Communities Service Huntingdonshire

16/10/2026

Slipper Swap Event at St Neots Library - 12 November 2026, 10am-1pm

Did you know that wearing worn out slippers can significantly increase your risk of falling?

Why not go along to St Neots Library for a free drop in slipper swap event; bring your old slippers and swap them for a new, supportive pair at no cost.

Enjoy a cup of tea and a friendly chat and learn about other support and services available in your community.

This event is for Cambridgeshire residents aged 60+. No booking required.

For more information please call 0345 045 5225

Cambridgeshire Libraries Money Advice St Neots St Neots Library Knitting Group Discover St Neots St Neots Initiative Berkley Street Methodist Church, St Neots Citizen Hub St Neots Chaii Hub - St Neots St Neots Town Council Serious About St Neots Huntingdon PCN

[Photo shows someone on a chair reading a book wearing a pair of slippers along with the Cambridgeshire Libraries logo. It reads 'Slipper Swap Events']

13/10/2026

Free Active Sessions Designed for Older Adults in St Ives!

HDC Active Lifestyles are offering friendly and welcoming sessions at the Burleigh Hill Centre in St Ives to improve strength, balance, mobility and wellbeing.

RightStart 2 - Chair based exercise and games with the option to stand
Wednesdays 1-2pm

Tai Chi - Chair based form that uses slow, flowing movements to strengthen the body and mind
Mondays 3-4pm

Just turn up, no booking needed!

St Ives Town Council St Ives Dementia Friendly Community The St Ives Hub Rotary St Ives Cambridgeshire

[Photo shows two older adults with their arms out, the Burleigh Hill Community Centre and One Leisure Active Lifestyles logos and reads 'Stay Active. Stay Steady. Stay Connected. Designed for older adults. A friendly and welcoming way to improve strength, balance, mobility and wellbeing.]

12/10/2026

The Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) Large Grants Scheme has launched!

Community organisations can apply for funding for projects which help residents stay warm and well this winter, to help them avoid crisis and become more resilient in the long term.

Of particular interest are projects that help people build the knowledge, confidence and support they need to reduce their risk of experiencing fuel poverty now and in the future.

Key Information:

Grant Value: Up to £25,000
Funding Theme: Winter Readiness: Fuel Poverty, Resilience and Warm Homes
Application Window: 12 October to 9 November 2026
Suitable Projects: New ideas, pilot projects and existing community initiatives
Project Completion Date: 31 March 2028

For detailed guidance, eligibility criteria and to apply visit:

https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/council/communities/communities-service/winter-readiness-large-grants-fund-fuel-poverty-resilience-and-warm-homes



[Photo shows a type write with a piece of paper in it which reads 'Funding Round']

09/10/2026

📣Eligible people can now come forward for their NHS flu and COVID-19 vaccinations ahead of winter.

Flu vaccination is now available to more groups, including people aged 65+, adults in at-risk groups, care home residents and carers. Flu vaccination is also available for eligible children.

COVID-19 vaccination is available to those at highest risk.

08/10/2026

Have you heard of Thrive foundation?

They are a Cambridgeshire based charity who support families affected by childhood cancer.

They provide mental health grants, a free parent and carer support group in Huntingdon and free family events where people can connect with others who understand.

To find out more check their page Thrivefdn, call 07376 402175, email [email protected] or visit their website https://www.thrivefoundation.org.uk

Hunts Community Cancer Network Identify Cancer Support Group Disability Information Services Hub

[Photo shows the Thrive Foundation logo (two lions) and reads 'Are you a parent or carer of a child or young person who has experienced cancer? Thrive Foundation is a Cambridgeshire based charity supporting families affected by childhood cancer'.]

07/10/2026

Calling all St Ives Community Groups!

St Ives Town Council is now accepting applications for Community Grants.

The deadline for submissions is 4pm on Friday 27 November.
Find out more: https://buff.ly/u4GjmUv

St Ives Youth Theatre St Ives Dementia Friendly Community

St Ives Town Council's Community Grant Applications

St Ives Town Council is now accepting applications for Community Grants, which are grants which benefit the community and exceed a requested grant amount of £1,000. Information on grants including our policy can be found in the ‘Grants’ page of our website.

The deadline for submissions is 4pm on Friday 27 November.

Find out more: https://buff.ly/u4GjmUv

07/10/2026

Huntingdonshire Community Gaming Club is launching this month!

This fully inclusive, SEND-friendly group aims to give local families an affordable, inclusive space to hang out, play board games, trade cards, and build. It will run every two weeks so families can get together, unwind, and connect.

Young people must be accompanied by an adult.

Sunday 18th October 2026, 12:30pm – 2:30pm
The Main Hall, Love’s Farm House, 17 Kester Way, St Neots, PE19 6SL
Admission: Free entry (donations welcome)

​What to expect:
​Big Screen Fun: Upbeat music and interactive movement videos (like Danny Go!) up on the big projector screen to let kids dance and burn off energy

​Console Gaming Stations: Family multiplayer favourites (Mario Kart, Wii Sports) set up across dedicated screens.

​Tabletop & Board Games: A huge selection of classic and modern games for all ages, plus Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh card trading areas.

​Dedicated Sensory Chill-Out Zone: A low-stimulation area with quiet activities, tactile fidgets, and calm lighting for kids who need a break from the noise.

​Refreshments: Tea, coffee, and squash available for parents and carers.

We are looking forward to attending the launch event and hope to see you there!

Love's Farm House St Neots Initiative Discover St Neots Serious About St Neots Mum's guide to Huntingdon St Neots Youth Engagement Curiously Divergent

02/10/2026

Yesterday we attended the launch of the new Best Start Family Hub in Huntingdon.

The Hub is a place where families can access joined-up support, advice and services in their local communities. You can find out more about the Hub here:

https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/residents/children-and-families/best-start-in-life

Best Start Family Hubs are free to use and are open to all families.

While we were there it was wonderful to see the nature signs that we supported Wild About Huntingdon to purchase through our enabler fund at the entrance and to hear all about the fabulous services our local libraries offer inside too!

Mum's guide to Huntingdon Fusion Family and Youth Projects Huntingdon Town Council Oxmoor Community Group

[Photo 1 shows the entrance to the Huntingdon Best Start Family Hub, photo 2shows the Best Start Family Hub sign with smaller signs underneath showing pictures of different flowers, photo 3 shows the library's display table with various posters and books promoting their services]

01/10/2026

It was a pleasure to attend the opening of Fenstanton Village Hall yesterday. What a wonderful community asset they have created!

We have been working with the Fenstanton Village Hall Trust to help them equip the new building using the Match My Project Platform.

Match My Project connects community groups, schools and voluntary organisations with businesses that can offer materials, skills, advice training and volunteer time and is free to use.

Through this platform Fenstanton Village Hall have received a TV screen, seating, tables and equipment for a community café amongst other things.

To register click here https://matchmyproject.org/cambridgeshire-county-council

We also supported the Village Hall Trust in their application to become a Digital Hub through Connecting Cambridgeshire and it was great to see that is up and running too.

If you would like more information on how the Communities Service might be able to support you and your organisation please get in touch!

Fenstanton Parish Council Fenstanton Community discussion page Fenstanton Village Life

[Photo shows the new Village Hall in Fenstanton]

01/10/2026