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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!

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Become a Walk Leader and Help Westminster Get Moving!

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Become a Walk Leader and Help Westminster Get Moving!

April 2025 Walk Leader Full Poster

Join Everyone Active’s next Walk Leader Training qualification on 30th April 2025 from 9:30am – 1pm at the Paddington Recreation Ground.

If you are passionate about physical activity and know that walking is a great way to stay active and healthy, here is your chance to become a certified Walk Leader. In this training course you will be able to:
  • Gain leadership skills
  • Learn about safety and route planning
  • Promote health and wellness in our community
  • Join a supportive network of fellow enthusiasts

Don’t miss this opportunity to access the FREE training and lead the way towards a healthier future. Limited spots available, so sign up by emailing CarjezBryan@everyoneactive.com

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ActiveWestminster Weekend Brings Community Together Through Sport and Physical Activity

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ActiveWestminster Weekend Brings Community Together Through Sport and Physical Activity

On the weekend of 12–13 April 2025, Westminster City Council, in partnership with Everyone Active, proudly hosted the ActiveWestminster Weekend—a vibrant celebration of health, wellbeing, and community spirit. Over the course of two days, residents of all ages and abilities were invited to take part in an exciting lineup of FREE fitness classes, sports activities, and taster sessions across various venues in Westminster.

Let’s Play Football!

The initiative aimed to encourage physical activity, promote local sports opportunities, and bring communities together through shared experiences. From dance classes and yoga to multi-sports games and family fitness sessions, there was truly something for everyone.

One of the standout moments of the weekend was the Unity and the Community Football Tournament, held on Sunday at Paddington Recreation Ground. Working in partnership with Everyone Active, ActiveWestminster and the invaluable support of Ballers of London , the tournament saw 223 participants across 21 teams compete in four different age categories, showcasing talent, teamwork, and the power of sport to unite.

The event was made even more special with the presence of the Lord Mayor of Westminster, who joined the community on the day. The Lord Mayor not only cheered on participants but also had the honour of blowing the starting whistle for the U16s match and presenting medals to winning teams and outstanding players.

The ActiveWestminster Weekend is part of a broader council’s strategy to promote physical activity and healthy living across the borough, while highlighting the importance of accessible sports for everyone. Organisers praised the enthusiasm of the community, the dedication of volunteers, and the collaborative spirit of all partners involved.

 Congratulations to all participants. These are the winners in each category for August 2025:

  • U10s – Warsa FC
  • U12s – London Tigers
  • U14s – Warsa FC
  • U16s – London Capital

As Westminster looks ahead to more community-focused events in 2025, this weekend served as a shining example of what can be achieved when organisations and residents come together to celebrate movement, unity, and wellbeing.

Deadline Extended – Footballers Sign Up For Unity in the Community by Friday 11 April!

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Get Ready for the Unity in the Community Football Tournament on Sunday April 13

Unity In The Community is a fun and FREE, event brought to you by the wonderful team at Everyone Active in partnership with ActiveWestminster. 

This is an annual event that takes place at Paddington Recreation Ground. This year it will be held on Sunday 13 April as part of the ActiveWestminster Weekend (12 and 13 April) happening across all the leisure centres in Westminster. 

Mixed Football Tournament

Unity In The Community (UITC) aims to bring the community together and provide a friendly environment where players can compete and show off their fancy footwork! This is mixed gender football competition, which invites local players and teams from all corners of Westminster and beyond to UNITE, compete and showcase their skills at our state of the art pitches. 

Girls Football Festival

The Girls ONLY Football Festival will be taking place alongside UITC and kicks off with a fun filled skills session, followed by non-competitive friendly matches. 

Registrations are now  open until Friday 11th April. Make sure you sign up soon!

Active Westminster Weekend

Football not your thing? Not to worry, there are plenty of other activities you can participate in. From Badminton and swimming, to yoga and Zumba, there is something for everyone. Find an activity you like and get ready to bring it! Active Westminster Weekend Activities

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For full details visit our dedicated Unity In The Community webpage and for any further questions, please can contact Ryan Denys on ryandenys@everyoneactive.com

Fun times ahead this Easter with Edutain and Edutain+ Holiday Camps!

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Fun times ahead this Easter with Edutain and Edutain+ Holiday Camps!

Are you looking for ways to keep the kids active this Easter? 

Look no further! As always The Edutain+ and Edutain holiday camps are going to be running and providing a supportive, inclusive and vibrant environment where children from all walks of life can participate in a variety of activities.

Edutain+, Inclusive Fun for Children with Disabilities! 

Edutain+ is specially designed for children with disabilities, offering a range of engaging activities to keep them active and entertained.

Dates: 

  • 1st Week: Tuesday 8th April, Wednesday 9th April, and Thursday 10th April
  • 2nd Week: Tuesday 15th April, Wednesday 16th April and Thursday 17th April.                                                                                                  

Time: 10am – 3pm

Ages: 8 – 16

Location: Academy Sports Centre – Torquay Street, W2 5EW

For more information, call 07891 386 688 or email leonard.lionel@sportwestminster.org

*BOOKING IS REQUIRED*

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Get Active this Easter With Edutain!

Looking for a way to get the kids to burn all that energy from the easter eggs? Make sure you sign them up for the Edutain Easter Camp!

From sports, and drama to arts and crafts, the camp team will keep the kids active and busy in a fun, engaging and safe environment. 

Dates: 

  • 1st Week: Monday 7th – Friday 11th April
  • 2nd Week: Monday 14th – Thursday 17th April

Time:

10am – 3pm

Ages:

8–13

Two Locations:

  • Academy Sport, Torquay Street W2 5EW
  • Community Centre (Under Morgan House), Lillington Gardens, SW1V 2LF

*BOOKING IS REQUIRED

Book Edutain @ Academy Sport
Book Edutain @ Lillington Gardens

For more information, call 07956 956167 or email ryan.denys@sportwestminster.org

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