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

Our latest 'Lets Do Lunch' locations have been added to the website, with trips from the Brandon Area, and Mildenhall, B...
12/06/2026

Our latest 'Lets Do Lunch' locations have been added to the website, with trips from the Brandon Area, and Mildenhall, Beck Row and Holywell Row Area. If you've been thinking about joining us for one of these outings, or know someone who may benefit from joining us, please visit our website for further details- www.thevoluntarynetwork.org

Bert needs you more than ever 🤍 Our Befriending Service supports people over 60 years old who would love a bit more comp...
10/06/2026

Bert needs you more than ever 🤍 Our Befriending Service supports people over 60 years old who would love a bit more company and conversation. A friendly chat, a weekly phone call, or sharing a cup of tea can bring a smile and brighten someone’s day.

We’re looking for caring volunteers who can offer friendship, time, and a listening ear. You can help bring comfort, laughter and connection to someone’s week.

If you would like to get involved, we would love to hear from you! Please email [email protected] or call us on 01638 608048.

As Volunteers' Week comes to an end, we would like to thank our volunteers again for all they do and will continue to re...
07/06/2026

As Volunteers' Week comes to an end, we would like to thank our volunteers again for all they do and will continue to recognise and celebrate their contribution throughout the year.

If you’re inspired to volunteer, you can find out more at www.thevoluntarynetwork.org

03/06/2026

Our volunteers give so much to our organisation, without them we would not be able to do what we do. Thank you to each and every one of you.

There are a range of ways to volunteer with us to suit you. If you’re inspired to volunteer, please visit www.thevoluntarynetwork.org

We are proud to be taking part in Volunteers’ Week 2026 – marking 42 years of saying thank you to all volunteers across ...
01/06/2026

We are proud to be taking part in Volunteers’ Week 2026 – marking 42 years of saying thank you to all volunteers across the UK for everything they do for society.

We could not operate and provide the vital community links without our volunteers - so let this week be for you. Thank you.

We're in need of more volunteers to join our Befriending Service. A rewarding role, we have run our successful Befriendi...
31/05/2026

We're in need of more volunteers to join our Befriending Service.

A rewarding role, we have run our successful Befriending Network for over ten years in West Suffolk. If you would like to visit someone in their own home for a cuppa and a chat then we would love to hear from you.

We try to match people with common interests who will get along and we have had many rewarding friendships develop from this.

To find out more please visit our website or email [email protected]

Our community transport is a lifeline to many, offering connections across West Suffolk. We're in need of more passenger...
30/05/2026

Our community transport is a lifeline to many, offering connections across West Suffolk. We're in need of more passengers across all routes, particularly in Haverhill.

If you know someone who may need assistance getting to college, to see friends and family or making hospital appointments, please get in touch.

With the glorious weather of late, now's the perfect time to join in one of our Lets Do Lunch trips. Whether catching up...
29/05/2026

With the glorious weather of late, now's the perfect time to join in one of our Lets Do Lunch trips. Whether catching up with friends or looking to meet new people, these trips are designed to make it as easy as possible for those without transport to enjoy an afternoon out.

We book the restaurant and provide the transport, you simply pay your return fare from ÂŁ8 and for your meal at the restaurant.

With new dates now added for June and July please call us on 01638 608022 to find out more or visit our website.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED // We are desperately in need of befrienders to help provide companionship to our local service users....
24/05/2026

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!

With the May Half Term next week, be sure to call our Connecting Communities team to book your travel for you and the fa...
22/05/2026

With the May Half Term next week, be sure to call our Connecting Communities team to book your travel for you and the family. Services are available to all, giving access to those who have limited transport links around them, and opening up destinations across West Suffolk.

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

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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