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Your Community, Your Wellbeing: Get Involved This Mental Health Awareness Week

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Your Community, Your Wellbeing: Get Involved This Mental Health Awareness Week

One week, three ways to feel better – All we are missing is YOU!

From Monday 12th May to Sunday 18th May, we’re proud to support Mental Health Awareness Week – led by the Mental Health Foundation – the UK’s leading charity for mental health. 

This year’s theme is “Community” — highlighting how our relationships and sense of connection to others are vital to our mental well-being. Being part of a community helps us feel supported, valued, and less alone.

What’s on: Free activities across Westminster

At ActiveWestminster, we believe in the power of community to change lives. That’s why, with the support of our leisure partner Everyone Active, we’re running free, inclusive and community-focused wellness activities across Westminster — to help bring people together, move, share, and connect:

  • Mindfulness Painting: A relaxed, creative space to connect with others and take a mindful moment for yourself. No experience needed — just bring yourself and a willingness to unwind.
    Jubilee Community Leisure Centre
  • Badminton & Table Tennis Taster Sessions: Delivered by our friends at Sport in Mind, these fun sessions are a great way to meet new people, move your body, and enjoy a bit of friendly competition.
    Church Street Leisure Centre
  • Yoga Sessions: Gentle, welcoming sessions to help you breathe, stretch, and share a calming moment in a shared space.
    Everyone Active Centres across Westminster

Be part of the movement

Looking for more ways to get involved in Mental Health Awareness Week? Visit the official website for inspiring stories, practical tips, and ways you and your community can support better mental health for all.

Let’s move together towards better mental health. See you there!

Join the Movement

Become a Walk Leader and Help Westminster Get Moving!

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Become a Walk Leader and Help Westminster Get Moving!

April 2025 Walk Leader Full Poster

Join Everyone Active’s next Walk Leader Training qualification on 30th April 2025 from 9:30am – 1pm at the Paddington Recreation Ground.

If you are passionate about physical activity and know that walking is a great way to stay active and healthy, here is your chance to become a certified Walk Leader. In this training course you will be able to:
  • Gain leadership skills
  • Learn about safety and route planning
  • Promote health and wellness in our community
  • Join a supportive network of fellow enthusiasts

Don’t miss this opportunity to access the FREE training and lead the way towards a healthier future. Limited spots available, so sign up by emailing CarjezBryan@everyoneactive.com

Email to Sign Up

JUST OVER A WEEK TO GO! Network Funding Applications closing on Sunday 30th March

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JUST OVER A WEEK TO GO! Network Activity Project Funding Applications Closing Sunday 30th March

The deadline for the ActiveWestminster Network partners to submit a proposal for funding support of up to £2000 is fast approaching. Make sure you apply by next Sunday 30th March at midnight.

This funding can be used to support a new or to upscale an existing health and wellbeing physical activity community project. 

Project Delivery Timeframe: April 2025 – March 2026

Please note funding is subject to network partners and their projects meeting specific criteria as outlined on on our dedicated page on our website – you can find all the information you need here: Network Activity Project Funding 

Submission Deadline Fast Approaching: Sunday 30th March 2025 at midnight 

Please note funding is subject to network partners and their projects meeting specific criteria as outlined on on our dedicated page on our website – you can find all the information you need here: Network Activity Project Funding 

Make an impact in your community, APPLY NOW!

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Don’t Throw Away Your Chance to Help! Deposit It!

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Deposit Your Single Use Bottles and Cans - Help North Paddington Receive £500 from Everyone Active!

 
Following one of the Climate Assembly’s recommendations, we installed in a new Reverse Vending Machine at Paddington Recreation Ground – a winning idea from the Westminster City Council Innovations Challenge hosted at the end of 2021. 
  
We just wanted to remind you that every little contribution helps!
 
Did you know that recycling aluminium cans saves energy and avoids the mining of new Bauxite Ore used for aluminium production. Every year, recycled cans help to avoid nearly five percent of the world’s total mining of Bauxite. 

How it works – Help North Paddington Youth Centre get a £500 donation!

Deposit all your single-use plastic bottles and aluminium drinks cans into the machine at Paddington Recreation.

Oh and by the way, for every item deposited, 10p will be donated to the North Paddington Youth Club!

And it get better! The wonderful folks at Everyone Active have kindly agreed to donate £500 if the youth club hits their target of 2,500. Let’s help them get there – not only are you doing something good for the planet but you are also contributing to a worthy cause! It’s a win-win!

So come on down to Paddington Recreation Ground and get depositing!

Westminster Squad Netball Trials – Your Chance to Join the Team

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Westminster Squad Netball Trials - Your Chance to Join the Team

Are you ready to take your netball skills to the next level? Westminster Squad is looking for dedicated and talented players to join our team for the upcoming season! Whether you’re a seasoned player or eager to prove yourself, this is your opportunity to showcase your abilities and be part of a competitive and dynamic squad.

Trial Details with two dates to choose from:

  • Saturday 1st March 2025, 9am – 10am
  • Saturday 8th March 2025, 9am -10am

Location: Academy Sport W2 5EW

The trials are open to all passionate netballers who are committed to teamwork, skill development, and competitive play. We’re looking for players with determination, agility, and a great attitude both on and off the court.

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Simply book your trial by choosing one day and completing the booking from.

Don’t forget to bring your A-game, plenty of water, and a positive attitude!

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For more information, please contact Angela on aemanuel@westminster.gov.uk

Network Activity Project Funding Applications NOW OPEN!

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Applications for the Network Activity Project Funding are now Open

As of today Monday 17th February 2025, ActiveWestminster Network partners are invited to submit a proposal for funding support of up to £2000.

This funding can be used to support a new or to upscale an existing health and wellbeing physical activity community project. 

Submission Deadline: Sunday 16th March 2025 at midnight 

Project Delivery Timeframe: April 2025 – March 2026

Please note funding is subject to network partners and their projects meeting specific criteria as outlined on on our dedicated page on our website – you can find all the information you need here: Network Activity Project Funding 

Network Funding NOW open FBX web 2025

Please note funding is subject to network partners and their projects meeting specific criteria as outlined on on our dedicated page on our website – you can find all the information you need here: Network Activity Project Funding 

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