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Supporting and strengthening rural communities

Cambridgeshire ACRE works alongside the rural communities of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

Cambridgeshire ACRE supports rural communities across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, helping local people create real and lasting change.

From empowering volunteers to leading meaningful projects, to connecting local groups so they achieve more together, Cambridgeshire ACRE is committed to helping rural communities thrive.

We’re proud of our strong roots and the practical difference we make every day – supporting residents, groups and partners to build places, services and facilities they truly care about.

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Huntingdonshire

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Peterborough

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Fenland

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East Cambridgeshire

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Cambridge

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South Cambridgeshire

Link to: Supporting community buildings
Supporting community buildings
Link to: Facilitating rural housing
Facilitating rural housing
Link to: Protecting the environment
Protecting the environment
Link to: Promoting economic growth
Promoting economic growth
Link to: Improving wellbeing and inclusion
Improving wellbeing and inclusion
Link to: Offering consultancy
Offering consultancy

What’s on

All our upcoming events, workshops or sessions.

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Fire safety compliance: what every community building trustee needs to know | In-person Training Event

This event, being delivered in partnership with Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service, will provide information and support to community buildings on the subject of fire prevention in public buildings.

7 October 2026

10am - 12pm

Rampton Village Hall, 4 Church End, Rampton, Cambridge, CB24 8QA

Book event

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Cambridgeshire ACRE Annual General Meeting 2026

Attend the Cambridgeshire ACRE Annual General Meeting 2026 online on 7 October. Discover key achievements from the past year, hear about future priorities and learn how to participate.

7 October 2026

2pm - 3pm

Online via Zoom

Book event

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Community safety, policing and rural communities | A Staying Connected Event

Join this free online rural community safety event to hear from the Police and Crime Commissioner for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. Discover current policing priorities and ask questions about rural crime, anti-social behaviour, road safety, fraud and support for victims.

13 October 2026

17:00 - 18:00

Online via Teams

Book event

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News and publications

All the latest news about our work.

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The rising cost of keeping rural communities warm and connected

Rising rural heating costs are placing increasing pressure on off-grid households and community buildings across Cambridgeshire. Discover how higher heating oil prices, fuel costs and energy bills are affecting local communities and what support is available.
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Fenstanton Community Hall opens its doors

The new Fenstanton Community Hall has officially opened, providing a modern space for residents to meet, learn, celebrate and connect. Cambridgeshire ACRE congratulates the volunteers and trustees who made this important community project a reality.
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Why village halls should act now on 0% VAT for energy-saving improvements

Village halls have a limited opportunity to benefit from 0% VAT on qualifying energy-saving improvements before the relief ends in March 2027. Learn how an energy audit can help your committee prioritise projects, secure funding and reduce long-term energy costs.
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Membership

Our members have access to a professional advice service, one-to-one support and access to resources. By being a member you support the work of Cambridgeshire ACRE and help us support your community.

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