2019 marks the twentieth year of community first responders in the North West. To recognise the contribution you have made to the lives of people in the local community over the past two decades, we are hosting a free celebratory event for existing responders on 12 October 2019 at the Castle Green Hotel in Kendal.

Conference 12pm – 4.30pm

The first part of the event will be an educational conference where we will examine the history of CFRs and look at the difference you have made to local people and the NHS throughout the years. We will also hear from NWAS representatives about the future of the ambulance service and the role of CFRs, and we will welcome national bodies to report on research and policy. There will also be opportunities to network and explore an exhibition zone. A more detailed itinerary will be shared with registered attendees nearer the time.

Celebration 7pm – late

The second part of the event will give you the chance to let your hair down with fellow responders at a black and white ball where dinner will be served and we’ll dance until late! Awards will be given out for long service and to ‘remarkable responders’ from across the North West.

Who’s it for?

The event is specifically for existing community first responders with North West Ambulance Service. You are welcome to attend either or both parts of the day. Both parts of the day are cost free!

Travel and accomodation

The Castle Green Hotel is situated a short taxi ride from the main Oxenholme Lake District train station which is accessible from Manchester, Preston, Lancaster, Penrith and Carlisle.

If you’d like to make a night of it, accommodation is available at the hotel with a special 15% discount bed and breakfast rate for guests who book more than 45 days before the event and quote ‘NWAS 20 YEAR CELEBRATION’ – call 01539 734000 to reserve your room.

Other hotels nearby include the Premier Inn Kendal Central, Stonecross Manor and Travelodge Kendal.