Residents of Claygate have access to a variety of community services and support organizations designed to enhance wellbeing and foster connection across all age groups.
Youth and Family Support
- Claygate Youth & Community Hub: Provides fun activities and support for young people aged 11-19.
- Home Start Elmbridge: A voluntary organization promoting the welfare of families with children under five.
Support for Older People and Health Services
- CHEER: Offers practical and friendly services to reduce isolation and ease financial hardship among older residents.
- Princess Alice Hospice: Provides a wide range of services and support at its hospice in Esher and in the community.
- Friends of Capelfield: A charity linking Capelfield Surgery with patients and the community.
Community and Volunteering
- Central Surrey Voluntary Action: Supports voluntary and community groups in Elmbridge, Epsom & Ewell, and Mole Valley.
- Esher & Claygate Car Service: Volunteer-run transport service for residents needing reliable travel assistance.
- Claygate Community Speed Watch: Seeks volunteers to monitor traffic and promote road safety.
Leisure and Social Groups
- Claygate Centre for The Community: Promotes active and full lives through leisure activities for residents.
- Claygate Village Women’s Institute: Meets monthly at Claygate Village Hall for social and educational events.
- Claygate Women’s Institute: Offers opportunities to make friends, hear speakers, and join smaller interest groups.
- Crafting Conversations: A new regular gathering for women to craft, share stories, and connect.
Other Local Services
- Elmbridge Borough Council: Responsible for street cleaning, waste, recycling, and other local services.
- Citizens Advice Esher & District: Provides free advice to help people in Elmbridge with various problems.
- Elmbridge CAN: A charity working to build a welcoming culture for refugees in the local community.
- Holy Trinity Church Connections: A friendly church community passionate about supporting residents.
- Elmbridge Wellbeing Walks: Free, led walks promoting health and wellbeing in partnership with The Ramblers.
These organizations collectively contribute to a supportive and vibrant community environment in Claygate, ensuring residents have access to help, social activities, and opportunities to volunteer.
Source: Claygate Parish Council
