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Over the past 18 months, we have made great strides in improving our practices and processes in support of creating environments that will make being active easy and attractive for our residents.

Following the adoption of our local plan, which sets out a strong policy framework to create active and healthy environments, we have been creating and implementing further documents,  processes, and ways of working to enable these policies to be implemented into practice.

Nestled in the heart of Park Ward, the Outback is more than just a community garden; it's a vital greenspace that offers a sanctuary for residents of all ages.

As part of the community-led investment in Mixenden, Active Calderdale has recently funded two walking trails: a History Hike and a Wild Walk. These trails, co-designed with the community, will be installed in the Hebble Brook woodlands by Summer 2024.

Nature Nurture CIC is a social enterprise focused on connecting communities with green spaces. They co-created the Hebble Brook walking trails with residents, incorporating their feedback into the design.

With the recent passing of another World Car-free Day, it seems the perfect time to reflect on some of the measures implemented across Calderdale to help reduce vehicle usage and promote active travel (walking, scooting, wheeling and biking). One such measure has been the introduction of Community Streets, which includes projects such as the School Streets initiative.

'We shape our buildings, thereafter they shape us' Sir Winston Churchill. 

Twice a year, Dr Alexandra Potts, our evaluation lead from Leeds Beckett University, reports back to Sport England on the learnings, progress, and challenges we have experienced over the previous six months in our bi-annual Process Evaluation Report.

This bi-annual milestone offers a point of reflection and an opportunity to help shape the next six months of Active Calderdale and the direction we take.