Volunteer Groups in Blyth

Blyth has a strong network of community organisations, many of them run entirely by volunteers. From food poverty support to arts, park conservation, and youth work, there are plenty of ways to give your time. Here is the guide.

Community Food and Friendship Blyth

Community Food and Friendship Blyth is a registered charity run solely by volunteers. It works with the local authority and other organisations who refer people in need of emergency food boxes. If you want to help with food collection, sorting, packing, or distribution, this is one of the most direct ways to make a difference in the town.

Best for: Community Food and Friendship Blyth is run entirely by volunteers and provides emergency food boxes to those referred by local organisations. They always need help.

Friends of Ridley Park

Friends of Ridley Park meet regularly in Ridley Park to help look after and improve the park for the community. Activities include litter picking, planting, path maintenance, and organising community events. A great way to get outdoors and meet people.

Briardale House

Briardale House is a community hub in the heart of Blyth offering support groups, youth clubs, and activities for all ages. Volunteering opportunities range from youth work to running community sessions and supporting people with additional needs.

Headway Arts

Headway Arts is a multi-award-winning professional arts company led by people with lived experience of disability and their allies. Based in Blyth, they create inclusive arts projects and welcome volunteers who want to support creative workshops, exhibitions, and performances.

CVABV

Community and Voluntary Action Blyth Valley (CVABV) is the infrastructure organisation for the voluntary sector in Blyth, Cramlington, and Seaton Valley. They offer capacity building, funding advice, training, and volunteering support. Their community hubs in Blyth and Cramlington are available free of charge for community groups to use.

NCVA

Northumberland Community and Voluntary Action (NCVA) can help you find a volunteering opportunity with one of their many member organisations across the county. Use their online search tool to check what is available.

Age UK Northumberland

Age UK Northumberland provides services for older adults throughout the county and welcomes volunteers for befriending, transport, and activity roles in the Blyth area.

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