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Activating People's Park
During community consultations, residents said they wanted more fun and engaging activities in the park.
Active Calderdale
Jun 122 min read
Myrtle Park: A Community-Led Transformation
Driven by a passion for community wellbeing, the group set out to reimagine Myrtle Park as a safe, attractive, and inclusive space
Active Calderdale
Jun 34 min read
St Augustine's Update Spring 2025
For the past four years, Active Calderdale has been working closely with St Augustine’s Centre to make physical activity more accessible to some of the most marginalised members of the Calderdale community.
Active Calderdale
May 283 min read
Creating an Active Brackenbed Park
Through community engagement, Brackenbed Park emerged as a location with potential for a valued resource.
Active Calderdale
May 124 min read
£5K Active Travel Grants
West Yorkshire grants available to energise community walking, wheeling, and cycling.
Active Calderdale
Apr 162 min read
Get Off The Streets And Into The Club
Social Action at Beechwood Park helps young people join Halifax Boxing Club.
Active Calderdale
Feb 62 min read
Sowerby Bridge Snails - When we move, we're stronger!
This welcoming running club is all about friendship, not finish lines.
Active Calderdale
Dec 20, 20243 min read
Calderdale Leisure Services: Building a Better Future for Everyone
Big upgrades are making it easier for everyone to get active.
Active Calderdale
Dec 19, 20243 min read
Sowerby Bridge Walkers & Ramblers
Nestled in the heart of Calderdale, Sowerby Walkers & Ramblers is more than just a walking group.
Active Calderdale
Dec 3, 20243 min read
Beechwood Park Revitalised Through Youth-Led Social Action Programme
This summer, Active Calderdale teamed up with North Halifax Partnership, Newground Together, and Holmfield Bowling Club for an inspiring six
Active Calderdale
Nov 20, 20243 min read
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
Managing Health Conditions with Active-Eat
Friendly group and 1:1 sessions help residents stay well.
Active Calderdale
Nov 13, 20242 min read
Building our capacity and capability to create active healthy environments
Over the past 18 months, we have made great strides in improving our practices and processes in support of creating environments that will m
Active Calderdale
Oct 16, 20242 min read
Active Parks Update
Active Parks is driving system change by adopting a collaborative, community-led approach to improving parks and green spaces.
Active Calderdale
Oct 16, 20242 min read
Light Up BAHC: Olayinka's Story
Continuing from our recent blog on Light Up BACH, we’re diving deeper into the direct impact of integrating physical activity into their pro
Active Calderdale
Oct 10, 20242 min read
Light Up BAHC: Francis' Story
Continuing from our recent blog on Light Up BACH, we’re diving deeper into the direct impact of integrating physical activity into their pro
Active Calderdale
Oct 10, 20243 min read
Light Up BAHC: Aisha's Story
Aisha shares how movement brought confidence and connection.
Active Calderdale
Oct 10, 20242 min read
The Story of Mixenden Urban Park
Residents lead the transformation of a once-forgotten space.
Active Calderdale
Oct 4, 20246 min read
Unique Hub: Foster Inclusion With Diverse Offer
At Unique Community Hub, we are thrilled to share the latest updates on our transformative projects that aim to foster inclusion, promote ph
Active Calderdale
Oct 4, 20244 min read
M-PWR All Girls Club: Empowering Teen Girls in Ovenden
The M-PWR All Girls Club has been a great success in Ovenden, with 30 teenage girls attending the fully booked programme over three days in
Active Calderdale
Oct 4, 20243 min read
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