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Splott Community Volunteers
@splottcomvols.bsky.social
We're a community-based poverty alleviation charity that provides vital services and resources from our base at the STAR Centre in Splott, Cardiff, for those in food, fuel and social poverty.

https://splottcommunityvolunteers.co.uk/
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It’s almost time to jingle all the way to Splott! 🎄 Our annual Christmas event has it all - food, fun, stalls, raffles, a choir, games, and Santa himself!

Free entry for everyone! 🎅
Book now via [email protected]

#ChristmasGrotto #Splott
Huge thanks to our food donation partners!

Tesco, Aldi, Lidl, Greggs, Co-Op, KFC, Cardiff Foodbank & Cardiff Pet Foodbank help us run our breakfast club & pantry every week.

We couldn’t do it without you! 💙
November 26, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Get creative! Join us for FREE art sessions. Explore different mediums and styles in a supportive environment. Every Wednesday, 10am-12noon. Unleash your inner artist! #ArtClub #Creative #FreeEvent #Splott
November 25, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Purl one, chat two! Join our friendly band of crafters for a cuppa, a slice of cake, and a good natter. It's more than a craft group - it's a community. Every Wednesday, 10am-12noon. #WednesdayVibes #CraftCircle #Free
November 25, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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Read my #CharityTuesday interview with charity @splottcomvols.bsky.social who are a community-based poverty alleviation charity that provide vital services and resources for those in food, fuel and social poverty in Cardiff.

#MerrynCharity #charities #charity #interview

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Charity interview: Splott Community Volunteers
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November 25, 2025 at 11:24 AM
It’s almost time to jingle all the way to Splott! 🎄 Our annual Christmas event has it all - food, fun, stalls, raffles, a choir, games, and Santa himself!

Free entry for everyone! 🎅
Book now via [email protected]

#ChristmasGrotto #Splott
November 25, 2025 at 12:00 PM
What does STAR After School Chill Club mean to local families?

For children aged 10-13, it’s a chance to relax after school, enjoy free food, make new friends and try fun activities.

For parents, it’s peace of mind. Open Tuesdays, 4-5.30pm.

#Free #AfterSchool #Splott
November 25, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Feeling festive?

Join us for a cosy Creative Christmas Crafting Pop-up on Wed 3 Dec, 10am-12pm with the brilliant Nic Parsons ✨

Drop in, get crafty, and make something lush! 🎁 #Crafts #Free #Splott
November 24, 2025 at 3:00 PM
It’s nearly grotto time! 🎄
Join us 13th December, 12-4pm for a magical visit with Santa & Mrs Claus.
Quiet ALN slot: 11.30-12
Book your time: 12-1 / 1-2 / 2-3

Pre-book now!
Email [email protected]
#ChristmasGrotto #Splott
November 24, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Think you've got aim? Test your skills at our free Boccia sessions! A fantastic, adaptive sport that's all about strategy and fun. Perfect for beginners. Every Tuesday afternoon. All ages & skill levels welcome! #DisabilitySport #TrySomethingNew #Cardiff
November 24, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Hi everyone, we have so many donations to sort through in our charity shop that we need to take a break to work through it! We won't be able to accept any more donations for the rest of November. #CharityShop #SCV
November 19, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Purl one, chat two! Join our friendly band of crafters for a cuppa, a slice of cake, and a good natter. It's more than a craft group - it's a community. Every Wednesday, 10am-12noon. #WednesdayVibes #CraftCircle #Free
November 18, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Trinity Community Feast!
Weds 26 Nov, 6-8pm at Trinity Centre.
Free meal from Climate Cooks, live music & the launch of the brand new Trinity Cook Book!

All welcome, come and taste the recipes!
Book your place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/community-...
November 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Get festive with us! 🎄

Join our Creative Christmas Crafting Pop-up on Wednesday 3rd December, 10am-12pm, hosted by the brilliant Nic Parsons.

All ages and abilities welcome, come make something Christmassy and lush! #Crafts #Free #Splott
November 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM
TODAY! STAR After School Chill Club combines everything young people love - Wi-Fi, games, crafts, books and free food - with everything parents need: a safe, supportive environment. Come along Tuesdays, 4-5.30pm at the STAR Centre. #AfterSchool #Splott #Free
November 18, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Splott Community Volunteers’ Christmas Grotto is back!

13th December, 12-4pm

Book a slot to meet Santa & Mrs Claus: 12-1, 1-2, 2-3 🎅
ALN/neurodivergent quiet slot: 11.30-12
#Grotto #Splott

Reserve your space today! 🎅 Email [email protected]
November 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM
TODAY! Recharge your week with our inclusive Tai Chi class. A perfect blend of slow, mindful movement and low-impact exercise to boost your mood and mobility. Every Monday, 1-2pm with Jeanette. #MentalHealth #CommunityClass #Splott
November 17, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Getting ready for our Monday Worry Club for a cuppa and a chat. A safe, welcoming space to share what's on your mind and maybe find some helpful support. Every Monday, 11am-12noon. #Splott #Community #MentalHealth
November 17, 2025 at 10:48 AM
Fancy an afternoon of fun?

Join our Afternoon Tea Party on Friday 21st November, 1-3pm - free buffet, live music and great company!

Bring a friend and join the singalong! #Splott #TeaParty #Over60s
November 16, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Think you can outsmart the competition?
Join our Fundraising #Quiz Night at SCV TONIGHT!
Doors 6.30pm, quiz 7pm
£5 entry
Burgers & Raffle
BYOB
Christmas round included!
November 14, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Get your thinking caps on, Splott!
Our Fundraising #Quiz Night is TOMORROW Friday 14th November: doors 6.30pm, quiz starts 7pm!
Teams of up to 6
£5 entry
Meat / Vegan burgers
BYOB
Raffle
Prizes for top 3 teams!
With a festive twist in our Christmas round! 🎄
November 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Tea, tunes, and twirls!
Over 60 and live in Splott, Treforma or Adamsdown? Why not join us for a free Afternoon Tea Party on Friday 21st November, 1-3pm with live music, buffet and brilliant company!
Come along and enjoy the perfect community get-together. #Splott #TeaParty
November 13, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Great news! Morgan Sindall will continue sponsoring one Breakfast Club a month throughout ALL of 2026! Their support helps us feed around 80 people each week with a hot meal & a bag of shopping.
Diolch yn fawr Morgan Sindall!🍳
November 11, 2025 at 5:15 PM
“Money might not buy you happiness, but poverty brings misery and suffering.”

Our Chair, Cllr Ed Stubbs, writes for @Nation.Cymru about the real cost of living crisis, and the resilience of communities like Splott.

Read more: nation.cymru/opinion/mone... #SplottCommunityVolunteers #CostOfLiving
Money might not buy you happiness but poverty brings misery and suffering
Ed Stubbs Go back to 2022 and the term “cost of living crisis” was everywhere. Newspapers were talking about it, and it dominated much of the discourse in both the UK Parliament and our own Senedd.…
nation.cymru
November 11, 2025 at 2:15 PM
STAR After School Chill Club combines everything young people love - Wi-Fi, games, crafts, books and free food - with everything parents need: a safe, supportive environment. Come along Tuesdays, 4-5.30pm at the STAR Centre. #AfterSchool
November 10, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Think you can outsmart the competition?
Join our Fundraising #Quiz Night at SCV on Friday 14th November!
Doors 6.30pm, quiz 7pm
£5 entry
Burgers & Raffle
BYOB
Christmas round included!
November 10, 2025 at 3:34 PM