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We’re all Active Calderdale - and our case studies and helpful resources will help you find out more about what that means across our community. Meet our Active Champions and find tips to help you get started. When we move, we’re stronger.
News
Active Teams - Every move counts
Since March 2024, Active Teams , funded through Active Calderdale, have collaborated with the Personalised Long Term Support Team within...
Active Calderdale
Sep 303 min read
Beechwood Social Action Project
North Halifax Partnership (NHP) is a community-focused organisation based in Halifax, West Yorkshire, dedicated to improving local...
Active Calderdale
Sep 303 min read
Grassroots CIC - A year on
Grassroots CIC is a community interest company created to provide benefits to the Sowerby community. Located in the heart of the village at St Peter's Community Centre, it is ideally placed to support residents, many of whom face health inequalities, have few nearby amenities, and limited access to essential services and support.
Active Calderdale
Sep 183 min read
Campaigns
Discovering junior parkrun: A Path to Active Fun at People’s Park
Free, fun, and active—kids love running with junior parkrun.
Active Calderdale
Oct 4, 20242 min read
Active Parks Pilot - Shroggs Park
A new chapter in Calderdale’s vision for more active green spaces.
Active Calderdale
Sep 24, 20243 min read
Active Parks - The People's Park
A stunning Paxton park reimagined for active living today.
Active Calderdale
Sep 11, 20242 min read
People like me
Carolyn Scott – Volunteer to Mover and Shaker
Getting to know the community in Sowerby Bridge has brought Active Calderdale into contact with Carolyn Scott – a local resident...
Active Calderdale
Sep 114 min read
Glofit Gold Stories of Change
Glofit Gold in Rastrick is a dance class with a difference. Aimed at older adults and suitable for wheelchair users, it offers a low-impact way to enjoy movement to the uplifting beats of the 50s, 60s, and 70s.
Active Calderdale
Aug 46 min read
Mustafa's Story
When St. Augustine’s Charity provided me with a bike, it transformed my daily life.
Active Calderdale
May 201 min read
Schools & education
Calderdale Schools Cross Country
Pupils across Calderdale take part in autumn’s active tradition.
Active Calderdale
Feb 72 min read
Calderdale Healthy Schools Award
Schools celebrate success in supporting health and wellbeing.
Active Calderdale
Aug 2, 20244 min read
Diamond Award for New Road Primary
Sowerby Bridge school leads the way in health and activity.
Active Calderdale
Jan 18, 20242 min read
Health & Social Care
Active Teams - Every move counts
Since March 2024, Active Teams , funded through Active Calderdale, have collaborated with the Personalised Long Term Support Team within...
Active Calderdale
Sep 303 min read
Active Competition Inspires Family Support Services
Staff and families go head-to-head for the most active visits.
Active Calderdale
Nov 14, 20241 min read
Light Up BAHC: Aisha's Story
Aisha shares how movement brought confidence and connection.
Active Calderdale
Oct 10, 20242 min read
Workplaces
Active Teams - Every move counts
Since March 2024, Active Teams , funded through Active Calderdale, have collaborated with the Personalised Long Term Support Team within...
Active Calderdale
Sep 303 min read
Active Competition Inspires Family Support Services
Staff and families go head-to-head for the most active visits.
Active Calderdale
Nov 14, 20241 min read
Adult Social Care - Active Workplaces
Staff find new ways to stay active while supporting others.
Active Calderdale
Mar 27, 20242 min read
Voluntary & community
Beechwood Social Action Project
North Halifax Partnership (NHP) is a community-focused organisation based in Halifax, West Yorkshire, dedicated to improving local...
Active Calderdale
Sep 303 min read
Grassroots CIC - A year on
Grassroots CIC is a community interest company created to provide benefits to the Sowerby community. Located in the heart of the village at St Peter's Community Centre, it is ideally placed to support residents, many of whom face health inequalities, have few nearby amenities, and limited access to essential services and support.
Active Calderdale
Sep 183 min read
Solving the Rastrick Riddle
Back in April 2025, 13 local groups, organisations, and services came together through Active Rastrick and the We’re All Active...
Active Calderdale
Sep 152 min read
Active Inspiration
Exploring the past and present along Mixenden's interactive trails
In August 2024 the Wild Walk and History Hike were installed following various steps of co-design and co-production.
Active Calderdale
Nov 19, 20243 min read
Rastrick Around the World Challenge
It is amazing to see how many steps were taken in this challenge with over 35 million steps!
Active Calderdale
Jun 7, 20224 min read
Let’s make meetings more active!
Breaking up long periods of sitting still is hugely beneficial for our physical and mental health.
Active Calderdale
Apr 22, 20211 min read
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