Leisure • Physical Activity • Sport

Cycle Connect – Ride Together, Stay Connected!

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!

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. 

Seen It At Queen Mother? Sociability Is Now At Moberly Too!

Seen It At Queen Mother? Sociability Is Now At Moberly Too!

We’re excited to announce that Sociability is now live at Moberly Sports Centre on Chamberlayne Road – making it easier than ever to plan your visit with confidence.

Here’s a quick reminder about how Sociability helps

Sociability is a disabled-led technology company and mobile app designed to empower disabled people by helping them discover accessible venues across the UK. The app provides clear, detailed and accurate information about venue accessibility, from step-free access and lighting levels to the presence of accessible toilets, hoists, or grab rails.

Whether you’re planning a swim, a gym session, or just want to check out local facilities, Sociability gives you the tools to plan ahead, reduce uncertainty, and enjoy more time doing what you love.

Let’s come together to create a more active, inclusive and supportive Westminster for all.

Why it matters

For many disabled people, lack of reliable accessibility info can be a real barrier to getting active. Sociability helps break down that barrier by making it easier to know what to expect before arriving. It enables greater independence, confidence, and freedom when accessing leisure services – aligning perfectly with ActiveWestminster’s commitment to inclusive and active communities.

Try it for yourself! Head over to the Sociability website at www.sociability.applearn more and download their free mobile app today!

Stay Active, Pay Less! What’s Not to Love?

Stay Active, Pay Less! What's Not To Love?

Looking to move more, feel good and save money while doing it? The ActiveWestminster Card has you covered.

Whether you’re a fitness fanatic, just getting started, or somewhere in between – this handy little card unlocks exclusive discounts across all Westminster leisure centres managed by Everyone Active. It’s all about helping you stay fit, healthy and connected perks of the card.

With your ActiveWestminster Card, you can enjoy:

  • Free swimming (for eligible residents)
  • Discounted gym memberships
  • Lower prices on fitness classes
  • Cheaper rates on sports and facility bookings
  • Special access for schools & partner organisations

Whether you’re heading to the pool, booking a pitch or trying out that new dance class, the savings add up fast.

Eligibility

The ActiveWestminster Card is available to:

  • Westminster Residents
  • Students
  • Young People Under 19 (or under 25 for those with disabilities)
  • Westminster schools and ActiveWestminster Partner Organisations

How to Sign up

It’s super quick and very easy. All you have to do is head to your nearest Westminster leisure centre with proof of eligibility (please note documents vary depending on which of the groups you fall into above. Examples include proof of address, student card, proof of benefits) and a member of staff will help you sign up on the spot.

For full details, visit our dedicated Unity In The Community webpage. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Ryan Denys at ryandenys@everyoneactive.com.

Kids Swim For FREE This Summer And So Can Westminster Residents Aged 60+!

Kids Swim For FREE* This Summer And So Can Westminster Residents Aged 60+!

Make a splash this summer with FREE* swimming for children and young people at Westminster City Council leisure centres! It’s the perfect way to stay active, have fun, and cool off during the school holidays and even better when shared with family.

*Terms and conditions apply

Bring the Grandkids – and Join Them in the Pool!

Westminster residents aged 60 and over can also enjoy FREE swimming at all council leisure centres. Whether you’re staying fit, supporting your wellbeing, or just fancy a relaxing swim, it’s completely free and easy to get started.

All you need is an ActiveWestminster Card, which gives discounted access to a range of sport, leisure, and wellbeing benefits across the borough.

Dive into summer fun, fitness, and family time, all for FREE!

Introducing the New ActiveWestminster Strategy 2024-2028

Introducing the New ActiveWestminster Strategy 2024-2028

We’re excited to announce the launch of the ActiveWestminster Strategy 2024-2028! This forward-thinking plan is designed to transform how physical activity, leisure, and sport are integrated into daily life across Westminster. Building on the successes of previous strategies, this updated vision focuses on inclusivity, accessibility, and community wellbeing.

Using the ‘Move for Life!’ framework, the strategy outlines three core themes of delivery:

  1. Active Lives: Encourage more residents to engage in regular physical activity by offering tailored programmes that focus on targeting different needs and abilities.
  2. Active Neighbourhoods: Create vibrant local environments with parks and open spaces, safe streets, and community-led initiatives that inspire movement and connection.
  3. Active City: capitalising on Westminster’s top-class facilities and meaningful partnerships to make physical activity a central part of its identity.

Why This Matters:

Westminster faces unique challenges, such as high rates of inactivity and childhood obesity. The strategy emphasises reducing health disparities, promoting sustainability through active travel, and fostering strong community networks. It also supports programs like Active Streets, which repurpose residential areas for play and active lifestyles, and Active Lives for All, ensuring no one is left behind.

With this strategy, Westminster aims to create a healthier, happier city where everyone has the opportunity to thrive through movement and physical activity.

young adults playing basketball

For more details, visit the ActiveWestminster Strategy page by following the link below.

Celebrating the Winners of the ActiveWestminster Awards 2024

Celebrating the Winners of the ActiveWestminster Awards 2024

The 15th edition of the ActiveWestminster Awards shone a spotlight on the incredible individuals, clubs, and organisations that make Westminster an active, inclusive, and vibrant community. Held at the historic Porchester Hall on Friday November 15, the event recognised the inspiring efforts that bring physical activity, leisure, and sport to the heart of our community.
 
The winners of the 2024 Active Westminster Awards are:
 
Thanks also to our wonderful host Qasa Alom https://qasaalom.co.uk/ and special guest Oliver Lam-Watson, Team GB Paralympian.
Also special thanks to Guy Lansiquot (Winner of the Dance Westminster 2024) who performed a fantastic opening dance with professional dancer from Step Change Studio, Georgia.
 
Well done everyone to all the winners and finalists! It was a great inspiring night. 

Highlights of the night of the Awards 2024