Association of British Residents in Colombo, Sri Lanka
What is the name of this Organization/Club?
Association of British Residents
In what city is your organization based?
Colombo
Describe your group.
350 strong Brit & Commonwealth Passport holders. Loads of social activities. Newsletter. Discounts at rest., stores, hotels (+ FREE entry to Mt Lavinia beach). Last Fri in the month meet at Cricket Club cafe for drinks 7pm onwards, see ABR website for more details
What is unique about your organization?
Nothing really. Just a friendly crowd who get together every so often.
What kind of activities does your group sponsor?
we raise money for a childrens hospital. Just bought 3 ;fridges.
How often does your group meet?
varies. Coffee mornings, afternoon teas (both well attended by a very mixed crowd. Last Friday of the month at Cricket Club cafe @ 7pm for drinks and snacks
Is there a membership fee?
Rs2,500/- p.a. for entire family
Approximately how many members does this organization have?
350+
Is this organization specific to nationality? If yes, which nationality/ies. If no, what nationalities are represented in the membership?
British & Commonwealth passport holders get voting rights. All others (Associate members) get same benefits but no voting rights.
What language(s) do member speak?
English
What is the age range of the people in your group?
10-96!
What is the name of the person new members should contact?
Averil Nathanialz
Web site address (please include http://):
http://www.abrsl.org