Posts by Maxine Anderton
Open Doors Somerset: Bringing Repair to Crewkerne
On Saturday 27th September, Crewkerne buzzed with excitement as the town welcomed its brand new Repair Café, the latest community initiative to join the growing repair movement across Somerset. CAG…
Read MoreMore than mending: CAG Somerset at Fixfest 2025
Earlier this month, CAG Somerset joined hundreds of repair activists, educators, policymakers, and innovators from across the world at Fixfest 2025, held in London. This global gathering brought together people…
Read MoreCAG Somerset hits 50!
CAG Somerset now has 50 members! Launched in November 2023, our journey began with a simple but powerful vision: to build a thriving community of groups working together on reuse,…
Read MoreExploring Values at Open Doors Crewkerne
As part of our support for community groups across Somerset, CAG Somerset recently facilitated a values workshop with the inspiring team at Open Doors Crewkerne. The session brought together team…
Read MoreGrant open for applications to support ideas that reduce or reuse waste
Funding is available for innovative community projects in Somerset which are tackling waste. The second year of the Waste Not Somerset fund is now open for applications. The fund, which…
Read MoreBuilding Skills and Confidence Through Volunteering – James’s Story
When James first signed up to volunteer at Wells Repair Café for his Bronze DofE Award, he expected to simply complete the required hours and move on. What unfolded was…
Read MoreGrowing Stronger Together: Community Food Roundtable at the Red Brick Building
On Wednesday 6th August, CAG Somerset brought together an inspiring mix of people dedicated to community food at the Red Brick Building in Glastonbury. The aim of the morning was…
Read MoreCelebrating grassroots action across Somerset
At CAG Somerset, we believe that small local actions create powerful ripple effects. Community groups across the county have been making real-world change. This year, our incredible network of volunteers…
Read MoreUnlocking Funding Opportunities for Community Groups in Somerset
At CAG Somerset, we understand just how pivotal funding can be for local community groups. Whether it’s purchasing essential equipment or supporting a new initiative—access to the right resources can…
Read MoreCelebrating Our Volunteers: National Volunteer Week 2025
From 2nd to 8th June 2025, we proudly celebrate National Volunteer Week — a time dedicated to recognising and thanking the incredible people who give their time, energy, and heart…
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