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On The Ground – Sharing Your Stories: August’s NSC Spotlight

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On The Ground - Sharing Your Stories: August's NSC Spotlight

Feel Stronger and Fitter with Open Age’s Keep Fit Class!

Looking for a fun, friendly and effective way to keep active? Open Age’s Keep Fit: Exercise to Music session is perfect for older adults looking to boost strength, mobility and confidence in a supportive environment.

Session Details:

  • Location: St Margaret’s Activity Centre, 1 Carey Place, SW1V 2RT
  • Time: Wednesdays between 10:00 – 11:00 a.m (**This session is not running during the summer period and will be back in action as of September**)

The class is part of Open Age’s popular activity programme in South Westminster and is designed to support physical and mental wellbeing through accessible, low-impact exercise.

Whether you’re recovering from injury, building back strength, or just looking to stay active and social, this session is a great way to move more and feel good. The class is inclusive and professionally led, with exercises tailored to individual needs.

Participant Case Study: LC Keep Feet, St Margrats

Interested in other physical activity sessions?

Then discover everything else the NSC programme has to offer — just hit the button below!

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Want to share your experience?

Your stories inspire us — and others! If you’ve taken part in an NSC session and want to share your experience, we’d love to hear from you. Click the button below to reach out.

Share your story

Reminder: Book Your Kids Spots At Edutain Camps This Summer!

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Reminder: Make Sure Your Kids Are Booked In For The Edutain Summer Camps!

Don’t miss out on a fun-filled summer! Edutain Camps are back across Westminster, offering exciting activities and learning opportunities for children and young people throughout the holidays.

If you haven’t booked yet, there’s still time to get involved — but spaces are filling up fast!

Edutain Camps Details

Edutain+ Camps Details

2025 Summer edutain web feature

Just A Reminder Of What’s On Offer:

Edutain brings together sports, creative play, and learning in a safe, welcoming environment led by experienced coaches and play workers.

  • Running in two locations throughout the summer holidays
  • For children and young people aged 8–13 for Edutain and 8-16 for Edutain+
  • FREE spaces available for those eligible for free school meals

Whether it’s football, arts and crafts, team games, or just making new friends — there’s something for everyone.

Edutain camp dates:

Camps are open to children aged 8-13 and run from 10:00am to 3:00pm on the dates listed below – no need to commit to all five weeks! Simply sign up for the days or weeks that work best for you.
  • Week 1: Mon 28 July – Fri 1 Aug
  • Week 2: Mon 4 Aug – Fri 8 Aug
  • Week 3: Mon 11 Aug – Fri 15 Aug
  • Week 4: Mon 18 Aug – Fri 22 Aug
  • Week 5: Tue 26 Aug – Fri 29 Aug

Two Locations:

  • Academy Sport, Torquay Street W2 5EW
  • Community Centre (Under Morgan House), Lillington Gardens, SW1V 2LF

For more information, call 07956 956167 or email ryan.denys@sportwestminster.org

*BOOKING IS REQUIRED

Book Edutain @ Academy Sport
Book Edutain @ Lillington Gardens

For more information, call 07956 956167 or email ryan.denys@sportwestminster.org

All inclusive, supportive space with Edutain+ Camps

Keep your child moving, making and motivated this summer — the inclusive way!
With Edutain+, children and young people with disabilities can enjoy a wide range of fun, accessible and fully supported holiday activities in a welcoming environment.

Edutain+ camp details:

This half term, Edutain+ offers children with disabilities aged 8–16 to enjoy exciting, accessible activities that spark imagination and build confidence.Camps run from 10:00 am to 3:00pm, and families have the flexibility to choose the weeks that suit them best.

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

  • Week 1: Mon 28 July – Fri 1 Aug
  • Week 2: Mon 4 Aug – Fri 8 Aug
  • Week 3: Mon 11 Aug – Fri 15 Aug
  • Week 4: Mon 18 Aug – Fri 22 Aug                                       

Location: Academy Sport, Torquay Street W2 5EW

*BOOKING IS REQUIRED

Book Edutain+

For more information, call 07891 386 688 or email leonard.lionel@sportwestminster.org

Brought to you by our trusted delivery partners SportWest – www.sportwest.org.uk

We Are Now Officially ActiveWestminster!

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We Are Now Officially ActiveWestminster!

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news! Our team has a new name: ActiveWestminster!

This change marks an important step forward, bringing our name in line with the work we do every day to support inclusive participation, wellbeing, and community activity across Westminster.

Why the name change?

We’ve moved away from our former name, Sport, Leisure and Active Communities, because ActiveWestminster is already a recognised, trusted brand across the borough.

It’s simpler, more memorable, and better reflects how residents, partners, and stakeholders know and connect with us. We’re proud to align even more closely with the ActiveWestminster Strategy and the council-wide Fairer Westminster Strategy as we continue working for a healthier, more active borough.

This update will help us:

  • Strengthen our identity
  • Streamline communications
  • Improve visibility and recognitio
ActiveWestminster and City of Westminster logos

About the ActiveWestminster Partnership

The ActiveWestminster Partnership is a borough-wide network of organisations, schools, sports clubs, charities, voluntary sector, health services and local people, all working together to make Westminster more active and inclusive.

Facilitated by Westminster City Council, the partnership focuses on:

  • Reducing health inequalities
  • Embedding physical activity in everyday life
  • Creating inclusive, accessible opportunities for all

Stay connected

Want to stay up to date and connected?

Thank you for being part of this exciting new chapter and for supporting everything we do as the ActiveWestminster Team.

Host, Create, Connect: Hire the Bowls Pavilion At Paddington Recreation Ground

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Host, Create, Connect: Hire the Bowls Pavilion At Paddington Recreation Ground

Looking for a welcoming, community-friendly venue in the heart of Westminster? The Bowls Pavilion at Paddington Recreation Ground offers a bright, spacious and affordable 63 m² dry‑hire space – a blank canvas ready for your ideas. Whether you’re hosting:

  • Community meetups and clubs
  • Dance, fitness or movement classes
  • Drama workshops or rehearsals
  • Support sessions or quiet group work

…this flexible room adapts to your needs.

Facilities and hire rates

A local space built for community, with scenic green views, essential facilities and an affordable pricing structure that supports local residents, groups and schools, the Bowls Pavilion is ideal for low-impact activities that bring people together.
  • Bright open-plan room with tranquil views over the bowling green
  • Tables, chairs, kitchenette (sink, hot water, fridge), and on-site toilet
  • Non-residents: £57.90
  • ActiveWestminster card holders: £40.55 (30% discount)
  • Concession card holders (youth, seniors, etc): £34.75 (40% discount)
  • Westminster schools and ActiveWestminster Mark holders: £40.55 (30% discount)\

To book all you need to do is check availability and email: paddingtoninfo@everyoneactive.com – discounts are applied automatically for eligible users.

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Launching Now: Westminster 3X3 Skills Clinic with Top GB Talent

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Launching Now: Westminster 3X3 Skills Clinic with Top GB Talent

Train with the best – right here in Westminster!

We’re thrilled to launch the brand-new Westminster 3X3 Skills Clinic, a high-energy training experience designed specifically for women and girls who love basketball — or are ready to give it a try.

Led by two of the biggest names in the game right now, this is your chance to learn from the very best:

  • Shanice Beckford-Norton – GB International and 3X3 star
  • Lindsey Cleary – WNBL MVP and elite-level performer

Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, boost your confidence, or simply get inspired by some of the UK’s top basketball talent, this clinic is for you.

Event Details

This amazing event will be taking place on Saturday 9 August, between 9:50 AM – 12:50 PM at St Augustine’s Sports Centre, Oxford Road, London NW6 5AW

What to Expect

  • Exclusive training for girls under 18, coached by Shanice Beckford‑Norton (GB International) and Lindsey Cleary (WNBL MVP) 

  • All participants receive a Jordan Kit!

  • A Supportive, inclusive environment to help build skills and confidence

Entry & Booking

  • Cost: £5 per person
  • Booking: Sign up via TicketTailor – spaces are limited, make sure you secure yours! 

*Please note: Parental supervision is required once the session ends. Active care responsibility reverts back to parents/guardians afterwards.*

Train with the Best!

Let Play Begin At Northumberland Place!

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Let the Play Begin at Northumberland Place!

We’re gearing up for the exciting launch of Westminster’s newest Play Street at Northumberland Place, W2 5BS.

Join us on Monday 4 August 2025, from 5–7pm for the official launch event. It will be a free, fun-filled evening where the street will be transformed into a safe, car-free space for children to play and neighbours to connect.

This is the first of three new Play Streets being introduced across Westminster as part of a resident-led initiative supported by Westminster City Council and partners. It’s all about creating safer, more Active Streets for our communities to enjoy.

What is a Play Street?

If you don’t already know, Play Streets are temporary, resident-organised closures that turn streets into places for play, community and creativity—making neighbourhoods healthier, safer, and more social for everyone.

Get ready to play and connect!

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:
  • Space to scoot, cycle, draw and play
  • Games, chalk art, and community fun
  • A chance to meet neighbours and celebrate the space together

Come along, bring your family, and experience how a local street can become a shared space full of colour, energy and connection.

More Play Streets Coming Soon

Northumberland Place is just the beginning! Keep an eye on our website and socials for updates on when the other Play Streets are launching – we’ve got another two in the pipeline!

Bring Play Streets To Your Neighbourhood!