Events

We run events, meetings and webinars to help your community achieve its ambitions. Join us to learn, meet other community organisations and experts who can help, as well as to share ideas and find out what works.

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

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Is your village hall ready for the future? Practical steps for compliance, security and sustainability | Online Training Event

Discover how to future-proof your village hall with practical guidance on compliance, cyber security, GDPR, Martyn’s Law and volunteer support. This online session from Hallmaster explores efficient management systems that can reduce risk, streamline administration and help community buildings remain sustainable for years to come.

15 October 2026

10:00 - 11:00

Online via Zoom

Book event

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Community Building Retrofit Visit to Shepreth Village Hall | In-person Training Event

See community building retrofit in practice at Shepreth Village Hall. Tour the building, hear lessons from the project team and gain practical ideas for making your own community venue more sustainable.

21 October 2026

18:00 - 20:00

Shepreth Village Hall, 2 Station Road, Shepreth, Royston, SG8 6PZ

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Eating well to support your energy: a free nutrition seminar for people living with cancer

Join this free online cancer nutrition seminar for people living with or beyond cancer and those supporting them. Explore practical nutrition approaches that may help support energy, the immune system and sleep, followed by a live Q&A.

27 October 2026

17:00 - 18:00

Online via MS Teams

Book event

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Futureproof your community building through fundraising – practical advice and proven approaches to help your community building attract funding | Online Training Event

Discover practical fundraising approaches for community buildings. This workshop will help trustees, volunteers and staff build a compelling case for support, explore diverse funding opportunities and create a sustainable fundraising strategy for the future.

10 November 2026

10:00 - 11:30

Online via Teams

Book event

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Wellbeing, belonging and community connections | A Staying Connected Event

Join this free online community wellbeing event in Cambridgeshire to explore practical ways to strengthen belonging, reduce loneliness and help residents feel connected. Share ideas with parish councils, village halls, community hubs and local volunteers.

17 November 2026

17:00 - 18:00

Online via Teams

Book event

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Building a better village hall website | Online Training Event

Learn how to create or refresh a village hall website that is clear, accessible and manageable for volunteers. This online workshop covers content planning, common pitfalls and practical ways to keep your community website useful and up to date.

17 November 2026

14:00 - 15:00

Online via MS Teams

Book event

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Creative coffee morning for people affected by cancer

Join a free cancer art and coffee morning in March for people affected by cancer, including family members, friends and carers. Enjoy a beginner-friendly art session, refreshments and information from Macmillan Village Agents.

17 December 2026

10:00 - 12:00

St Wendreda’s Church Hall, Church Road, March, PE15 9PY

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Huntingdonshire District Forum | In-person networking event for community building representatives

Join trustees, committee members and volunteers from community buildings across Huntingdonshire to share experiences, tackle volunteer challenges and explore effective ways to support volunteers, share responsibilities and build a positive organisational culture.

14 January 2027

14:00 - 16:00

Fen Drayton Village Hall, Cootes Lane, Fen Drayton, Cambridge, CB24 4SL

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Fenland District Forum | In-person networking event for community building representatives

Join trustees and volunteers from community buildings across Fenland to explore effective volunteer and trustee recruitment, share successful approaches and create welcoming opportunities for new committee members. Build local connections and discover practical solutions to common recruitment challenges.

20 January 2027

10:00 - 12:00

Wisbech St Mary Community Centre, Beechings Close, Wisbech St Mary, Wisbech, PE13 4SS

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South Cambridgeshire District Forum | In-person networking event for community building representatives

Join trustees and volunteers from community buildings across South Cambridgeshire to explore low-cost village hall marketing, increase local visibility and strengthen your online presence. Share successful ideas, learn from others and leave with practical actions to help grow bookings and community engagement.

29 January 2027

10:00 - 13:00

Comberton Village Hall, Green End, Comberton, Cambridge, CB23 7DY

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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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