters at Brownlow Courtyard, Lurgan.
