Community Spotlight
Here are some of the upcoming community events and volunteering opportunities in the Royal Borough.
Discover the game of Go Go Club. No experience needed we’ll teach you! Fun, friendly, and free. Drop in and try the world’s oldest strategy game. Thursdays, 4.30pm to 5.30pm at Maidenhead Library.
Windsor & Royal Brough Museum are delighted to announce the launch of their brand-new Sponsor an Object scheme. The scheme will allow the community a new way of supporting their local museum and will provide a unique gifting opportunity for the history lovers in your life. They have carefully selected 40 unique objects from their collection which you can choose from to sponsor. In return, you will be sent a digital certificate with an image of your chosen object. Your name will also be displayed on their online sponsors board (unless you opt out). With your help, Windsor & Royal Borough Museum can continue to share the rich histories of our borough’s local history collection and ensure it will be accessible for future generations to enjoy Find out more about the scheme and how to sponsor an object here. Thanks go to the Friends of Windsor & Royal Borough Museum who have financially supported the establishment of this scheme.
ABC to read is pleased to offer its Buddy Workshop free of charge to some local schools, thanks to recent grant funding from Heathrow Community Fund and The Prince Philip Trust Fund. The workshop has proven successful in both primary and secondary settings, particularly with Year 6 and Year 12 students. It helps older pupils develop leadership skills and the confidence to support younger children who are struggling to read, while also building positive relationships across age groups. We are now looking to book in schools for the next academic year. If your school is based in Windsor, Maidenhead or Slough and would be interested in taking part, please contact us as soon as possible to express your interest. To find out more or book a workshop, please email.
Summer Reading Challenge officially launched in our libraries on Saturday 12 July. We have a variety of crafts and events in the spirit of this year's theme, Story Garden. All events are suitable for children aged 10 and under. For more information have a look at our Summer Reading Challenge events page
Age Concern Windsor hosts Cooking with Trevor, a relaxed cooking and social group on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, 2pm to 3.30pm at the Spencer Denney Centre, Windsor SL4 4EB. If you like cooking then come and join this lively group cooking a two course meal together. Food to take home and lots of banter. For more information and to book call 01753 860685 or email.
Grease is the word this Summer in Windsor. Join Theatre Royal Windsor's community cast of Grease this summer! Auditions for local performers to bring the 1950s love story of Sandy and Danny to life on stage are open for ages 16+. Performances 27 to 30 August. For more information visit.
The final Sunday Afternoon Tea for 2025 at St Michael’s Hall (behind St Michael’s Church Bray SL6 2AA) will be on the Sunday 31 August, 3pm to 5pm, in aid of church funds. So please do come along and support if you can. Visit us on Facebook (St Michael’s Church Bray) for other church events.
The Royal Free Singers are holding an Open Evening on Wednesday 3 September, 7.30pm to 9.30p.m. with registration from 7.15pm at Trevelyan School, Wood Close, Windsor, SL4 3LL. Plenty of free parking at the school. It will be an enjoyable, informal evening of singing with our friendly community choir and an introduction to music for our next concert. No previous experience is necessary - open to all enthusiastic singers! To book your free place or ask any questions email. Find out more about us at.
WAMCF (Windsor and Maidenhead Community Forum) invites you to explore the topic 'What can I do for World Peace?' on Thursday 4 September, 7pm until 8.30pm followed by refreshments. It is being held at Maidenhead Synagogue on It's free and there is plenty of car parking available. For more information visit.
This year's Cox Green Village Show is on Saturday 6 September. Open to the public from 2.30pm at 51 Highfield Lane, Cox Green SL6 3AX. Lots of classes for all, fruit, vegetables, handicrafts, photography, art and more. Junior classes are free to enter. Cream teas served by the C.G Townswomen’s guild. Craft stall, handmade gifts, cards, homegrown produce all for sale. Plus a raffle and children’s lucky dip. This year we have a performance by the young children from the dance group Ethereal.For more information visit or email.
The much-loved Bray Village Fête returns to the Village Green on Saturday 7 September following last year’s runaway success — and this year promises to be bigger and better than ever! Expect a full day of live music from two superb bands, chef demonstrations from some of Bray’s world-famous Michelin-starred restaurants, a bustling food court, the ever-popular Dog Show, Kiddies Races, and a colourful Fancy Dress Parade. There will be interactive activities and plenty to keep the whole family entertained. We’ll also be running our Luxury Raffle with incredible “once-in-a-lifetime” prizes, including gourmet dining experiences, signed cookbooks, and luxury goods. Join us from late morning for a celebration of everything we love about village life — food, fun, music, and community spirit — all in the heart of beautiful Bray. For m
Green Screen Windsor presents Six Inches of Soil on Saturday 7 September 2pm to 5pm. Green Screen Windsor is an eco film hub focused on environmental awareness, sustainability, and community engagement. Six Inches of Soil follows the inspiring story of British farmers standing up against the industrial food system and transforming the way they produce food - to heal the soil, benefit our health and provide for local communities. For more information and to book tickets please visit.
Claremont Singers Windsor is a small, friendly, upper-voices community choir and would love to welcome new members. They are a non-audition choir and sing a wide variety of music from classical to musical theatre in two or three parts. Reading music is not essential. We have an excellent MD and accompanist and we aim to have two short concerts every year in the church where we rehearse, occasionally undertaking performances in other locations if invited. Our next concert will be a Christmas on Sunday 14 December, 3pm. They meet on Monday evenings from 7.30pm to 9pm, during school term times, at Holy Trinity Garrison Church, Claremont Road and Trinity Place, Windsor SL4 3AX. Our next term will start on Monday 8 September. If you would like to join us please email or contact Jane on 07872 630745. Your first session is free. For more information visit.
The Arts Society Englemere (Ascot’s evening Arts Society) presents it's September 2025 Lecture. Held at Royal Ascot Golf Club, Winkfield Road, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 7LJ on Tuesday 9 September, 7pm for 7.45pm. A Photographic Odyssey – Shackleton's Endurance expedition captured on camera by Mark Cottle. There will an opportunity to put questions to the lecturer. For more information and to register your interest please go to our website or email.
If you are thinking of joining a choir but not sure where to go, why not come along and join in two free sessions with Windsor Soundswell Choir. These will give you the chance to experience the pleasure of choral singing and, if you enjoy it, we hope you will stay. This small, friendly community choir always gives a warm welcome to new members. It’s a mixed voices choir, singing a wide repertoire of music, no auditions and no experience is necessary. The choir meets on Tuesdays in term time from 7.30pm to 9.30pm at Trevelyan Middle School, Wood Close, Windsor SL4 3LL. The new autumn term starts on Tuesday 9 September. For more information visit or call Ros on 07814 470814 or leave a message for Sue on 01753 868468.
Castle View is hosting a series of ‘Discovery Days’ - giving people the chance to tour the facility and take advantage of a series of special dining experience. The events run from Tuesday 9 to Friday 12 September. For more information on these exciting days, please visit.
All Saints church in Boyne Hill will be open on 13 and 14 September, between 9.30am and 4.30pm on the Saturday, and between 12pm and 4.30pm on the Sunday for you to look around. All Saints is a Grade 1 listed church built in the gothic style, full of polychromatic colour, beautiful windows, stone carvings and much more. The church it sited in an enclosed grass quadrangle with other buildings around it in the same style. Volunteers will be on hand to answer questions and there is a guided tour at 3pm on both days, and an organ recital at 2.30pm on the Sunday. Light refreshments will be available. All are welcome.
Come along to Renew@100, a café style wellbeing space at Boyn Hill Baptist Church, 100 Westborough Road, Maidenhead, SL6 4AT. Open alternate Saturday mornings 10am to 12.30pm from Saturday 13 September. Pop in anytime for refreshments and a chat. Do some art, a puzzle or bring your own hobby. Why sit at home when you can be with others? For more information email or call 01628 781930 (answerphone) or 07305 084194.
The Cookham and Maidenhead Arts Trail (CAMAT) returns for the 11th year to showcase the work of local artists on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 September, 10am to 5pm on both days. This free, two-day open-studio event invites art lovers on a colourful journey through a rich network of local venues — all within a five-mile radius — highlighting the creative handiwork of approximately 50 artists across 16 venues. For more information visit.
Age Concern Windsor is opening an activity café on Tuesday mornings from Saturday 16 September. The café will have jigsaws, games, crafts and colouring available for people to use and led activities that you can join. It is open to everyone to spend time in and enjoy doing activities together. Café Refreshments will be for sale. For more information call 01753 860685 or email.
Outdoor movie! Friends of White Waltham C of E Academy are hosting an outdoor movie night on Friday 19 September at 7.30pm. We will be showing the Minecraft Movie. For more information and tickets email.
Help to celebrate Frimley Health Charity’s 30th birthday and join us at Walk 4 Wards for its 3rd year at Stokes Farm, Binfield Road, Wokingham RG40 5PR on Sunday 21 September, 930am to 1pm. Enjoy a scenic and custom-designed 5-mile walk or new to 2025 a five mile trail run through the stunning countryside, with beautiful fields and abundant wildlife. Upon your return, you’ll be greeted with delicious refreshments at the charmingly converted Stokes Farm Barn as part of your entry. Who will you walk or run for? Choose to participate in honour of a ward that has supported you or a loved one, or in memory of someone special, celebrating their life and legacy. Join us with friends, family, colleagues, and even your furry four-legged companions – dogs are welcome! For more information and book register, visit.
The trustees of Citizens Advice East Berkshire invite you to the Annual General Meeting on Thursday 25 September, 6pm to 7pm. Online or in person at Columbia Centre, Bracknell. For more information and to confirm your attendance please email.
Age Concern Windsor are hosting a Pie and a Pint pub quiz on Friday 26 September at the Spencer Denney Centre. Come with a team or join one on the night and enjoy finding out how much you know along with good food and others. Most dietary requirements available. Please call 01753 860685 for more information.
The Windsor Community 24hr Sing-a-Thon will take place Friday 26 – Saturday 27 September, 5pm to 5pm to raise money for Windsor Homeless Project Cold Weather Night Shelter. Organised by two members of the Night Shelter Committee and their choir, Glee Club UK Windsor, led by James Manwaring, the Sing-A-Thon will take place in The Windsor Boys’ School and will be supported by other local school, church and community choirs who will be singing in turn continuously for the full 24-hour period. If you’re in a choir that would like to take part, please get in touch by emailing. If you’re not in a choir but would like to be a part of the Sing-A-Thon, come along to one of the 3 community slots - all welcome - Friday 26 5pm to 7pm, Saturday 27, 9am to 11am and Saturday 27, 3pm to 5pm. Fun for all the family and a great way to raise money for a worthwhile local charity.
Windsor’s most glamorous night of the year returns to support local arts! The Kevin Cruise Foundation will host a dazzling Charity Ball on Saturday 27 September at The Castle Hotel, Windsor, with all proceeds dedicated to making performing arts accessible to all in Berkshire. Guests will enjoy live music, a DJ set from Kevin Cruise, mind-blowing magic, and a four-course gourmet meal — all in a glamorous setting with a professional photographer to capture the night. For more information and to book, visit.
Signature A Cappella Singers is excited to announce that they will be running a free 4 week course for any ladies that love to sing! All abilities are welcome and all materials will be supplied. Join us at St. Edwards Church Hall, Windsor SL4 3BA, starting on Thursday 2 October, 7.15pm. To Register, visit. For more information visit.
South Central Ambulance Charity Golf day. A fantastic event bringing together golf enthusiasts and our local community for a day of fun, competitions and giving back. Held at Sonning Golf Club, Duffield Road, Sonning, RG4 6GJ on Wednesday 15 October, 11am. Shotgun start followed by dinner at 7.30pm. All proceeds for the day will go to South Central Ambulance Charity. For more information and to book your tickets visit or email.
Come along to a special fundraiser concert on Friday 17 October, 7.30pm to 11pm in support of The Chandler Club at the Ascot Day Centre, a vital local charity that offers a welcoming social space for people aged 55 and over, helping them stay connected and independent. Get ready for a night of live music, dancing, and good vibes with The Gill Love Band, a dynamic seven piece group from Sunninghill, known for their eclectic blend of blues, smooth jazz, and popular funk classics. Expect a fun-filled evening of feel-good tunes, drinks, and community spirit, all for a great cause. Held at Cordes Hall, High Street, Sunninghill, Berkshire SL5 9NE. For more information and to book your tickets visit.
Driven Forward’s Community Fridge. A simple solution to wasting less through the sharing of good quality food. Visit one of three pop-up’s within the Windsor area – Sawyers Close, Mill Lane and Dedworth Road. For up to date information visit.
Are you an unpaid carer supporting a loved one? Whether you're caring for a parent, partner, child, friend or neighbour - you are not alone. Come along to the Carers Case, held every 3rd Wednesday of the month, 2.30pm to 4pm at St Mark’s Crescent Methodist Church. Enjoy a free cup of tea or coffee connect with others who understand. Share experiences, tips and support. Access information about local resources. For more information call 01628 200068.
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Age Concern Windsor is looking for volunteers to help with a new Activity cafe on Tuesdays 10am to 12pm. Volunteering would include serving refreshments, talking with attendees, playing games and join in activities. If you have a few hours to spare on a Tuesday and would enjoy meeting new people then we'd love to hear from you. For more information call 01753 860685 or email.
Are you ready to shape the future of Citizens Advice East Berkshire? We are seeking a new Chair to provide strategic leadership at a time when demand for our advice services is at an all-time high. If you have the passion to champion our mission and the experience to turn our vision into meaningful change then this volunteering role is for you! Citizens Advice East Berkshire offers crucial help and advice when people need it most. No one but Citizens Advice sees so many people with so many different kinds of problems, and that gives us a unique insight into the challenges people are facing today. We have ambitious plans for our future and are looking for a Chair who can lead with purpose. For more information please visit https://caeb.org.uk/chair-of-trustees-opportunity/
Volunteering as a Trustee with People to Places - you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of People to Places. Your expertise will directly impact the lives of those who rely on our accessible transport and mobility services. Serving as a Trustee is an opportunity to develop leadership, strategic planning, and governance skills. It also strengthens your professional profile within and beyond the voluntary sector. You will join a supportive Board and connect with professionals from a range of sectors, creating opportunities for collaboration and shared learning. Your contribution will help tackle isolation and improve the lives of people with mobility issues—making this a deeply rewarding role. We aim to maintain a diverse and experienced Board. All Trustees must have a clear connection to the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead - either by living in the borough or working for a business based within it. For more information visit.
Volunteer with Friends of Maidenhead Waterways throughout the year. Volunteers regularly run teams to maintain both the water and the banks to clear litter and undergrowth, plant trees, assist bank side owners and run boat trips for charities or the public. There are also opportunities to take part in measuring the rate of flow or water depth or assisting in marketing or other administrative duties. For more information email.
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust are seeking nominations for election to the Council of Governors. They are looking for members who are passionate about healthcare and want to help influence the future of Berkshire Healthcare and its provision of community and mental health services. There are two Governor vacancies for 2025 for the Windsor/Ascot/Maidenhead borough area. For more information visit.
Visit our Volunteering page to see more volunteering opportunities in the borough.