Home-Start Guildford
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Charity Partner for Ada Lovelace Day
Celebrating Women in STEM and Supporting Local Families We were delighted to have been the chosen charity for this year's celebration of Women in STEM, held at De Vere Horsley Estate on Tuesday. The event brought together inspiring women from across a range of STEM...
A Little Book Making a Big Difference
'The Adventures of Petie' A New Children's Book from Local Creators There are some stories that stay with a family for generations – told around the kitchen table, at bedtime, or on long car journeys. The Adventures of Petie is one such story. A much-loved...
Home-Start Guildford Annual Review 2026
You're Invited to our Annual Review Join us on Friday 2nd October as we look back on another year of supporting local families through challenging times. Over refreshments and conversation, you'll have the chance to hear about the difference Home-Start Guildford has...
Fundraising Quiz
Join our Quiz My name is Sarah Black, I used to work for Home-Start Guildford and am now keen to raise some money for this brilliant charity. So …, I am inviting you to ask family, friends, neighbours and colleagues to make up teams (ideally of 6) for a Quiz Night on...
Mini Volunteers’ Fair!
Discover Local Volunteering Opportunities at Our Mini Volunteers' Fair Have you ever thought about volunteering but weren't sure where to start? Join us at our Mini Volunteer's Fair on Wednesday 9 September at Astolat, Guildford, and discover how you can make a...
Help Home-Start Guildford Win £5,000 for Local Families
Could you spare one minute to support Home-Start Guildford? We've been nominated for the Benefact Group Movement for Good Community Special Draw, giving us the chance to receive a £5,000 grant. A grant of this size would help us continue supporting local families with...
Celebrating Our Inflatable 5K Champions
Inflatable 5k Fundraising Event We’re thrilled to celebrate the fantastic efforts of our staff and trustees in bringing together our participation in the Inflatable 5K event. Their energy, teamwork and commitment made a real difference, with an amazing seven...
Honoured to Be Among the Mayor of Guildford’s Chosen Charities
Home-Start Guildford was pleased to attend the recent Civic Service, where we had the opportunity to meet the Mayor of Guildford, Cllr Jane Tyson. Cllr Tyson becomes only the 20th female Mayor of Guildford since the borough was established in 1257 - a significant...
Inflatable 5k Fundraisers
Inflatable 5k Fundraising Event Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Inflatable 5k event, where six spirited teams will race through a vibrant obstacle course, all in the name of fundraising for Home-Start Guildford. This fun-filled event promises laughter,...
New Manager Appointed
Home‑Start Guildford is delighted to announce the appointment of Natalie Blagrove as Manager, starting on Monday 13 April. Natalie joins the charity for a handover period ahead of the retirement of Sarah Black, who is stepping down after dedicated service to...
Picnics & Pinks at Chilworth Manor Vineyard
We are delighted to have been selected as one of the three charities this year to benefit from the exceptionally popular Chilworth Manor Picnic & Pinks event. The 3-evening event runs on 25, 26 and 27 June and ‘our’ evening will be Saturday 27th June. Booking is...
Stop Smoking in Partnership with One You Surrey
Home-Start Guildford are working in partnership with One You Surrey to support adults to stop smoking. Did you know that you are 3x more likely to quit with support. Gloji is a 12 week stop smoking programme with personal support from a qualified mentor, plus free...
