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We offer therapeutic work to children and families, schools and communities, across Cambridgeshire who have experienced trauma or emotional distress.

The Cambridge Acorn Project aims to provide services and support to individuals and groups suffering from trauma or stresses which either do not meet the threshold for statutory involvement, or where there are no services currently available to offer support. In particular we aim to support children and their parents to cope with traumatic, stressful or emotionally difficult situations in order to improve well-being and future prospects. Our work uses an empathy based approach in which understanding and mutual respect are crucial in working together with those in need. We take a holistic view to encompass issues of social justice, such as poverty and deprivation. We are currently able to provide one to one therapeutic support and also offer consultancy and training on all aspects of empathic responses to stress and trauma.

01/11/2025

Support Cambridge Acorn Project for FREE — just by shopping online! 🎉
Did you know you can help us raise vital funds without spending anything extra? 💛
Retailers will donate to us on your behalf when you shop through https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/cambridge-acorn-project/

🛒 It’s super easy:
1️⃣ Sign up for free at the link above
2️⃣ Download the app + Donation Reminder
3️⃣ Activate your donation before you shop online

Every purchase makes a difference for children and families in our community.
Thank you for your support — and happy shopping! 🌟

31/10/2025

Meet your new Breathing Buddy! Perfect for little worriers and big imaginations 💛

29/10/2025

Matt and Hannah, our CEO and Deputy CEO, are leading a workshop today at Cambridge Curiosity and Imagination’s Creative Exchange 2025 ✨

They’re exploring how therapeutic support and Artscaping come together - using the metaphors of vessels and harbours to reflect both vulnerability and joy. 💛

We’re excited to share our approach and learn alongside others who believe in creativity as a pathway to wellbeing 🎨

24/10/2025

Need a moment of calm? 💛 Kat’s here with a simple trick: finger breathing. It’s quick, calming, and great for kids and grown-ups.🖐️🌬️

17/10/2025

We love this mindful moment from Nina and Nora 💛
They show how you can use rhythm - even with pencils on a table - to help children connect, express themselves, and feel calm through movement and sound 🎶

10/10/2025

It’s 💛

To mark the day, we’re launching our new weekly series: Feel-Good Fridays – simple and fun wellbeing tips for parents and carers to try with their children.

This week, Antonia, one of our Social Prescribers, shares a fun, visual breathing technique to help your child find calm in moments of overwhelm ☕

03/10/2025

Join us for a beautiful evening of live music in support of Cambridge Acorn Project. Tickets are now available on the door - just look for the Cambridge Acorn Project banner and our friendly staff will be there to help.

🎟️ Tickets by donation - pay what you can to support our work with local children and families.

📍 Don’t miss this chance to enjoy stunning performances and support a great cause. See you there!

30/09/2025

This Saturday! Last chance to get your tickets for this wonderful night of live orchestral music with the Sampson Orchestra of Cambridge 🎶

🎟️ Tickets? Just make a donation to us! All proceeds go to Cambridge Acorn Project, supporting local children & families 💛

Make your donation and get your tickets here: www.cambridgeacornproject.org.uk/orchestra-concert

23/09/2025

New Therapeutic Education Sessions at Cambridge Acorn Project 🌱
We’re excited to launch two new opportunities at our HQ in Histon this autumn:

🐾 Therapeutic Education: Animal Care
📅 Wednesdays, 10–11am
Hands-on, interest-led sessions exploring animal care in a supportive environment. Optional AQA Unit Award available.
Register interest here:

📚 Education Drop-in Hub
📅 Wednesdays, 11am–1pm
A welcoming space for parents/carers and children to access personalised educational support - from navigating home education to bespoke learning pathways and emotional support.

Register your interest here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=SyCJfnsSyUyZDjJTtW-pHxGXrNngkshMgb2rScUBFmVUMVFaWUY5QjVGV1E3U0VFS1NBRDA1OFpXVi4u

18/09/2025

New day, same warm welcome!

Our Community Wellbeing Hub at Arbury Community Centre is moving to Tuesday mornings (used to be Wednesdays).

Pop in for a cuppa, a chat, and support with your wellbeing 💚 Everyone is welcome! See more details on our website: https://www.cambridgeacornproject.org.uk/community-wellbeing-hubs

17/09/2025

Join us for a wonderful evening of live orchestral music 🎶

Come and see the talented Sampson Orchestra of Cambridge on Saturday 4th October at West Road Concert Hall in Cambridge. Featuring famous pieces by Tchaikovsky, Shostakovich, and Prokofiev 🎹 To get your ticket, simply make a donation on our website — all proceeds go to Cambridge Acorn Project to support local children and families 💛 www.cambridgeacornproject.org.uk/orchestra-concert

15/09/2025

Summer fun at Cambridge Acorn Project! 🌞 Thanks to funding from Cambridge, we ran weekly therapeutic holiday clubs for children facing mental health challenges.

From pizza making to feeding chickens, every activity helped build confidence, connection, and joy. We’ve had amazing feedback, and this summer has laid the foundations for even more therapeutic support in future holidays 💛

Thank you Waitrose! Swipe to see some of the highlights 📸

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Histon
CB249JY

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 6pm

Telephone

+447507740047

Website

http://cambridgeacornproject.org.uk/

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Cambridge Acorn Project aims to provide services and support to individuals and groups suffering from trauma and/or emotional distress. In particular we aim to support children and their parents or carers to cope with traumatic, stressful or emotionally difficult situations in order to improve well-being and future prospects. Our work uses an empathy based approach in which understanding, trust and mutual respect are crucial in working together with those in need. We take a holistic view to encompass issues of social justice, such as poverty and deprivation. We offer 1:1 work, joint/family work, ‘structural’ (environmental) work and advocacy and we are currently piloting a number of projects, including a project which uses the video game Tetris to help reduce emotional distress. In 2019, we are hoping to pilot an innovative approach to community work entitled ‘Empathetic Communities’ and we are waiting on the outcome of a Stage 2 funding application with the Big Lottery Fund for this piece of work.