Membership
RCAN Membership
A trusted partner for village halls and community facilities
Since 1924, RCAN’s Advisory Service has been supporting the people who manage Nottinghamshire’s village halls and community buildings. Today, over 300 halls underpin rural life in the county, supported by more than 1800 volunteer trustees, along with 1000's more community volunteers keeping community spaces open, active and welcoming. At some stage, every committee needs expert help, whether with governance, funding, or community engagement. That’s where RCAN membership makes the difference.
Join our growing Membership, we’d love to have you on board.
What Membership Gives You
- Tailored Funding Advice helping you find the right opportunities and strengthen your bids.
- Governance & Compliance Support practical guidance on policies, constitutions, and trustee responsibilities.
- Health Check Service a structured review of your hall’s compliance and development needs, with a clear feedback report and next steps when you join.
- Cluster Peer Network Forums regular opportunities to share challenges and solutions with other halls, and hear from guest experts.
- Regular Newsletters & Best-Practice Resources including RCAN Fact sheets, proforma policies and templates.
- Discounted Training & Services exclusive offers and 10% discount on bespoke service for when you need that extra bit of support.
- Volunteer & Community Engagement Support – advice on attracting helpers, volunteers, increasing footfall, and raising your hall’s profile.
- Direct Access to RCAN Specialists, combining grassroots experience with professional expertise and a RCAN officer at the end of a phone.
Why Join RCAN?
- Confidence, know your hall is on top of governance and compliance.
- Connections – build relationships through cluster forums and networking opportunities.
- Clarity, get tailored, actionable advice through our Health Check Service.
- Credibility part of the national ACRE network and a proven track record of over 100years supporting communities in Nottinghamshire.
Membership Fee
£95 per year +VAT a cost-effective way to access expert, ongoing support for your hall or community facility.
To get involved, email enquiries@rcan.org.uk or complete our online form here.
Join Today
📧 enquiries@rcan.org.uk
📞 0115 697 5800
With RCAN membership, your hall gains ongoing support, peer networks, and professional advice — so trustees can focus on what matters most: keeping your community facility vibrant, resilient, and welcoming.
