An update from the Trustees regarding Lynwood and the future of the charity
22 December 2025​
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It is with deepest regret that despite the best efforts of everyone involved, it has now been confirmed that Lynwood Convalescent Home will close at the end of 2025.
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Whilst it was previously hoped that Lynwood could remain open for a further period, unfortunately, there are insufficient funds required to keep the Home operating and a sale of the building is progressing.
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The Yorkshire Miners’ Welfare Convalescence Home charity who owns the home is continuing to support beneficiaries and staff during this difficult period.
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The trustees of the Home are currently discussing how the charity will use the funds from the property sale to support beneficiaries going forward and plans will be communicated in the coming weeks and months.
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We fully understand the disappointment and impact this decision will have on our beneficiaries and staff. Please be assured that the trustees remain committed to keeping all stakeholders informed about the future of the charity.
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Notes:
Please refer any questions to trustees at the following address:
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FAO: The Trustees
YMWCH
Thornycroft Centre
Halfpenny Lane
Pontefract
WF8 4AY
Previous Update 8 April 2025​
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For many years the Yorkshire Miners’ Welfare Convalescent Homes charity (YMWCH) has provided convalescing breaks for beneficiaries who are or have been employed in the coal industry in the Yorkshire coalfield area.
The charity has always provided breaks on a subsidised basis by using the charity’s own funds to help meet the cost. The charity does not receive any additional funding and there was always going to be a time whereby there would be insufficient funds to continue on this basis.
YMWCH owns Lynwood, but sadly, the trustees have now had to make the difficult decision that the building will need to be sold in order for the charity to continue using the proceeds of sale.
The building will therefore be put on the market on 11 April with the intention to complete the sale by the end of 2025. Depending on what happens with the sale will determine what will happen in 2026 onwards.
Until a sale is achieved, Lynwood is open for business as usual.
If you have any questions or comments, we please ask you to refer them to the trustees at the following address:
FAO: The Trustees
YMWCH
Thornycroft Centre
Halfpenny Lane
Pontefract
WF8 4AY