The Auckland Project
Winner 2026
Volunteer Group of the Year,North East 2026
Announced 23 June 2026.
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Who they are
Bishop Auckland
The Auckland Project is a regeneration charity working to create positive change in Bishop Auckland through heritage, culture, learning and community activity. Its attractions include Auckland Castle, galleries, gardens and community programmes. Volunteers support visitor welcome, gardens, heritage and wider project activity. The organisation is active and continues to recruit through its volunteering programme.
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The Auckland Project has been named Volunteer Group of the Year at the North East 2026 Local Awards , recognising an organisation whose volunteers play a vital role in enriching lives through culture, heritage and community engagement in…
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