News & Updates
News and updates from Community First including our programme areas.
Join the Big Give Christmas Challenge and Double Your Difference for Wiltshire Young Carers
Support Young Carers in Wiltshire! From 2–9 Dec 2025, every donation to Youth Action Wiltshire via the Big Give Christmas Challenge will be match funded so your gift goes twice as far
Planning Permission Granted for Ambitious Redevelopment of Oxenwood Outdoor Education Centre
Planning permission has been granted for an ambitious redevelopment of Oxenwood Outdoor Education Centre near Marlborough
Understanding Blood Pressure: Why It Matters and How You Can Learn More
Join free BSW ICB online blood pressure awareness sessions this November and December. Learn the risks of high blood pressure and how to support healthier communities.
Community First AGM & Awards Celebration 2025 – Full List of Winners
Highlights from the Community First AGM and Awards Celebration on 8th October 2025, including a full list of winners.
Community First AGM 2025
Please join us for our AGM and Awards Celebration on Wednesday, 8th October 2025. The event will be held at Devizes Town Hall.
Small Community Groups Invited to Help Shape Wiltshire’s Future VCSE Strategy
Volunteer-led and grassroots community groups across Wiltshire are being invited to help shape how Wiltshire Council works with the voluntary and community sector in the future.
Local Homes for Local People – An offer for Local Councils
Wiltshire Community-Led Housing and Rural Housing Enablers can offer support to local town and parish councils in Wiltshire who want to develop new housing schemes.
Summer Holiday Clubs at Oxenwood
Fun and exciting adventure activities for kids aged 8+ during the Summer Holidays at Oxenwood Outdoor Education Centre
Volunteer Connect / Simply Connect Platform Update
Community First would like to inform volunteers, partners and local VCSE organisations that the Volunteer Connect / Simply Connect volunteering platform for Wiltshire will be discontinued as of 31st July 2025.
Easter Holiday Clubs at Oxenwood Outdoor Education Centre
Fun and exciting adventure activities at Oxenwood Outdoor Education Centre during Easter school holidays! For kids aged 8+ years.
Village Halls Week 2025 – celebrating, encouraging and supporting volunteers
#VillageHallsWeek returns for its ninth year to celebrate, encourage and support the efforts of volunteers who keep these important community buildings open.
Parent Carer Face-to-Face and Virtual Support Groups – Spring to Summer 2025
Join us for our virtual and face-to-face support group sessions for parent carers in Wiltshire, with new dates for Spring-Summer 2025
