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Ask, Learn And Be Heard At Westminster Together

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Ask, Learn And Be Heard At Westminster Together

Westminster City Council is inviting residents to take part in Westminster Together, a community event where you can ask councillors questions, learn more about local services and have your voice heard about the issues that matter the most to you.

Attend in person or online

Taking place on Wednesday 11 February, between 6-8:00 pm, this event gives Westminster residents the opportunity to put the their questions directly to Councillor Hug and members of his Cabinet.

What to expect

Between 6:00 – 7:00 pm, residents can visit information stalls and speak directly with council officers from key teams including:
  • Housing 
  • Environment and Waste
  • Employment 
  • Community Services
This is a great chance to get advice, raise concerns and learn more about the support available in your area.

From 7:00 – 8:00 p.m, the main Q&A session will take place, where you can ask your questions to Councillor Hug and this Cabinet members about the issues affecting you and your community. 

Make Your Voice Count

Westminster together is designed to bring people in the local community together, to share information to make sure residents voices are heard. This event gives you the opportunity to speak directly to councillors, learn more about the local services available and raise the concerns and issues that matter most to you and your community.

Don’t miss this chance to ask questions and be part of the conversation

Join the Conversation

Game On For A Good Cause At Little Venice

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Game On For A Good Cause At Little Venice

Join us for an evening of sport and fun all for a good cause. We’re inviting the local community to come together for our Charity Doubles Badminton Tournament at Little Venice Sports Centre.

The tournament takes place next Monday from 6:00 – 10:00pm, with a £5 entry fee that will be donated to the Ben Kinsella Trust.

Player for Safer Communities

The Ben Kinsella Trust is a UK charity working to prevent knife crime and serious youth violence through education, early intervention and community engagement. 

Founded in memory of Ben Kinsella, a 16 year old who tragically lost his life to knife crime, the Trust delivers vital programmes in schools and communities to help young people make safe choices, understand the risks of violence and build positive futures.

Your participation will not only guarantee you a great evening of sport and community connection, but you will also be helping to support safer, stronger communities for young people across the UK.

Scan the QR code and play your part in building safer communities.

Getting involved is simple. Just scan the QR code on the flyer, make your £5 donation, and show your confirmation at reception on the day to sign up for the tournament. 

No partner? No problem!

Whether you arrive with a teammate or come along on your own, we’ll pair you up on the night so everyone has the chance to play. Badminton is a brilliant way to stay active, meet new people and enjoy some friendly competition and when it’s for a great cause , it brings the community together even more.

So grab your trainers, bring your energy and get ready for a fantastic evening of sport, connection and fundraising. 

Let’s play together, support a great cause and make a difference.

Boost Your Wellbeing With Free Community Workshops Across Westminster

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Boost Your Wellbeing With Free Community Workshops Across Westminster

Our Westminster Mental Health Outreach Service is offering a range of friendly wellbeing workshops for local residents 18+. 

These sessions are designed to help look after your mental and emotional wellbeing, connect with others and build healthy habits – all in a relaxed, welcoming environment. No booking required, and all session are completely FREE of charge.

Support designed with you in mind

Our sessions take a holistic approach to wellbeing, supporting mental, emotional and physical health through mindfulness, nutrition and connect. 

Mindfullness: Take time to pause, breathe and reset with guided mindfulness sessions.

  • In Person: Tuesdays, 1:00 – 2:00pm at 4 Frampton Street, NW8 8LF
  • Online: Wednesdays, 3:30 – 4:30pm
Nourish and Thrive: A nutrition-focused wellbeing session exploring how food can support your mental and physical health. 
  • Wednesdays, 11:30 – 12:30am at 4 Lilestone Street, NW8 8SU
Talk it Out: Enjoy a relaxed peer support session over coffee, with space to chat, share and connect.
  • Fornightly every Friday, 12:00 – 1:00pm at Victoria Library – next session this Friday 23rd
Whether you decide to one or all three, these workshops offer a great opportunity to meet new people, learn practical wellbeing skills and feel more connected within the local community.

For more information contact the Westminster Mental Health Outreach Team at: WCCMHOUTREACH@westminster.gov.uk

Come along, take part and invest in wellbeing. Your community is here for you.

Dance Together And Feel Great At Our New Women’s Dance Fit Class At Jubilee

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Dance Together And Feel Great At Our New Women's Dance Fit Class At Jubilee

We’re delighted to announce the launch of a new Women’s Dance Fit class at Jubilee Community Centre, created to support women navigating the changes of pre-menopause while welcoming all women who want to move, connect and have fun.

Dance is a fantastic form of excercise that improves cardiovascular fitness, mobility, balance and muscle strength. For women experiencing menopause, regular physical activity can help manage stress, boost energy levels, improve sleep and support overall wellbeing.

The class also focused on the power of connection. Dancing together in a relaxed group settingcan lift mood, build confidence and create valuable bonds within the local community.

One tap, one scan, one great dance class! Book by clicking on the flyer, scan the QR Code or via the Everyone Active App.

Whether your looking for ways to improve your mobility, meet new people or simple enjoy moving to the music, all women are welcome to join

  • When: Monday between 1:00 – 1:45pm
  • Where: Jubilee Community Centre
  • Cost: £3:45
To book, scan the QR on the above flyer or book on the Everyone Active app.

Come along, dance your way to better health, happiness and community

Westminster MUGAs Shortlisted For Prestigious SAPCA Award!

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Westminster MUGAS Shortlisted For Prestigious SAPCA Award!

Come and celebrate community, play and active spaces in Westminster!

We’re excited to share some fantastic news for Westminster!

Our recently completed MUGA projects at Kennet House and Johnson’s place have been shortlisted for a prestigious SAPCA Award, recognising excellence in the design and delivery of active, inclusive outdoor spaces. 

Delivered in partnership with Play Innovation, these projects have transformed both locations into vibrant, high quality space where residents of all ages can enjoy sport, fitness and play.

Filming Day – Everyone is Welcome!

As part of the awards process, the SAPCA team will be visiting Johnsons Place to film the site and capture what makes it so special and we would love it if you could join.

We are warmly inviting residents, community groups and local partners to come along, take part and help showcase how this space is making a positive difference in the neighbourhood.

  • Location: Johsons Place
  • Date: Friday 23rd January
  • Time: 1:30 p.m

Get involved

If you would like more information or want to attend the filming day, please contact:

Let’s come together to celebrate this wonderful achievement and show why Active Westminster is proud of the spaces that help our communities move more, play more and feel better.

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

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The Abbey Centre Is Impacting Women's Wellness With Their Weekly Yoga Sessions

The Abbey Centre  is spreading the zen throughout the borough with their weekly women’s wellness yoga sessions, which have been designed to give women a space to connect, socialise, stay active  and find their calm.

What to expect in the sessions

The sessions every Friday between 9:30-10:30 pm (with the exception of Easter and Christmas holidays).

Each session combines a series of stretching exercises and guided breathing techniques with a goal to help improve strength and flexibility whilst reducing stress and enabling participants to find balance in the fast moving chaotic place the world can sometimes be.

Programme Case Study

Highlights
  • The programme engaged 29 participants during December 2024 over three classes, maintaining consistency in attendance throughout the quarter.
  • Successful introduction of breathing techniques which have been positively received
  • Participants have reported feeling more relaxed and connected, reducing stress and isolation
  • This year there are plans to expand the offering in partnership with VICEC by providing classes at St Andrew’s Youth Club.

Participant Case Study

Participant Profile: Josephine, in her 70s, enjoys participating in the sessions  
Reasons for getting involved in the programme: Having had spinal surgery, Josephine wanted to regain her strength
Programme Impact: Getting involved in the programme has enabled her to gain hope, confidence and connection from being in a shared space with others. She has also been able to take the exercises learnt in the sessions to practice yoga at home. Josephine aspires to continue attending the sessions and build on the strength and confidence she has already gained.

Find out more about the Abbey Centre 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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