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Following the final Your Fund Surrey Advisory Panel (for Large Community Projects) meeting held in January, seven community projects across Surrey have been awarded a combined £537,533 to enhance local facilities, expand opportunities for young people, and improve access to inclusive community spaces. A further eight larger‑scale proposals within this round of funding continue to … Continue reading
Surrey Arts is delighted to announce the appointment of St Joseph’s Specialist Trust (Cranleigh) and Clifton Hill School (Caterham) as ‘Lead Schools’. Both schools bring a wide range of experience and expertise which will further develop the current portfolio of Lead Schools. The Lead Schools scheme was launched in March 2025 as part of an … Continue reading
Surrey Libraries are thrilled to be taking part in the National Year of Reading, a UK-wide campaign designed to inspire more people to rediscover the joy of reading. A Department for Education initiative and led by the National Literacy Trust, this year’s theme is “Go All In” and is being delivered by a group of … Continue reading
On Saturday 8 November 2025 the newly opened Library Hub in Staines-Upon-Thames came alive as a record number of 350 young people gathered for the annual Surrey Youth Arts and Culture Festival, vibrant celebration of creativity, culture, and careers. The event, now in its third year, is led by Culture Box Surrey, the Local Cultural Education Partnership for … Continue reading
Surrey Libraries are delivering at least £900,000 of value each year by supporting mental health and wellbeing, according to a groundbreaking new report from national charity Libraries Connected. The research, commissioned by the South East regional network of Libraries Connected and carried out by public policy consultancy Shared Intelligence, uses official government guidance to measure the economic impact … Continue reading
The newly opened Surrey County Council Library Hub in Staines-Upon-Thames is proud to announce it is hosting the exciting and innovative Surrey Youth Arts and Culture Festival 2025 for young people across Surrey on Saturday 8 November 2025. This free, one-day event offers a dynamic mix of workshops, performances, and exhibitions designed to inspire and … Continue reading
Surrey County Council and Surrey Libraries, in collaboration with Active Surrey, are excited to announce the launch of Borrow Bikes a free bike loaning service via libraries in Chertsey and Ashford. Library members can now visit Chertsey and Ashford Libraries to borrow a free bike, making it easier than ever to explore the beautiful surroundings … Continue reading
On Wednesday 10 September, the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford hosted a 60th Birthday Concert to celebrate a milestone anniversary, and the completion of a regenerative building project thanks to some substantial funding by Your Fund Surrey. In June 2023, Surrey County Council approved over £2million Your Fund Surrey Large Community Project funding for the Yvonne … Continue reading
Surrey’s Registration & Nationality Service has been undergoing changes over the past year with the aim of providing an improved experience for residents at important life moments. Dated and non-energy efficient buildings have undergone a makeover, and we are increasing the number of locations where people can register births and deaths, all to make the … Continue reading
Surrey County Council is pleased to announce a year-long health and wellbeing partnership project between Surrey Heritage and It’s Not Your Birthday But.. (INYBB). The ‘What Keeps Us Well’ project has been awarded £99,781 by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, and will run from August 2025 to July 2026. ‘What Keeps Us Well’ will explore … Continue reading
Surrey County Council are excited to announce that the Your Fund Surrey (YFS) Small Community Projects Fund has re-opened week commencing 4 August 2025 until Friday 20 March 2026. This fund is a powerful opportunity for residents to bring their ideas to life and make a lasting difference in their communities. Since its launch in … Continue reading
Surrey’s internationally significant archaeological site at Fetcham Springs has been awarded £250,000 by The National Lottery Heritage Fund to support Communities at the River: The Fetcham Springs Archaeology Project, a five-year initiative launching in 2025. Thanks to National Lottery Players, this funding provides a major boost to one of Surrey’s most important archaeological sites. Led … Continue reading
Surrey Libraires is holding a Taster Week at Epsom Library to celebrate the completion of its extensive refurbishment. Running from Monday 16 – Saturday 21 June, the week will offer a variety of activities for the whole community to enjoy. Residents are invited to explore the newly transformed library, now a vibrant and modern Library … Continue reading
The latest Surrey County Council Cabinet Meeting saw some important decisions made on behalf of Surrey residents, including another fantastic milestone for Your Fund Surrey. The funding demonstrates Surrey County Council’s commitment to empowering local communities and enhancing facilities across the county. These latest approvals bring the total number of large projects supported to 52, … Continue reading
Surrey County Council is thrilled to announce that Surrey Libraries has been chosen as one of the first of ten libraries across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland to become a pioneering Green Library Hub. This significant initiative is made possible by a substantial grant of £1,215,252 from The National Lottery Community Fund, secured by … Continue reading
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