I thought I would email to say a massive thank you for all of your support over this last year. Your support has been invaluable to the police and also the VEO team and we are very lucky to have you especially in our moments where we are desperately trying to secure emergency accommodation or just help with travel costs for a fleeing victim. I do not know what we would have done without your support and guidance. One particular case stands out for me where you supported me with a Zimbabwean victim who was trying to flee her abusive relationship from her husband. She had visa issues and also very reliant upon her husband, but with our joint up approach the victim was in good hands and you happened to know of a Zimbabwean community who you put the victim in touch with, where she was offered help and support, was offered 121 support and was able to stay with another Zimbabwean female, you also managed to get her free legal advice around her visa.
This is just one of many examples where you have exceeded our expectations, so thank you again for all your hard work and support ๐.
I have used QPCO on several occasions and have been overwhelmed by the speed in which they have been able to arrange accommodation for vulnerable victims of rape / serious sexual offences. One of my victims had a chaotic lifestyle and was living in an unsafe and toxic situation and was then raped and sexually exploited. The second victim was in an abusive marriage and her husband had repeatedly raped / sexually abused her. After exploring various avenues for help with temporary housing (for the second victim I had been chasing Harrow housing for four days), I contacted QPCO very late in the day for both victims, and within ten minutes they had arranged hotel accommodation with breakfast. This allowed us the time to find a more appropriate and long term solution for both victims, getting them to a place of safety and ensuring relevant agencies were able to support both ladies. QPCO most certainly go the extra mile to support vulnerable people, offering both practical and emotional support, including food banks, interpreting, signposting etc. This is probably the most supportive voluntary agency I have worked with in a long time and their passion for vulnerable people is remarkable to see โ we need more agencies like this to support the work we do because statutory services are stretched and cannot offer immediate support in many instances. Marie-Ange will make herself available at all hours โ including late at night โ to ensure a victim has food, clothing, toiletries etc. Every member of the QPCO family is kind, empathic and generous in both their time and energy โ all a huge asset to Bedford.
Make a donation Get in touchJoin our community and connect with us on our other social media channels to stay in the loop with our latest news, events, and stories from people just like you - because everyone is welcome here!
๐โโ๏ธ Support Marco`s London Marathon Mission for QPCO! ๐โโ๏ธ
Marco Paganini, a dedicated maths teacher at Castle Newnham School, is taking on the 2025 @londonmarathon to raise vital funds for Queenโs Park Community Organisation (QPCO)! ๐
QPCO is at the heart of Bedford, providing crucial support to those facing poverty, mental health challenges, and social isolation. From youth programs to advocacy for domestic abuse survivors, their work strengthens our community.
Marcoโs training is already in full swing, with the Liverpool Half-Marathon in March as a major milestone. Now, he needs your help! ๐
๐ Sponsor Marco today and help make a difference! Every donation fuels both his marathon journey and the incredible work of QPCO.
๐ฒ Visit our website to donate and show your support!
#londonmarathon2025 #charity #sponsorship
๐โโ๏ธ Support Marco`s London Marathon Mission for QPCO! ๐โโ๏ธ
Marco Paganini, a dedicated maths teacher at Castle Newnham School, is taking on the 2025 @londonmarathon to raise vital funds for Queenโs Park Community Organisation (QPCO)! ๐
QPCO is at the heart of Bedford, providing crucial support to those facing poverty, mental health challenges, and social isolation. From youth programs to advocacy for domestic abuse survivors, their work strengthens our community.
Marcoโs training is already in full swing, with the Liverpool Half-Marathon in March as a major milestone. Now, he needs your help! ๐
๐ Sponsor Marco today and help make a difference! Every donation fuels both his marathon journey and the incredible work of QPCO.
๐ฒ Visit our website to donate and show your support!
#londonmarathon2025 #charity #sponsorship
๐๐ WHAT A DAY! ๐๐ A massive THANK YOU to everyone who joined us at Harpur Square for an unforgettable St. Patrickโs Day! ๐ฎ๐ชโจ The energy, the music, the dancing, the incredible community spirit - it was all simply amazing!
๐ถ Huge shoutout to our incredible musicians who brought the heart of Ireland to Bedford. Including: The Castle Session Band / Chris Law Music / The Barrys / The Black and Gold / Out of the Hat / The Also-rans
๐๐ป A round of applause for the talented dancers from Stuart Irish Dance Bedford who wowed us all!
๐ฝ๏ธ Cheer to The Kings Arms, Bedford for the delicious Irish treats & Flightcase Bars who kept us topped up with Guinness all day long!
๐ป And of course, to all of you who came, celebrated, and made this event so specialโgo raibh maith agat! (thank you!)
Thank you to @bedfordboroughcouncil & @the_harpur_trust HarpurTrust for collaborating with us to bring this community event to our town. We couldnโt have asked for a better day of fun, laughter, and connection. Until next yearโฆ Slรกinte! ๐ปโ๏ธ
๐ธ Keep posted for more event photos and share your favourite moments with us tagging @QPCOBedford!
#StPatricksDay #Bedford #IrishCulture #ThankYou #CommunitySpirit #LiveMusic
๐๐ WHAT A DAY! ๐๐ A massive THANK YOU to everyone who joined us at Harpur Square for an unforgettable St. Patrickโs Day! ๐ฎ๐ชโจ The energy, the music, the dancing, the incredible community spirit - it was all simply amazing!
๐ถ Huge shoutout to our incredible musicians who brought the heart of Ireland to Bedford. Including: The Castle Session Band / Chris Law Music / The Barrys / The Black and Gold / Out of the Hat / The Also-rans
๐๐ป A round of applause for the talented dancers from Stuart Irish Dance Bedford who wowed us all!
๐ฝ๏ธ Cheer to The Kings Arms, Bedford for the delicious Irish treats & Flightcase Bars who kept us topped up with Guinness all day long!
๐ป And of course, to all of you who came, celebrated, and made this event so specialโgo raibh maith agat! (thank you!)
Thank you to @bedfordboroughcouncil & @the_harpur_trust HarpurTrust for collaborating with us to bring this community event to our town. We couldnโt have asked for a better day of fun, laughter, and connection. Until next yearโฆ Slรกinte! ๐ปโ๏ธ
๐ธ Keep posted for more event photos and share your favourite moments with us tagging @QPCOBedford!
#StPatricksDay #Bedford #IrishCulture #ThankYou #CommunitySpirit #LiveMusic
๐๐ฅ Did you catch us on the news last night? ๐ฅ๐
If not, donโt worry - you can relive the joy of our St. Patrickโs Day celebration right here! ๐ฎ๐ชโจ ITV News East Anglia stopped by to capture the incredible atmosphere and speak with our charity director about the importance of this event in celebrating Irish culture and community in Bedford.
๐ถ From live music and Irish dancing to delicious food and plenty of craic, it was truly a day to remember! A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us and made it so special. ๐
#StPatricksDay #Bedford #IrishCulture #CommunityCelebration #ITVNews
๐๐ฅ Did you catch us on the news last night? ๐ฅ๐
If not, donโt worry - you can relive the joy of our St. Patrickโs Day celebration right here! ๐ฎ๐ชโจ ITV News East Anglia stopped by to capture the incredible atmosphere and speak with our charity director about the importance of this event in celebrating Irish culture and community in Bedford.
๐ถ From live music and Irish dancing to delicious food and plenty of craic, it was truly a day to remember! A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us and made it so special. ๐
#StPatricksDay #Bedford #IrishCulture #CommunityCelebration #ITVNews
๐๐บTODAY`S THE DAY! ๐๐บ Join us from 12pm - 5pm at Harpur Square for a fun-filled day of celebration for Irish culture and community.
๐ถLive music from incredible Irish bands
๐ฝ๏ธTraditional Irish food
๐๐ป Irish dancing taster sessions
๐ปGuinness bar & great craic all day
Don`t miss this unforgettable day filled with music, dance, drink, and community spirit! Bring your friends & family - everyone`s welcome๐๐
๐ Hosted by Queen`s Park Community Organisation - Back to Our Roots Project
โ๏ธ More info: @QPCOBedford / qpco.org.uk / 07436373521 or 07436373540
#stpatricksday #bedford #irisihculture #LiveMusic #CommunityCelebration
๐๐บTODAY`S THE DAY! ๐๐บ Join us from 12pm - 5pm at Harpur Square for a fun-filled day of celebration for Irish culture and community.
๐ถLive music from incredible Irish bands
๐ฝ๏ธTraditional Irish food
๐๐ป Irish dancing taster sessions
๐ปGuinness bar & great craic all day
Don`t miss this unforgettable day filled with music, dance, drink, and community spirit! Bring your friends & family - everyone`s welcome๐๐
๐ Hosted by Queen`s Park Community Organisation - Back to Our Roots Project
โ๏ธ More info: @QPCOBedford / qpco.org.uk / 07436373521 or 07436373540
#stpatricksday #bedford #irisihculture #LiveMusic #CommunityCelebration
๐๐บONE DAY TO GO...UNTIL BEDFORD`S BIGGEST ST. PATRICK`S DAY CELEBRATION! ๐๐บ
The countdown to our St. Patrick`s Day Celebration Party is nearing its end!๐๐Each day, we`ve been spotlighting one of the incredible acts set to take the stage - bringing you the best of Irish music, dance, and entertainment!
๐ค See out the day with: The Also-rans ๐ถ
The Also-Rans โ where good times, great friends, and incredible music come together! Formed in 2022, this ever-evolving lineup is all about celebrating the joy of live music, rich in heritage and tradition. You never know who might take the stage, but one thingโs for sureโthe atmosphere is always electric! Expect the best of Irish songs, folk favorites, and a mix of musical styles guaranteed to get your feet tapping.
Come along, reconnect with old friends, sing a few tunes, and leave your worries behind for a while on Sunday 16th March 2025 from 12pm - 5pm at Harpur Square in Bedford for a fun-filled day of music, dance, drink, and craic community spirit! Bring your friends & family - everyone`s welcome๐๐
๐ Hosted by Queen`s Park Community Organisation - Back to Our Roots Project
In Collaboration with: @bedfordboroughcouncil & @the_harpur_trust
For more information visit our website!
#stpatricksday #bedford #irisihculture #LiveMusic #CommunityCelebration
๐๐บONE DAY TO GO...UNTIL BEDFORD`S BIGGEST ST. PATRICK`S DAY CELEBRATION! ๐๐บ
The countdown to our St. Patrick`s Day Celebration Party is nearing its end!๐๐Each day, we`ve been spotlighting one of the incredible acts set to take the stage - bringing you the best of Irish music, dance, and entertainment!
๐ค See out the day with: The Also-rans ๐ถ
The Also-Rans โ where good times, great friends, and incredible music come together! Formed in 2022, this ever-evolving lineup is all about celebrating the joy of live music, rich in heritage and tradition. You never know who might take the stage, but one thingโs for sureโthe atmosphere is always electric! Expect the best of Irish songs, folk favorites, and a mix of musical styles guaranteed to get your feet tapping.
Come along, reconnect with old friends, sing a few tunes, and leave your worries behind for a while on Sunday 16th March 2025 from 12pm - 5pm at Harpur Square in Bedford for a fun-filled day of music, dance, drink, and craic community spirit! Bring your friends & family - everyone`s welcome๐๐
๐ Hosted by Queen`s Park Community Organisation - Back to Our Roots Project
In Collaboration with: @bedfordboroughcouncil & @the_harpur_trust
For more information visit our website!
#stpatricksday #bedford #irisihculture #LiveMusic #CommunityCelebration
๐๐บ2 DAYS TO GO...UNTIL BEDFORD`S BIGGEST ST. PATRICK`S DAY CELEBRATION! ๐๐บ
The countdown to our St. Patrick`s Day Celebration Party is nearing its end!๐๐Each day, we`ll be spotlighting one of the incredible acts set to take the stage - bringing you the best of Irish music, dance, and entertainment!
๐ค Jig with: Out of the Hat ๐ถ
Out of the Hat have been entertaining audiences around the country for nearly three decades. This duo play an eclectic range of Irish music including modern takes on favourite songs to fast and furious jigs and reels.
Get your green on and join us for our St. Patrick`s Day Celebration Party on Sunday 16th March 2025 from 12pm - 5pm at Harpur Square in Bedford for a fun-filled day of music, dance, drink, and craic community spirit! Bring your friends & family - everyone`s welcome๐๐
๐ Hosted by Queen`s Park Community Organisation - Back to Our Roots Project
In Collaboration with: @bedfordboroughcouncil & @the_harpur_trust
For more information visit our website!
#stpatricksday #bedford #irisihculture #LiveMusic #CommunityCelebration
๐๐บ2 DAYS TO GO...UNTIL BEDFORD`S BIGGEST ST. PATRICK`S DAY CELEBRATION! ๐๐บ
The countdown to our St. Patrick`s Day Celebration Party is nearing its end!๐๐Each day, we`ll be spotlighting one of the incredible acts set to take the stage - bringing you the best of Irish music, dance, and entertainment!
๐ค Jig with: Out of the Hat ๐ถ
Out of the Hat have been entertaining audiences around the country for nearly three decades. This duo play an eclectic range of Irish music including modern takes on favourite songs to fast and furious jigs and reels.
Get your green on and join us for our St. Patrick`s Day Celebration Party on Sunday 16th March 2025 from 12pm - 5pm at Harpur Square in Bedford for a fun-filled day of music, dance, drink, and craic community spirit! Bring your friends & family - everyone`s welcome๐๐
๐ Hosted by Queen`s Park Community Organisation - Back to Our Roots Project
In Collaboration with: @bedfordboroughcouncil & @the_harpur_trust
For more information visit our website!
#stpatricksday #bedford #irisihculture #LiveMusic #CommunityCelebration
๐๐บ3 DAYS TO GO...UNTIL BEDFORD`S BIGGEST ST. PATRICK`S DAY CELEBRATION! ๐๐บ
The countdown to our St. Patrick`s Day Celebration Party is in full swing!๐๐Each day, we`ll be spotlighting one of the incredible acts set to take the stage - bringing you the best of Irish music, dance, and entertainment!
๐ค Roll up, roll up for: The Black and Gold ๐ถ
Although all band members have been playing music with one another for many years, The Black and Gold officially formed in 2024. Delivering a mixture of traditional Irish music, Irish folk, Irish Country, as well as Americana, you`ll hear them cover those well-known Irish songs that everyone loves, as well as those classics that diehard fans of Irish music will recognise.
Hear them live and join us for our St. Patrick`s Day Celebration Party on Sunday 16th March 2025 from 12pm - 5pm at Harpur Square in Bedford for a fun-filled day of music, dance, drink, and craic community spirit! Bring your friends & family - everyone`s welcome๐๐
๐ Hosted by Queen`s Park Community Organisation - Back to Our Roots Project
In Collaboration with: @bedfordboroughcouncil & @the_harpur_trust
For more information visit our website!
#stpatricksday #bedford #irisihculture #LiveMusic #CommunityCelebration
๐๐บ3 DAYS TO GO...UNTIL BEDFORD`S BIGGEST ST. PATRICK`S DAY CELEBRATION! ๐๐บ
The countdown to our St. Patrick`s Day Celebration Party is in full swing!๐๐Each day, we`ll be spotlighting one of the incredible acts set to take the stage - bringing you the best of Irish music, dance, and entertainment!
๐ค Roll up, roll up for: The Black and Gold ๐ถ
Although all band members have been playing music with one another for many years, The Black and Gold officially formed in 2024. Delivering a mixture of traditional Irish music, Irish folk, Irish Country, as well as Americana, you`ll hear them cover those well-known Irish songs that everyone loves, as well as those classics that diehard fans of Irish music will recognise.
Hear them live and join us for our St. Patrick`s Day Celebration Party on Sunday 16th March 2025 from 12pm - 5pm at Harpur Square in Bedford for a fun-filled day of music, dance, drink, and craic community spirit! Bring your friends & family - everyone`s welcome๐๐
๐ Hosted by Queen`s Park Community Organisation - Back to Our Roots Project
In Collaboration with: @bedfordboroughcouncil & @the_harpur_trust
For more information visit our website!
#stpatricksday #bedford #irisihculture #LiveMusic #CommunityCelebration
๐๐บ4 DAYS TO GO...UNTIL BEDFORD`S BIGGEST ST. PATRICK`S DAY CELEBRATION! ๐๐บ
We are halfway through the countdown to our St. Patrick`s Day Celebration Party!๐๐Each day, we`ll be spotlighting one of the incredible acts set to take the stage - bringing you the best of Irish music, dance, and entertainment!
๐ Get ready for an incredible performance from Stuart Irish Dance Bedford ๐ฎ๐ช๐ This talented group brings the energy and spirit of traditional Irish dance to every stage, showcasing breathtaking and vibrant choreography. All of the Bedford dancers started as total beginners, several of whom will now be attending the world championships in Liege, Belgium this April! Stuart Irish Dance run classes in Wixams and focus not only on competitions but on the love of Irish music, dance and friendships made through dancing.
Donโt miss their upcoming performance at our St. Patrick`s Day Celebration Party on Sunday 16th March 2025 from 12pm - 5pm at Harpur Square in Bedford. Join us for a fun-filled day of music, dance, drink, and craic community spirit! Bring your friends & family - everyone`s welcome๐๐
๐ Hosted by Queen`s Park Community Organisation - Back to Our Roots Project
In Collaboration with: @bedfordboroughcouncil & @the_harpur_trust
For more information visit our website!
#stpatricksday #bedford #irisihculture #LiveMusic #CommunityCelebration
๐๐บ4 DAYS TO GO...UNTIL BEDFORD`S BIGGEST ST. PATRICK`S DAY CELEBRATION! ๐๐บ
We are halfway through the countdown to our St. Patrick`s Day Celebration Party!๐๐Each day, we`ll be spotlighting one of the incredible acts set to take the stage - bringing you the best of Irish music, dance, and entertainment!
๐ Get ready for an incredible performance from Stuart Irish Dance Bedford ๐ฎ๐ช๐ This talented group brings the energy and spirit of traditional Irish dance to every stage, showcasing breathtaking and vibrant choreography. All of the Bedford dancers started as total beginners, several of whom will now be attending the world championships in Liege, Belgium this April! Stuart Irish Dance run classes in Wixams and focus not only on competitions but on the love of Irish music, dance and friendships made through dancing.
Donโt miss their upcoming performance at our St. Patrick`s Day Celebration Party on Sunday 16th March 2025 from 12pm - 5pm at Harpur Square in Bedford. Join us for a fun-filled day of music, dance, drink, and craic community spirit! Bring your friends & family - everyone`s welcome๐๐
๐ Hosted by Queen`s Park Community Organisation - Back to Our Roots Project
In Collaboration with: @bedfordboroughcouncil & @the_harpur_trust
For more information visit our website!
#stpatricksday #bedford #irisihculture #LiveMusic #CommunityCelebration
