Grainger Trust Residents Page

06/09/2026

🎒📚 Back-to-school photos? A quick online safety reminder

We love seeing those proud first-day-back photos — but before you post, take a few seconds to check what information might be visible in the picture.

A seemingly innocent photo can sometimes share more than intended, such as:

📍 Location – school entrances, street signs or location tags
🏫 School details – school names, logos, badges or uniform
🕐 Daily routines – photos posted at the same time and place each day can reveal patterns
📝 Personal information – names, labels, certificates or paperwork visible in the background

Once something is shared online, it can be copied or reshared, so it’s worth considering who can see your post and what information you’re making public.

A few simple ways to share more safely:

✔️ Check your privacy settings
✔️ Avoid adding a precise location
✔️ Take a quick look at the background before posting
✔️ Consider cropping out school names, badges or identifying details
✔️ Share with family and friends privately rather than publicly where appropriate
✔️ Ask your child if they’re happy for their photo to be shared

A lovely photo doesn’t need to give away the whole story.

Enjoy those back-to-school moments — and share safely. 💚



Pictures courtesy of Sussex Police

31/08/2026

🚴‍♀️ Get Bike Confident This Autumn! 🚴‍♂️

Did you know there are a range of free cycling activities and guided bike rides taking place across Rushmoor this September and October, including routes through Wellesley, Aldershot Station and the surrounding area?

Whether you're new to cycling, returning after a break, or simply looking to build your confidence on local routes, these sessions are a great opportunity to get involved.

✅ Free family cycle rides
✅ Free adult cycle rides
✅ Build confidence and cycling skills
✅ Discover local routes and green spaces
✅ Meet other local cyclists

Cycling is a great way to improve your wellbeing, stay active, explore the local area and reduce your environmental impact. Many people say they would cycle more if they felt more confident or knew the best local routes. These sessions are designed to help with exactly that.

🚲 Interested?
To view the available rides and activities and register your place via Eventbrite, visit:

👉 https://www.hants.gov.uk/socialcareandhealth/publichealth/lifesbetterbybike

We encourage Wellesley residents of all ages and abilities to take a look and get involved.

28/08/2026

🏡 BANK HOLIDAY OFFICE CLOSURE

A quick reminder that the Grainger Trust office will be closed for the Bank Holiday and will reopen at 9am on Tuesday.

If you need us while the office is closed:

🔧 Emergency repairs
Please call our out-of-hours repairs line: 0345 300 5824

🚨 Safety emergency
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, please contact the appropriate emergency service:

* 999 – Police, Fire or Ambulance
* 101 – Police non-emergency
* 111 – NHS medical advice

📱 You can also continue to use the My Grainger App to manage your tenancy and report repairs.

📧 [email protected]
📞 Working hours: 0330 539 998
📞 Out of hours: 0345 300 5824

We hope you all have a great Bank Holiday break! ☀️

And, slightly terrifyingly… this is the last Bank Holiday before Christmas! 😱🎄

28/08/2026

💧 SAVE WATER, SAVE MONEY 💧

Everyday habits can make a big difference. By making a few simple changes at home, you can help protect our water supply, reduce energy use and lower your household bills.

🚰 In the kitchen • Use a bowl instead of running the tap
• Only run the dishwasher when it's full and use eco mode
• Keep a jug of water in the fridge
• Only boil the water you need

🛁 In the bathroom • Turn off the tap while brushing your teeth
• Take shorter showers instead of baths
• Use a water-saving toilet device where suitable
• Report dripping taps and leaks promptly

🌱 Laundry and plants • Only use the washing machine when you have a full load
• Reuse suitable washing-up water on plants
• Use a watering can or spray bottle instead of a hose

💙 Small changes add up. Why not choose one water-saving tip to start today?

Every drop counts! 💧

24/08/2026

Don’t forget tomorrow come along

Pop in and see us at Aldershot Starbucks. Our Social Prescribers will be there 9-11am on Tuesday 25th with advisors from Citizens Advice Rushmoor and Wellesley Housing Service Managers from Grainger Trust Residents Page 😁Rushmoor Borough Council The Border PracticeThe Cambridge PracticePrinces Gardens SurgeryThe Wellington Practice

24/08/2026

Get your home ready for autumn 🍂

With the summer holidays coming to an end and the children getting ready to go back to school, it’s also a good time to give your home a little end-of-summer MOT.

As the weather starts to become cooler and wetter, a few simple checks now can help prevent small problems from becoming bigger ones:

🏠 Check your heating – make sure your heating is working before you really need it.
💨 Keep your home ventilated – use extractor fans when cooking or bathing, keep trickle vents open and allow fresh air into your home where possible.
💧 Keep an eye out for damp and mould – check around windows, ceilings and external walls and report any concerns early.
🪟 Check windows and doors – make sure they close properly and report any issues with draughts, leaks or condensation.
🔧 Report repairs early – if something isn’t quite right, let us know. Reporting problems early can help us fix them before they become an emergency.

A few minutes of checking now could make your home warmer, healthier and more comfortable as we head into autumn.
Think of it as your home’s seasonal MOT.

Please call 03453005824 for properties outside of defects warranty to raise a job this is a 24/7 repairs line.
Or call 03300539998 for our Customer Service Team
Alternatively you can email [email protected]

20/08/2026

📣 WELLESLEY RESIDENTS – COME ALONG AND FIND OUT HOW SOCIAL PRESCRIBING CAN SUPPORT YOU

What does social prescribing actually mean? Come along to our drop-in event and find out how the Social Prescribing Team and local partners can support your health, wellbeing and everyday life.

📍 Starbucks, Union Yard, Aldershot
📅 Tuesday 25 August
⏰ 9am–11am

The Social Prescribing Team will be there to talk to you about the different ways they can help, including:

💙 Support your wellbeing
💷 Support with your finances
🎨 Find hobbies and interests
🤝 Become more socially connected
🚶 Be more active and healthier
🏡 Live well and more independently
🌳 Connect you with your community

There will also be blood pressure testing and wellbeing advice, giving you the opportunity to have a chat, ask questions and find out what support is available locally.

You can also meet a range of local partners, including:

* 🏡 Grainger Trust Wellesley Housing Services Managers
* 💷 Citizens Advice
* 👮 Community Policing
* 🤝 Other local organisations and community partners

Social prescribing is about much more than healthcare. It’s about connecting you with the people, services, activities and community support that can help you feel better, become more connected, stay active and live well.

☕ Come along, meet the team and partners, find out what social prescribing could mean for you – and maybe grab a coffee while you’re there!

Drop in anytime between 9am and 11am. We’d love to see you there.

16/08/2026

10/08/2026

🍽️ Kids Eat Free this summer – save money on days out!

The summer holidays can be expensive, especially when you’re trying to keep the children entertained for six weeks.

If you’re looking for ways to make your money go a little further, there are lots of Kids Eat Free or Kids Eat for £1 offers available at restaurants, cafés and supermarkets across the UK this summer.
From Morrisons and Asda to Bella Italia, Pizza Hut, Prezzo and many more, there are plenty of options that could help take some of the pressure off the family budget. Some offers are available throughout the holidays, while others have specific days, times or conditions.

👉 Take a look at the full list of offers here:
https://www.thinkmoney.co.uk/blog/kids-eat-free-summer-holidays-2026-full-list-of-uk-restaurant-and-supermarket-dea/

A small saving on a family meal can make a real difference when budgets are stretched — so it’s worth checking what’s available before you head out.

Please check the individual restaurant’s terms and conditions before visiting, as offers and dates can vary.

02/08/2026

📢 We’ve listened to your feedback – and we’ve acted.

Firstly, thank you to everyone who has completed our resident survey and to those who told us it wasn’t completely clear what it was for. 💬 Your feedback has been invaluable.

This survey isn’t about telling us we’re doing a good job. ❌

It’s about helping us create a Resident Code of Conduct – a clear set of behaviours and values that you expect Grainger Trust, our Board and our colleagues to demonstrate every time we work with you.

The statements in the survey are there because we’re asking:

👉 “Are these the standards and behaviours you expect from your landlord?”

Once agreed, this Code of Conduct will become a commitment that you can hold us accountable to. 🤝

💡 Don’t forget the free text section! We really want to hear your views. If there’s something we’ve missed, or there’s a behaviour or value that’s important to you, please tell us. Your comments will help shape the final Code.

📅 We’ve extended the survey until Friday 14 August to give everyone more time to have their say.

🗣️ We’d really encourage every resident to take part. Whether your experience has been positive, challenging or somewhere in between, your voice matters. The more residents who respond, the more representative the Code of Conduct will be.

🔗 Complete the survey here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GraingerTrustViews26

🙏 Thank you for helping us shape the standards you expect from Grainger Trust. Every response counts.