BRS GALLERY
50th ANNIVERSARY EVENING 5 Oct 2025
Iskele
BRS members from the east coast came together to celebrate 50 years of the BRS at a special dinner in Yeni Iskele last weekend. Thanks to Iskele reps, Bob, Deirdre, Peri & Julie, it was a brilliant night. Good food, good music, great company and a real community spirit. Thanks to you all
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FAMAGUSTA TRIP SEPTEMBER 2025 19 Sep 2025
The trip was specifically designed to showcase the historic sites in and around the wonderful walled City of Famagusta and to visit the previously closed area of Maras/Varosha.
The guided tour of Maras/Varosha was by way of electric buggies and tol see the historic sights of the abandoned area which, since the intervention in 1974, has mostly been unavailable to tourists.
The visits to the historic walled City was also be by way of 'buggies' which will provide a tour of the interior of a city that once boasted 365 churches.
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GOOD CAUSES - SOS 21 Aug 2025
BRS AND FREEMASONS JOIN TO FUND NEW STAIRCASE FOR SOS TRNC
Teenagers living in a care facility in Kyrenia have been guaranteed safer access to their living accommodation thanks to the combined efforts of the British Residents Society and the Bellapais Lodge Freemasons.
The accommodation, at SOS Youth House in Kyrenia has been undergoing a series of renovations to improve living conditions for the teenagers and young adults residing there.
As part of its good causes' initiative, the British Residents Society agreed to support the project and have raised more than £2,000 toward the fabrication and installation of a new external steel staircase linking the floors on the sites' oldest accommodation block.
BRS committee member Chris Martin led the fundraising drive on behalf of SOS and said BRS members donated to the project during the Society's 50th anniversary gala ball.
He said: “We would like to thank all our members who donated so generously at the gala ball. The BRS good causes initiative allows us to give back to our adopted community and we are delighted to be able to pay for this vital piece of infrastructure for such a worthwhile charity which provides support to the most vulnerable in our society.”
Chris became aware of the need for help at the Youth Houses through his wife Heather, who volunteered at the site with fellow British expats, Caz Franks and Juliet Whitfield. They have been the driving force behind a series of building and room renovations at the SOS children's houses in Lefkosa and Girne and have raised over 1M TL to fund these projects over the last three years.
Mark Ryan, Worshipful Master of the Bellapais Lodge Freemasons, who donated €500 to the staircase, said: “It is great to be able to donate to this worthy cause. The members of the Lodge work very hard to raise funds for worthy local charities.”
BRS 50th Anniversary Gala Ball 15 Jun 2025
Photographs from the 50th anniversary gala ball at Les Ambassadeurs Hotel. With thanks to our sponsors CreditWest, the Azant Group and Freedom and Fairness for North Cyprus.
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New business for BRS sponsor 6 Jun 2025
Wine Garden
BRS committee members were delighted to attend the opening of a new business venture by our sponsor the Azant Group. The Wine Garden, in Emtan West Park in Alsancak is stocked with a fantastic range of Italian wines and also serves snacks while you taste. We had a great evening sampling an array of wines and helping ourselves to food provided by David, from Baked with Love delicatessen. Keep an eye out on Facebook for their wine tasting events or just call in to lend your support.
Iskele coffee morning 13 May 2025
We had a fun morning at Iskele Community Centre meeting BRS members from the east coast in May. BRS Iskele reps Deirdre Collett, Julie Bernsden & Peri Kengiz did a great job hosting the event which allowed committee members to meet residents and discuss their concerns and issues. It was the first time BRS chairman Hakan Redif has visited Iskele in his new role. He said he was humbled by the support shown to the BRS as a whole. Keep an eye out for future opportunities to meet the committee in your area over the coming months. This information will be on the Meet Us page of the website and on our Facebook page.
AGM - Arucad 19 Apr 2025
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Summer BBQ 6 Oct 2024
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Honouring Our BRS Life Members 13 May 2024
Afternoon Tea at the Colony Hotel
The British Residents Society honoured their Life Members with an Afternoon Tea at the Piazzo Courtyard Room at the Colony Hotel in Kyrenia. 50 Members attended the afternoon event on Friday 10th May.
A huge 'Thank You' from the Committee to all the staff at The Colony Hotel for their impeccable service and to all who attended making it such an enjoyable day! The BRS Events Team
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Dave Cobbold retires from BRS 1 Jul 2023
BRS President, Peter Wilkins, Chairman Julian Mawdesley and Treasurer Linda Roy met with BRS Representative David Cobbold who after 14 years of service is moving to Australia to spend.time with his family. They thanked David for his help and support and wished him well in the future.
Coronation of H.M. King Charles III 6 May 2023
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Medical Supplies for Earthquake 18 Feb 2023
Assited by Arucad
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Christmas Afternoon Tea. Girne 8 Dec 2022
Colony Hotel
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The Kozan Experience 9 Oct 2022
Lunch in the Woods
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Summer Dance 2022 4 Sep 2022
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Eagles Nest Clinic, Kucuk Erenkoy 2 Aug 2022
Eagles Nest Clinic is now in a more prominent position right beside the entrance .
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The Private Ethnographic Museum of Cyprus 31 Jul 2022
This is a three storey building, inside there are rooms arranged throughout the three floors showing how Cypriots lived in bygone years.
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Queens Platinum Jubilee 2 Jun 2022
On 2nd June, in ‘The Garden' of ‘The House' in Kyrenia, the British Residents Society and The Royal British Legion (Kyrenia Branch) combined to hold a memorable celebration of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee.
For 70 years, she has led the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth with dedication and distinction, earning a place in history that may never be repeated.
The newly elected BRS Chairman Julian Mawdesley welcomed the guests and the event commenced with the march on of 3 Standards- The Union Flag, The RBL and Cyprus Police ( Kim Tyler, Con Graham and Bill Clark). This immaculate display set the scene for a fine celebration.
The National Anthem recorded from the Queen's Coronation in 1953 followed with the nearly 300 attendees joining in the singing.
Sir Michael Graydon ( RBL Kyrenia President) reminded the audience of HM's extraordinary service over the 70 years and the esteem in which she is held around the world. He described her commitment to her armed forces and her sense of humour.
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During the celebrations the Organisers received two messages of good will that were read out to those present. The first was from President Tatar who congratulated Her Majesty the Queen on her Jubilee and appologised that he could not attend due to urgent Government business. The second was from The British High Commissioner, Stephen Lillie who had seen some of the “Live” pictures from the RBL. He sent his best wishes for the Jubilee and could see that everyone seemed to be thoroughly enjoying themselves at the event.
The formal part of the celebration concluded with rousing rendition of ‘Rule Britannia' ‘Jerusalem' and ‘Land of Hope and Glory' which brought everyone present to their feet waving the Union Jack in tribute to a much loved and respected Monarch.
Julian Mawdesley (BRS) and the Acting Chair of the RBL, Kyrenia branch Jean Bradley thanked the staff of the House who had gone “Above & beyond” to provide an incredible service to help make the event special.
Annual General Meeting 23 Apr 2022
Lords Palace Hotel
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