Buncroft Farm Visit

Many thanks to Heidi for organising two educational farm visits for the refugee children. They had a guided tour of the farm in the beautiful Worcestershire countryside, fed the cows, goats and sheep, met the ducks, stroked a chicken, learned how birds built their nests and the importance of worms for the fertility of the […]

Marathon Challenge for Redditch charity runner

A Redditch charity runner is aiming to complete his first ever marathon at the age of 63 and raise money for his three favourite charities. Bernard Sugden only took up distance running seven years ago and is now putting in the last few training miles before his ultimate challenge, the Manchester Marathon on April 19th. […]

Letter of Thanks

A Ukrainian lady gave us this lovely “Letter of Thanks” today.It was a really nice gesture. Great to be appreciated.It’s a thank-you to all our volunteers, who give up their time to help the refugees.

Ukrainian mums behind kids’ club in funds plea.

Article from Redditch Advertiser, 27th August 2025. Donations towards the work of Creative Carousel can be made viahttps://tinyurl.com/bdfwvwmc Further information is available via their website: Creative Carousel

Taste of Home Event – The Perfect End to Refugee Week

A successful cultural event in Redditch has been described as the perfect way to end Refugee Week. Around 75 people enjoyed food, dance and friendship at the “Taste of Home” event at Redditch Library. “It was beyond my expectations,” said Sue Yeng, one of the organisers from Bromsgrove & Redditch Welcome Refugees (BRWR). “I’m so […]

Refujuice Delivery Round

Dear Loyal Customer, We’re planning another delivery round for Refujuice – one of the biggest annual fundraisers for Bromsgrove & Redditch Welcome Refugees. And we hope you will all continue your fabulous support for the charity and enjoy some more of this rather lovely apple juice. We will deliver for free, orders of three or […]

Refujuice is Back

Dear loyal customer, We hope you are keeping very well. Our new batch of Refujuice apple juice has been produced and is now available to order by contacting refujuice.brwr@gmail.com. We plan to deliver over the next few weeks – depending on the level of demand – but definitely in plenty of time for Christmas.

Ukrainian lady looking for a new host

One of our Ukrainian friends is looking for a new host ideally somewhere in Worcestershire. She is a friendly, middle-aged woman who’s determined to support her compatriots back in Ukraine, but at the moment she is faced with having nowhere to live. Would you consider being a host? Local councils pay hosts £350 per month […]

BRWR Charity Quiz Night

We have a fund-raising quiz night on Friday 14th November at Redditch Cricket, Hockey and Rugby Club, Only £7 a ticket. Start time 7pm. Come with a team or come on your own. Everyone welcome.

Tanya’s Work recognised by the Mayor of Worcester

A Ukrainian refugee in Bromsgrove who has spent the last year collecting donated UK medical equipment to send to soldiers and civilians injured in the war in her homeland, has been recognised by the Mayor of Worcester. Tanya Kyiko, who lives with hosts in Stoke Prior and is supported by BRWR, has sent a total […]