People Powered Change

CAG Somerset provides free support to a thriving network of local Community Action Groups. Each group is working to improve environmental sustainability and resilience locally.  Group activities include reuse, repair, waste reduction, sharing, surplus food, composting, tackling climate change or encouraging sustainable behaviours within communities as part of their wider ambitions.

Welcome to our newest members

A poster with an image of preloved clothing ready to be reused. Text reads: The Honesty Jar. Make & Take Crafts, SwapShop, Upcycled Treasure. Swap before you shop. Find stuff you like... and leave stuff that needs a new home. Brought nothing to swap? Leave a contribution in the jar.

The Honesty Jar

The Honesty Jar SwapShop, community reuse project on the Dorset/Somerset border run by volunteers.

CAG Somerset news

Latest news from the Somerset community action groups.

A Day to Remember: CAG Somerset Skillshare 2026

Our CAG Somerset Skillshare turned out to be one of those rare days where everything just clicks….

Upcoming events

Events from the Somerset community action groups.

Saturday, 25 April @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Green Illminster Share and Repair shop

18 silver street

Ilminster

Green Ilminster share and repair shop. We opened our doors in February 2022, with the aim of…

Saturday, 25 April @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Street repair cafe

We are a group of local volunteers, bringing together our skills to share. We aim to reduce…

CAG success story

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Meaningful impact from CAG members

From April 2024 to April 2025, CAG network members have continued to demonstrate the incredible impact that can be achieved when people unite around shared goals. The infographic above draws on data collected from CAG Somerset members, highlighting their inspiring work. We’re proud to support this growing network of individuals committed to building stronger, more connected, and resilient communities.

One toaster repaired or a single loaf of bread saved may seem small in isolation—but together, these actions have the power to create meaningful change.

We’re constantly inspired by the achievements of our CAG members, and we can’t wait to see what this expanding network will accomplish next.