Events and Surgeries

Folkestone and Hythe Liberal Democrats keep in touch all year round through Councillors surgeries that are intended to allow local residents the chance to talk to their Councillor face to face with no appointment: just turn up.

We also run regular social events and meetups across the district. Learn more below!

Lib Dem Events and Surgeries Locally

Lib Dem Events Nationally

Winning on Social

  • 21 Aug 2025
  • 1.00 pm - 2.00 pm

Social media is an exciting new frontier for connecting with voters. But with so many platforms, how do we choose the right ones, and what should we do on them? This session will explore your options, using the latest research to show how we can effectively leverage social media to win votes.

Autumn Party Conference Motion Feedback Session

  • 21 Aug 2025
  • 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm
  • 299 Arbury Road
    Cambridge
    CB4 2JL

Want to help shape Lib Dem policy? Join us on August 21st for our meeting ahead of Party Conference to discuss the motions up for debate at this year's Autumn Conference, and suggest any amendments the local party could submit.

The meeting will take place at 7-9pm in Room 1,The Meadows Community Centre, 299 Arbury Road, Cambridge CB4 2JL on the 21st August.

David Grace will once again be chairing the meeting and light refreshments will be available.

Any questions email / call Hugh Newsam on hugh@newsam.name or 07802 762068

This will be the first in a series of meetings to be held locally round Cambridge and online to discuss topics that affect the city and local area and also national / international issues too. This is a chance for the local party members to voice their thoughts and ideas to inform local and national party policy.

Pizza and Politics nights will also be starting again in the near future... stay tuned !


Rochdale Pizza and Politics

  • 21 Aug 2025
  • 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm
  • 144 Drake St
    Rochdale
    OL16 1PS


West Barnes Action Day

  • 23 Aug 2025
  • 10.00 am - 4.00 pm

West Barnes Action Day Saturday 23rd August

Come down and join us as we continue our summer campaigning in West Barnes!

We will be meeting at 10am at St Saviours Church, Grand Dr, Raynes Park, London SW20 9DL and campaigning until 4pm with a break for lunch in between.

We very much hope to see you there!

Canvassing - Rayners Lane

  • 23 Aug 2025
  • 10.00 am - 1.00 pm
  • Rayners Lane Station
    London
    HA5 5EG

Come and canvass with us in Rayners Lane!

New Malden Village Action Day

  • 23 Aug 2025
  • 10.00 am - 4.00 pm
  • Beverley Park
    New Malden
    KT3 4LL

Join us for canvassing and delivery starting from the fabulous new Pavilion Cafe at Beverley Park.

There will be training and support available for new volunteers- all are welcome.

Fortis Green Action Day

  • 23 Aug 2025
  • 10.30 am - 2.00 pm
  • Fortis Green Rd
    Muswell Hill
    London
    N10 3HP

We will be out in Fortis Green ward in the morning of Saturday, 23 August, for another in our run of Action Days, once again featuring both doorstep canvassing and leaflet deliveries.

  • Date: Saturday 23 Aug
  • Time: From 10.30am, but you can join us out at any point (likely finish around 4pm).
  • Location: Everyman Cinema, Muswell Hill (near Planet Organic)
  • Primary Contact: Dawn Barnes (07968392483). If arriving later than 10.30am please call for our latest location in the nearby area

March at Manchester Pride 2025

  • 23 Aug 2025
  • 11.45 am - 3.30 pm
  • Castlefiled Bowl
    Rice St
    Manchester
    M3 4JR

Manchester Pride 2025 - Parade Group

  • 23 Aug 2025
  • 11.45 am - 3.30 pm
  • Castlefiled Bowl
    Rice St
    Manchester
    M3 4JR

Will you join us in representing the Liberal Democrats at this vibrant annual celebration of love, acceptance, and equality?

Register your interest today!

The Liberal Democrats have always led the way in championing LGBTQ+ rights, and our commitment remains steadfast. We believe in equality for all, and this Pride parade is a fantastic opportunity to showcase our dedication.

Let’s march together, celebrate our achievements, and demonstrate the power of unity in supporting the LGBTQ+ community. Manchester has a proud history—with former MP Councillor John Leech being the architect of Turing’s Law—and in 2023, we elected the city’s first openly trans councillor.

Please note that this event is only open to existing Liberal Democrat members, supporters, and their family members.

Please note that timings are indicative and subject to change.

Leaflet delivery

  • 24 Aug 2025
  • 10.00 am - 12.30 pm
  • New Broadway
    Uxbridge Road
    Hillingdon
    UB10 0LJ

Join us at 10 for tea and a chat. We hit the streets at 10:30(ish)!

Wimbledon & Merton Summer BBQ

  • 24 Aug 2025
  • 1.00 pm - 5.00 pm
  • 3 Linden Cottages
    Oldfield Road
    Wimbledon
    SW19 4SE

You are invited to our 2025 Merton Lib Dem friends and family summer BBQ being held on Sunday 24th August 2025. 

 

It'll be a time to relax and meet up with old friends and new. There will be delicious food and drinks and hopefully the sun will shine so that we can enjoy our host's lovely garden. 

 

Location: 3 Linden Cottages, Oldfield Road, Wimbledon, SW19 4SE (nearest buses 93, 200, 493)

 

Date: Sunday 24th August 2025

 

Time: 1pm-5pm

 

Tickets are £15 each, £5 for a child under 11 - under 5's free.

 

Included in your ticket is one complimentary drink (more available to purchase) and all you can eat from the BBQ!

 

Meat and vegetarian options available, plus salads and other BBQ favourites included. 

 

Please advise of any special dietary requirements to events@mertonlibdems.org.uk

 

Come hungry and ready to celebrate summer with us!


Young Liberal Social

  • 24 Aug 2025
  • 1.00 pm - 5.00 pm

Join us for our Young Liberal Social 

Venue TBA 

MDNP Pizza Party

  • 24 Aug 2025
  • 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm
  • 97 Clarendon Rd
    Broadstone
    BH18 9HU

Celebrate the last lazy days of summer at our wonderful pizza party hosted by Vikki!

Enjoy a lovely drink and pizza alongside great company!

This event is open to Lib Dem members, volunteers, friends and family.


St Ives Lib Dems Summer Social

  • 24 Aug 2025
  • 3.00 pm - 6.00 pm
  • Pengersick Lane
    Praa Sands
    Penzance
    TR20 9SJ

Join the St Ives Lib Dems team for a Summer afternoon in the delightful setting of Pengersick Castle Gardens, kindly hosted by Cllr for Porthleven, Breage and Germoe, Jay Hodgetts.

A chance to catch up on all the local news, chat to the MP and - for those not yet acquainted - meet some of our 18 Cornwall and Town councillors! 

A ticket will buy you a pasty, piece of cake and a top notch glass of fizz from local vineyard Polgoon. Soft drinks and tea also available.

Please bear in mind parking at the Castle is restricted to those with limited mobility. There are car parks at the beach just 10 minutes walk away. Car sharing is encouraged. 

Pre-conference policy discussion

  • 24 Aug 2025
  • 7.00 pm - 8.30 pm

The East of England Regional Policy Committee hosts an online discussion looking ahead at the policy motions coming to Federal Conference in Bournemouth this September.

This session is a chance to share your views and play a part in shaping the party’s positions. We’ll provide an overview of the motions going to Conference. Where members feel improvements are needed, the region will consider submitting amendments.

Your input is vital to making sure our region’s voice is heard at Conference, so we hope to see you there.

St Georges Action Morning

  • 25 Aug 2025
  • 10.30 am - 1.00 pm
  • Elephant Arcade
    50 London Road
    London
    SE1 6FY

Join the team in St Georges for a morning of doorknocking speaking to people around the Elephant and Castle area. Starting at 10.30am from Black Cowboy Coffee and finishing at around 1pm. 

What better way to spend your bank holiday Monday!

Shirley Action Day

Join us for a big day of action in Shirley as we step up our campaign to win next May! Whether you can spare an hour or the whole day, your support will make a real difference. We’ll be speaking to residents, delivering literature, and showing that the Lib Dems are listening and leading. Meeting at The Bellemoor Tavern, SO15 7NU. Let’s build on our momentum and take the fight to Labour – see you there!

Introduction to Targeted Email

  • 26 Aug 2025
  • 12.00 pm - 1.00 pm

Meet Targeted Email - the party's bulk email tool, in Connect. Learn how to send your first targeted email and all the tips and tricks you need to run great email marketing campaigns.

Engaging Young People on Social Media

  • 26 Aug 2025
  • 8.00 pm - 9.00 pm

This session will provide actionable strategies and tools to effectively connect with and mobilise the younger generation through digital platforms.

Learn how to craft compelling content, leverage social media trends, and build an online community to energise and recruit young supporters. 


London Phoning August

  • 27 Aug 2025
  • 6.00 pm - 9.00 pm

Join us for London Phone Bank. We’ll be calling members from around. London to see how they can get more involved. All welcome. It's fun and a chance to speak to our members and voters. 

Please RSVP so we know how many people are coming and so we can send you the Zoom link.


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