Community Day 2026 Organisations
A citizen-led campaign group working to make Wells a city where disabled people feel included, safe and welcome. We focus on improving the local travel network by addressing issues such as drop kerbs, traffic speeds, disabled parking, pavement obstructions, dog fouling and accessible footpaths. We also promote greater inclusion through better access to disabled toilets, accessible tourism, disabled sport, employment opportunities and housing provision. Our work includes encouraging businesses to make reasonable adjustments, sharing best accessibility practice and providing clear accessibility information for residents and visitors.
Find out more at www.accessiblewells.org.uk or email hello@accessiblewells.org.uk.
Accessible Wells
Crandon Springs Care Home, Wells, run by Barchester Healthcare, provides personalised residential and dementia care for up to 64 residents, including respite and long-term stays. We offer a full programme of life enrichment activities for residents, families and friends, and welcome the local community to selected events. Our free monthly fish and chips lunch club supports carers and older people who may feel isolated. From 2026, we will host community information events on ageing-related topics such as dementia awareness, falls prevention and wellbeing. We also provide facilities for community meetings. Contact 01749 685180, CrandonSprings.Reception@barchester.com or visit www.barchester.com/home/crandon-springs-care-home
Crandon Springs
FordHaven We are a non-profit organisation, running a unique children's centre set up to support children in care and those who are separated from their siblings and wider family members. We help to maintain, repair and re-establish the important family relationships that often breakdown due to separation. Ultimately, sibling relationships are at the forefront of what we do. We aim to provide positive experiences where children and young people are able to spend their time in a setting created with them in mind.
https://www.fordhaven.org
FordHaven
Guide Dogs is one of the UK’s leading sight loss charities. Our expert staff, amazing voluntary community, and life-changing guide dogs help people with sight loss live the life they choose. Our volunteers really are at the heart of it all, whether caring for our dogs or supporting events, services, and fundraising. In exchange, we offer world-class training, ongoing support, and the chance to develop your skills for CVs and interviews. If you fancy meeting like-minded people, trying new things, or gaining a sense of purpose, volunteer with Guide Dogs today!
To find out more, visit www.guidedogs.org.uk or email volattractsouth@guidedogs.org.uk
Guide Dogs
Mendip Community Credit Union provides simple savings accounts and affordable loans to people who live and/or work in the Mendip area. Run entirely by volunteers for over 20 years, MCCU provides a friendly, local service with the option of meeting up 'face to face' to discuss financial issues. Whilst we always need volunteers to help run this service, you can also really help by joining, saving and (if necessary) borrowing from us. https://www.mendipcommunitycu.org.uk
Mendip Community Credit Union
Mid Somerset Oxfam Group works to raise funds and awareness for Oxfam’s global work in challenging the underlying causes of poverty and supporting people to cope when disaster strikes. MSOG does this by holding our bi-annual One World Fair, pub quiz nights, street collections, sponsored walks, soup lunches, Refugee Week exhibitions, stalls at local events and the new, outstandingly popular, NYE Ceilidh. We love to meet new supporters, people willing to join our organising committee or to help with specific event. Just email msog@hotmail.co.uk. Our slogan and our commitment is: We won’t live with poverty!
Mid Somerset Oxfam Group
Slimming World is a warm and welcoming weight-loss group supporting people in the Wells community to make healthier choices while still enjoying everyday food. Our aim is to help members build confidence, improve wellbeing, and achieve lasting weight loss through encouraging weekly support. Members benefit from a flexible eating plan, motivation, and a safe space to share experiences. Wells groups meet every Wednesday at Wells United Church: 9:30am and 11am with Sarah, and 5:30pm or 7pm with Ally. New members are always welcome. Visit www.slimmingworld.com to find out more.
Slimming World
SWEDA supports people of all ages affected by eating disorders across the South West, including family members and carers. We offer hope and enable access to support that empowers recovery through specialist counselling, information and guidance, recovery support, nutritional sessions, support groups and a twice-weekly helpline. SWEDA also raises awareness of eating disorders and body image issues and provides training for health and education professionals. Our specialist Children and Young People’s service supports ages 4–18, alongside sessions for families and friends. Last year, we provided one-to-one support to over 1,200 people. Find out more at www.swedauk.org or follow @sweda_uk_org.
Sweda
As part of the Somerset Dementia Wellbeing Service the Alzheimer’s Society offers confidential free support to anyone affected by dementia through local Dementia Advisers who can advise about any dementia related issues, suggesting coping strategies or helpful approaches. They provide information to those with a dementia diagnosis or anyone else in the family or support network who would like details about practical support, local activities, planning for the future and other organisations that may be useful. To access the service call our local helpline
01458 251541 or via www.somersetdementia.org
Alzheimer’s Society
Focus Wells provides affordable, professional mental health support for children (from age 4), adults, couples and families across Wells, Frome, Bath and surrounding areas. Based in central Wells, we aim to make counselling accessible to everyone by removing financial barriers. After an initial appointment, people can self-refer and be carefully matched with one of our trained counsellors. We also run a free weekly teen drop-in at Blossoms Café to encourage early support for young people. Connect with us at www.focuscounselling.com, call 01749 605052, or email office@focusbath.com for more information.
Focus Wells
The GLADE Centre (Global Learning and Development Education) is a locally based charity advancing public education on global and community development, including cultural, economic, environmental and human rights issues. Known locally and nationally, we deliver high-quality training, workshops and projects that connect global themes with local life. Using intercultural, sustainability, global citizenship and human rights lenses, our participatory approach—Connect, Challenge, Change—supports reflection, dialogue and action. We run community and heritage projects, interfaith initiatives and offer professional global learning services for schools and educators. Discover our work or get involved at www.glade.org or facebook.com/globallearningcentre.
The Glade Centre
Heads Up Somerset is a mental health and wellbeing charity supporting mental health, learning disabilities, dementia and carers. Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of our community through empowerment, support, creativity and hope. We provide day centre services, outreach support and community learning courses through creative workshops and activities. Our varied learning experiences help people build relationships, improve confidence and develop new skills. We encourage personal growth and better self-management, empowering individuals to build resilience and make informed decisions about their future. Connect: www.headsupsomerset.org.uk | 01749 670667 | info@headsupsomerset.org.uk | Facebook: HeadsUpWells | Instagram: HeadsUpSomerset
Heads Up Somerset
The local branch of the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament, we also practice as a peace group. CND campaigns for non-proliferation of nuclear weapons, putting them out of use, and non-renewal of Britain's Trident nuclear weapons system. We have stalls at festivals and events, speak to groups and schools, and organise vigils. We commemorate Hiroshima Day every August. On September 21, UN Day of Peace, we remember Harry Patch at his Wells memorial. All are welcome to our meetings and activities. http://www.midsomcnd-peacegroup.org.uk
Mid Somerset CND & Peace Group
In over 100 countries, including the UK, Save the Children helps the most vulnerable children stay safe, healthy and in education. It provides lifesaving emergency help via its field workers in disaster and war torn zones and in famines. It establishes and maintains sustainable projects offering long term educational, health and financial benefits for children and families. The Wells Branch is a volunteer group committed to supporting this work through its fundraising. We organise a range of events and have fun while raising thousands of pounds each year. To find out more contact Hilary Cain: hilary.cain@gmail.com
Save the Children
Stoma Heroes is focused on supporting ostomates—individuals who have undergone surgery to create a stoma, which is an opening in the abdomen for waste elimination. The organisation aims to enrich the lives of those with stomas by offering a variety of support services, including emotional and lifestyle assistance. They strive to break down the stigma associated with living with a stoma and promote awareness and education about ostomy care . Our contact information: shane@stomaheroes.co Mobile: 07802428074 https://www.stomaheroes.com
Stoma Heroes
The Lawrence Centre provides day opportunities for older people who are perhaps socially isolated and include those living with some memory loss and other health issues. We are open 5 days a week and provide a wide range of stimulating fun activities along with a nutritious lunch. We also offer an outreach service providing flexible support based on companionship at home by identifying activities and interests to promote physical, mental and emotional well-being. You can contact us on 01749 676839.
Instagram: thelawrencecentre. Facebook: thelawrencecentre
The Lawrence Centre
The Royal British Legion Wells Branch supports ex-service personnel and their families across the Wells area. In recognition of our commitment, we were awarded the Freedom of the City of Wells in 2022, and a committee member also received the Citizen of the Year award. We meet monthly at The Venue pub and host regular breakfasts. Throughout the year we organise social activities including lunches, BBQs and days out, encouraging friendship and mutual support. We coordinate the local Poppy Appeal, raising over £30,000 annually. New members are always welcome.
Royal British Legion Wells Branch
Wells Amnesty Group is part of Amnesty International, a global movement of ordinary people standing up for humanity and human rights. We campaign for the rights of all, as set out in the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights, by writing letters, signing petitions and challenging governments that abuse human rights. Our work focuses on securing the release of prisoners of conscience, opposing torture, enforced disappearances and the death penalty, and defending freedom, justice and truth worldwide. The group meets monthly, usually on a Friday afternoon at Wells Library, to plan campaigns, fundraising and awareness-raising activities. New members are always welcome.
Wells Amnesty Group
The Somerset Care Group Established in 1991, the not-for-profit Somerset Care Group provides specialist care and support to thousands of people across Somerset, Devon, Wiltshire, B&NES. We are passionate about supporting people to live the life they choose, and offer home care, residential care, specialist dementia care, nursing and end of life care, award-winning learning disabilities support and a respite centre for those living with a physical disability. We also offer day care and respite breaks in our care homes across Somerset and Devon. To find out more, please visit somersetcare.co.uk or call 0800 817 4925.
Somerset Care Group
Wells Dementia Action Alliance (WDAA) brings together organisations, professionals and volunteers to support people living with dementia and their carers in Wells and surrounding villages, helping them live as fully as possible. WDAA delivers Dementia Awareness sessions for local organisations and businesses, increasing understanding of the challenges faced by people with dementia. We run the Memory Café, a relaxed drop-in space for people with memory problems and their carers, and hold regular network meetings to share knowledge and good practice. We also provide up-to-date information on local dementia services and support.Website: www.wellsdementia.org.uk Email: wdaawells@gmail.com
Wells Dementia Action Alliance
Wells Independents have eight out of the 16 members of Wells City Council and two rock-solid principles:
1. Party politics have no place on local government.
2. We should give our time as volunteers in the community.
For example with Wells SOUP’s grant-giving lunch, campaigning on domestic abuse, litter-picking in the city, making pavements safer for the disabled, climate change, supporting the vulnerable, working with local charities and fundraising for them.
“People not politics” is our catchphrase. Find out more
Wells Independents
Wells Storehouse (Foodbank and Furniture Store) is a lifeline for people in Wells and nearby villages facing food insecurity or unable to afford essential household items. Run entirely by volunteers, our Foodbank provides immediate, compassionate support through three-day food parcels for every household member, including pets. Our Furniture Storehouse delivers donated furniture and appliances to families starting over or replacing essential items. Donations of food, furniture and funds enable us to support those most in need and help build a stronger, more caring community. Find us at The Old Pumphouse, Rowdens Road, Wells, BA5 1TU. Foodbank: 07587 125228. Storehouse: 07818 782026. Email: info@wellsstorehouse.co.uk.
Wells Storehouse
Winston’s Wish – Giving Hope to Grieving Children. The death of someone important is always difficult but for a young person it can be devastating. Winston’s Wish, the first children’s bereavement charity in the UK, supports young people up to the age of 25 following a bereavement. Founded by Julie Stokes OBE, a clinical psychologist, in 1992, Winston’s Wish has supported thousands of young people and their families, helping them to cope with their grief and find hope for the future. By listening, providing practical support, training and resources, Winston’s Wish works to ensure that no child grieves alone. https://winstonswish.org
Winston’s Wish
Wells SOUP is a lively and welcoming way to bring people together, spark conversation and support projects that benefit our community. Each quarterly SOUP grant-giving lunch raises around £700 and valuable profile for local charities and good causes working for the people of Wells. Attendees enjoy food, company and short presentations before voting on which project receives the funds raised. As the Dean of Wells recently said, “Please spread the word about this wonderful event.” To learn more, attend an event or apply to present your project, visit www.wellssoup.org.uk.
Wells Soup
WCN Neighbourhood Watch Scheme covers Wells and the surrounding area and works to keep communication open between Avon and Somerset Police and the local community. The scheme has 22 volunteer coordinators who receive police alerts and share relevant information with residents signed up in their neighbourhoods. This helps keep people informed and aware of local issues affecting safety and security. We hold quarterly meetings for coordinators and residents, attended by PCSOs and police speakers, covering topics important to community safety and crime prevention. If you would like to join the scheme or find out more, please email wellsneighbourhoodwatch@gmail.com in the first instance.
WCN Neighbourhood Watch
YMCA Brunel Group is an independent charity with community at its heart. Across our wide range of work, we provide vital support to people of all ages, providing them with the tools to govern their own futures and become valuable members of their communities. Among other services, YMCA Brunel Group has 8 nurseries, 12 youth clubs including 4 young carer groups, and provides 146 supported housing bed spaces per night. We need support to help us run these crucial settings and continue to provide people with the stepping stones they need to thrive https://ymca-bg.org