Walton Charity

04/11/2026

We're looking for volunteers to help with some painting at our new community hubs!

If this is something you or your group or team could help with, please get in touch via [email protected]

Find out more about volunteering opportunities online.

waltoncharity.org.uk/volunteer-with-us

03/11/2026

Last month our team at The Bridge @ Church Farm took delivery of their new Ridan Composters pro system!

In a bid to tackle food wastage, this fantastic composter will allow us to create nutrient rich compost made from food waste and wood chips.

The handle is turned every day, moving the paddles inside which actively aerates the mixture. This decomposes material up to 32 times faster than a static cold composter.

With thanks to Elmbridge BC Community Climate Action Fund 26-27

03/11/2026

Some of the residents of our almshouses enjoying the Walton & Hersham FC National League South fixture against Torquay United on Saturday ⚽ Thank you to everyone at the club for a fantastic day!

Swans 11: Walton Charity Residents Enjoy Special Visit to the Xcel Sports Hub

As part of our Swans 11 initiative, Walton & Hersham FC were delighted to welcome three special guests from Walton Charity’s sheltered accommodation to the Xcel Sports Hub during Saturday’s National League South fixture against Torquay United.

Gerald, Roscoe and Jane were invited to the match as part of an initiative organised by the club’s Community Engagement Officer, James Kemp, helping to strengthen the relationship between the Swans and the local community.

The trio were welcomed onto the pitch at half-time, giving supporters the opportunity to show their appreciation and offer them a warm reception.

For Roscoe, the occasion was particularly special, marking his first time watching a live football match in 20 years.

The visit comes as residents of Walton Charity’s sheltered accommodation look to establish their very own Walton & Hersham supporters’ club, bringing people together through a shared passion for football and their local team.

Our Swans 11 initiative aims to strengthen the club’s connection with the local community, using football to bring people together, create opportunities and make a positive difference beyond the pitch.

Visits like these demonstrate the importance of making football accessible and welcoming to everyone, regardless of age or background.

A special thank you goes to James Kemp for organising the visit and helping make the afternoon a memorable experience for our guests.

We look forward to welcoming Gerald, Roscoe, Jane and their fellow residents back to the Xcel Sports Hub in the near future.

Once a Swan, always a Swan! 🦢

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30/10/2026

📢 Cobham Community Hub is hiring a Coordinator to help with the day-to-day running of the Hub. This is a very operational ole and would suit someone who is passionate about working with the local community and who brings warmth, genuine understanding of local communities and a commercial approach to make the Hub successful.

Please visit the link below for more information on how apply 👇

Apply for the Cobham Community Hub Coordinator job in Elmbridge District! Learn more about the job description, salary and job details to see if you qualify on Indeed today.

30/10/2026

This Christmas, double your kindness! One gift, a whole year of help 🌟

In-work poverty is a growing problem in Elmbridge, and our way of supporting families values their dignity, and gives them choice. Donate to our appeal this Christmas and give a gift that makes a real difference, all year round.

And here’s the best part: your donation will be doubled, thanks to Walton Charity’s matched funding. Every pound you give today will go twice as far to support local families*.

Our Pantry at the Bridge, originally set up in 2023, supports working families in Elmbridge struggling with the cost of living. Through our membership model, families pay £10 per visit to our shop, receiving items such as food and toiletries valued around £40. They also access advice from onsite specialists, alongside peer support from other Pantry members.

Please donate what you can today, on our Just Giving page:

justgiving.com/campaign/onegiftbridge

Find out more about our appeal here:

waltoncharity.org.uk/one-gift-appeal

* Donations will be matched up to £10,000

29/10/2026

Last chance for early bird tickets this Sunday 1 November!

Join us at Walton Voices 'The Breath of Life' concert at St Mary's Church, Sunbury on 28 November, for a fabulous evening of music and fundraising 🎼

Get your tickets for the event here: ticketsource.co.uk/waltonvoices

28/10/2026

Last chance to apply - closing date this Friday 30th October!

We're currently hiring for a Property Maintenance & Compliance Officer to help support Walton Charity's Property and Maintenance Team.

If you have excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail, we'd love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will be the point of contact for the management of property compliance, servicing, repairs, maintenance, and contractor activities across the organisations property portfolio.

Closing date for applications is Friday 30th October 2026.

Find out more about the role and how to apply, on our website.

waltoncharity.org.uk/work-with-us-

27/10/2026

"Jo Burton and James Stevenson, who both live in Hersham in the borough, have been sharing their cost-of-living experiences as part of a project that Walton Charity is running.

Burton said that food is "getting more expensive" and "school uniforms cost an absolute fortune and they don't need to. Whatever system you're dealing with, it feels like a maze... you never really get anywhere and no one really properly helps you out."."

Thank you to Jack Fiehn at BBC News for working with Walton Charity on this impactful article, to share the stories of local people experiencing the cost-of-living crisis first-hand.

Ahead of the Budget, residents tell BBC Radio Surrey their experiences of the cost-of living crisis.