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Vehicle No.13 “Robert” is delivered to Ukraine
13 is just another number! No bad luck for Chorley as the Chorley & District Support for Ukraine group delivers its 13th vehicle to Ukraine. We have been working with the Ukrainian charitable organisation Machok since 2023. They have played a vital role in Ukraine by accepting vehicles from all
Chorley MP and Speaker of the House of Commons visits the ‘Ukraine Unit’ donation centre
On 11th July 2026, we welcomed back to the ‘Ukraine Unit’ donation centre, one of our most well known supporters, Sir Lindsay Hoyle, MP for Chorley and Speaker of the House of Commons. It was good of Sir Lindsay to take the time to have a chat with the Volunteers.
Special thanks from the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine
In October 2025, I had the honour of being invited to a small gathering at the House of Commons in London. It was arranged by our supporter and local MP, Speaker of the House of Commons Sir Lindsay Hoyle. Amongst the guests were Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine
More Chorley supplies for our friends from ‘Machok’
Recently we were able to pack another three vehicles with various aid for Ukraine. It will all soon be with our friends from МАЧОК|MACHOK|Допоможемо разом! Although these were not “Chorley & District” bought vehicles, they still proudly accepted a Chorley sticker uniform. 547 crutches & sticks Half tonne of candles
‘Aleksandra’ delivered to Ukraine
In May 2026, ‘Aleksandra’, our 11th ‘Chorley & District’ vehicle for Ukraine, was safely delivered and handed over to our friends from Ukrainian organisation Machok. A big well done to Paul and Frank for driving and ensuring that not only the car got there, but also all the various supplies
Clock On and Support Ukraine!
Come and have a look at this genuine Royal Ordnance Factory time recorder that was in action in Chorley during World War Two and is now back in operation at the ‘Ukraine Unit’ donation centre! It’s a unique and symbolic way to connect our past and present when it comes
Wheelchairs and Wheels!
The other day lots of life saving medical supplies and equipment left the ‘Ukraine Unit’ donation centre in Chorley. This load included the usual clothing, bedding, toiletries, etc, but also importantly, two pallets of medical supplies, two patient transporters and 11 wheelchairs. I couldn’t fit everything into one photo, but
A reminder why our support is needed
In May 2026, a member of our group has suffered the loss of his home and his car following yet another attack against civilians in Ukraine. His apartment block was hit and a number of people were injured. Thankfully, he is now out of Hospital and safe with family. This
Supplies from Chorley for Pick-Ups for Peace
Recently we loaded supplies onto a vehicle being donated to Ukraine by the organisation Pick-Ups for Peace. Furthermore, we are pleased to report that the driver Andy has completed the mission and is now safely back home. We managed to load the vehicle with nearly 250 crutches and 16 zimmer
Keep supporting, continue donating!
Please keep the donations coming. With lots of terrible things going on in the world at the moment, it’s important to remember that Ukraine still needs support. We know we can’t change the military aspects of the war, but hopefully we can make a difference for the people affected by
