Warwick Digital Cafe
13 May 2026 13:20 - 15:50
Volunteers work with older people on a one-to-one basis, helping them to use their laptops, phones and tablets. We are now based in Kenilworth with transport provided or direct by bus from the bus interchange. Register your interest to join the Warwick Digital Cafe mailing list.
We help older people use their phones, tablets and laptops so that they can remain independent and connected with the community.
The clients are mostly elderly people from the local area. There is NO previous experience required! If you know how to work your phone/laptop/tablet then you'll be able to help the older learners to use theirs. Often you'll be teaching them quite basic skills like how to use Google Maps, share photos and send emails. In the event that something that you are unfamiliar with arises during the sessions, one of the project leaders will always be there to help!
The Kenilworth Community Centre is in Kenilworth and can be reached by a bus service direct from the Bus Interchange on campus, the fare being refunded by Warwick Volunteers at the end of the term.
We will meet at 1:20pm at the bus interchange to take the 11 bus to Kenilworth. Sessions last from 2:00pm to 3:30pm on various dates depending on the availability of student volunteers.
Closing date for applications is 13 May.
Community Chit Chat
01 Oct 2025 - 31 Jul 2026
Chit Chat Volunteers connects older and younger generations to help ease loneliness and isolation. Volunteers socialise with residents, join activities and help serve drinks and refreshments.
Do you like meeting new people? Are you good at chatting to people you’ve just met?
If the answer to these questions is YES, you could be one of the people we’re looking for. Chit Chat Volunteers aims to connect older and younger generations and help ease loneliness and isolation. The volunteer role is to socialise with residents, join activities and help serve drinks and refreshments.
Sessions take place on Tuesdays from 10-12noon. Volunteers host tea, cake, and activities with Canley residents, over 50 years old, at Canley Community Centre. Volunteers support this event by helping with the delivery of these activities and providing friendly conversation and companionship.The aim of this activity is to provide a fun friendly place for older residents to socialise.
The project is expanding in Autumn 2025 as we aim to launch further sessions with new community partners on different days and times.
Nature Conservation Volunteers
16 May 2026 10:30 - 13:30
We will be joining volunteers from Growing Together Stoke Heath, helping to weed and create a beautiful new community space
Date: Saturday 16th May 2026
Time: 10:30pm - 13:30pm
Meeting place: Outside Pret
Transport provided from campus
Tools and gardening gloves will be provided.
Drinks and snacks will be provided. Please let us know of any food allergies or dietary requirements we need to be aware of volunteers@warwick.ac.uk
Please wear warm waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear that you don’t mind getting muddy.
There is nowhere safe to store belongings so please don’t bring valuables with you.
We encourage you to get in touch if you have any specific access requirements, or need more information about the content and delivery method of a specific volunteering opportunity. If you have any requests related to a disability, please email volunteers@warwick.ac.uk giving at least two working days’ notice if possible.
Community Crafters
From 09 May 2026 13:30
Join us for a fun-filled community craft session at Canley Library! Together, we’ll bring creativity, colour, and smiles to local children and families. It’s a wonderful chance to make a real difference, sharing joy through arts and crafts while connecting with the local community.
Date: Saturday, 9 May 2026
Time: 1.00pm - 3.30pm
Location: Canley Library
All materials will be provided and bus fares can be reimbursed. Just bring your enthusiasm and a smile!
Applications closed on 09 May.
Warwick STAR
12 May 2026 13:00 - 15:30
STAR volunteers support refugees and asylum seekers in Coventry to improve their confidence speaking English and create a comfortable, welcoming environment for everyone involved. Volunteers will develop teaching skills in a comfortable and low-pressure environment, as well as building participants' confidence. We also offer reading and writing support, as well as some fun games to wind down! Please join our group chat using this link as it is where we navigate transport: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hu12LD4TCf1J3Y1CVlBGO0
Closing date for applications is 12 May.
11 May 2026 15:00 - 17:30
STAR volunteers support refugees and asylum seekers in Coventry to improve their confidence speaking English and aim to create a comfortable, welcoming environment. Volunteers will develop teaching skills in a comfortable and low-pressure environment, as well as building participants' confidence. We also offer reading and writing support, as well as some fun games to wind down! Please join our group chat using this link as it is where we navigate transport: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hu12LD4TCf1J3Y1CVlBGO0
Closing date for applications is 11 May.
12 May 2026 20:30 - 22:30
Ever wondered what a pipistrelle sounds like as it hunts insects using only its voice? Join us for an evening bat walk as we head down to the lake to observe Warwick’s nocturnal residents. We'll be using specialist bat detector equipment to pick up their echolocation calls and learn more about the different bat species living on campus.
[MAY BE SUBJECT TO MOVE DEPENDING ON THE WEATHER]
Date: Tuesday 12th May 2026
Time: 20:30pm - 22:30pm
Experience the mysterious world of flying bats on an evening bat walk around Warwick campus!
Volunteers will use electronic bat detectors to listen to the bats as they hunt in the sky for insects. We will provide some explanation on how these fascinating night time creatures behave. Have fun learning about nature and the wildlife that lives on campus.
Please wear sturdy footwear, suitable for walking on grass. Trainers are ideal. The activity will finish close to 22:30pm but volunteers are free to leave earlier if need be.
Please read the risk assessment before attending this activity.
Memory Lane Cafe
13 May 2026 12:30 - 15:30
Memory Lane Café takes place on Wednesdays from 1pm – 3pm at the Sydni Centre, providing a friendly space for older people with memory loss, to chat, enjoy activities and have some refreshments.Travelling from campus?• Meet at Bus interchange (Stop UW1) at 12.30pm For the taster session Warwick Volunteers will provide taxis to and from campus.
13 May 2026 16:00 - 18:30
Volunteers will support young people with refugee background in their English skills as well as learning their languages. We create a welcoming environment, with fun games, enjoyable everyday conversation practice and English worksheets. All teaching resources are provided by us, you just need to come along with a smile and excitement to meet new people! Please join our groupchat as it is where we navigate transport -- we will take the bus together from campus around 4 and reach back at campus at 6:30: https://chat.whatsapp.com/G3UhXe1iT3D3dFKFlk2SC7 If you would like to make your own way to the venue in Coventry, message us on the groupchat and we can message you the address.And follow our Instagram @staratwarwick for more opportunities!
Coventry Citizens Advice
Ongoing
Reception volunteers are the public face of Citizens Advice. They are the main link between the public and the service. As a receptionist you would greet clients and make them feel comfortable, answer phone calls and provide information on the service. During quieter periods you may, once trained, provide email advice.
What qualities do we look for?
People skills
Technical Skills for the Role
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
09:15 – 12:30
Yes
12:30 – 15:45
Closing date for applications is 01 Jun.