ActiveWestminster

01/09/2026

Are you ready to submit your nominations? We can't wait for the next edition of the ActiveWestminster Awards 2026.

28/08/2026

⚠️ SESSION CANCELLED ⚠️

Due the weather forecast showing heavy rain, tomorrow's session has been cancelled ☔️ 😞

We apologise for the short notice & disappointment.

Don't worry sessions will resume as soon as possible. Watch this space.

28/08/2026

Could FREE outdoor gym equipment be coming to a Westminster park near you? 🏃🏼‍♀️

We're consulting on two new offers - Swing Fitness Boxes and Equip Boxes - bringing FREE, flexible workouts to parks, community centres and public spaces across the borough. Unlock via a simple mobile app and train solo, join a group session, or follow a coach led workout. No membership. No barriers.

But it all starts with your feedback. Tell us what you think and help shape where these could go.

➡️Take the survey via the link in the comments - it only takes a few minutes.

28/08/2026

🏀Back by popular demand! 💪🏼

Jordan Gray - ActiveWestminster Champion of the Future athelete and ambassador is returning to Paddington Recreation Ground this Saturday 29th September for another epic bootcamp with Team JET x Team Jet Performance!

After last week's surprise session during ActiveWestminster Weekend, we couldn't say no to round two. Expect fast, furious full-throttle fitness with one of Westminster's brightest basketball stars leading the way.

📍 Paddington Recreation Ground
🕐 1 - 2:30pm, Saturday
🆓 FREE
Open to ages 18+

Only 20 spaces - make sure you get one

Don't miss out. Book via the link in the comments👇🏼

27/08/2026

🌟 Big news worth celebrating! 🌟

Paddington Recreation Ground has just been awarded an Excellent Quest Assessment, and honestly, this couldn't be more deserved. 👏🏽

This is such a wonderful recognition of everything that makes Pad Rec special: a brilliant, dedicated team, a community that shows up and gets involved, and all the little (and big!) things that come together to make it a buzzing space built for every kind of visitor.

It's clear just how much this space means to so many people. From the regulars who pop by daily, to first timers, to our four-legged visitors who make the most of the space, there is something for everyone.

A massive well done to every single member of the team - this is your hard work paying off, and we couldn't be prouder to share the news! ♥️🌟🤩

27/08/2026

It starts with you. 💙

SfC Connect is Westminster City Council's FREE, personalised support service, built for residents facing health conditions, disability, loneliness or major life changes who just need somewhere to start.

You're paired with an occupational therapist who builds a plan around YOU, at your pace, delivered by Sport For Confidence with Everyone Active and ActiveWestminster.

📍Little Venice Sports Centre
📍Moberly Sports Centre
📍Queen Mother Sports Centre

Here's the truth: fitness is rarely the real barrier. Confidence is. Not knowing where to begin is. SfC Connect exists to bridge that gap.

Take your first step by clicking on the link in the comments. 👇🏼

26/08/2026

Skills that could geuinely save a life - and they're FREE to learn this August and September.

Stay Safe, Stay Creative, in partnership with Street Doctors, Westminster Community Hubs, City of Westminster and Xola, is running FREE Knife Would First Aid Training for residents and practitioners in Westminster's South wards.

You'll build hands on confidence in managing sever bleeding and CPR, and take part in discussions on Community Safety Champions and keepign our communities safe. Everyone who completes the training gets a certificate of achievment.

🗓️ Saturdays in August and September 2026
🕛 12-3:00pm
📍 Rampayne Community Hub, Rampayne Street, London SW1V 2PU

Spaces are limited, so make sure you sign up soon. Scan the QR code on the flyer or email [email protected] to register.

These are the kind of skills that nobody wants to need, but everybody should have.

26/08/2026

Make sure you keep an eye on the forecast ☔️

Yellow thunderstorm warning

A yellow Met Office warning for thunderstorms is in place on Wednesday 26 August from 3am to 10pm.

Find advice and support during stormy weather: https://www.westminster.gov.uk/advice-and-support-during-and-after-storm

25/08/2026

Seven years of pure joy on the dance floor, and this year Dance Westminster is going to even better! 🕺🏽🪩💃🏿

Whether you live to dance, or have never danced before, this invitation is for everybody. Turn up to a FREE heat, learn a routine with professional instructors, then audition if you are feeling brave - perform what you have learnt, or show us your own!

🗓️ Three FREE heats running throughout October
🌟 10 finalists selected, each paired with a professional dancer
🥳 A spectacular Grand Final at Porchester Hall, Tuesday 1 December

Standing, seated, however works best for yout - carers and support workers are welcome too.

Not dancing? Come along & show your support, and be part of picking the People's Champion.

Register for a heat or grab your free ticket to the final via the link in the comments ⬇️

24/08/2026

The pitches at Paddington Recreation Ground are ready! Are you? 👀

Unity in the Community - Westminster's biggest FREE youth football event is back on 5-6 September at Paddington Recreation Ground, and honestly, it's one of the best days of the year.

⚽️ Mixed-gender tournament for all abilities
👧🏼 Girls only football festival, packed with friendly matches and top coaching, supported by United Dragons FC.

Don't miss out! Sign up now, and tag friend, teammate or your whole five-a-side crew so nobody misses out.

Claim your spot at the link in the comments.

See you on the pitch! 🤩