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New Disability Swimming Club Making Waves at Moberly Sports Centre

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New Disability Swimming Club Making Waves at Moberly Sports Centre

We are delighted to announce the launch of a brand-new swimming club for adults with disabilities at Moberly Sports Centre, delivered by WeSwim, an organisation dedicated to supporting inclusive swimming opportunities across London.

Where: Moberly Sports Centre, 25 Chamberlayne Road, London, NW10 3NB
When: Mondays from 22nd September 2025
Time: 18:15 – 19:45

WeSwim runs volunteer-led clubs across the capital, empowering adults with disabilities to get active, connect with others, and build lasting confidence in and out of the pool.

This exciting new session also offers a brilliant opportunity for volunteers to get involved and support the club, helping to make a real difference in the community.

WeSwim new club at Moberly

Find out more about WeSwim, their sessions across London, and FAQs here: WeSwim – Supporting disability swimming across London

Volunteer with WeSwim and Support Disability Swimming

To make this club a success, they are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join their team.

As a WeSwim volunteer, you’ll:

  • Support adults with disabilities in and around the pool

  • Help create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment

  • Gain valuable experience, training and community connections

  • Make a real difference to people’s lives through the power of swimming

Volunteering with WeSwim is a rewarding way to give back, build confidence, and be part of a growing community that champions inclusion and activity for all.

Find out more and register your interest: WeSwim – Volunteer Opportunities

Sports, Smiles & Community Spirit: ActiveWestminster Weekend Highlights

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Sports, Smiles & Community Spirit: ActiveWestminster Weekend Highlights

On the weekend of 30 and 31 August 2025, Westminster City Council, in partnership with Everyone Active, proudly hosted the ActiveWestminster Weekend where residents of all ages came together to explore our Westminster Leisure Centres.

Residents of all ages enjoyed an action-packed ActiveWestminster Weekend, with opportunities to explore local sport and leisure facilities and take part in a wide range of activities.

With over 10 sessions on offer—including badminton, swimming, tag rugby, children’s bouncy castle sessions and gym inductions—the weekend was designed to encourage people of all ages and abilities to get active, try something new, or revisit an old favourite.

A highlight of the weekend was the Unity in the Community tournament, which brought together around 110 children and young people across 14 teams and 4 age groups. For the first time, the tournament proudly welcomed an all-girls team, marking an exciting milestone for the event.

The atmosphere was made even more special with the attendance of the Lord Mayor of Westminster, who presented medals and trophies to the winning U14 and U16 teams.

Well done to all participants for an inspiring tournament and very well-deserved congratulations to the winners of each category:
  • 16s – London Capitol 
  • Under 14s – Warsa FC 
  • Under 12s – London Tigers 
  • Under 10s – Warsa FC

The ActiveWestminster Weekend is a bi-annual event, fast becoming a highlight in the local calendar that everyone looks forward to. We can’t wait to welcome the community back for the next edition in spring 2026.

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Bursaries Available to Boost Your Skills Development in Sport & Physical Activity

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Bursaries Available to Boost Your Skills Development in Sport & Physical Activity

Do you live, work, study, or volunteer in Westminster’s communities?

Now’s your chance to enhance your skills, achieve new qualifications, and make a positive impact on healthier, more active lives in Westminster.

Westminster City Council’s ActiveWestminster Skills & Training Programme offers a fantastic bursary scheme to help you take the next step toward your goals. With funding of up to £2,500 available, you can pursue accredited and certified courses to grow your expertise in sport, physical activity, leadership, health, and wellbeing.

Who Can Apply?

This bursary is open to:

  • Those aged 16+ who live, work, study, or volunteer in the City of Westminster.

  • Individuals earning under £21,000 per year or currently unemployed.

  • People committed to supporting Westminster’s communities and helping create healthier, more active lives.

What Does the Bursary Cover?

The funding covers up to 80% of course fees (you’ll contribute the remaining 20%) for a wide range of qualifications in Sport & Physical Activity.

Applications are accepted throughout the year, giving you the flexibility to start when it suits you best. 

Please note: Only one application can be submitted per person each year.

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Not yet sure about a career in Sport, Leisure and Physical Activity?

Then download and read our quick guide giving you 5 tips on how to develop a career in the industry.

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Your Weekly Boost: Football For Mind, Body And Community

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Free Multi-sport Sessions at Hallfield Estate with AC-TI-VATE Project

As part of the Activate Neighbourhoods programme, Westminster City Council is committed to encouraging and empowering individuals, groups and communities to lead active, healthy and happy lives. 

To support this mission, we are offering FREE physical activity sessions across a selection of neighbourhoods, with plans to expand to even more areas over time.

We currently have three locations providing a variety of exciting physical activity opportunities for everyone including Hallfield Estate in Bayswater.

Scan the QR Code on the left to find the fun and the scan the QR code on the right or click on the flyer to join the fun! 

Hallfield Estate Sessions

In partnership with our friends at SportWestminster and Westbourne Park Family Centre, ActiveWestminster is serving up a double win at Hallfield: fun-packed multisport sessions to get you moving, plus fresh fruit to keep you fuelled. Think of it as your weekly dose of fitness and five-a-day, every Monday and Tuesday from 4pm – 6pm.

  • Multisport Sessions with SportWestminster: Well known for delivering school holiday activities across the borough, SportWestminster, is delivering lively multi-sport sessions for all ages.

  • Multi-skills and Games with Westbourne Park Family Centre: Just around the corner, the Family Centre is hosting inclusive and interactive sessions perfect for children and families in the Hallfield community.

What’s Next?

We’re continuing to grow the Active Neighbourhoods programme. At Maida Hill Market, exciting new activities will soon be available to help residents stay active locally, and we aim to expand similar offers around Hallfield too.

Let’s continue to keep communities to active, connected and thriving!

Activate Your Neighbourhood

Two More New Play Streets Are Coming Too Westminster This September!

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Two More New Play Streets Are Coming to Westminster This September!

We’re delighted to announce the launch of two more Play Streets this September, creating safe and welcoming spaces for children to play outside their homes, get active, and connect with their community.

Play Streets are designed to increase opportunities for play and physical activity, reduce traffic, and strengthen neighbourhood connections. These two new Play Streets are just the start, with more due to open across Westminster in the future.

Family Fun at the Play Street Openings

We’d love you to join us as we celebrate the launch of Westminster’s newest Play Streets with fun activities for the whole family.

There’ll be active games and sessions with Everyone Active, plus the chance for children to build their confidence on two wheels with Cycle Confident and keep their bikes in top shape with Dr Bike.

  • Kilravock Street, W10 4HX, on Friday 5th September between 4pm – 6pm
  • Ashmore Road (North), W9 3DD on Saturday 6th September between 1pm – 4pm

Bring your family, friends, and neighbours along to play, ride, and celebrate the start of even more Play Streets across Westminster!

Want to bring a Play Street to your neighbourhood? Click the button below to find out how!

Bring Play To Your Street

Don’t Miss Your Chance To Have Your Say on Barnsdale Road’s Play Street Plans

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Two More New Play Streets Are Coming Too Westminster This September!

ActiveWestminster is delighted to announce the launch of two more Play Streets this September – creating safe and welcoming spaces for children to play outside their homes, get active, and connect with their community.

Play Streets are designed to increase opportunities for play and physical activity, reduce traffic, and strengthen neighbourhood connections. 

This is part of our wider Active Streets Programme, designed to reduce traffic, promote outdoor play and bring local communities tog

Family Fun at the Play Street Openings

We’d love you to join us as we celebrate the launch of Westminster’s newest Play Streets with fun activities for the whole family. There’ll be active games and sessions with Everyone Active , plus the chance for children to build their confidence on two wheels with Cycle Confident and keep their bikes in top shape with Dr Bike.

  • Kilravock Street (W10 4HX) opening on Friday 5th September, between 4pm – 6pm
  • Ashmore Road (North, W9 3DD) opening on Saturday 6th September, between 1pm – 4p

Bring your family, friends, and neighbours along to play, ride, and celebrate the start of even more Play Streets across Westminster!

Want to bring a Play Street to your neighbourhood? Click the button below to find out how!

Bring Play to Your Street