Join us at the Supplier Social Value Forum on 10 December, 10am to 12pm at The Lighthouse, Ely! Connect with local community organisations, hear directly about local needs and discover practical ways to deliver and evidence your social value commitments. Sign up here ➡️ https://orlo.uk/2LfP1

Around 4.6 million properties in England are in areas at risk of flash flooding, which happens when the amount and intensity of rainfall overwhelms local drainage. It can happen very quickly. Are you flood ready, or not? Be prepared, check your flood risk: https://orlo.uk/rntPC #FloodActionWeek

We're celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth by recognising Gloria Carpenter, believed to be the first Black woman to earn a degree from the University of Cambridge. Her legacy lives on through the Gloria Carpenter Pocket Park in Coleridge. ✨

Today we are celebrating #WorldMentalHealthDay 💚 Mental health affects us all. By being open, supportive and understanding, we can help create a community where everyone feels valued and able to seek help when they need it. #MentalHealthAwareness

Ahead of #WorldHomelessDay on 10 October, we're recognising the importance of ensuring support is available for people sleeping rough or at risk of homelessness. 🏠 Find out more about the support available and how to help someone sleeping rough, read the press release here ➡️ https://orlo.uk/BaWpQ

Secure cycle parking at Queen Anne Terrace car park is available for just £20 a year! 🔐 24-hour CCTV 🔑 Key fob access 🚴 Spaces available now Find out more and apply: https://orlo.uk/W8hbV #Cambridge #Cycling #CycleParking

⏰ Reminder: If you've received an annual canvass letter or email, please respond as soon as you can. 🔗 Find out more https://orlo.uk/GaAxW

#BlackHistoryMonth is a time to celebrate the invaluable contributions of Black people to our communities and to reflect on the importance of equality, inclusion and understanding. 🤝 We remain committed to creating a place where everyone feels represented, respected and valued. #Community

Today is International Older Persons Day 💙 Celebrating the older people who help make Cambridge a great place to live. Looking to stay active and meet new people? Head to our website https://orlo.uk/ERwIR #InternationalOlderPersonsDay #Active #Healthy #Cambridge

Secure cycle parking at Queen Anne Terrace car park is available for just £20 a year! 🔐 24-hour CCTV 🔑 Key fob access 🚴 Spaces available now Find out more and apply: https://orlo.uk/FVeEV #Cambridge #Cycling #CycleParking

On Friday 25 September over 350 residents came together at the Guildhall to watch a free screening of the People's Emergency Briefing and learn about the action being taken across Cambridge to tackle climate change and support biodiversity. 🌎 #ClimateAction #Cambridge #Sustainability

The Arbury Social is now open at Meadows Community Centre! 🍽️ Fresh, affordable food that supports community food projects across Cambridge. 💚 #Cambridge #CommunityCafe #SustainableFood

Community engagement must be at the heart of Cambridge’s future transport plans. In her latest Leader’s Blog, Cllr Katie Thornburrow shares her vision for a better-connected city, with improved links between trains, buses, walking and cycling. 🚆 🚲 #Cambridge #Transport #SustainableTravel

💡 What could your organisation achieve with grant funding? Past projects have included arts activities, sports programmes, support for mental health and initiatives tackling social isolation. Applications for our Community Grants close midday tomorrow. Find out more: https://orlo.uk/Ms0EH

📣 Grants applications are still open in Cambridge. Funding is available for projects that strengthen communities, improve wellbeing, tackle inequality, support sustainability and help prevent homelessness. ⏰ Apply by midday on 22 September 2026. #Cambridge #CommunityFunding

1/2 🎈 What if open spaces allowed everyone to have fun, not just children? The Playbox is popping up in Abbey and Petersfield this month with free games, creative activities and chances to connect with neighbours. 📍 Coldham's Common: 12 to 13 Sept 📍 Thorpe Way Recreation Ground: 19 to 20 Sept 🧵👇

💙 Local charities, community groups & volunteers help make Cambridge a better place to live. Applications are open for our community grants, supporting projects that improve wellbeing, reduce inequality, strengthen communities and prevent homelessness. ⏰ Closes: 22 September 2026 #CommunityFunding

🚧 Grafton West car park is closed today for essential maintenance work. The nearest car park is Grafton East car park. 👉🏼 For alternative parking visit https://orlo.uk/kVEc2

💡 What could your organisation achieve with grant funding? Past projects have included arts activities, sports programmes, support for mental health and initiatives tackling social isolation. Applications for our Community Grants are open until 22 September. Find out more: https://orlo.uk/X8wSi

📣 Grants applications are open in Cambridge. Funding is available for projects that strengthen communities, improve wellbeing, tackle inequality, support sustainability and help prevent homelessness. ⏰ Apply by midday on 22 September 2026. Find out more: https://orlo.uk/BJ3h9 #CommunityFunding

🌙✨  Closing today: Cambridge BID wants to hear about your experiences spending time in Cambridge in the evening & at night. Your feedback will inform future improvements and initiatives to make the night-time experience safer and more enjoyable for all. Share your views: https://orlo.uk/nDz2w

💧🌾 "Managing our water and safeguarding our food supply are two sides of the same coin." Read Cllr Katie Thornburrow's latest Leader's Blog on climate resilience, food security and planning for Cambridge's future. https://orlo.uk/tBIYD

⚠️ The Met Office warns that flash flooding may affect our area over the coming days. Before travelling, check local updates for road closures and flooding. Leave extra time, make sure you have enough fuel, and never drive through floodwater or flowing water. Flood advice: https://orlo.uk/EU1Si

1/2 💦 Free swimming for under-12s at Kings Hedges Some of our splashpads remain closed due to the hosepipe ban, but there's still plenty of fun to be had in the water this summer. Children aged under 12 can enjoy free swimming at the King’s Hedges Learner Pool during selected sessions.

1/2 ⛈️ Thunderstorms are forecast. ⚡ If you hear thunder, move indoors immediately. Lightning can strike up to 10 miles from the centre of a storm, so if you can hear it, you're close enough to be at risk.

🌟 What summer adventure is your child's list this week? We've got fishing, foraging, dance, capoeira, multi-sports, mindfulness or exploring the colourful world of Architects and lots more! For more free activities for children, young people and families across Cambridge 🔗 https://orlo.uk/o6Csf

🌙✨ Cambridge BID wants to hear about your experiences of spending time in Cambridge in the evening and at night. Your feedback will help shape future improvements and initiatives to make the city centre safer for everyone. 📝 Share your views: https://orlo.uk/V3WIx

Don’t be deceived, open water isn’t as safe as it looks. Remember: ➡ It’s often deeper than expected ➡ Hazards aren’t always visible ➡ Never enter unknown water suddenly ➡ Avoid weirs, locks & strong currents ➡ Let someone know your plans Call 999 in an emergency 🔗 https://orlo.uk/nKodq

❤️ Hot weather can be tough on the most vulnerable. A quick check could make a big difference: ➡️ Check on older neighbours, friends and family ➡️ Keep children cool and shaded, and never leave anyone or pets in a parked car. #WeatherReady #BeatTheHeat

☀️ Feeling too hot? If you or someone else is showing signs of heat exhaustion 👇🏼 🧊 Go somewhere cool 🚰Drink cool fluids and cool the skin with water or cold packs. Acting early can make all the difference. #BeatTheHeat