HM King Charles III Coronation

26/10/2023

NI Charity Celebrates
Coronation of King Charles III

On Thursday 19th October 2023 the Ancre Somme Association Charity unveiled a portrait of His Majesty, King Charles III, in the charities headquarters in Brownlow House.

The portrait by renowned Scottish artist, Helen Runciman, was unveiled by the Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, Alderman Margaret Tinsley.

Marking the Coronation of His Majesty, King Charles III. The portrait features the now iconic view of our monarch on the day of his Coronation with the magnificent Westminster Abbey as the backdrop.

Ancre Somme Association Chairman, Mark Jameson, said "We wanted to mark the Coronation of King Charles III. Knowing Helen's work we were confident that she would be able to capture this historic occasion on canvas. She has surpassed all expectations as the portrait is stunning."

The Ancre Somme Association would like to take this opportunity to thank Helen Runciman and the Lord Mayor, Alderman Margaret Tinsley, for the continued support they have given our charity.

The charity also used this occasion to present Coronation bibles to Lord Mayor, Alderman Margaret Tinsley, Chairperson, Donaghcloney Royal British Legion, Helen Wilson and the Reverend Derek Kerr.

The charity are delighted to announce that they are publishing 100 Limited Edition Signed Giclée Prints in A2 and A3 formats.

A3 sized Prints (397mm x 420mm) priced at £125.00 each.

A2 sized prints (420mm x 594mm) priced at £175.00 each.

The prints are individually signed and numbered by the artist and come with a signed authenticity certificate.

Prints can be ordered now from the link below.

https://empirepoppy.store/products/limited-edition-king-charles-iii-coronation-signed-giclee-print

*ONLY 100 PRINTS WILL BE PRODUCED



www.asauk.org
Registered Charity NIC108368

08/09/2023

Service of Thanksgiving
for the life of
Her Majesty The Queen

The Ancre Somme Association Charity invite you to our Service of Thanksgiving for the life of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. Marking the 70th Anniversary of her Coronation in 1953.

The service is being held on Sunday 10th September 2023 at 3pm in St Marks Parish Church, Portadown.

The Royal Family will be represented by His Majesty’s Vice Lord Lieutenant of County Armagh Mr Richard Hamilton-Stubber DL.

The Reverend William Orr will be officiating at what will be a very dignified, and respectful service, in memory of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II with Music provided by the Northern Ireland Military Wives Choir.

The Service of Thanksgiving will include bible readings, songs, poems and congregational hymns, expressing thankfulness for the life of Her Majesty. Tributes will also be made highlighting her commitment to the Armed Forces, her faith and to the 70 years of service she gave.

“I declare before you all that my whole life whether it be long or short shall be devoted to your service and the service of our great imperial family to which we all belong.”

We would be honoured if you would join us as we give thanks for the life of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

* Please register in advance if you plan to attend this service.

Register free here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/service-of-thanksgiving-for-the-life-of-her-majesty-the-queen-tickets-556017612647

If you are unable to attend the service it will be streamed live via the link below.

https://www.youtube.com/live/8HiHwlUPLew?si=riP9T33QBmma4Jp6

www.asauk.org
Registered Charity NIC108368

07/05/2023

Thank you RAF Red Arrows for an extraordinary finale to an extraordinary day! 🫡🇬🇧

07/05/2023

06/05/2023

Celebrating the Coronation of King Charles III

The Royal Hillsborough Flourish written and played by Andrew Carlisle, Hillsborough Fort Guard.

The Royal Coronation March written and played on pipes by ASA Charity Honorary Piper Mark Smyth, drums by Mark Armstrong.

Filmed at Killyleagh Castle, Northern Ireland.



www.asauk.org
Registered Charity NIC108368

29/04/2023

One week to go!

As Their Majesties’ Coronation draws closer, a new picture has been shared of The King and The Queen Consort in the Blue Drawing Room at Buckingham Palace.

📷 Hugo Burnand

27/04/2023

https://www.facebook.com/100050232861148/posts/787675192916902/?sfnsn=scwspmo

05/04/2023

As the countdown to the Coronation continues, a new photograph of The King and The Queen Consort, taken last month in the Blue Drawing Room at Buckingham Palace, has been released.

📸 Hugo Burnand

It is also announced today that eight Pages of Honour have been chosen to attend Their Majesties during the Coronation Service. The Pages will form part of the procession through the Nave of Westminster Abbey.

- The King’s Pages of Honour will be His Royal Highness Prince George of Wales, Lord Oliver Cholmondeley, Master Nicholas Barclay and Master Ralph Tollemache.

- The Queen Consort’s Pages of Honour will be Her Majesty’s grandsons, Master Gus and Master Louis Lopes and Master Freddy Parker Bowles, and Her Majesty’s great-nephew, Master Arthur Elliot.

01/04/2023

King Charles III Coronation
Commemorative Brooch

A fantastic keepsake marking the Coronation of King Charles III.

Colour: Gold

Size: 60mm x 15mm

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www.asauk.org
Registered Charity NIC108368

13/03/2023

Win a prize worth over £10,000 for your community – ENTER NOW 🎉

Nominate your street as the friendliest in the nation and be in with a chance of winning a pollinator and people friendly garden paid for and installed by the Eden Project team. PLUS a Coronation Big Lunch hamper and £2,500 to support your next community project!

We’ll also be celebrating 3 runners-up with a Coronation Big Lunch hamper and £1,000 towards a community project.

Terms and conditions apply.

https://www.edenprojectcommunities.com/coronation-communities



www.asauk.org
Registered Charity NIC108368

02/03/2023

WORLD BOOK DAY 2023

Poppy Lady Madame Anna Guérin

Author: Heather Johnson
Book Type: Hardback

The Story of Madame Anna Guérin and the Remembrance Poppy.

Madame Anna Guérin is the fascinating personality behind the title ‘The Poppy Lady’. Her idea of the ‘Inter-Allied Poppy Day’ gave work to women and children in the devastated areas of France, in addition to offering support for First World War veterans.

Born in 1878, she was an early feminist, becoming financially independent. During the First World War, and the immediate years after the Armistice, many people knew of Madame Guérin’s reputation as a selfless fundraiser for French and American charities. Her speeches inspired many people to make generous donations.

Having had her name lost in the mists of time, this is the first biography of Madame E. Guérin. The book follows her extraordinary story as ‘The Poppy Lady’, a woman born before her time, but confined to anonymity for too long.

Click the link below to order your copy of ths fantastic book.

https://empirepoppy.store/products/the-poppy-lady-hardback

Pictured below is Ancre Somme Association Charity Honorary President, David Martin, outside Brownlow HQ, Lurgan, with his copy.

John 15:13

“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends”




www.asauk.org
Registered Charity NIC108368

10/02/2023

How to apply for free tickets for the Coronation concert at Windsor Castle.

There are 5,000 pairs of tickets up for grabs in the online ballot but they will not be allocated on a first-come first-served basis.

The online ballot for Coronation concert tickets will open at 7am on Friday, Feb 10.

The concert will take place in the grounds of Windsor Castle on Sunday, May 7.

There are 5,000 pairs of tickets up for grabs and one application per person will be permitted.

Applicants must be 18 or over and their nominated guest cannot be younger than 11.

The ballot is open to UK residents and those in the Channel Isles, the Isle of Man and those with a British Forces postal address.

Access will be from the afternoon and the concert will begin mid evening, lasting for approximately two to three hours.

The ballot will close at midnight on Feb 28.

However, tickets will not be allocated on a first-come first-served basis, meaning it will make no difference if you apply on Feb 10 or Feb 28.

Successful applicants will be notified by email by mid to late April and will have two weeks to claim their tickets and confirm attendance.

Apply for tickets

https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/coronation-concert

www.asauk.org
Registered Charity NIC108368