Voluntary and community

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.

When St. Augustine’s Charity provided me with a bike, it transformed my daily life.

In Ovenden, boxing is about fitness, friendships, and futures.

Teachers shape a welcoming, active space for all ages.

Residents lead the transformation of a once-forgotten space.

At Unique Community Hub, we are thrilled to share the latest updates on our transformative projects that aim to foster inclusion, promote ph

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

At Light Up Black and African Heritage Calderdale (Light Up BAHC), the mission is clear: to help members of the Black, African, and Caribbea

In early 2023, as part of the Active Calderdale community led approach community panels were established in priority neighbourhoods in Calde

Cornholme Running Wild was created by a small group of local women passionate about getting active in nature and sharing that experience wit

Limelight Theatre School has long been a cherished fixture in Calderdale, supporting aspiring performers in bringing theatre to life.

St Peter’s Community Centre in Sowerby has been buzzing with activity, thanks to subsidised community classes organised by Grass Roots CIC.

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 res

Litterfree Sowerby Bridge (LFSB) is a group of dedicated residents determined to keep their streets clean and inspire others to care for the

When Cindy’s weekly line dancing classes at Sowerby Bridge Leisure Centre came to a halt with the Covid pandemic, she didn’t know what the f

Mixenden was a throng of excitement on Saturday, 21st September, as hundreds of residents came together to celebrate the grand opening of tw

Ever since Emma Carter, Active Calderdale’s Community Project Manager, began working in Cornholme and Portsmouth in May 2023, the local buzz

Within Active Calderdale’s work we look to encourage more Calderdale residents to use their parks and green spaces.

A stunning Paxton park reimagined for active living today.

Memory Lane Café, a vibrant community-focused and volunteer-led charity in Sowerby Bridge, has introduced gentle exercise sessions to their