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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!

Sessions take place on Tuesdays from 10-12 noon and Wednesday from 11-12:30. Volunteers host tea, cake, and activities with Canley residents, over 50 years old, at Canley Community Centre and Coundon Care Seniors Club. 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.

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.

You can sign up for one or many sessions. When you register your interest here, you will be sent details of the various volunteering opportunities available

What You'll Be Doing
You will be an integral part of the hub's weekly operations, with a variety of tasks that make a real difference:

We will help sort donations, pack for deliveries and assist customers with their shopping at the hub

When and Where
Date & Time: Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Location: Canley Community Centre.

Travel Information
We will all meet on campus and take a taxi there and back. 

Volunteers who live in the area can make their own way there if it's easier. Just let us know beforehand so that we don't wait for you on campus.

About the waiting list

The reason we have limited spaces is because we are taking a taxi.
If you were added to the waiting list but were planning to make your own way there, please let us know, we can add you to this week's opportunity. 

If you were hoping to get the taxi, don't inconvenience yourself by walking there.

Don't worry, the sessions happen every week, and I'm sure you'll be able to get a spot next week.

What you'll be doing
The Pantry needs volunteers to help with stocking shelves and serving the public to ensure vital food provision is distributed to those who need it most.

When and where
Date and time: Thursday, 11:15 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Lillington Community Pantry

Transport details
We will all meet on campus by the entrance of the Arts Centre and take a taxi there and back. 
Volunteers who live in the area can make their own way there if it's easier. Just let us know beforehand so that we don't wait for you on campus.

The mock interviews will be taking place on Wednesday 10 December from 9am - 3.30pm.
Volunteers are required to take on the role of 'interviewer'  and support with the interview process.
The pupils need to practice talking to someone they don't know, so your support will be much appreciated.  
The 'volunteer interviewers' will see a number of pupils throughout the day for approx 10 minutes per interview. Question and record sheets will be provided. 
Transport to and from the school will be provided by Warwick Volunteers. 
Volunteers do NOT require a DBS check. 

Winter Wonderland needs extra sparkle. Help us make the magic happen!.

From 12pm to 3pm on 6th December, we need volunteers to help decorate the Wonderland path. Volunteers will assist with hanging up decorations, setting up displays, and transforming the road into a magical winter trail for everyone to enjoy.

Help us bring the magic of Winter Wonderland to life! We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to support our  Jar Lantern Craft Workshop.

From 10am to 1pm on 6th December, volunteers will start at Canley Community Center, guiding community members in making beautiful jar lanterns for the Canley Winter Wonderland.

Help us bring the magic of Winter Wonderland to life! We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to support our Paper Roll Lantern Craft Workshop and to join the event as festive costumed characters.

From 2 to 5pm on 6th December, volunteers will start at Canley Library, guiding community members in making beautiful paper roll lanterns for the Canley Winter Wonderland. After the workshop, we'll head to Prior Deram Park to assist in setting up a dazzling light installation. Volunteers will also wear costumes to bring extra cheer and atmosphere to the Wonderland celebration.

Date: Saturday 6th December 2025

Time: 10:30 am - 3:00 pm

Meeting place: Outside Rootes Launderette

Join the Nature Conservation Team for a fabulous walk! Explore the beautiful countryside surrounding the University of Warwick, on a guided walk that visits ancient woodlands, lakes, ponds, and streams. This is a great opportunity to see nature and wildlife. 

The walk takes us across open farmland, with superb views of the university in the distance. At Kenilworth Greenway,
we explore an old railway line that has been converted into a wildlife haven.

The 6-mile circular route follows public right-of-way footpaths and will take about 4.5 hours to complete.

Light snacks will be provided. Recommended to bring additional snacks and bottled water

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.

By signing up to this event I also agree to give 48 hours notice if I need to cancel my place.