Catch the Bus Month
Celebrating the power of buses and driving change in transport.
Championing sustainable, accessible, affordable and reliable transport.
Amplifying Action Workshop
Surrey Climate Commission is bringing together community groups working for nature and the climate for a hands-on workshop designed to help you do even more.
Every year, our survey of community groups tells the same story: passion and commitment are there in abundance, but access to funding and the chance to connect meaningfully with others doing similar work remain persistent challenges. This event is our response to that. We want to go deeper than a survey ever can. This will be a working session — a conversation about how the Commission can support your work, and an exploration of practical ways forward. Funding will be firmly on the agenda. With funders increasingly favouring collaborative bids, this event will be a catalyst. We're planning to bring in expertise to offer frank, friendly advice on how to strengthen funding applications. This won't be a passive event. We're looking for groups who are ready to engage, share their experience, and leave with something tangible to act on.
Places are limited, so please send a short paragraph on why your community group would like to attend and what you're hoping to get from the day.
Oxshott Repair Cafe and Swap Shop
Bin it? No way!
Repair cafes are a way to bring a second lease of life to your household goods, clothes and other textiles. The idea is that you bring along your damaged goods and our volunteer repairers will do their best to fix it whilst passing on some helpful tips and skills. If possible, they will show you how to do the repair yourself under their guidance.
Oxshott repair cafe is also a great place to enjoy a coffee and a friendly chat.
The Swap Shop will run at the same time:
Jan/Feb/Mar = Jigsaws, Board Games, Cookery Books - plus plants and seeds
Apr/May/Jun/Jul = Baby & Toddler Clothes (up to 5 years) - plus plants and seeds
Sep/Oct/Nov = Craft and Art Supplies, Magazines - plus plants and seeds
People's Emergency Briefing - Oxshott Net Zero
What’s happening with climate and nature, and what does it mean for everyday life in the UK?
Join us for a screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing - an eye-opening 50-minute film bringing together nine leading UK scientists and experts with the latest evidence and why it matters for things like extreme weather, food security, health and cost of living.
The film is based on the National Emergency Briefing in Westminster (featured by ITV, Channel 4 and The Times) with appearances from Chris Packham, Deborah Meaden, and a range of voices from across the UK.
After the film there will be an open discussion about what it means for our community and what we can do locally.
We will be inviting the local MP, Ben Spencer, and local councillors. We are optimistic that they will join with locals from Oxshott and the surrounding areas for this important discussion about our future.
Seats are free but limited so please book in advance.
If after booking you are unable to attend, we’d be very grateful if you could let us know so that we can re-allocate your ticket to someone else.
Bring a friend, neighbour or family member: everyone is welcome.
Nature and Climate Festival 2026
The Thames Ditton & Weston Green Nature & Climate Festival
There will be lots to see and do, including an exclusive nature-themed exhibition showcasing some of the wonderful collections usually hidden away in Elmbridge Museum’s stores and a screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing - an important and inspiring film showing what communities can do to help tackle climate change.
Plus we will have a Sunday morning session of our Repair Cafe, we’ll be announcing the winners of our Photography Competition sponsored by Killik & Co, and more.
Click for more details.
HEAT Information Webinar
Surrey Climate Commission’s Home Energy Advice Team (HEAT) has been providing community-led home energy advice across Surrey for the past four years. Local Energy Champions have conducted over 3,000 home visits to advise residents on how they can reduce energy use, bills and carbon emissions.
As the service grows, HEAT is aiming to involve more community groups in the project. There are lots of ways to be involved, and so it is running this information event for any groups interested to find out more. Find out how HEAT has changed over the years, how it supports residents to reduce bills and carbon emissions, and how your group can be involved.
We do not have any HEAT Plus representatives in Elmbridge yet so if you would like to find out more join this information webinar or contact Jane at SCComm.
People's Emergency Briefing - Thames Ditton Foundation
The People’s Emergency Briefing is a 50 minute documentary which brings together leading UK scientists to present the latest evidence on the climate and ecological crisis This will be followed by a facilitated discussion to help the audience engage with the evidence on a human level.
The event is organised and facilitated by the Thames Ditton Foundation. Tickets are free but booking (over 16s) required in advance. There will be a cash/card bar and free soft drinks
Repair Café: Walton-on-Thames
Walton-on-Thames Repair Cafe runs the second Saturday of the month.
Esher Quakers Walk and Talk
Starting and ending at the Esher Adult Education Centre, this walk will be passing by West End Green and Esher Woods with the opportunity to enjoy mature woodland, a variety of birds and all sorts of plants.
On our return, there is time for a shared lunch - bring your own with tea and coffee available.
For more information contact eqclerk@gmail.com
Repair Café: Walton-on-Thames
Walton-on-Thames Repair Cafe runs the second Saturday of the month.
National Emergency Briefing Screening
St Andrew’s Church, Cobham, invites you to watch the National Emergency Briefing.
After the screening, there will be refreshments followed by a time for discussion and reflection.
All community members welcome.
Contact Leonard Beighton for more information or click here to book.
Oxshott Repair Cafe
Bin it? No way!
Repair cafes are a way to bring a second lease of life to your household goods, clothes and other textiles. The idea is that you bring along your damaged goods and our volunteer repairers will do their best to fix it whilst passing on some helpful tips and skills. If possible, they will show you how to do the repair yourself under their guidance.
Oxshott repair cafe is also a great place to enjoy a coffee and a friendly chat.
See below for the Swap Shops running over the coming months.
Oxshott Repair Cafe is a part of the Global Repair Cafe movement led by Repair Cafe International Foundation. www.repaircafe.org/en
Please note our new venue at St Andrew’s Church
Repair Café: Walton-on-Thames
Walton-on-Thames Repair Cafe runs the second Saturday of the month.
Great Big Green Week 2026
The Great Big Green Week is the UK’s biggest celebration of community action to tackle climate change and protect nature.
The Big Help Out
We are looking for local residents to come together to help with improving our Green Spaces. The allotment is 10 years old this year and we are looking to make some improvements and celebrate in style!
From sowing seeds, to planting out, weeding, creating new paths and upcycling projects - there's something for everyone to get involved with and there will be ample tea and cake on offer!
Come for an hour or the whole day, it would be great to see you there.
Register your interest at greenspaces@waltoncharity.org.uk.
National Emergency Briefing
On 27 November 2025, ten of the UK’s leading experts briefed an invited audience of more than 1,200 politicians and leaders from business, culture, faith, sport and the media in Westminster.
The briefing set out the implications of climate and nature breakdown for health, food systems, national security and the economy, and did so on the public record.
The National Emergency Briefing film is now being shown accross the country.
Please come and see the evidence for yourself - book a free ticket here.
Oxshott Repair Cafe
Bin it? No way!
Repair cafes are a way to bring a second lease of life to your household goods, clothes and other textiles. The idea is that you bring along your damaged goods and our volunteer repairers will do their best to fix it whilst passing on some helpful tips and skills. If possible, they will show you how to do the repair yourself under their guidance.
Oxshott repair cafe is also a great place to enjoy a coffee and a friendly chat.
See below for the Swap Shops running over the coming months.
Oxshott Repair Cafe is a part of the Global Repair Cafe movement led by Repair Cafe International Foundation. www.repaircafe.org/en
Please note our new venue at St Andrew’s Church
Repair Café: Walton-on-Thames
Walton-on-Thames Repair Cafe runs the second Saturday of the month.
Oxshott Repair Cafe
Bin it? No way!
Repair cafes are a way to bring a second lease of life to your household goods, clothes and other textiles. The idea is that you bring along your damaged goods and our volunteer repairers will do their best to fix it whilst passing on some helpful tips and skills. If possible, they will show you how to do the repair yourself under their guidance.
Oxshott repair cafe is also a great place to enjoy a coffee and a friendly chat.
See below for the Swap Shops running over the coming months.
Oxshott Repair Cafe is a part of the Global Repair Cafe movement led by Repair Cafe International Foundation. www.repaircafe.org/en
Please note our new venue at St Andrew’s Church
Repair Café: Walton-on-Thames
Walton-on-Thames Repair Cafe runs the second Saturday of the month.
Oxshott Repair Cafe
Bin it? No way!
Repair cafes are a way to bring a second lease of life to your household goods, clothes and other textiles. The idea is that you bring along your damaged goods and our volunteer repairers will do their best to fix it whilst passing on some helpful tips and skills. If possible, they will show you how to do the repair yourself under their guidance.
Oxshott repair cafe is also a great place to enjoy a coffee and a friendly chat.
See below for the Swap Shops running over the coming months.
Oxshott Repair Cafe is a part of the Global Repair Cafe movement led by Repair Cafe International Foundation. www.repaircafe.org/en
Please note our new venue at St Andrew’s Church
Weybridge Spring Clean
Please join us for a Spring Clean in Weybridge as part of Keep Britain Tidy’s Great British Spring Clean
Green Elmbridge Spring Event
Come along and hear about the challenges at Hampton Court Gardens in the face of climate change.
Island Farm Community Garden Seed Swap Saturday
Everyone is welcome to come along to choose seeds for themselves or to give surplus seeds or just to visit the garden.
You are welcome to take seeds without donating.
As an added incentive – refreshments will be served!
Location of the garden: between numbers 4 and 6 Island Farm Road, West Molesey KT8 2LH
Repair Café: Walton-on-Thames
Walton-on-Thames Repair Cafe runs the second Saturday of the month.
Oxshott Repair Cafe
Bin it? No way!
Repair cafes are a way to bring a second lease of life to your household goods, clothes and other textiles. The idea is that you bring along your damaged goods and our volunteer repairers will do their best to fix it whilst passing on some helpful tips and skills. If possible, they will show you how to do the repair yourself under their guidance.
Oxshott repair cafe is also a great place to enjoy a coffee and a friendly chat.
See below for the Swap Shops running over the coming months.
Oxshott Repair Cafe is a part of the Global Repair Cafe movement led by Repair Cafe International Foundation. www.repaircafe.org/en
Please note our new venue at St Andrew’s Church
Repair Café: Walton-on-Thames
Walton-on-Thames Repair Cafe runs the second Saturday of the month.
The Hardest Lesson | The invisible struggle of teaching climate in a time of crisis | Climate Courage Schools
Join an online conversation chaired by Caroline Lucas: Tuesday 27 January, 6.30-7.45pm
How do we equip the next generation for a changing world? And what does it feel like to be the teacher in the room when those conversations happen?
Join us for an evening of vital discussion, film, and practical solutions. We are bringing together leading researchers, educators, and youth voices to explore how we can move from anxiety to agency in the classroom.
Short film: A screening of The Hardest Lesson, a new campaign short film directed by Bonnie MacRae and starring Thomas Flynn. Experience what it can feel like to to deliver climate education to a roomful of young people;
New research: Hear from Jessica Newberry le Vay (University of Oxford & Climate Cares Centre) as she presents a new report on the reality of teaching and learning in a climate crisis; as well as from the UK Health Security Agency's Emma Gillingham and Rhiannon Cordiner, authors of an important new report on climate change and mental health;
Meet the educators who are already implementing whole-school, emotionally-informed approaches that build resilience and hope.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
Whether you are a teacher, school leader, parent, or policymaker, this event offers a space to reflect on the challenges we face and, more importantly, the solutions already being pioneered in classrooms across the UK.
SPEAKERS
Chair: Caroline Lucas (Former MP and Environmental Campaigner)
Jess Newberry le Vay (University of Oxford / Climate Cares Centre)
Emma Gillingham & Rhiannon Cordiner (UK Health Security Agency)
Tina Farr & Clare Whyles: Co-Heads at St Ebbe’s Primary School, Oxford
Margo Cox: Ex-Geography Teacher, Dumpton School
Sarah Dukes: English teacher and Sustainability Lead, The Chase School, Malvern
Elena Lengthorn: Senior Lecturer in Teacher Education, University of Worcester
Tickets are free, but registration is essential. A link to the Zoom meeting will be sent to all registered attendees.
Repair Café: Walton-on-Thames
Walton-on-Thames Repair Cafe runs the second Saturday of the month.
Green Elmbridge Community Group Networking Evening
Come along and visit the new Elmbridge Community Eco Hub premises for a Green Elmbridge Community group Networking Evening