Charity honoured to support local organisation
ASAADMIN • April 24, 2025
Ancre Somme Association Charity Vice-Chairman, Ashley Forbes, recently presented a cheque, on behalf of the chairty, to Richard Edgar, Portadown Branch, Ulster Defence Regiment CGC Regimental Association.
The £750 was raised through sales of a his book, The Price of Peace, that was sold through the charity's online store, the Empire Poppy Store.
Vice-Chair Ashley Forbes stated, "We are pleased to support local community groups and organisations, and we hold the service of those who served in the Ulster Defence Regiment in the highest regard."
Richard Edgar expressed his gratitude to the charity for its support and for its instrumental role in ensuring the sacrifices of Ulster Defence Regiment personnel are never forgotten.
Representatives of the Ancre Somme Association (ASA) Charity were honoured to attend the 110th Anniversary Commemorations of the Battle of the Somme at the Ulster Memorial Tower, Thiepval, France, joining thousands from across the United Kingdom and beyond in paying tribute to those who fought and fell during one of the most significant battles of the First World War.
The Ancre Somme Association (ASA) Charity would like to extend its sincere thanks to everyone who attended our recent presentation by author and historian Mark Scott at Brownlow Courtyard, Lurgan.
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.
