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Change4Life Westminster – Your Health Journey Starts Here

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Change4Life Westminster - Your Health Journey Starts Here

Are you ready to make a positive change for your health and wellbeing? The Change4Life Service in Westminster offers a range of free, local support and expert advice to help you live a healthier lifestyle. Whether you’re looking to improve your diet, manage your weight, get more active, or simply feel better in your day-to-day life, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

Everyone’s health journey is unique. Whether you’re looking to lose weight, boost your fitness, or simply learn more about maintaining a balanced lifestyle, we are here to help. Westminster’s Change4Life Service is available to everyone—no matter where you’re starting from.

Change4Life in Westminster

The Change4Life service aims to ensure that children, young people and families across Westminster are supported to be healthy and happy in the communities where they live, learn and play. The Change4Life service is here to support expectant parents, children and young people aged 0-19, or 25 for young people with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND), and their families to eat well and keep active.

The Change4Life Service provides you with a comprehensive toolkit of resources, including:

  • Personalised weight management: Tailored plans to help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight.
  • Healthy eating advice: Nutritional tips and practical support to make healthier food choices.
  • Physical activity support: Find the best ways to stay active at your own pace and ability.
  • Mental wellbeing resources: Support for maintaining a healthy mind alongside a healthy body.
  • Individualised support: Receive personalised advice from our experienced health coaches who will help you set achievable goals.
  • Workshops and events: Participate in local workshops, group activities, and educational events to boost your knowledge and confidence.
  • Online resources: Access a wealth of online tools and materials designed to help you make sustainable, long-term changes.
  • Local connections: Connect with a supportive community of individuals and resources in Westminster to stay motivated and inspired.

Start your transformation today by accessing our free services. It’s never too late to make a change, and we’ll be with you every step of the way.

Change4Life Clubs Coming Up!

Get started with the  a range of healthy lifestyle clubs providing six-week programmes for expectant parents, children, young people and families.

Change4Life young people's club - Feathers Marylebone
Change4Life Club 5-11 St Luke's
Start4Life Online
Mini Club 0-12 Months - WCC Pimlico Library Jan-Feb (1)

Get Started Now!

Click below to find out more about how Westminster’s Change4Life Service can support you.

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Have Your Say on Our Proposals to Improve Air Quality in Westminster

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Have Your Say on Our Proposals to Improve Air Quality in Westminster

Did You Know That Air Pollution Is The Largest Environmental Risk To Health?

It impacts everyone in our community! That is why we need your input on our new Air Quality Action Plan which sets out our commitment to reducing air pollution and its impact on public health.

Whether you are a resident, visitor, business owner, worker or student, let us know your thoughts on our proposed action plan.

Together, we can make Westminster a healthier and happier place and support the wellbeing of those around us today, as well as those to come in future generations.

Have your say before 26 January and get a chance to win £100 voucher!

Clean air is essential for our health and the overall wellbeing of our city.

air quality have your say

To have your say before 26 January and get a chance to win £100 voucher, just follow the link below.

Have Your Say

Keep Kids Active with Edutain Winter HAF Programme

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Keep Kids Active with Edutain Winter HAF Programme

Edutain Winter HAF Programme

If you are looking for a fun and engaging way to keep your kids active and entertained this winter holiday? Join the Edutain Winter HAF Programme organised by SportWest in partnership with ActiveWestminster.

Perfect for children aged **8 – 13**, this programme is packed with exciting activities that encourage movement, creativity, and socialising.

Spots are limited, so booking is required!

Programme Details

Dates:

  • 27th December 2024
  • 2nd January 2025
  • 3rd January 2025
  • 4th January 2025

 Location: Academy Sport, Torquay Street, W2 5EW

 Time: 10am – 3pm

Cost: £1/day

  • Cost for non-Free School Meals children: £1.00 per child, per day.*
  • *EHCP required.*

How to Book

To secure your child’s spot, contact Ryan by email on ryan.denys@sportwestminster.org or by phone on 07956 956167

 

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Try Before You Bike – Cycle Loan Scheme

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Try Before You Bike - Cycle Loan Scheme

Westminster residents are encouraged to cycle with new Loan Scheme

Westminster City Council’s Try Before You Bike scheme is making cycling more accessible for all and with that in mind is giving away 250 free 3-month subscriptions for residents in the following areas:

  • Queens’ Park
  • Westbourne
  • Harrow Road
  • Church Street
  • St James

Plus, the council will also be providing 1-2-1 cycle training to improve your cycling skills and confidence on the road. What’s there not to like?

try before you bike

Residents can hire bikes—including e-bikes and adaptive options—on a flexible, monthly basis. The initiative offers a fantastic set of benefits like free delivery, training, and accessories, with rental costs deducted if participants choose to buy their bike later.

Low-income support and cycling lessons are also available, helping Westminster residents embrace sustainable, active travel.

 

Learn more on the council’s dedicated page by clicking the button below.

Cycle Loan Scheme

Making Play Inclusive – New Inclusive Alfred Road Playground Officially Open

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Making Play Inclusive - New Inclusive Alfred Road Playground Officially Open

Official Launch of the First Inclusive Playground in Wesminster, the Alfred Road Playground
On 5th November 2024, Westminster City Council and ActiveWestminster celebrated the launch of Westminster’s first-ever accessible playground at Alfred Road (W2).
Local community members, schools and children were invited to celebrate the official launch of the playground and try out the exciting new equipment designed by award-winning playground experts Playscheme.
 
The playground was co-designed with local parents and children to create a space that reflects the community’s needs. By collaborating with residents, the council has revived the old playground into something fresh and exciting where children of all abilities can have fun, learn and grow together.
A local parent who brought this initiative to the council’s attention, Sara said:
 
“As a parent of a child with complex needs, I am deeply committed to the idea that every child has the right to play, socialise, and learn together. While we have made significant progress in embracing diversity across various backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, and sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities often remain overlooked and undervalued within these discussions.
To effect real change in our attitudes and behaviours towards people with disabilities, we must focus on shifting perceptions. The best way to achieve this is by allowing children to interact with and learn from these differences, helping them realise that our shared experiences far outweigh our distinctions.
I take pride in being a resident of Westminster, a London borough that actively champions community initiatives to enhance the lives of all its residents.”
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The renovation of the Alfred Road Playground aims to revitalise a community space, enhance wellbeing and encourage an active lifestyle by addressing barriers to outdoor play. The new and improved playground combines both traditional and innovative technology to create an inclusive playground that can be enjoyed by all.

Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care, Public Health and Voluntary Sector, Cllr Nafsika Butler-Thalassis said:

“Inclusive and accessible spaces are necessary for the healthy functioning of our community. Play is an important part of a child’s development, and by renovating Alfred Road Playground with accessible equipment, we are fostering an inclusive environment where all children can be active, make friends and reap the benefits of outdoor play.”
“We look forward to continue working with the residents and local partners to build a healthier and happier future for Westminster.”
Cabinet Member for Communities, Cllr Cara Sanquest said:

“We are incredibly delighted to see the renovation of the Alfred Road playground into a space where children of all abilities can learn and play together. This was made possible by involving local parents and children throughout the entire process to ensure that the new playground reflected their needs.”
“It was energising to see so many community members at the launch and feel the excitement in person.”

Come along and join the fun!

For any information or query, please use our Contact Us page or email active@westminster.gov.uk

Come and join Girls Allowed on Lancefield Street for a Street Play on 30 Oct

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Come and join Girls Allowed on Lancefield Street for a Street Play on 30 Oct

Come Girls Allowed on Wednesday 12pm – 3pm for a Street Street set up in Lancefield Road, just outside the Jubilee Community Leisure Centre.

A few hours every week where children and youth can play in the street takes priority with no “through traffic”. Amazing!

Neighbours will be able to come out and enjoy a cup of tea, talk with other residents or just enjoy the outdoors with limited car traffic (only access to residents and deliveries). Staff will be available to facilitate street games and ensure everyone has a great time. This time we have group Girls Allowed run by the ESP Foundation, in partnership with ActiveWestminster and Everyone Active.

Everyone is welcome! 

So get ready for a few fantastic afternoons of Play Street with a wide range of activities indoor and outdoors, from basketball and badminton to skateboarding, dancing and more.

No booking is required. Just come along and join the fun!

LANCEFIELD STREE ACTIVE PLAY (1)
October Half Term 2024

Find out more about Westminster’s Active Streets Programme but clicking the button below.

Active Streets