Chris Parkhouse DL

Last week’s Get Synergised With Purpose Network gathering brought together brilliant charities, partners, and community leaders at @Mills and Reeve’s beautiful Botanic House. Inspiring conversations, shared purpose, and real commitment to positive change. It was also encouraging…

I was delighted to attend a special fundraising event at the Viva Theatre, where Dame Imelda Staunton brought the evening to a memorable close. It was a pleasure to join the Lord-Lieutenant of Cambridgeshire, @Lord_Lt_Cambs , in celebrating this wonderful community arts venue.…

A special evening celebrating the opening of a new part of the VIVA Theatre, Soham by Dame Imelda Staunton. Great performances by the talented young & old from Soham - followed by Dame Imelda being skilfully & entertainingly interviewed by @fentonstevens

Super interesting to listen to the Foundation Lecture @FitzwilliamColl given by Professor Nicola Padfield KC (Hon) titled “Prison is Everyone’s problem: Inside the Independent Review of Sentencing” Nicky is well worth listening to as she is able to bring a really pragmatic view…

Grateful to Professor Ross Renton, Principal of ARU Peterborough, whose leadership is transforming opportunities for young people in our region. His commitment to widening participation and inclusive education is inspiring. Thank you for the lasting impact you are making.

I am deeply grateful to all who leave a legacy for our Cambridgeshire communities. Your kindness strengthens the small charities that make a big difference. My thanks also to Michelle Longman, Head of Philanthropy, for guiding donors with such care. #YearOfGratitude

As President of @cambscf it was great to be at the launch of their Impact Report @BradfieldCentre. They really do help philanthropists large or small to get to the often unheard groups who are really making a difference in our communities & need funds to continue their work.…

Cambridge 2030 shared progress after 5years on our ambitious journey to shift the inequality dial in the city - momentum is growing and conversations that were not happening in 2020 are now front & centre - inequality is recognised and there is a sense of energy, new ideas are…

Great to visit the new building @Centre33Camb have bought to transform into a new hub for supporting young people in #Cambridge. We have above average young carers, rough sleepers & vulnerable young people who have no one else to turn to…….the support offered works 90% report…

Congratulations to Living Keys who have been awarded the Kings Award for Voluntary Service - the highest accolade for volunteers. Inspired by their founder Linda Huskisson after surviving an abusive relationship for 38 years they support women suffering from domestic abuse in…

Honouring this year’s inspiring British Empire Medal recipients: Paul Fellows – for promoting astronomy and inspiring young people Mujahid Khan – for nearly 50 years dedicated to Tang Soo Do martial arts Barbara Page – for 50 years supporting women in Cambridgeshire Laurie…

Always a lovely event - our BEM investiture at @GreatStMarys . Our honours recipients were long serving experts & stalwarts who have given selfless service over many years in an eclectic range of areas - Mr Paul Fellows BEM for services to astronomy; Mr Mujahid Khan BEM for…

As always attending the @PeterboroughCVS AGM gives me a chance to thank those giving selflessly through voluntary service to Peterborough. Volunteering is the glue holding our communities together & PCVS has been supporting them for 45 years nurturing partnership, innovation & a…

A real pleasure to celebrate the opening of a new all weather sports facility @Cambridge_Uni Grange Road @varsities_uk The new surface allows over 80 hours use & opens access to local schools,colleges,clubs & community which will help increase participation for more young people…

An honour to represent HM @Lord_Lt_Cambs during Remembrance Sunday events in March and Whittlesey yesterday. Wonderful to see very large crowds and to receive such warm welcomes. Thank you @poppylegion for organising such perfect and poignant Acts of Remembrance. Lest we forget.

An honour to lay a wreath,created by @Imecofrenchie from recycled materials, at the Remembrance Service @GreatStMarys today - one of many around the county attended by Deputy Lieutenants @PoppyLegion - always a day when the county turns out to remember those who gave their lives…

Tonight, we remember. Join us for our Festival of Remembrance as we honour our Armed Forces community and mark 80 years since the end of WW2. 📺 9pm, BBC One ▶️ @BBCiPlayer

I was pleased to meet with Mayor Paul Bristow and local leaders to explore the future of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. From the Cambridge to Newmarket rail line to youth justice and care leavers, collaboration creates change. #Cambridgeshire #Peterborough #Community…

I am honoured to recognise Jonathan Jelley MBE JP for his outstanding leadership and voluntary service to Cambridgeshire & Peterborough. His dedication to our community inspires us all. #ThankYou #Volunteering #Gratitude

Hopefully see you there - it really is the start of Xmas🎄 shopping opportunities with independent stall holders including Young Trader finalists and all profits go to 3 great charities @CambChildrens @NHRMuseum & the Newmarket Foundation which also supports surrounding…