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Archives for 10 November 2025

Have Your Say On Westminster’s Cultural Strategy 2026-30

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Have Your Say On Westminster's Cultural Strategy 2026-30

The online consultation for Westminster’s Cultural Strategy 2026-30 is now open, and Westminster City Council wants to hear from you!

As the heart of London’s world-renowned arts and culture scene, Westminster is home to countless creative spaces, performances, and cultural experiences. Yet not everyone who lives here gets to enjoy them. That’s why the council is inviting residents, community groups, and partners to help shape the next five-year plan for culture in Westminster.

Culture creates value,  enriching lives, boosting wellbeing and building thriving communities.

The Cultural Strategy 2026-30 will set out how we can make culture accessable for all, from free community arts programmes and youth initiatives to creative enterprises, regeneration projects and local events that bring people together.

By sharing your views, you can help grow creativity, widen access to arts and culture, and ensure every community benefits from Westminster’s incredible cultural offer.

Have your say today

Complete the short online survey and help shape the future of culture in Westminster

Your Voice, Your Westminster

A Knockout Night At The Lord Mayor’s Boxing Cup 2025!

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A Knockout Night At The Lord Mayor’s Boxing Cup 2025

What a night! The Lord Mayor’s Boxing Cup lit up Porchester Hall with incredible talent, electric energy, and unbeatable community spirit.

Local boxers from across Westminster stepped into the ring and delivered powerful performances, showcasing skill, heart, and true sportsmanship. The crowd brought the noise, the music kept the energy high, and the atmosphere was buzzing!

A huge thank you to everyone who came along, cheered, and helped make the night unforgettable! Roll on next year!

On The Ground – Sharing Your Stories: November’s NSC Spotlight

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This Month We're Shining A Light On Step Up 2 Fitness

Step Up 2 Fitness (SU2F) is empowering women and girls across Westminster to move, strengthen, and connect, all in a supportive, women-only environment. 

Led by coach and project coordinator Hasna Kahlalech, SU2F delivers functional fitness sessions twice a week that bring together women of all ages and abilities, where they can develop mentally as well as physically.

About the sessions

The sessions run twice a week – every Wednesday between 12:30-2:30 pm and every Saturday between 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. 

Each session combines strength, cardio, balance, mobility, and flexibility, using a mix of weights, resistance loops, Pilates rings, and yoga bands. The workouts are adaptable for everyone, from young women just starting to peri-menopausal and post-menopausal participants, rebuilding strength and confidence. 

Programme Case Study

Highlights from this quarter
  • The programme welcomed 15 new participants, reaching its highest attendance level since 2022.
  • A new Mobility and Rehab Circuit was also introduced, specifically designed for women recovering from injuries or returning to physical activity after a period of rest. Feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with participants saying they feel supported, motivated, and challenged at the right level

“Since joining, I feel fitter, stronger, and part of a supportive sisterhood. The new rehab circuit has been a game-changer for me.”
Soumeyya, Participant

Participant Case Study

Participant Profile: Aisha, 42, is a Westminster resident and mother of three. She works part-time and often finds it difficult to prioritise her own health and wellbeing while balancing family responsibilities.
Reason for getting involved in the programme: Aisha first heard about SU2F through a friend. She was looking for a women-only space where she could exercise comfortably without compromising her cultural needs and values. 

“I had been inactive for years and felt nervous about joining mainstream gyms, but SU2F felt like a safe starting point.”

Aisha, Participant
Programme impact: Since joining, Aisha has experienced significant improvements in both her physical and mental health. She has built strength, improved her flexibility, and lost weight in a supportive, judgement-free environment. Beyond fitness, she says the sense of community has been life-changing.
Participants’ view of future engagement in physical activity: Aisha now sees fitness as a permanent part of her life. She plans to continue attending SU2F classes regularly and has even expressed an interest in joining a coach training pathway in the future. 

“I’ve made friends here who encourage me. I feel motivated, healthier, and more confident in myself.”

Aisha, Participant

“This is just the beginning for me—I want to keep improving, and I’d love to support other women the way I’ve been supported."

Aisha, Participant

Find out more about the Step Up To Fitness and the other sessions available through our Neighbourhood Sports Club programme, upcoming sessions, and how to register for future Unity in the Community tournaments on the NSC event page or contact Ryan Denys at ryandenys@everyoneactive.com.

 
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