London Irish Vintage Club

19/07/2026

Our second nominated charity for 2026 is the Lighthouse Charity, which we are delighted to support.

The Lighthouse Charity provides 24/7 holistic support to our UK and Ireland construction community on all aspects of emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.

A crucial element of the charity’s strategy is to provide a range of free and widely available reactive and proactive resources to support the industry.

They offer a free and confidential 24/7 helpline, live web chat service and text facility which provides a range of information, guidance and support on a huge variety of wellbeing issues. These services are complemented by their free self-support app, along with their Lighthouse Beacons who provide a safe space for people to share concerns.

The charity’s Wellbeing Academy offers a variety of free soft skills and leadership training delivered across a variety of platforms to suit every learning style.

If you or anyone you know is struggling, reach out for 24/7 free and confidential support now;

24/7 helplines; 0345 605 1956, (UK) 1800 939 122 (ROI)

Live chat www.lighthousecharity.org

Text HARDHAT to 85258

Find out more at www.lighthousecharity.org

19/07/2026

A Taste of Glencolmcille Folk Village with Dermot O'Leary

Glencolmcille Folk Village has enjoyed fantastic television exposure this year, featuring in Dermot O'Leary's A Taste of Ireland.

You can catch up with Dermot's visit to the Folk Village on ITVX Player (Series 2, Episode 7), where he joins up with the folk village’s Marie McGinley to learn how to make traditional Carrageen Moss pudding and takes a walk through the Folk Village with Margaret Rose Cunningham and Ronan Doherty.

We look forward to welcoming Margaret Rose, Marion Carr and all our friends at the Glencolmcille Folk Village to the Vintage Day in September and hearing all about this amazing visit.

18/07/2026

We are delighted to announce that Meadow House Hospice in Ealing is to be one of the beneficiaries of our 2026 Vintage Day.

Meadow House Hospice is an NHS-funded specialist palliative care service providing 24/7 care for adults in Ealing and Hounslow. Opened in 1987, it was one of the UK's first NHS hospices.

Their service supports adults (18+) with life-limiting illnesses, including: Cancer, Multiple Sclerosis, Motor Neurone Disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Advanced heart disease and Dementia

Meadow House provides holistic, multidisciplinary care focused on improving quality of life and supporting patients and their families offering:

- Inpatient Unit (15 single ensuite rooms):
- Symptom and pain management
- End-of-life care
- Average stay: 12 days

Around 60% of patients return home with ongoing community support. The hospice offer the following services:

Day Services:
- Outpatient symptom management and reviews
- Education and support for patients and carers
- Access to therapies, including relaxation using virtual reality.

Community Nurse Specialist Team:
- Home visits, advice, and coordination with GPs, district nurses, and social services to help patients remain at home whenever possible.

Psychosocial & Bereavement Services::
- Emotional support, counselling, financial and practical advice, and bereavement care for patients and families.

Allied Health & Chaplaincy:
- Physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and spiritual support for people of all faiths or none.

Volunteers support many non-clinical roles across the hospice. The Friends of Meadow House raise funds to enhance patient care, staff training, facilities, and the hospice's award-winning gardens.

All clinical care is free, funded by the NHS. Donations from the local community help provide additional services and improvements beyond NHS funding.

For futher information contact: [email protected]

17/07/2026

The LIVC is delighted to announce that Johnny Brady and his band will be taking to the stage at this year's Vintage Day. A firm favourite with our audience, Johnny is no stranger to the event, having last performed here in 2018.

Renowned for one of the most distinctive voices in modern country music, Johnny Brady has earned a loyal following through his powerful vocals, high-energy performances, and natural stage presence. Blending traditional country influences with a fresh, contemporary style, he continues to push the boundaries of Irish country music while staying true to himself.

"I can't be anybody other than myself," says Johnny. "Wearing suits with rhinestones just isn't me."

Over the past fifteen years, Johnny has toured extensively across Ireland and the UK, building a reputation as one of the country's most popular live performers. His genuine connection with audiences and hit-filled show guarantees an unforgettable afternoon of entertainment for Vintage Day visitors of all ages.

We look forward to welcoming Johnny and his band back to the LIVC stage for what promises to be another fantastic performance.

17/07/2026

10/07/2026

LIVC Vintage Day
Sunday 6th September 2026
12noon - 7pm - Greenford

24/02/2026

The London Irish Vintage Club extend their heartfelt sympathy to the Collins family on the sad passing of Sean Collins (RIP).

Sean was a valued and long-time supporter of our Vintage Day and proudly took part in the very first Road Run from Westminster in 2011. Both Sean and his late wife, Eileen, were familiar and much-loved faces at our Vintage Days over the years. Their presence, warmth, and continued support meant a great deal to the Vintage Club.

May his gentle soul rest in everlasting peace.

23/02/2026

SAVE THE DATE
LONDON IRISH VINTAGE DAY
SUNDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER 2026

31/12/2025

Happy New Year.