Impact

Our Impact

At CommUNITY Little Hulton, we believe strong communities are built when local people come together to support one another.

From our home at Peel Park Pavilion, we provide activities, support, opportunities and everyday connection for residents across Little Hulton and the wider Salford area.

Everything we do is shaped by local people, local need and a belief that communities themselves can create positive change.

A Growing Community Organisation

CommUNITY Little Hulton was created as a legacy organisation from Little Hulton Big Local and became a registered charity in 2019. Since then, the organisation has grown significantly in both reach and impact.

Our growth so far:

• Membership growth from 760 members in 2022 to more than 1,470 members by 2026

• Annual income increase from £15,145 in 2020/21 to over £250,000 in 2024/25

• Peel Park Pavilion becoming a thriving community hub used seven days a week

• Recognition as Salford’s first Live Well Centre

Our growth has been driven by listening to local people, responding to community need and building strong partnerships across Little Hulton and Salford, including with local housing provider ForHousing.

Supporting Our Community

We provide support for people of all ages, from young children through to older residents.

Our activities and support include:

• Youth Unity youth provision

• SEND support and targeted activities

• Food Club and essentials support

• Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programmes

• Community cooking and wellbeing activities

• Volunteering and employment pathways

• Community events and social groups

• Information, advice and signposting services

Every week, Peel Park Pavilion welcomes residents through its doors for activities, support, friendship and connection.

Tackling Isolation and Improving Wellbeing

One of the biggest differences we make is helping people feel connected, supported and part of their community.

Many residents who access our services describe Peel Park Pavilion as:

• a safe space

• a welcoming environment

• somewhere they feel accepted without judgement

Residents regularly tell us that attending activities has:

• improved confidence

• reduced isolation

• supported mental wellbeing

• helped build friendships and support networks

As one resident shared:

“The Pavilion is a safe place and a place to be among friends; it’s a community in itself.”

Supporting Children and Young People

Young people remain at the heart of our work.

Through Youth Unity, we provide a range of activities and opportunities for children and young people including:

• junior youth sessions

• youth cafés

• bike track sessions

• forest school activities

• targeted SEND provision

• holiday activities

We aim to create positive, supportive environments where young people can:

• build confidence

• develop skills

• improve wellbeing

• feel part of their community

We are particularly proud of the opportunities we provide for young people to progress into volunteering and leadership roles within the organisation.

Supporting Children with SEND

Little Hulton has some of the highest levels of SEND need across Salford. Through listening to local families and reviewing our services, we recognised the need for more targeted support for children with additional needs.

In response, we developed:

• SEND Forest School provision

• Saturday IS Funday short break sessions

• targeted youth activities

• inclusive holiday provision

Parents have described the difference these sessions make to their children’s confidence, social interaction and sense of belonging.

One parent shared:

“You have made A feel accepted and included in a group.”

A Community Hub at the Heart of Little Hulton

Since taking on Peel Park Pavilion in 2021, we have helped transform it into a vibrant and welcoming community space.

The Pavilion is now home to:

• community groups

• wellbeing activities

• support services

• training opportunities

• family activities

• social groups

• partnership projects

Alongside our own activities, we work with a wide range of community organisations, charities and public sector partners to bring services directly into the heart of Little Hulton.

Creating Opportunities

Volunteering, training and employment support are central to our work.

We provide:

• volunteering opportunities

• work placements

• skills development

• catering experience

• community leadership opportunities

• pathways into employment

Our volunteers and placements help local people:

• build confidence

• improve wellbeing

• develop new skills

• gain valuable work experience

Working in Partnership

We believe communities are strongest when organisations work together.

We work alongside:

• Albert Gubay Foundation

• Salford City Council

• Salford CVS

• Greater Manchester Live Well

• Access Sport

• Foundation 92

• ForHousing

• local schools

• local businesses

• health partners

• grassroots community organisations

The Albert Gubay Foundation provided funding support for Peel Park Pavilion, helping create a welcoming and accessible community space for local residents.

Together, we are helping create a healthier, more connected and more resilient Little Hulton.

Community-Led Change

Community involvement sits at the heart of everything we do.

As a membership charity, local people help shape our priorities, activities and future direction.

We regularly:

• consult residents

• involve community researchers

• gather feedback

• support community voting

• involve local people in decision-making

Through our Live Well work, over 600 residents took part in community voting to help decide how local funding should be distributed.

Looking Ahead 

We are proud of how far CommUNITY Little Hulton has come, but we know there is still more to do.

Our ambition is to continue developing Peel Park Pavilion as:

• a welcoming community hub

• a place of everyday support

• a centre for wellbeing and connection

• somewhere local people feel safe, valued and included

Together, we are helping ensure Little Hulton is not left behind.