Community Spaces

 

We’re developing a new webpage to help not-for-profit groups across Kingston connect with available spaces for offices, meetings, events, and activities.

Whether you're looking for a venue or have a space to share, this platform will make it easier to find and offer community spaces that support collaboration, inclusion, and sustainability.

What We Learned from the VCSE Office Space Survey

In July 2025, Kingston Voluntary Action (KVA), in partnership with Kingston Council, invited local VCSE organisations to respond to the VCSE Sector Office Space Survey 2025 to better understand their office space needs. Here’s what we found:

  • 24 organisations responded, representing a range of senior leadership roles.
  • 50% of respondents do not currently have office space.
  • Of those with space, 10 rent or lease, and only 2 own their premises.
  • Monthly rent costs range from £0 (home offices) to £2,916.67, with most paying between £400 and £2,000.
  • 6 organisations are interested in shared office models, and 15 expect to need space within the next year.
  • Only 1 organisation currently has space available to rent.
  • Locations span Kingston, New Malden, Chessington, and Esher, with some operating from churches or community centres.

These findings highlight a strong need for affordable, shared, and accessible office space across the sector.

KVA is working to support space-sharing initiatives and develop community hubs. We are currently exploring the potential of utilising underused council-owned spaces. Read the full report.

For Organisations Looking for Space

Need a room for hotdesking, an office, a workshop, a hall for a community event, or a quiet space for one-to-one support?

Our upcoming directory will help you:

  • Advertise the space you need by providing postcode and email address
  • Browse local venues by location
  • Connect directly with space providers

For Organisations Offering Space

Do you manage an office, a community a hall, meeting room, or a creative space that’s underused?

We invite you to advertise your venue and support other VCSE groups in Kingston.

Benefits include being able to:

  • Advertise and increase visibility for your space
  • Support local collaboration
  • Help groups deliver vital services

Get Involved

We’re currently gathering listings for the launch.

Please note: KVA’s role is to facilitate connections between people and spaces. Any arrangements or negotiations that follow are solely your responsibility. KVA is not involved in negotiating terms and cannot accept liability for any outcomes resulting from these discussions.

If you’d like to be included, please complete the form:

Community Spaces - Listing form

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If you want to know more, please contact:

Eneida Capaldi – eneida.capaldi@kva.org.uk

Let’s make the most of Kingston’s community spaces together.

 

Below is our proposed layout (map) for displaying available and needed community spaces: