Cheshire Community Action

03/06/2026

BECOME A TRUSTEE

Cheshire Community Action is looking for passionate individuals to help shape stronger communities and influence real change. Join us and help us improve local services and build more resilient communities across Cheshire

Why join us?
- Help set the strategic direction of a long‑standing local charity
- Use your skills to support communities, tackle isolation and improve services
- Work as part of a supportive, collaborative board

We are interested in hearing from people who have experience supporting rural and underserved communities in Cheshire, or who have lived experience as a member of a rural and/or underserved community.

02/06/2026

Measuring What Matters: Understanding the Social Value Engine
Wednesday 17 June 2026
13:30 – 14:30
Online | Zoom

The Rural Services Network is delighted to invite members to an exclusive online session exploring how organisations can better understand, evidence and communicate the wider impact of their work through the Social Value Engine.

In an increasingly challenging funding and policy environment, demonstrating social value has become more important than ever. Whether supporting funding bids, strengthening business cases, informing service design or evidencing community impact, understanding social value can play a vital role in decision-making.

At this session, members will hear directly from:

Ivan Annibal, Co-Founder and Social Value Consultant, Social Value Engine
Mark Reading, Chief Executive, Cheshire Community Action
Jen Milner, Social Value Development Officer, Community Action Suffolk

The Rural Services Network is delighted to invite members to an exclusive online session exploring how organisations can better understand, evidence and communicate the wider impact of their work through the Social Value Engine.

27/05/2026

🏆Village Halls Inspiration Awards 2026
📣NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN

Does your local community space go above and beyond? Have they done something unique to keep the building thriving? Is the passion of those running it off the scale?

This is your opportunity to put them on the map!🫵

We’re Back for 2026! The Village Halls Inspiration Awards! Total Prize Fund: £5,0001st Place: £2,500 | 2nd Place: £1,500 | 3rd Place: £1,000 Entries closed on the 31st of October. Winners announced on the 4th of December Get inspired by listening to the stories of our 2025 winners. Village hal...

27/05/2026

Look out for events in your area. Allostock Village Hall is holding theirs on Saturday 6 June...

😎 Only 2 weeks to go until the first ever Allostock Big Lunch!!

🥗 Lots of preparations are under way -the RSVPs have been counted, the food is being ordered, the grass is getting cut…

💕 We can’t wait to welcome all residents of Allostock, and friends of the Village Hall to our great big community get together!!

Supported by Cheshire West and Chester Council, Cheshire Community Action , Warm Welcome Campaign , and Eden Project Communities

21/05/2026

Update on Martyn’s Law

Statutory guidance has now been published to help those responsible for premises and events prepare for The Terrorism (Protection of Premsies) Act 2025. The legislation (known as Martyn's Law) is designed to improve safety at public venues and events.

This is relevant to community buildings and community event organisers across Cheshire, as the law will require those responsible for premises and putting on events to consider risks and plan how they would respond in an emergency.

While the legislation is not yet in force, there is time to understand what’s coming and start preparing.

Find out more >>> https://www.protectuk.police.uk/martyns-law

20/05/2026

Energy Market Insights for Charities: Managing Risk & Collective Purchasing
📅 11 June 2026 | 🕚 11:00am – 12:00pm
In a volatile energy market shaped by ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, charities are under increasing pressure to manage costs effectively while avoiding unnecessary risk.

This free webinar, hosted by Ben Mason, will explore current energy market conditions and provide practical guidance on:
• Understanding recent energy market movements
• Reducing procurement risk in gas and electricity contracts
• The benefits of collective purchasing for charities
• Practical considerations when reviewing energy agreements

This session is particularly relevant for organisations looking to improve financial resilience and make more informed energy purchasing decisions.

🎟 Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/energy-market-insights-for-charities-managing-risk-collective-purchasing-tickets-1989083154259?aff=oddtdtcreator

20/05/2026

Healthy Hearts is a 1-2-1 support programme for people that are diagnosed with hypertension. to receive 1-2-1 sessions with a BACPR trained exercise professional. In partnership with Rural Together.

20/05/2026

A video case study about Stanney Green Gym

19/05/2026

The 2026 Knowing Our Communities State of the Sector Survey is now open for senior managers and trustees of voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations across Cheshire East.

The 2026 Knowing Our Communities State of the Sector Survey is now open for senior managers and trustees of voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations across Cheshire East.

With major developments including devolution, neighbourhood health and the Civil Society Covenant, it’s more important than ever that the sector has a strong voice.

- The survey takes around 15 minutes to complete
- Every organisation that responds will be entered into a draw to win one of three £100 prizes

Your feedback will also help shape the direction of our new strategy here at CVS Cheshire East.

Complete the survey today: https://buff.ly/8f6qKGb