About the fund
In January 2023, the government confirmed the launch of the Know Your Neighbourhood (KYN) Fund. It is an up-to-£30-million package of funding designed to widen participation in volunteering and tackle loneliness in 27 disadvantaged areas across England. Fenland has been identified as one of these areas.
Of this up to £30 million, £19 million of government investment, and over £1 million of match funding, will support people living in disadvantaged areas to connect with others in their community and engage in volunteering. The aim is to improve wellbeing and pride in place.
How are Fenland libraries getting involved?
We are getting involved by really listening to what the local community would like to see happen in their local libraries. We asked through surveys and community cafes and the results showed patterns in people's local interests. We have gone on to set up a wide range of events and groups - something for everyone to enjoy . We have started in Chatteris but hope to continue this success throughout Fenland.
How can you get involved?
- Come along and join in with one of our activities, join up and become part of the library community.
- Follow us on our social media platforms.
- Volunteer at your local library to help out at these new activities, and one off events.
- Come along and see if you enjoy taking part and getting to ”Know Your Neighbourhood.”
Groups/Events we have on at Chatteris Library :
- Dementia Community Group – Every 2nd Monday, 10.30am-12pm
- SEND Friendly Hour – Every 2nd Saturday 2pm-3pm
- Pins, Hooks, Needles – Every Wednesday, 10.30am-12pm
- Retro Gaming Club – Every Friday 7-9pm ( starting soon )
- Gardening Friends – Every Friday 10.30am-12pm
- Community Café – Saturday 14th December 10am-1pm
- Novel-Tea Book Club – 23rd January and 17th April 7pm-8pm
- Drama / Singing for Adults – 23rd January and 17th April 10am-11am
- Chess Club – Every Monday , 3.45pm-4.45pm ( For all ages and abilities)
Please pop in to your local libraries to find out more.
Follow us on the Cambridgeshire Libraries Facebook page, @cambslib Instagram and X @ cambslib for up to date news on events and activities.
