About Us

We formed as a response to the pandemic in 2020, following a widespread community consultation with stakeholders. We became Wells Community Network CIC (WCN), which is a coordinated network of volunteers and organisations that work together to support our local community. A summary of the consultation can be found here

Our volunteers engage in an enormous variety of tasks, from marshalling and supporting partner organisations, to day to day chores, a friendly chat, shopping, collecting prescriptions and dog walking.

Everyone is welcome to get involved and join in the teams that are most suited to their skills and interests.

‘The great thing about being a part of the WCN Core Group is that you rub shoulders with the most Amazing group of people!  A diverse group that came together during Covid and has grown and developed to be cohesive, supportive, and outward looking. Together and separately we work on community support projects, and fundraising. Stronger together, we thrive’ Caroline

‘The opportunity to interact with such a diverse range of people from all walks of life, some with incredible 'back catalogues' provides an incredible feeling of self-worth and fulfillment.’ Nicki

‘Volunteering with WCN is not just about giving your time to support others in our community. As a volunteer on the Core Group I get so much more than I give for example friendships with inspiring people who I wouldn’t otherwise have met. It enables me to continue using skills developed during my earlier life and learning new ones all the time. WCN has some amazing volunteers involved in all our work streams. My life has been enriched by volunteering with WCN.’ Claire