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Time for a cuppa: brewing connection one mug at a time

Read our Chief Executive's personal blog written especially for Time for a Cuppa Week.
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The road ahead – what the NCVO’s latest report means for rural charities like ours

The Road Ahead report from NCVO is a powerful reminder that we need strong foundations, flexible thinking and a clear sense of purpose to continue making a difference in the communities we serve.
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Meet our new Chair – introducing David Olney

We're delighted to introduce David Olney, the new Chair of Cambridgeshire ACRE.
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Carers Connect Hub online community launches

Cambridgeshire ACRE launches new Carers Connect Hub, a new online support community for unpaid carers in Fenland.
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Minister of State visits Newton to learn about Rural Affordable Housing

Cambridgeshire ACRE welcomed Daniel Zeichner MP, Minister of State for Defra, for a visit to the Rural Exception Site in Newton, South Cambridgeshire.
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£8.6 million: The hidden value of village hall volunteers in Cambridgeshire

Cambridgeshire ACRE has revealed the staggering financial contribution of volunteer trustees who dedicate their time to keeping local village halls running.
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Celebrating rural community spaces: Minister presents Platinum Jubilee plaques at Duxford event

Cambridgeshire ACRE welcomed Daniel Zeichner MP, Minister of State for Defra, for afternoon tea at Duxford Community Centre as part of National Village Halls Week 2025.
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£2 billion new investment to support biggest boost in social and affordable housebuilding in a generation

£2 billion injection of investment for affordable homes to deliver the Prime Minister’s Plan for Change.
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The trustees at Ramsey Mereside Village Hall being presented with their Hallmark certificate.

Staff Blog: Why village halls should take part in Hallmark

For her final blog of 2025's Village Halls Week, Community Development Officer, Lisa, explains what the Hallmark Accreditation Scheme is and why she think every village hall should take part.
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Staff Blog: The challenges and celebrations of being a village hall trustee

In this, her second, blog of Village Halls Week, Community Development Officer, Lisa, explores the triumphs and challenges of being a village hall trustee.
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Staff Blog: Why should I volunteer to be a village hall trustee?

In this staff blog, Community Developing Officer, Lisa, explains why you should consider volunteering at your local village hall.
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Coton Village Hall

Staff Blog: The importance of village halls to rural Cambridgeshire

In this staff blog, our Chief Executive, Hayley Neal, reflects on the importance of village halls in our rural county.
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