Heartstart Lymm

11/03/2026

💛 Heartstart Lymm is Looking for Trustees & Trainers! 💛

We’re excited to share that Heartstart Lymm is now a registered charity (a Charitable Incorporated Organisation – previously a CIC)! As part of that process, we’re looking to welcome 1–2 volunteer trustees to our team.

We’re especially keen on someone who can help with finances. Our cash situation is healthy, but for a small team, it’s always wise to separate spending from oversight. The role isn’t overly onerous – we don’t have a huge number of transactions – and you can be as involved as you like.

We’re also looking for new volunteer trainers! Our courses range from cubs learning Emergency Aid Level 2, to our community first aid courses, and up to First Responder level. Whether you’re a qualified trainer, paramedic, nurse, doctor, or someone with a keen interest, we can find a level that suits you and help you develop further.

✨ All roles are voluntary, but we can cover related expenses.

If you’d like to get involved, drop us a message or call 01925 751599 to find out more.

Help us keep lifesaving skills alive in our community! 💛

25/02/2026

9 more people trained in essential first aid.

30/01/2026

17 more people trained in essential first aid!

27/01/2026

❤️ Premier League Defibrillator Fund – A Great Opportunity for Local Football Clubs

At Heartstart Lymm, we’re always looking for ways to help improve access to lifesaving equipment across our community. A new national initiative means local football clubs may now be able to secure a fully funded defibrillator (AED) for their site.

The Premier League Defibrillator Fund, delivered through the Football Foundation, is providing AEDs and external storage cabinets to grassroots football facilities across England. This programme aims to ensure that every pitch has quick, reliable access to a defibrillator — something that can make the difference between life and death.

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⚽ What the Fund Offers

• A fully funded defibrillator (AED)
• An external storage cabinet (locked or unlocked)
• Support with registering the device with emergency services
• Free access to The FA’s Sudden Cardiac Arrest online training

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🏆 Who Can Apply

Eligible organisations include:

• Football Foundation–funded sites currently without an accessible AED
• Affiliated grassroots clubs that own or operate their own facilities
• Clubs at Steps 5 & 6 of the FA National League System
• Clubs in Tiers 3 & 4 of the Women’s Football Pyramid

To qualify, the AED must be accessible within 200 metres of the pitch.

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📩 How to Apply

Clubs can start the process by emailing:
enquiries@footballfoundation.org.uk

Full details are available here:
https://footballfoundation.org.uk/grant/premier-league-defibrillator-fund

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📌 Why This Matters

Sudden cardiac arrest can happen to anyone, at any age. Fast access to a defibrillator dramatically increases survival chances. This fund is a fantastic opportunity for local clubs to strengthen safety for players, volunteers and spectators.

If any clubs would like help understanding the process or advice on AED placement and community access, Heartstart Lymm is always happy to support.

Funded by the Premier League with support from The FA and Sport England, the Defibrillator Fund will allow for thousands of defibrillators to be installed at grassroots football facilities across England.

17/12/2025

10 new Scout leaders trained on First Response

04/12/2025

We were pleased to host the Young Farmers tonight.

04/12/2025

31 people trained in essential first aid.

19/11/2025

A huge thank you to all the Members who chose to support Heartstart Lymm CIC. Your funding will make a real difference in our community — helping us deliver more free, lifesaving first aid training, equipping local groups with essential skills, and giving residents the confidence to act in an emergency.

We’re incredibly grateful for your support.

18/11/2025

Another 13 people trained in Essential first aid.

31/10/2025

Heartstart Lymm CIC would like to extend a huge thank you to all Co-op Members who chose to support us!

Thanks to your generosity, we have received a total of £2,078.42, which will go directly towards helping us deliver life-saving first aid training and resources in our local community. Your support ensures we can continue teaching vital skills, empowering people of all ages to act confidently in emergencies.

From everyone at Heartstart Lymm, thank you so much for making a real difference – your support saves lives!

Find out more about what we do at www.heartstartlymm.org.uk.

At Heartstart Lymm, our mission is to empower the local community with the confidence, skills, and equipment needed to save lives in emergency situations. Through free, accessible first aid training and supporting the installation of public-access defibrillators, we aim to make Lymm a safer, more pr...

22/10/2025

Another 29 people trained in essential first aid!

16/10/2025

🫀 Heartstart Lymm: Understanding the Social Action, Responsibility and Heroism Act 2015

At Heartstart Lymm, we believe in empowering everyday heroes—those who step forward in moments of crisis to help others. Whether you're administering CPR, using a defibrillator, or simply offering reassurance, your actions matter. But did you know there's a law that supports you when you act in good faith?

🛡️ What is the SARAH Act?
The Social Action, Responsibility and Heroism Act 2015 is a UK law designed to reassure volunteers, first responders, and good Samaritans. It ensures that if someone is sued for negligence or breach of statutory duty, courts must consider:

Whether the person was acting for the benefit of society (e.g., helping in an emergency).
Whether they were demonstrating a generally responsible approach to safety.
Whether they were acting heroically in an emergency situation.

In short, the law encourages people to help others without fear of legal repercussions—as long as their actions are reasonable and responsible.

💬 Why It Matters to Heartstart Lymm
Our volunteers and trainees often ask: “What happens if something goes wrong while I’m trying to help?” The SARAH Act provides legal reassurance. It acknowledges that in emergencies, decisions must be made quickly and with limited information. The law supports those who act with courage and care.

🧠 Real-World Example
In a 2025 case, a cycling club was found not liable for a collision during an event because they were “acting for the benefit of members of society.” The court applied the SARAH Act to assess their duty of care as reasonably competent volunteers.

🙌 Encouraging Action
At Heartstart Lymm, we train people to respond confidently and compassionately. The SARAH Act reinforces our message: doing something is better than doing nothing—and the law is on your side when you act responsibly.

An Act to make provision as to matters to which a court must have regard in determining a claim in negligence or breach of statutory duty.