This campaign organisation (BRTA) believes there should be a rolling programme of reopening railway lines across the British regions alongside existing network modernisation, electrification and station upgrades.  It offers an alternative vision to growing road traffic queues and locked-in congestion and the associated health and environmental damage. Reopening the Guildford to Horsham railway line is one of its focused priorities. BRTA has been around since the 1990s and con

VASWS are supporting the SCC Festive Mindful Drinking Campaign: Know your numbers, know your limit. This festive season, celebrate joyfully without the excess. Moderate drinking can help you enjoy the holidays while staying in control. Small changes can make a big difference in your health and well-being. Take the 2-minute Alcohol Test to start your journey: https://www.alcoholwise.org.uk/    Resources & Support: Healthy Surrey - Drug and Alcohol: Information and advice on dr

Following the tremendous success of our 2nd Training Day, on 18th November, we are pleased to confirm our next Training Day:  Date: Wednesday, 25th February 2026  Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM  Location: Silverbirch House Care Home, Worplesdon (just outside Guildford) https://lnkd.in/eujYpe83 This is a fantastic venue—we recently held the VASWS AGM there, and they were excellent hosts. They are keen to support community groups and activities. Please let me know if you can attend s

The festive season is a time for warmth, kindness, and community. This winter, you can help make a real difference by volunteering with organisations that support those who need it most across Guildford and Waverley. Whether you’re looking to give back during the Christmas holidays, gain experience, meet new people, or simply share a little joy — there’s a role perfect for you!

Following the incredible success of our first Alcohol Health Champions training session on 15th October, we are pleased to announce our next training day on Tuesday, 18th November, at the HALE COMMUNITY CENTRE - Hale Community Centre  from 10 am to 4 pm; with a FREE Lunch, workbook & a practical toolkit to take away. Feedback has been exceptional! Quantitative Feedback All respondents strongly agreed  with the following statements: The training was useful and relevant. The tr

We held the first cohort of Alcohol Health Champions training last week at The Hive in Guildford. The expertly led & interactive training session was delivered by Nell, from The Jen Group LLP , and all attendees participated and engaged well. With thanks to Surrey County Council , Public Health Lead for Alcohol Harms, for funding this project, and Guildford Borough Community Wellbeing Team  for hosting us with excellent refreshments and lunch. Thank you, too, to all our parti

Did you know that even small conversations about alcohol can make a big difference to someone’s health? VASWS is excited to launch a...

Are you finding it harder to recruit volunteers? Struggling to keep them engaged long-term? You’re not alone and we’re here to help. Join...

Please see our July Newsletter, below: https://eocampaign1.com/web-version?p=cc8f6abc-6d5e-11f0-8b71-1b52855c5c05&pt=campaign&t=175389153...

Lockwood Arts  are looking for volunteer receptionists: Key responsibilities would be answering any queries from either visitors or...

Care Ashore  are seeking Trustees: - Care Ashore https://www.careashore.org/  is a charity with a proud history. Since the 1920s Care...

MCR Pathways  are currently recruiting a new MCR Pathways Coordinator at Ash Manor School. The current postholder leaves at the end of...

You're invited to our Free Fundraising Mini Conference On Tuesday, 14th October 2025 , from 10am to 1pm Cost: Free Location: Godalming We...

#AlcoholAwarenessWeek  seems like a good time to let you know that, from the 1st August,  Voluntary Action South West Surrey  will be...

Waverley Family Centres are looking for a volunteer to help maintain their buildings and outside areas in Upper Hale and Loseley, in...

SAVE THE DATE! You're invited to our Fundraising Mini Conference in Godalming Tuesday, 14th October 2025 - 10am to 1pm Cost: FREE We are...

Just like Hannibal, in the A Team (yes, I am that old!) we at VASWS just 'love it when a plan comes together!' We thoroughly enjoy...

Cancer Research UK  are looking for some volunteers help out at the Guildford Race for Life and Pretty Muddy taking place in Stoke Park...

The Volunteer Connections Team enjoyed a fantastic day of outreach at the Guildford Farmer’s Market yesterday. Despite the sweltering...

FREE Training Alert! Don't forget to register for our Frailty Awareness Training in Haslemere or Cranleigh, this July! This free and...