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Historic Clash Confirmed As Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule Lands

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Historic Clash Confirmed As Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule Lands

 
The stage is set. The full schedule for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 has officially dropped and it’s bringing a historic home nations showdown with it.

England will face Scotland at Headingley on 20 June 2026, marking the first time the two sides have met in a men’s or women’s World Cup on English soil. It’s a fixture packed with rivalry, pride and big match energy and it’s already shaping up to be one of the standout moments of the tournament. 

12 teams, one trophy and a landmark summer to remember

Following a fiercely contested qualifier in Nepal, Bangladesh, Ireland, Netherlands and Scotland have secured the final four spots., completing the 12-team line up for next summer’s global spectacle across England and Wales (12 June – 5 July 2026)

European nations make up a third of this year’s competition which is a huge milestone for the growth of the women’s game.

image of some of the cricket players and full fixture

The Groups

  • Group 1: Australia, South Africa, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Netherlands
  • Group 2: West Indies, England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Ireland Scotland

World Class Venues and Unmissable Moments

Across 24 days, 33 matches will played iconic venues including Headingley, Old Trafford, Lord’s, The Oval, Edgbaston, Bristol County Ground and the Hampshire Bowl, culminating in the final at Lord’s on 5 July.

With elite international talent, fierce rivalries and record-breaking ambition driving the tournament, the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 promises to be one of the defining sporting events of the summer.

Tickets on sale now

Tickets for all matches, including the historic England v Scotland are on sale now. With strong demand already building, fans are encouraged to secure seats early.

Lock Your Seats In Now!

A New Era Of Outdoor Sport, Fitness And Community Shine at Johnsons Place Launch

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A New Era For Outdoor Sport, Fitness And Community Spirit Shine At Johnsons Place Launch

A fantastic community celebration marked the official launch of the new Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) and outdoor gym at Johnsons Place on Monday 9th February.

Residents, partners, councillors and coaches from SportWestminster came together to mark the official opening of the upgraded outdoor sports facilities, designed to give residents of all ages more opportunities to get active in the heart of the community. The event really showcased the energy, enthusiasm and community spirit the the new space is set to inspire.

A great turn out from the community, and plenty of happy faces as children tried out the new facilities for the first time, some of our councillors got in on the action too!

Built for play, training and everyday fitness

The upgrade includes eight brand new pieces of outdoor gym equipment, new lighting, fencing, multi-use surfacing, goals, basketball hoops, and seating, delivered by the amazing team at Play Innovation, who have recently been shortlisted for a SAPCA (Sports and Play Construction Association), award for their groundbreaking work on this project. 

The investment in Johnsons Place forms part of Westminster’s wider commitment to improving access to outdoor sport and physical activity spaces. By enhancing local facilities, we are helping to remove barriers to participation and encourage healthier, more active lifestyles across the city.

Whether you’re organising a casual kick about with friends, trying out a new fitness routine or looking for somewhere for the kids to blow of some steam, Johnson’s Place is ready and waiting to become a vibrant hub for outdoor sport and community activity.

The Half-Term Countdown Is On: It’s Time To Hit The Pool!

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The Half-Term Countdown Is On - Time To Hit The Pool

The February half term is fast approaching, and in Westminster that means one thing – it’s time for families to get active with our popular FREE Swimming sessions, available every school holiday.

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Spaces fill up quickly during the school holidays, so book early and get ready to get those lengths in this February half term!

Westminster resident children can swim for free when accompanied by an adult at our leisure centres with pools, making it an easy, affordable way to keep children active, build water confidence and enjoy quality time together during the break.

Check eligibility and rules

  • One free adult per qualifying child.
  • Free swim session times vary by leisure centre – check websites for details.
  • Children under 8 must be supervised in the water by an adult (18+), with a maximum ratio of two children to one adult.
  • Participants must register for the ActiveWestminster card in advance. All children must be residents to quality for the scheme.
  • All swim sessions must be pre-booked. Wristbands to be collected at reception.
  • Available Monday – Friday, from 10am to 4pm during school holidays (times may vary by pool).

FREE Swimming Session Slots

Booking your free swimming sessions is simple! Sessions are available in one-hour slots. Times vary by pool, please check beforehand to avoid dissappointment.

This is just one of our swim offers – explore what else we have on

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Invest in a Greener Westminster

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Invest In A Greener Westminster

Residents this is your opportunity to support local climate action while investing in a greener future for the City of Westminster.

The council has partnered with Abundance Investment to launch the Westminster Green Investment, giving people the chance to invest directly in local sustainability projects from as little as £5. 

Investing in local climate action

Westminster is working towards becoming a net zero city, and this investment helps fund practical projects that reduce carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency across the borough.

By investing, residents can support climate action happening right here in the City, to help create a cleaner, more sustainable environment for everyone.

How the Westminster Green Investment Works

UK residents aged 18 and over can invest online through Abundance Investment’s platform. Investors can earn a return over a fixed term while knowing exactly where there money is being used.

Investments can also be held within an Innovative Finance ISA, meaning any returns may be tax-free.

Projects currently being supported

Funds help deliver energy-saving improvements in community buildings including leisure centres and day centres, such as LED lighting, insulation, draught proofing and solar technology.

Get involved

 This scheme offers a simple and accessible way to support ethical investing while backing real projects that benefit people and the planet.

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Smash Into Saturdays With Junior Squash At Lord’s

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Smash Into Saturdays With Junior Squash At Lord's

Our brand new Junior Squash sessions at Lord’s Cricket Ground designed to give young residents a fun and welcoming way to get active, learn new skills and be part of a sporting community.

Sessions will take place every Saturday from 12:20 – 13:40pm at the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), Lord’s Cricket Ground, NW8 8QN, and are open to juniors of all abilities.

Squash is a fast-paced sport that helps young people develop fitness, agility, co-oridnation and reaction speed, whilst also building confidence, focus and resilience. It’s a great way for juniors to stay active, make friends and enjoy learning in a supportive environment.

Whether your child is picking up a racket for the first time or looking to improve their game, these sessions offer a fantastic opportunity to move, play and grow through sport.

For more information contact Ivy Deltiends at admin@middlesexjuniorsquash.co.uk

Nurture your child’s confidence and co-oridination through sport

Six Years Of junior parkrun At Paddington Recreation Ground!

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Paddington Recreation Ground Celebrates 6 Years Of junior parkrun This Jan!

On Sunday 26th January, Paddington Recreation Ground junior parkrun chanted “cheers to 6 years” as local children, young people, parents, guardians and volunteers set off for another weekly run. 

Humble beginnings

Starting with just 1 or 2 participants on occasion, the junior parkrun at Paddington Recreation Ground has gone strength to strength since launch. The site has since hosted 1,159 participants (approcx 85 runners per week) aged 4-14, who have run, walked, jogged and even skipped the 2K around the mapped out route. 

Our volunteers make it happen

The run solely relies on our dedicated troop of 370 primarily local volunteers (and some volun-tourists from as far as Texas and Australia). They do everything from setting, to ensuring the safety of participants and managing, marshaling, time keeping and tail walking.

We want to take this opportunity to give a special, heartfelt thanks to a number of our volunteers who have volunteered with us 100 times! This includes David Phillipa, Jawaid, Florentina, Kathy, and Genevieve. Local Resident John May has volunteered a whooping 216 times! Now that’s what you call dedication.

Through this initiative we have also supported 18 young peopke with volunteering opportunities as part of the their Duke of Edward Award.

Join us

Whether you want to volunteer or become one of our junior runners, we will welcome you with open arms to be part of this thriving community event. 

Join us every Sunday morning at 9:00 am at Padding Recreation Ground. 

Where little legs go far and big hearts make it happen

Join Junior Parkrun: run, cheer or volunteer