Welcome
Halton and St Helens is packed full of amazing people working together to tackle the issues that affect our community: from food poverty to mental health.
Our member organisations make a difference to thousands of people every single day and HSHVCA supports them with invaluable training, advice and representation.
We provide them with practical help that could help your organisation thrive, too - from support in recruiting and managing volunteers, raising funds, to advice on governance and setting up financial systems.
We are proud to connect more than 2,500 charities, community groups and social enterprises with the thousands of people who need them.
Find out how you can tap into our wealth of knowledge and experience - whether you are an organisation or a resident of Halton or St Helens looking to access some of the best services and groups.
Activities Directory
There is always something going on in Halton and St Helens and this is the best place to find out what’s what.
Halton and St Helens: search our community directory
What do you love doing? What do you need help with? Want to make new friends or learn new skills? Or simply want to be part of the community?
We have something for everyone right here in our extensive community directory
It makes it easy for you to navigate the huge amount of organisations that make Halton and St Helens such great places to live.
Recent Updates
Final Winter Warmer and Pick a Coat Day Comes to St Marie's, Widnes
Residents are invited to attend the final Winter Warmer and Pick a Coat Day event of 2026 at St Marie's, Widnes, on Wednesday 18 November from 10am to 2pm. The event will offer free winter coats for children, women and men, alongside… more…Festive Events Coming to Haydock Library This Christmas
Residents of Haydock and the surrounding area are invited to enjoy a series of free festive events at Haydock Library this winter. Organised as special additions to the library's regular programme, the events offer something for… more…Halton and St Helens VCA joins communities in remembering on Remembrance Sunday
Halton and St Helens VCA joined communities across both boroughs on Remembrance Sunday to honour those who have served and sacrificed in conflicts past and present. Representing the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE… more…Recently added activities
There is always something going on in Halton and St Helens and this is the best place to find out what’s what.
Christmas Concert by Grange Valley School Choir
11 December, 10.30am to 11.30am
Get into the festive spirit with a special Christmas performance from the talented Grange Valley School Choir. The free concert is open to everyone, with refreshments available afterwards.
Lola the Guide Dog Saves Christmas
8 December, 4pm to 5pm
Children and families are invited to a festive storytelling session with author Ananche Jeffrey, who will read from her book Lola the Guide Dog Saves Christmas. Special guest Lola the Guide Dog will also be on hand to help spread some Christmas cheer.
Local History Talk
30 November, 2pm to 3pm
Discover the story of St Helens' industrial heritage with a fascinating talk from the Sankey Valley Restoration Society, exploring how the town became a key centre of the Industrial Revolution. Refreshments will be provided, and admission is free.…