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8 days to go for the London Youth Games Finals Festival

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8 days to go for the London Youth Games Finals Festival

There’s something for everyone at the London Youth Games Finals Festival. There will be a wide range of activities and sports for you to try, including futsal, NFL, squash, cricket and more. You’ll have the chance to take part with your friends, family and other young people from across the city and show off your skills. Plus, there’s an orienteering course to help you discover the hidden sites of the iconic Park!

The London Youth Games Finals Festival! This is the ultimate event for families, schools and young people in London.

SAVE THE DATE: Saturday 1st July and Sunday 2nd July

 

 

Address: Eastcross Square, Copper Box Arena, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London E20 3HB

Opening Times: 10am – 6pm

Dates: Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd July 2023

Cost: Free!

Book your tickets

Become a Walk Leader – Next free training course on 27th June

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Become a Walk Leader - Next free training course on 27th June

We are hosting a Ramblers’ Wellbeing Walks Training that can allow you to host community walks for all, exploring parts of the city that may be unknown to many. Once training is complete all you have to do is commit to hosting a walk within Westminster but you can make these as creative as you like, why not start a bird watching walk, a dog walk, a bug walk or even a photo competition. It’s entirely up to you!

You will be required to complete a shadow walk and e-learning prior to the face to face training.  

This will take place at Paddington Recreation Ground on the 27th June 2023 from 10-1pm.

Limited places are available so be sure to book as soon as possible!

Book your place by emailing us on the button below with your name and contact number..

Book your place

Come along to the Walk towards Wellness on Friday 2 June

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Come along to the Walk towards Wellness on Friday 2 June

Join the Walk towards wellness tomorrow Friday 2nd June organised by the charity  Mind in partnership with Everyone Active
 
The set off is from outside the Queen Mother’s Leisure Centre at 10:20 AM. The walk will explore the local area and end  at Monck Street around 11:30 AM.
This can be a starting point to be active and meet new people. A chance to
Walk for health, walk towards wellness!!
 
Book your place on 👉 community@bwwmind.org.uk or call 07710092811
 
Come along and boost your mental wellbeing!

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

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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.

Are you into road cycling? Register your interest to time trial for the London Youth Games Road Cycling Event – 1 July 2023

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Expression of Interest - London Youth Games Road Cycling Event - 1 July 2023

Are you ready to test your cycling skills against other cyclists in London? Then register your interest in representing the borough of Westminster at this year’s London Youth Games road cycling event https://bit.ly/3BNGeQx

The road race takes place on the open road on the 1st July over pre-determined lap/s and the time trial is a specialist branch of road cycling where you will be riding against a set course  in a race against the clock.

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For more information on the event, criteria and age categories, visit the London Youth Games page https://www.londonyouthgames.org/events/road-cycling/

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

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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.