Hastings Voluntary Action

Hastings Voluntary Action Supporting charities, community groups and social enterprises in Hastings & St Leonards.

20/08/2026

Love this! Well done to Friends of Conquest Hospital, Mr Doodle and everyone involved👏

Find out how to spot and identify dragon flies and damsels and discover more about the wildlife thriving in our local pa...
20/08/2026

Find out how to spot and identify dragon flies and damsels and discover more about the wildlife thriving in our local park with Sussex Wildlife Trust and Friends of Alexandra Park - Hastings Details below!

Volunteer Co-Ordinators' ConversationTuesday 8th September 2026 12.30 to 2.30pmThe Compound, 161 Bexhill Rd, TN38 8BGJoi...
19/08/2026

Volunteer Co-Ordinators' Conversation
Tuesday 8th September 2026 12.30 to 2.30pm
The Compound, 161 Bexhill Rd, TN38 8BG

Join HVA and Rother Voluntary Action for our quarterly Volunteer Co-Ordinators' Conversation, an informal networking and collaboration event for those who manage volunteers in Hastings and Rother. Light lunch provided.

This session focuses on sharing paperwork about volunteering, including information about DBS checks, recruiting volunteers and young volunteers.

Feel free to bring one of your volunteers with you to share their experiences of volunteering, but please make sure you sign them up for catering numbers.

Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hastings-and-rother-volunteer-coordinators-conversations-tickets-1997682900331

The Friends of Conquest Hospital 2026 Equipment Appeal Friends of Conquest Hospital have officially launched a major cam...
17/08/2026

The Friends of Conquest Hospital 2026 Equipment Appeal

Friends of Conquest Hospital have officially launched a major campaign to raise £101,000 for vital, life-changing medical equipment, and are looking for support!

​Standard NHS budgets cover the essentials, but the goal is to provide the cutting-edge kit that takes local patient care to the next level. Find out more here: https://conquestfriends.co.uk/what-we-do/equipmentappeal2026/

Are you looking for ways to get active this weekend? If so, TCV Sussex have compiled maps for one, two and three mile na...
14/08/2026

Are you looking for ways to get active this weekend? If so, TCV Sussex have compiled maps for one, two and three mile nature walks in and around Hastings - details below!

A few places still available for the 'Cross-Cultural Kitchen' cooking workshops with Chef John starting on 2nd October! ...
13/08/2026

A few places still available for the 'Cross-Cultural Kitchen' cooking workshops with Chef John starting on 2nd October!

This free workshop is run in partnership with the East Sussex College and takes place at Central Hall Hastings.

To book call 444010 or email [email protected]

Beginners Seaweed SearchThurs 13th August 6:15pm to 7:45pmJoin 'Be the Sea Change CIC' at Goat Ledge, St Leonards, for a...
11/08/2026

Beginners Seaweed Search
Thurs 13th August 6:15pm to 7:45pm

Join 'Be the Sea Change CIC' at Goat Ledge, St Leonards, for a FREE seaweed search, as part of the national Big Seaweed Search. This introductory session is suitable for adults and children aged 6+, making it a great opportunity for families to explore the shore together. No experience is needed - they'll have seaweed identification guides to help you discover what's growing along the shore.

Book via this link: https://buytickets.at/betheseachangecic/2344931/r/hva

Age-Friendly Newsletter - Autumn/Winter '26We’re delighted to share the latest Age-Friendly newsletter detailing a wide ...
10/08/2026

Age-Friendly Newsletter - Autumn/Winter '26

We’re delighted to share the latest Age-Friendly newsletter detailing a wide range of activities taking place in Hastings between now and December. From gentle exercise sessions, to coffee mornings, to Diwali celebrations, to reminiscence events, there’s plenty coming up! View and download the newsletter here: https://hastingsvoluntaryaction.org.uk/age-friendly-newsletter-autumn-winter-26/

If you have questions about any of the things mentioned in the newsletter, or would like to join our Ageing Network in partnership with Hastings Borough Council to share your thoughts on age-related themes and to participate in working groups, then please give us a call on 07513 234 307 or 01424 444010, or email [email protected]

05/08/2026

Today is the last day to help Umbrella Sussex 's Crowdfunder appeal to raise funds for Hastings first, independent and locally owned Community Eco Hub. See below or head to https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/community-eco-hub for more info!

Have a question about Pride in Place funding? Thinking about applying? Or simply want to share your ideas for improving ...
30/07/2026

Have a question about Pride in Place funding? Thinking about applying? Or simply want to share your ideas for improving your neighbourhood?

Come and meet the team, find out more about the programme, and get support with your application:

🗓️ Wednesday 5 August, 10am-1pm
🗓️ Wednesday 19 August, 10am-1pm
🏛️ HEART Community Information Hub (Town Hall, Hastings)

No appointment needed - just drop in and say hello 🤝

Can’t make it? You can get in touch with the team by emailing [email protected] or by calling 01424 451779

Full details on Pride in Place funding, eligibility and how to apply can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/hastingspip

Applications close at 11.59pm on Monday 31 August 2026.

Address

Jackson Hall, Portland Place
Hastings
TN341QN

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+441424444010

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