Advice & links
Local Councillors
- County Council - Sandra Crawford, 01223 503061, sandra.crawford@cambridgeshire.gov.uk
- City Council - Grace Hadley, 07940 074022, grace4labour@gmail.com
- City Council - Lewis Herbert, 07748 536153, lewis.herbert@cambridge.gov.uk
- City Council - Rosy Moore, 07709 222026, rosy.moore@cambridge.gov.uk
Magazine
The Council produces a quarterly magazine called Open Door. It's worth reading for advice plus it's up to date page of where to get help. You should get it through the door (or by email if you've signed up) but if you're missed off it can be found online.
The Council produces a quarterly magazine called Open Door. It's worth reading for advice plus it's up to date page of where to get help. You should get it through the door (or by email if you've signed up) but if you're missed off it can be found online.
Buses
The Stagecoach Citi 2 runs from Addenbrooke's into the City Centre via Sainsbury's, Mill Road and then on to Cambridge North Station. Download the timetable - correct as at 23 January 2022.
The Stagecoach Citi 2 runs from Addenbrooke's into the City Centre via Sainsbury's, Mill Road and then on to Cambridge North Station. Download the timetable - correct as at 23 January 2022.
Useful links
- Search for Planning applications and Building control applications in your road.
- Report a pothole or other highway problem.
- The Council have several garages in the area to rent.
- StreetCheck shows you everything you need to know about your area, whether you are looking to buy, rent or are just being nosy! Enter a postcode to find your information. Note: it's just a general guide as some roads are counted together.
- Crime map for Cambridge.
- Flood risk map.
Free advice & financial guidance
- Citizens’ Advice Bureau at East Barnwell Health Centre. Fri, 8.30-1pm, tel. 01223-728900
- Cambridge Money Advice Centre at Barnwell Baptist Church, tel. 01223-727455
- Credit Union, East Barnwell Community Centre, Newmarket Road. Tuesdays, 10am-noon.
- Save money on utility bills: www.cambridge.gov.uk/home-energy-and-water-use-advice
- Money Savings Expert. A large not for profit website that gives advice on all consumer issues. Sign up for their weekly emailed newsletter and receive advice on how to save money.
Free support for parents, pregnancy & under-5s:
- The Fields Children’s Centre, beside Abbey Meadows School, Galfrid Road, CB5 8ND, tel. 01223-518333. Free clubs for kids, youth & parents.
- C3 Community Hub, Coldham’s Lane, tel 01223-844415, email hallo@thec3.uk
- East Barnwell Community Centre, Newmarket Road, tel. 01223-211945
- Barnwell Baptist Church, Howard Road, tel. 01223-292454
Classes & support for women
- Cambridge Women’s Resources Centre (CWRC) 10 Signet Court, Swann Road CB5 8LA tel 01223-321148. Friendly haven for women only. Drop-in coffee-room, library and free computer access. Help with CVs & job-seeking. Weekly art group and other courses.
Free, welcoming community meals
- Foodcycle, Barnwell Baptist Church, 1st & 3rd Wednesday of month, 6.30pm
- Community Lunch, Christ the Redeemer Church, 1st Wed of month, 11.30 am (first time free, then £3.50 next times, for 2 courses)
- Meals To You delivered to vulnerable locals by Cornerstone Cafe charity, Mill Road, tel. 01223-213656
Low price, welcoming community meals
- Thursday Lunch Club, St Paul's, Hills Road. All vulnerable people in the community are welcome on Thursdays at 12.30pm. (£3 each)
- Friday Lunch Club, St Paul's, Hills Road. For elderly people. (£4 each) 12.30pm. (12.00pm for optional communion service.)
Free childcare
- Abbey Meadows Primary School, Galfrid Road, CB5 8ND Phone 01223-508611. For any child aged 3-4, and for eligible children aged 2: 15 hours of free childcare for 38 weeks of the year.
Free exercise for children
- Abbey Leisure Centre, tel. 01223-213352. Free swimming for under-16s from homes on benefits (pay £2.50 for annual card) £1 swimming for other under-16s.
- Free Water-Play Area & football pitches 10 free playgrounds + 3 nature reserves.
- Cambridge United Soccer Tots Fun, story-based football games for boys and girls aged 2-5. Email info@cambridge-united.co.uk or tel. 01223-566500
Free Food Bank
- On Fridays at the C3 Centre, Sainsbury’s Roundabout, Brooks Road. To visit, you first need Food Bank vouchers. Tel. 07772-538628 or email info@ccfb.org.uk to find out where you can request them, such as at the Citizens’ Advice Bureau, Children’s Centres or GP surgeries.
Free computer-use & wifi
- East Barnwell Library, Books, magazines, computer access and wifi, all free or at very little cost. Tel. 0345-045-5225
Free mental health support
- Phil’s People - Free meal, music, social club and support for mental health sufferers, St Philip’s Church, Mill Road, 2nd Wed of month, 6pm, tel. 01223-414775
- Lifecraft - Free groups, counselling and support, Bath House, Gwydir Street, tel. 01223-566957
