Destination Basingstoke

02/06/2026

Citizens Advice Basingstoke

It's volunteer week so we want to say thank you to all the volunteers in Basingstoke too

We’re celebrating 🥳 thank you to all our incredible volunteers that support Citizens Advice Basingstoke!

Our volunteers come from all walks of life giving their time to support you as Trustees, Advice Supervisors, Advisers, Research and Campaigns and our wonderful Welcome/Admin team.

Your dedication, commitment and passion in helping others find a way forward is what makes our work possible.

We couldn’t do what we do without you! 💙

02/06/2026

.. and here's something for tomorow

Thrive Volunteer Taster Day - Wednesday 3rd June, 10:30am - 12:30pm 🌷🌱

Thrive has been transforming lives through gardening for over 45 years through the life-changing benefits of therapeutic gardening and nature which support us physically, mentally and socially.

They are calling for volunteers to assist with therapeutic gardening programmes at its Reading centre in Beech Hill.

Volunteers will work alongside practitioners and help client gardeners who may be disabled or experiencing ill-health and disadvantage.

Thrive are holding one of their volunteer sessions next Wednesday, this is a great opportunity to see all the wonderful work they do and meet the team!
If you love gardening and want to give back, pop along to their taster day and find out more.

To book your space contact Thrive on:
💻 www.thrive.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer/reading
📞 call 0118 9884844
📩 email [email protected]

02/06/2026

Pop along NOW to find out more Basingstoke Voluntary Action

Want to find out more about volunteering? 💙
Our community Volunteer Hub will be at the Chineham Library - Hampshire County Council, 14:00-16:00, tomorrow (Tuesday 2nd June).

Speak to Sam about what volunteering opportunities are out there and how you can get involved. There is no need to book an appointment, just pop in for a chat.

Can't make it? No worries there will be three running this week:
📆 Tuesday 2nd June, ⏰14:00 - 16:00
📍Chineham Library, Chineham Library, Chineham District Centre, Chineham, Basingstoke, RG24 8BQ

📆 Wednesday 3rd June, ⏰ 11:00 - 13:00
📍Cafe in the Park Beggarwood, Broadmere Road, Basingstoke, RG22 4AQ

📆 Friday 5th June, ⏰ 10:30 - 12:30
📍The Orchard, White Hart Lane, RG21 4AF

Chineham Library - Hampshire County Council Cafe in the Park & Beggarwood Community Centre

02/06/2026

01/06/2026

⏳ Only two months to go!

Nominations for the INSPIRE Business Awards are closing soon, and this year there are exciting new categories to get involved in.

Whether it’s a standout apprentice, an innovative company or a team going above and beyond, now is the time to put them forward.

Don’t miss your chance to celebrate local success – get your nominations in today! https://www.destinationbasingstoke.co.uk/inspire/inspire-award-categories-2026/

30/05/2026

Week 2 of your training plan🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Now’s the perfect time to start your training and sign up for the Destination Basingstoke Phillips Law Half Marathon! https://bit.ly/4cnTjDW

Our official training programme, created by Race Director Mike Gratton, begins with an 8-week fitness plan to get you moving safely and confidently. This will then lead into a 12-week Half Marathon plan or an 8-week 10K plan – so whatever your goal, we’ve got you covered.

Remember the two golden rules: build up gradually and make sure you rest and recover. Even if you’re already fit, doing too much too soon can lead to injury.

Not sure where to start? Choose your level:
🟢 Green – Just want to get round? Focus on getting out there and building a routine.
🟡 Yellow – Chasing a time? Start building time on your feet steadily.
🔴 Red – Going for a PB? Begin building both endurance and pace.

Week two is all about creating a regular training habit –putting your feet on the ground and starting to build pace

Sign up, lace up and let’s get moving 💪

Phillip Law TD SYNNEX

29/05/2026

29/05/2026

There’s so much to celebrate in Basingstoke and Deane 💙

With thanks to our headline sponsor Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council, we’re looking forward to two fantastic events:

🎉 A Place to be Proud Of Awards – taking place on 4th June
Celebrating the amazing people, groups and organisations that make our community such a special place.
💼 INSPIRE Business Awards 2026 – nominations now OPEN!
Shining a spotlight on local business success, innovation and achievement. Entries close on the 31st July, with the Gala Awards Evening on Friday 13th November 2026 at Warbrook House Hotel, the grand finale of Basingstoke Business Week.
Get involved, nominate and celebrate local excellence!
Basingstoke Biz Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council