News
Breathing Spaces 2026 brings Salisbury together through nature, wellbeing and community
Over nine days from 27 June to 5 July, Breathing Spaces brought together local charities, community groups, volunteers and activity providers to offer more than 30 free and low-cost events across Salisbury and the surrounding area. Hundreds of people were encouraged...
Men Matters 2026 Showcase
Venue: Salisbury City Hall Date: Saturday 10 October 2026 Time: 10am-12 noon After the success of the Men Matters showcase last September where over 200 men and 40 organisations shared advice and information to support men’s mental health, Safer and Supportive...
Professor urges compassion to be at the centre of dementia care at sold-out conference in the city
On Tuesday 19 May in Salisbury Methodist Church over 150 people were enthralled by the keynote speech of Sir Al Aynsley-Green of Salisbury, the only Professor of Compassion in the UK. He addressed an audience of professionals, those living with dementia and their...
SASS Launches Breathing Spaces – 10 days of outdoor activities for all
This summer, Salisbury will transform into a city-wide celebration of wellbeing, nature and outdoor mini adventures as Breathing Spaces 2026, the latest showcase from Safer and Supportive Salisbury, takes place from Saturday 27 June to Sunday 5 July 2026. Over...
Navigating Dementia Conference 2026
Small changes can make meaningful differences Safer and Supportive Salisbury are hosting a conference to bring support, advice and information on local services together under one roof. When: Tuesday 19 May 12.30-4.30pm Where: Salisbury Methodist Church, St....
Safe Places Celebrated at City Hall
As part of Safer Business Action Week, Safer and Supportive Salisbury hosted a reception at City Hall on 11 November for members of the Salisbury Safe Places scheme. With a current total of 43 Safe Places in Salisbury and a further 21 in Calne, SaSS is helping to...
SaSS Chair Anne Highly Commended in BBC Make a Difference Awards
Safer and Supportive Salisbury Chair Anne Trevett was shortlisted – and received a Highly Commended Award at the BBC Radio Wiltshire Make a Difference Awards 2025. On Sunday 14 September, in the beautiful setting of the Bowood Hotel, 200 invited guests enjoyed a...
Calling for Men of all ages – Men Matter!
Salisbury’s free showcase of activities, clubs, sports, social and wellbeing opportunities for men of all ages in and around the city. Tuesday September 16 Salisbury City Hall 3-7pm. This event is hosted by Safer and Supportive Salisbury with funding from the...
March Network Meeting
A well attended Network meeting was held on 11 March at the Friary Community Centre, courtesy of Salisbury City Council Communities Team. Network members welcomed new SaSS Project Manager Belinda Chandler and heard from her about new SaSS projects on dementia, mental...
Welcome to our new Project Manager
We are delighted to welcome Belinda Chandler as our new Project Manager. Since moving to Wiltshire in 2000 to start a family and settle in the area she has worked on many community projects. She wanted to do her part to create a healthy cohesive community that her...