An incredible organisation which helps disabled people enter the world of sport is gearing up to celebrate its 25th anniversary. The North East Lincolnshire Disability Sports Forum, which runs a multi-activity club between 5pm and 7pm each Tuesday at Clee Sports Hall on Ladysmith Road, Grimsby , will next month be celebrating 25 years of providing a meaningful, inclusive and fun community for people with disabilities. Set up and run entirely by volunteers, the registered charity caters to all disabilities, with its activities including table tennis, air hockey, basketball and boccia.
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