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Estates Cash Cup – Take Your Shot

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ESTATES CASH CUP - THIS IS YOUR SHOT

2TR Football is back in Westminster — but it’s more than just goals. The Estates Cash Cup uses the power of football to build confidence, teamwork, and life skills for young people aged 14–21.

With expert training, mentoring, and work placements, you’ll gain real experience on and off the pitch — growing your skills, your network, and your future.

Love the game? Want to learn? Ready to join a community? This is your moment.

Oh… and did we mention the £1,000 cash prize up for grabs?!

Heats Schedule

  • U18’s Boys Heat: Wednesday 2 July between 5pm–8pm at Church Hill Gardens Youth Club (MUGA)
  • U14’s & Female Heat: Tuesday 18 June between 5pm–8pm at Lydford Estate

Play. Compete . Win.

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Your Community, Your Wellbeing: Get Involved This Mental Health Awareness Week

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Your Community, Your Wellbeing: Get Involved This Mental Health Awareness Week

One week, three ways to feel better – All we are missing is YOU!

From Monday 12th May to Sunday 18th May, we’re proud to support Mental Health Awareness Week – led by the Mental Health Foundation – the UK’s leading charity for mental health. 

This year’s theme is “Community” — highlighting how our relationships and sense of connection to others are vital to our mental well-being. Being part of a community helps us feel supported, valued, and less alone.

What’s on: Free activities across Westminster

At ActiveWestminster, we believe in the power of community to change lives. That’s why, with the support of our leisure partner Everyone Active, we’re running free, inclusive and community-focused wellness activities across Westminster — to help bring people together, move, share, and connect:

  • Mindfulness Painting: A relaxed, creative space to connect with others and take a mindful moment for yourself. No experience needed — just bring yourself and a willingness to unwind.
    Jubilee Community Leisure Centre
  • Badminton & Table Tennis Taster Sessions: Delivered by our friends at Sport in Mind, these fun sessions are a great way to meet new people, move your body, and enjoy a bit of friendly competition.
    Church Street Leisure Centre
  • Yoga Sessions: Gentle, welcoming sessions to help you breathe, stretch, and share a calming moment in a shared space.
    Everyone Active Centres across Westminster

Be part of the movement

Looking for more ways to get involved in Mental Health Awareness Week? Visit the official website for inspiring stories, practical tips, and ways you and your community can support better mental health for all.

Let’s move together towards better mental health. See you there!

Join the Movement

All Girls Basketball Sessions at Brunel Estate Sports Pitch!

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Join the All Girls Basketball Sessions at Brunel Sports Estate Pitch Every Wednesday!

Looking for a fun way to stay active and make new friends? Join us for the All Girls Basketball Sessions every Wednesday from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM! Whether you’re a basketball pro or a complete beginner, this is your chance to shine on the court, learn new skills, and have a blast with other girls your age!

This isn’t just any basketball session – it’s part of the Neighbourhood Sports Club Programme (NSC), designed to get you moving, having fun, and building confidence, all while making lasting memories with other awesome girls!

Why join?

Basketball is not just about shooting hoops – it’s about teamwork, building confidence, and learning discipline while having fun! Whether you’re dribbling, passing, or aiming for that perfect shot, basketball helps improve coordination, speed, and strength. It’s a fast-paced game that keeps you engaged, challenges you to grow, and rewards you with every basket you score.

Session details

  • When: Every Wednesday between 4:30-6:00 pm

  • Eligible Age Groups:

    • 8-13 years (start your basketball journey!)

    • 14-19 years (for the more experienced or anyone looking to level up their game!)

    • Flexibility based on attendance – we’ve got you covered!

  • Location: Brunel Estates Sports Pitch, Westbourne Park Road, W2 5ISH

How to sign up

Want to join the fun? 

All you have to do is email Community@0-ten.com and let them know you are ready to sign up!

Don’t miss out – come for the basketball, stay for the friendship and fun! Whether you’re playing your first game or aiming to make your mark on the court, we can’t wait to see you on the court! 

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Let It Grow: Westminster Embraces No Mow May

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Let it Grow. Westminster Embraces No Mow May 2025

Unlocking urban biodiversity

This May, Westminster City Council is once again participating in Plantlife’s No Mow May campaign, encouraging residents and visitors to let grass and wildflowers flourish across the city. By pausing mowing in selected parks, green spaces, and all housing estates, the council aims to support pollinators like bees and butterflies, which rely on wildflowers for food. This initiative is part of Westminster’s broader commitment to enhancing urban biodiversity and creating a greener city for all

The benefits to Nature

  • Boost Pollinator Populations: Allowing lawns to grow can nearly double butterfly numbers in rural areas and increase them by 18% in urban settings.

  • Enhance Biodiversity: Longer grass supports a variety of wildlife, offering breeding grounds and shelter for insects, birds, and small mammals.

  • Promote Sustainable Gardening: Embracing a more natural lawn reduces maintenance efforts and supports environmental sustainability

Participating Areas include:

  • Sussex Gardens
  • Westbourne Green Open Space
  • Paddington Green
  • St John’s Wood Church Gardens (selected areas)
  • Paddington Recreation Ground
  • Ministry of Defence section by the wall
  • St George’s Square (selected area)
  • Berkeley Square
  • Victoria Tower Gardens

Join the movement—lock up your lawnmower this May and let nature take the lead. Discover how you can participate by following the link below.

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Play Streets Are Coming to Westminster! See Which Streets Made the Cut

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Play Streets Are Coming to Westminster! See Which Streets Made the Cut

Thanks to your feedback, three new Play Streets are officially on the way—creating safer, more vibrant spaces where children can play freely and neighbours can come together.

Opening up our streets for play isn’t just about fun. It helps build stronger communities, encourages active lifestyles, and fosters a deeper sense of belonging for everyone.

After reviewing resident feedback and assessing the potential of eight proposed sites, Westminster City Council is excited to confirm that the following Play Streets will be moving ahead:

  • Ashmore Road (Northern section, Queens Park ward)

  • Kilravock Street (Queens Park ward)

  • Northumberland Place (Bayswater ward)

These locations were chosen based on strong community interest, the ability of local residents to help activate the spaces, and previous successful Street Play activity.

Find out more and read the full ‘You Said, We Did’ summary report

Read the Full Summary Report
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What’s Next?

  • Northumberland Place: Works begin in May and are expected to finish by July.

  • Ashmore Road & Kilravock Street: Implementation starts in July, aiming for completion in August.

We’ll keep you updated with exact timelines as work progresses.

Let’s keep building a more playful, connected Westminster—together!

Discover how Active Streets are transforming your neighbourhoods

Active Streets

Cycle Connect – Ride Together, Stay Connected!

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Cycle Connect - Ride Together, Stay Connected!

Looking for a fun, free way to get around and connect with your community? Cycle Connect, brought to you by Bikeworks, is here to help you do just that!

Cycle Connect is a FREE service that brings people together while making local travel easier than ever. Friendly Cycle Pilots will take you (and up to two friends or family) on trips to appointments, community events, leisure rides, and more — all while you enjoy fresh air, great company, and a greener way to travel!

Why ride with Cycle Connects?

  • Feel connected: Meet new people, chat with your pilot, and enjoy a social journey instead of sitting in traffic.
  • Move more: Cycling keeps you active, boosts your mood, and gives you that fresh air glow.
  • Go green: Help cut down on local traffic and reduce emissions – every ride makes a difference!
  • Access for all: Whether you pedal or prefer to sit back and relax, you choose how you want to ride.

How to get cycling with Cycle Connects

Follow these 3 Simple and Free Steps to Get Started with Cycle Connect

     1. Check Your Eligibility – You can sign up if you are:
  • An older adult, person with mobility restrictions, or have a disability
  • A community organisation supporting these groups
  • Within our service area (check the map on the page)

     2. Book Your Free Ride:

     3. Enjoy the Ride

  • Relax and enjoy a side-by-side e-assist cycle. Bring a friend, family, or carer along—up to 3 passengers per ride.

 

Cycle Connect is funded by local councils and partners to offer this service for free!

Find Out More and Sign Up!

Discover more about our Cycling and Walking provisions. Just follow the link below to explore and discover a variety of initiatives designed to make active travel easier and more accessible in Westminster. 

Walking & Cycling

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