Welcome to Southampton Voluntary Services
With more than 30 years of experience, Southampton Voluntary Services (SVS) has been at the heart of connecting people with volunteering opportunities. We’re experts in voluntary sector governance, management, and all aspects of volunteering.
Whether you’re looking to give back to the community, gain new skills, or meet new people, we can help you find the role that best matches your interests, availability, and skills.
If you’d like advice, guidance, or simply have a question, we’d love to hear from you.
Call us: 023 8022 8291
Email us: businesssupportteam@southamptonvs.org.uk
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Southampton Voluntary Services
Voluntary Action Centre
St Mary Street
Southampton
SO14 1NW
Getting Here
By Train:
From Southampton Central Station, head past the Civic Centre, walk diagonally across Palmerston Park to Pound Tree Road, then follow the pavement beside Hoglands Park (South Front). At the traffic lights, cross to Kingsland Square. Walking time: around 15–20 minutes.
By Bus:
Southampton’s buses are run by several different operators, and many areas will have a combination of routes and services. Many routes stop near, West Quay shopping centre, Palmerston Park (behind Primark) the Civic Centre and the High Street (Above Bar Street).
Parking:
- Disabled Parking: Two spaces available at the rear of the building (via Kingsway).
- Short Stay: Limited Pay & Display (up to 3–4 hours) in St Mary Street, Ascupart Street, James Street, and South Front.
- Long Stay: James Street car park and other nearby city centre car parks.
Find more parking information here – www.southampton.gov.uk/roads-parking/parking/
Please note, parking and travel information may be subject to change.