Leisure • Physical Activity • Sport

ADVANCE NOTICE: Environmental Area at Paddington Recreation Ground closed as improvement works start

ADVANCE NOTICE: Environmental Area at Paddington Recreation Ground closed as improvement works start

The works to improve the Environmental Area are now underway. We aim to relay the paths, add new fencing and boulders, and shortly we will begin to plant and replenish plants, and flora. 

In order to advance the work without disruptions, the Environmental Area will be closed to the public until the works are complete. We will provide more exacts dates as soon as possible.

Other maintenance and improvement works

Other maintenance and improvement work will take place in the playground which will comence on the 19th June but the area will be restricted for use from Monday 12th June as some enabling works to prepare the area need to happen first. Consequently, the following parts of the playground will be restricted or closed:

  • OLDER CHILDREN’S PLAY AREA – closed from 12th June to 30th June.
  • YOUNGER CHILDREN’S PLAY AREA – restricted access and disruption to activities from 3rd July to 14th July

We apologies in advance for any inconvenience this may cause but we want to provide the best and safest service possible so that our community can continue to use the facilities at Paddington Recreation Ground. Thank you for bearing with us!

If  you would like more information, please contact the Reception desk at Paddington Recreation Ground on 020 7644 6880 or send us a message using the Contact Us page.

New Changing Places Toilet opened at Queen Mother Sports Centre

New Changing Places Toilet opened today at Queen Mother Sports Centre

Today, Tuesday 30th May the brand new Changing Places Toilet was opened at Queen Mother Sports Centre to better meet the needs of our residents with disabilities.
New Changing Places Toilet launch at QM
We are striving to make buildings across Westminster more accessible to residents and this is the last addition to our other same facilities at Paddington Recreation Ground and Church Street Community Leisure Centre.
 
These new facilities are supported by the recent launch of our WelcoMe platform which enables residents to plan their visit to leisure centres, libraries and the Council’s buildings by advising venues prior to arrival of any specific requirements or adaptations required.
 

ADVANCE NOTICE: Closure of the playground at Paddington Recreation Ground on Thursday 25th & Friday 26th May

The playground at Paddington Recreation Ground will be closed on Thursday 25th and Friday 26th May for maintenance work

Urgent tree and essential works need to be carried out in the playground to guarantee everyone’s safety, therefore we will need to close the playground.
 
We know it’s a very popular feature and we sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused but these works are necessary so that everyone can continue to use the area safely.
 
Please contact the reception at Paddington Recreation Ground on 020 7644 6880 if you would like further information.

Pimlico Gardens Public Consultation – Next Phase Coming Soon

Pimlico Gardens - Next Phase of the Consultation

The analysis of the online survey, the first phase of the consultation, has now been finalised and we are getting ready to engage further with the local community to discuss any proposals.

There is limited provision that caters to the diverse needs of residents that live in the vicinity of the Pimlico Gardens. There was a proposal of a few new developments that were consulted using the online survey, offering new provisions, including a toilet block, viewing platform, allocated space for play and exercise and a café /facility serving refreshments as well as an option to hear other ideas.

We are working now on the next phase of the consultation in which we will organise several engagement sessions in the coming months to share and discuss proposals with the community.

We will publish all the details and confirm dates on our Have your say page.
 
Pimlico Gardens

NSC Spotlight for May – Hurdles2Hoops

NSC Spotlight for May - Hurdles2Hoops

The Neighbourhood Sports Club programme is delivered in collaboration with members of the ActiveWestminster partnership, this month our Spotlight is on Hurdles2Hoops.

Hurdles2Hoops aims to provide a safe and supportive environment in order to tackle social exclusion and help alleviate mental health by offering a healthy escapism to those who arrive as Asylum seekers and Refugees to the UK.

The charity promotes better health and wellbeing through activity and educational sessions. Today we feature their basketball sessions, taking place every Saturday from 3pm-4pm at the Royal Oak Open Muga Space, W2 5EW.

Get active, have some fun and learn some nice basketball skills with Hurdles2Hoops

Hurdles 2 Hoops

The NSC programme offers a wide range of sports, times and venues to fit everyone. Find out about all the activities being offered by clicking the button below.

Enjoy fun activities at the ActiveWestminster Weekend on the 15 & 16 April

Enjoy fun activities on the next ActiveWestminster Weekend 15 & 16 April

This year, the ActiveWestminster Weekend is set to take place at leisure centres across Westminster on the second week of the Easter School Holiday. 

From Saturday 15 – Sunday 16 April, enjoy a range of free activities across the city of Westminster. Activities are open to all residents, including children and families (some age restrictions may apply) as well as visitors. 

The ActiveWestminster Weekend event runs twice a year and is a great opportunity to visit our sport and leisure facilities, whilst trying a new activity or revisiting one you’ve not done for a while. Those who take part in the weekend will also have the chance to sign up for the ActiveWestminster Card or learn more about Everyone Active’s memberships. 

The ActiveWestminster Card is a free card for people who live or study in Westminster and grants the cardholder access to a range of discounted activities such as group exercise classes, swimming and racquet sports. 

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Places per activity are limited. To avoid disappointment and help keep staff and participants safe, participants should arrive at least 20 minutes prior to sessions in order to complete a registration with a member of staff. Under 16s should be accompanied by an adult at all times.  

You can find each of the leisure centres taking part in the ActiveWestminster Weekend by using the map on our leisure centre page. 

If you have any questions about the ActiveWestminster weekend, please contact us