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Supporting and strengthening rural communities

Cambridgeshire ACRE works alongside the rural communities of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

Cambridgeshire ACRE supports rural communities across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, helping local people create real and lasting change.

From empowering volunteers to leading meaningful projects, to connecting local groups so they achieve more together, Cambridgeshire ACRE is committed to helping rural communities thrive.

We’re proud of our strong roots and the practical difference we make every day – supporting residents, groups and partners to build places, services and facilities they truly care about.

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Huntingdonshire

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Peterborough

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Fenland

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East Cambridgeshire

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Cambridge

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South Cambridgeshire

Link to: Supporting community buildings
Supporting community buildings
Link to: Facilitating rural housing
Facilitating rural housing
Link to: Protecting the environment
Protecting the environment
Link to: Promoting economic growth
Promoting economic growth
Link to: Improving wellbeing and inclusion
Improving wellbeing and inclusion
Link to: Offering consultancy
Offering consultancy

What’s on

All our upcoming events, workshops or sessions.

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Community safety, policing and rural communities | A Staying Connected Event

Join this free online rural community safety event to hear from the Police and Crime Commissioner for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. Discover current policing priorities and ask questions about rural crime, anti-social behaviour, road safety, fraud and support for victims.

13 October 2026

17:00 - 18:00

Online via Teams

Book event

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Is your village hall ready for the future? Practical steps for compliance, security and sustainability | Online Training Event

Discover how to future-proof your village hall with practical guidance on compliance, cyber security, GDPR, Martyn’s Law and volunteer support. This online session from Hallmaster explores efficient management systems that can reduce risk, streamline administration and help community buildings remain sustainable for years to come.

15 October 2026

10:00 - 11:00

Online via Zoom

Book event

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Community Building Retrofit Visit to Shepreth Village Hall | In-person Training Event

See community building retrofit in practice at Shepreth Village Hall. Tour the building, hear lessons from the project team and gain practical ideas for making your own community venue more sustainable.

21 October 2026

18:00 - 20:00

Shepreth Village Hall, 2 Station Road, Shepreth, Royston, SG8 6PZ

Book event

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News and publications

All the latest news about our work.

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The rising cost of keeping rural communities warm and connected

Rising rural heating costs are placing increasing pressure on off-grid households and community buildings across Cambridgeshire. Discover how higher heating oil prices, fuel costs and energy bills are affecting local communities and what support is available.
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Fenstanton Community Hall opens its doors

The new Fenstanton Community Hall has officially opened, providing a modern space for residents to meet, learn, celebrate and connect. Cambridgeshire ACRE congratulates the volunteers and trustees who made this important community project a reality.
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Why village halls should act now on 0% VAT for energy-saving improvements

Village halls have a limited opportunity to benefit from 0% VAT on qualifying energy-saving improvements before the relief ends in March 2027. Learn how an energy audit can help your committee prioritise projects, secure funding and reduce long-term energy costs.
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Membership

Our members have access to a professional advice service, one-to-one support and access to resources. By being a member you support the work of Cambridgeshire ACRE and help us support your community.

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