The Voluntary Network

The Voluntary Network We are a Charity who provide transport services Connecting Communities across West Suffolk and The Befriending Service.

We are looking for more volunteers and service users across the region so please get in touch. The Voluntary Network is a charitable organisation
Charity No. 1082478 Company No. 3954998

COMMUNITY TRANSPORT - helping get people around, keeping them independent, accessible buses for anyone with mobility issues

BEFRIENDING - a free service where volunteers do home visits to provide friendship and company for lonely or isolated people

Have you joined our Lets Do Lunch trips yet? We've released our latest trips... always the way to, do we say it..... Chr...
04/09/2026

Have you joined our Lets Do Lunch trips yet? We've released our latest trips... always the way to, do we say it..... Christmas!

Whether you're a regular or want to join us for the first time, call our team on 01638 608022 to book your place. Collection is from the Brandon area.

Monday 7th Sept - Hubbles, Methwold
Monday 28th Sept - The Crown, Mundford
Monday 12th Oct - Thetford Golf Club
Monday 26th Oct - The Chase, Thetford
Monday 9th Nov - La Hogue
Monday 23rd Nov - Hubbles, Methwold
Monday 7th Dec - Elvedon Courtyard
Monday 21st Dec - The Bull, Barton Mills (Christmas lunch – must pre-book menu choices)

Pictured: The Chase, Thetford

Did you know we operate a bus service around Newmarket?The Newmarket Town Circular bus service makes it easier than ever...
29/08/2026

Did you know we operate a bus service around Newmarket?

The Newmarket Town Circular bus service makes it easier than ever for residents to move between Exning and key points in the racing town.

Use our services to travel to work, school, Tescos, the Studlands area and train station. Visit our website for further details or call 01638 664304.

The Befriending Network is all about building meaningful friendships which enrich the lives of all involved.We have a wi...
26/08/2026

The Befriending Network is all about building meaningful friendships which enrich the lives of all involved.

We have a wide range of ages and experiences within our volunteering team and recognise that everyone has something different to offer.

We offer Face to Face befriending, Telephone Befriending or a combination of the two. We encourage weekly contact in order for the befriending to have a significant impact. If you think this could be for you please contact us at [email protected] or by calling 01638 608048.

As we near the end of the summer holidays, we're reminding all about our Connecting Communities service, which is here t...
24/08/2026

As we near the end of the summer holidays, we're reminding all about our Connecting Communities service, which is here to help with all commutes across West Suffolk - including family days out!

It may be a visit to High Lodge at Thetford, Brandon Country Park or something as simple as a trip to the local supermarket. Call our team to find out more - 01638 608022

Are you, or someone you know, missing out on vital journeys because of a lack of transport options in your area?Please c...
23/08/2026

Are you, or someone you know, missing out on vital journeys because of a lack of transport options in your area?

Please call Connecting Communities on 01638 664304 and see how we can help. From appointments to social engagements, work or hospital visits, our team is here to help.

Another huge thank you to The Guineas Shopping Centre, Newmarket for displaying our Befriending posters 🤍 We're always o...
21/08/2026

Another huge thank you to The Guineas Shopping Centre, Newmarket for displaying our Befriending posters 🤍 We're always on the look out for more volunteers to join this vital service, so if you have a spare hour per fortnight or can help with any welfare calls from our office in Newmarket, please do reach out.

Are you a stroke survivors, carer, or family member? Join Stroke Association for it's upcoming Stroke Information Live e...
20/08/2026

Are you a stroke survivors, carer, or family member? Join Stroke Association for it's upcoming Stroke Information Live event on Tuesday 22nd September.

A charity very close to our hearts, please book your free place today if you would like to join.

DRIVERS NEEDED // We're looking for more Community Car Service drivers in Brandon 🚗 Can you help?Volunteers use their o...
16/08/2026

DRIVERS NEEDED // We're looking for more Community Car Service drivers in Brandon 🚗 Can you help?

Volunteers use their own vehicles to help people attend all sorts of journeys, including medical appointments, who would otherwise really struggle.

Volunteering is a two way street. In return for your time and support you'll get some fantastic things back, including the opportunity to meet new people and make friends, new skills (accredited MiDAS training), lots of useful things to put on your CV, out of pocket expenses and you'll be making a positive difference to your Community.

Please get in touch with our team if you think this could be the rewarding role you've been looking for - 01638 608022 or email [email protected]

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED // We are desperately in need of befrienders to help provide companionship to our local service users....
16/08/2026

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED // We are desperately in need of befrienders to help provide companionship to our local service users. If you're able to spare an hour or two per fortnight, please get in touch to find out more and help make a real difference to someone local to you!

Did you know we operate a bus service around Newmarket? We've been operating since October 2025, and are extremely pleas...
14/08/2026

Did you know we operate a bus service around Newmarket? We've been operating since October 2025, and are extremely pleased to hear the positive feedback around this service.

The Newmarket Town Circular bus service is available to all, making it easier than ever for residents to move between Exning and key points in the racing town.
Use our services to travel to work, school, Tescos, the Studlands area and train station.

Visit our website for further details or call 01638 664304.

Address

The Racing Centre, Fred Archer Way
Newmarket
CB88NT

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+441638608022

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