HESTON WEST BIG LOCAL
£1 million has been invested by Local Trust to help our community grow and flourish in the next 10 years and beyond. The programme was given the green light by Local Trust in 2012 and officially started in 2014.
Heston West Big Local (HWBL) is a partnership of local residents and local stakeholders. Members of the board have volunteered to steer the funding allocated to Heston West.
HWBL is currently supported by C-Change West London, and celebrated it's 10 year anniversary in 2025.
C-Change West London will help deliver the legacy, vision and programme, work with local people, support projects and activities and help secure further funding for the HWBL area.
C-Change in Action: Youth Pathways Programme
C-Change in Action is a three-year programme funded by the National Lottery Community Fund through its Reaching Communities programme. Working across Hounslow and Hillingdon, the project supports children and young people to progress through a proven pathway of participation, volunteering, leadership and employment.
Through a range of creative, educational and community-based activities, including youth engagement, filmmaking, social action projects, mentoring, holiday programmes and volunteering opportunities, we help young people build confidence, develop skills and reach their full potential. The programme is particularly focused on supporting young people who face barriers to education, training and employment, including those who are socially isolated, experiencing poor mental health, or at risk of becoming disengaged.
By creating meaningful opportunities and clear progression routes, we aim to empower the next generation of community leaders, helping young people move from taking part in activities, to volunteering within their communities, and ultimately into paid employment and long-term positive futures..
Community Resilience Programme – Hounslow borough
Our Community Resilience Programme supports residents, community groups and local organisations to prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies and unexpected events.
Running from September 2025 to June 2026, the programme aims to strengthen community resilience across Hounslow by helping local people develop the knowledge, skills and networks needed to support their neighbourhoods during times of crisis.
Through a range of community workshops, training sessions and networking opportunities, participants can:
- Learn how to prepare for and respond to emergencies
- Help develop local community emergency plans
- Become a Community Resilience Champion
- Gain practical skills and knowledge to support others
- Connect with local groups, organisations and volunteers
- Play an active role in making their neighbourhood more resilient
Whether you are an individual resident, community leader, volunteer or part of a local organisation, there are opportunities to get involved and make a difference.
Together, we can help build a safer, stronger and more connected Hounslow.
Interested in getting involved?
Please contact James Rose at james@ccwl.org.uk for more information about upcoming workshops, volunteering opportunities and how you can become involved in the programme.
The programme is funded by Mayor of London.
Thriving Communities Sunday Wellbeing Programme
Join us every Sunday for our Thriving Communities Wellbeing Programme, bringing together children, young people, adults and families through a range of fun, creative and inclusive activities.
From 11am to 1pm, we offer:
- Multi-Sports Club for children aged 5–11 years
- Youth Drama, Filmmaking and Social Action Club for young people aged 10–16 years (running until 3pm)
- Creative Arts Wellbeing Club for adults, delivered in partnership with Creative Spaces London.
Our sessions provide opportunities to stay active, develop new skills, build confidence, make friends and improve wellbeing in a welcoming community environment.
We welcome people from all backgrounds and abilities to come along, get involved and be part of our growing community.
The sessions run weekly on Sundays at Cranford Community College from 11am to 1pm, followed by free hot nutritious lunch from 12.45pm to 1.30pm.
In partnership with Creative Spaces London.
To sign up please click here. Funded by London Borough of Hounslow and London Marathon Foundation.
COMMUNITY GARDEN AND CAFÉ
We are working towards creating an environmentally eco-friendly, sustainable, vibrant and unique green oasis in the heart of our urban area.
In partnership with Heston West Big Local and match-funded by London Borough of Hounslow, we aim to improve the look and feel of our community, encourage and develop greener and cleaner activities to help reduce pollution and our carbon footprint and increase wellbeing amongst our residents.
The Community Garden will also be a creative space for locally based and upcoming artists to deliver theatrical, musical and art community programmes and live performances. We hope to start the works by autumn 2026 with completion by autumn 2028 if we're successful in our match-funding bids.
HILLINGDON YOUTH DRAMA AND FILMMAKING SOCIAL ACTIon
Our Hillingdon Youth Drama and Filmmaking Social Action Programme aims to inspire, encourage and to give opportunities for young people (10 to 17 years old) in the London Borough of Hillingdon. The programme is open to young people from all walks of life who are interested in filmmaking, acting, and social action.
Our programme will offer young people the opportunity to:
- Learn professional, hands-on skills, taught by inspirational film talent.
- Create short films documentaries for local charities and community groups to help raise awareness of their projects and organisation.
- Create feature short films to submit to Film Festivals.
- For young volunteers (16 to 19 years old) opportunity to gain industry-led work experience and access to employment opportunities and/or further education.
This free programme (weekly at St. Margaret's Church in Uxbridge) will enable young people to have a voice, to build a portfolio of work, learn leadership, communication, and networking skills, and to give back to the community. We have been telling stories, producing films, music and documentaries for over 10 years, including for the London Borough of Hounslow, Home Office, Metropolitan Police and Local Trust.
To sign up please click here.
This project is supported by The National Lottery Fund and Hillingdon Interfaith Community Group.
COOKING IN CHISWICK PROGRAMME
In partnership with Chiswick House and Gardens, and funded by The Linbury Trust, we developed a fun, engaging and inclusive community cooking programme for residents to learn new culinary skills, to improve confidence and develop a support network. The Cooking in Chiswick programme is led by renowned chef and author Manju Malhi.
This programme is a great opportunity for residents to learn health cooking (vegetarian and vegan) from various cuisines including British, Indian, Chinese, Caribbean, Italian, African and much more, on a budget. The Cooking in Chiswick programme is free for everyone, and transport is freely provided at the Brabazon Community Centre.
To learn more and to get involved please contact us.
ART SOCIAL wellbeing CLUB
In partnership with Certitude, we run a friendly and welcoming weekly Art Social Wellbeing Club for local residents. The programme is particularly aimed at older people, adults with disabilities and additional needs, and other members of the community who would like to improve their wellbeing, meet new people and enjoy creative activities in a relaxed environment.
The Art Social Club takes place every Tuesday from 10.30am to 12.30pm at Brabazon Community Centre.
Join us for a cup of tea or coffee, refreshments and snacks, and enjoy a range of creative activities including painting, drawing, sewing, embroidery and arts and crafts. Whether you are an experienced artist or simply looking to try something new, everyone is welcome.
The sessions provide a safe and supportive space to socialise, make new friends, learn new skills and take time out to relax and focus on your wellbeing.
Come along, get creative, connect with others and enjoy a positive and uplifting atmosphere within your local community.
This programme is supported by Certitude and the London Borough of Hounslow.
Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme
For the past five years, we have delivered the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme in partnership with the London Borough of Hounslow and the London Borough of Hillingdon. The programme operates during the Easter, Summer and Christmas school holidays, providing free activities and nutritious meals for children and young people who are eligible for benefits-related free school meals.
In Hounslow, we work collaboratively with Creative Spaces London and Cranford Community College to deliver a creative wellbeing holiday programme for children aged 5–11. Activities include multi-sports, creative arts, wellbeing sessions, educational workshops, environmental activities and community trips, including visits to local farms and fruit-picking experiences.
The programme provides children with opportunities to stay active, learn new skills, make friends and connect with their local community in a safe and supportive environment. Alongside this, we provide volunteering, leadership and work experience opportunities for young people aged 12–17, helping them develop valuable skills and gain practical experience within our organisation.
In Hillingdon, we deliver a specialist HAF programme for young people aged 10–17 in partnership with the Hillingdon Interfaith Community Group. Through youth filmmaking, drama, social action projects and documentary production, participants develop creative, communication and leadership skills while building confidence and making new friendships. The programme forms part of our wider pathway model, supporting young people to progress from participation into volunteering and, ultimately, employment opportunities.
In addition to HAF-funded places, we are often able to offer a limited number of discretionary spaces for children and young people who are not eligible for free school meals. We also provide volunteering, leadership and work experience opportunities, enabling young people to gain confidence, develop employability skills and make a positive contribution to their communities.
We are also exploring opportunities to expand our HAF provision
into the London Borough of Ealing, so please watch this space for future developments.
For more information about our HAF programmes, please contact:
Juhi Kumra – juhi@ccwl.org.uk
Megha Dahdrai – megha@ccwl.org.uk
Disability Multi-Sports and Boccia Club
Every Saturday from 11am to 12.30pm, we run our Disability Multi-Sports and Boccia Club at Cranford Community College. The programme provides an inclusive and welcoming environment for disabled children, young people and adults to take part in sport, develop new skills and enjoy being active.
Participants have the opportunity to play Boccia, a Paralympic sport designed to be fully inclusive and accessible, alongside a range of adaptive multi-sports activities tailored to different abilities and needs. The sessions encourage people of all ages to come together, build confidence, make new friendships and improve their physical and mental wellbeing through sport.
Supported by the London Marathon Foundation, the programme aims to increase opportunities for disabled people to participate in sport and physical activity within their local community, helping to create a more inclusive and connected society.
For more information, please contact Taz Virdee – taz@ccwl.org.uk
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