Basingstoke Voluntary Action

04/09/2026

🌱 Do you want to make a positive difference in your community?

The Eden Project Communities Community Action programme is a fantastic opportunity to gain the skills, confidence and connections needed to turn your ideas into action. Whether you're just getting started or looking for inspiration, this fully funded course is packed with interactive workshops, expert advice, practical tools and networking opportunities with like-minded people.

You'll learn how to build confidence, bring people together, access resources and funding, and develop projects that can create lasting change in your local area. Plus, you'll receive ongoing support and a Certificate of Attendance to celebrate your learning.

Applications are now open for the upcoming Introduction to Community Action course. Places are limited, so don't miss out!

Find out more and apply today: https://www.edenprojectcommunities.com/events/community-action-programme

Eden Project Communities

Jam-packed with workshops, talks, networking and fun, this Community Action course is for anyone interested in making a difference.

03/09/2026

Community Volunteer Hub - New date and location added 💙🎉

The BVA Community Volunteer Hub will also be at the Rucstall Community Centre next week to talk about volunteering! There is no need to make an appointment - just pop in and have a chat.

📅 Tuesday 8th September
⏰ 10:00am to 11:30am
📍 Rucstall Community Centre, Holbein Close, Basingstoke RG21 3QN

📅 Wednesday 9th September
⏰ 10:00am to 1:30pm
📍 The Gill Nethercott Centre, Whitchurch, RG28 7HP

03/09/2026

Sign up for Moonlight Walk in Basingstoke on Saturday 26 September: (sign up includes a FREE t-shirt and wristband): https://www.stmichaelshospice.org.uk/events/moonlight-walk/

Starting at Festival Place, you can take on a 6k or 10k route while enjoying live music and entertainment!

Whether you’re walking to honour a loved one, or gathering your best friends for an unforgettable night out, every single step you take helps provide vital care for local families.

Everything you need to know:

What you'll get:
🎶 Live music & entertainment starting from 8:00 PM
💖 Your choice of a 6k or 10k accessible route
👕 FREE official Moonlight Walk T-shirt & wristband
🍬 Sweet treats along the way
🍸 50% off drinks at the official after-party at The Post Box Sports Bar - Basingstoke

The details:
🗓️ Date: Saturday 26 September 2026
📍 Location: Festival Place, Basingstoke (Start & Finish)
⏰ Time: Entertainment 8 PM | Walk 9 PM
Tickets: Adults £25 | Youth (11–17) £17 | Under 10s £5

Gather your crew, sign up, and start fundraising today: https://www.stmichaelshospice.org.uk/events/moonlight-walk/

Big thanks to our headline sponsor, Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP

02/09/2026

Every step tells a story 👟🧡 Join the Walk for Dementia – Basingstoke and walk in support of those living with dementia, as well as their families, friends and carers.

Monday 7th September, 1:30 pm, Eastrop Park (starting at The Boat House)
Tickets:
Just Walk RSVP – FREE sign up (no t-shirt or medal included)
Standard Ticket – £5.00 includes a medal
Premium Ticket – £12.00 includes a t-shirt and a medal

By taking part, you'll be helping Dementia Support Hampshire & IOW continue providing life-changing support, advice and activities for people affected by dementia in our local communities.

Sign up today and take on the walk 👟🧡

Once you have signed up we will send you a link to set up your Just Giving fundraising page and a downloadable sponsorship form to collect donations in person.

01/09/2026

🌟 Thinking about volunteering but not sure where to start? 🌟

Come along to our next Community Volunteer Hub and discover the wide range of volunteering opportunities available in your local community.
📅 Wednesday 9 September
⏰ 10:00am to 1:30pm
📍 The Gill Nethercott Centre, Whitchurch, RG28 7HP

Whether you're looking to gain new skills, meet new people, support a cause you care about, or simply give back to your community, we're here to help you find the right opportunity.

No appointment needed, just drop in and have a chat!

31/08/2026

🌞Oakridge Summer Festival 🌞
📅 Saturday 5th September 🕐 1:00pm – 5:00pm
📍 Oakridge Hall for All
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

A brilliant afternoon for all the family! There will be loads of free activities for all the family including:
🎨Face Painting 🐑Farm 🖌Arts & Crafts 🏰Bouncy Castle 🎳Garden Games
🫧Bubble Man 🎶Musication Station 🎤Performances & Live Music

28/08/2026

Voluntary organisations and charities in our network have received a share of over £2m in unrestricted funding in August, raised for free from their supporter network shopping online 🛍️

Register your organisation with trusted fundraising site easyfundraising.org.uk raising today, and you can receive this free funding in the next pay out in November: https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/basingstoke/

27/08/2026

Congratulations to Scratch Built Productions - Fantastic news! 🎉

Please share to help them on their hunt for venues/locations to host The Magical Toy Hospital 🐻🏥

🚨 BIG NEWS! 🚨
We are thrilled to announce that The Magical Toy Hospital has officially secured Arts Council England funding! 🧸✨

Thanks to players and , we’ll be taking our chaotic, heartwarming emergency department on tour next year! 🩺🎭

📅 Now booking for Spring/Summer 2027!

Venues, Festivals, Councils, Arts Centres & Empty Shop Units: Looking for high-energy family theatre complete with an interactive, immersive experience?

Primary Schools: Looking to deliver the updated RSHE curriculum guidance on loss, change, and grief in a gentle, age-appropriate way?

Through our interactive toy 'patients', we help children build emotional literacy and navigate tough conversations safely and creatively.

(All we need is a flat surface that we can roll around on!)

📩 Drop us a message or email [email protected] to request our touring / educational pack! (We’ll send it over as soon as we've made it!)

26/08/2026

Chi -Me Course in Basingstoke with Arthritis UK

📍Location: Aquadrome, Worting Road, Basingstoke, RG22 6PG
⏰Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📆Dates: Every Monday from 14th September to and including 19th October

Chi Me is a Tai Chi influenced exercise programme which is simple to follow and accessible for all ages (18yrs+) and abilities. Chi Me improves leg strength, assists efficient breathing, reduces the risk of falls, and promotes mental wellbeing. It’s perfect for anyone with arthritis or an MSK condition.

To book your space on the course please email: [email protected] or call 01256 474378

26/08/2026

🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️ Join the Inter Faith Walk 2026 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️

Inter Faith Basingstoke invites everyone to take part in the annual Inter Faith Walk on Sunday 13 September, from 2:00pm to 4:30pm.

This free community event is an opportunity to meet people from different faiths and backgrounds, celebrate diversity, and walk together in support of peace, understanding and solidarity.

The walk will begin at Winklebury Centre Car Park (RG23 8BU) and finish with refreshments and the chance to continue conversations and make new connections.

All members of the public are welcome.

📅 Sunday 13 September 2026
⏰ 2:00pm - 4:30pm
📍 Winklebury Centre Car Park, RG23 8BU
💙 Free Event

This walk is being run by Inter Faith Basingstoke, please email [email protected] for more information.