Voluntary and community

Brackenbed Park has been given a new lease of life, and the community came together to celebrate in style. Thanks to recent improvements...

St Matthew’s Church in Rastrick is not just a place of worship – it’s a growing hub for community connection and wellbeing. With support from Active Calderdale, the church has launched new Pilates and indoor kurling & bowls sessions at its Parish Centre – a welcoming and accessible space familiar to regulars and now open to the wider community.

At Active Calderdale, we're proud to support organisations like Dad Matters, who are transforming the perinatal journey for fathers by building stronger, more supported communities. One of the innovative ways they do this is through their Walk n Talk programme - a simple yet powerful concept: dads connecting with dads through walking.

Mixenden Reservoir has long been a cherished part of North Halifax—a scenic retreat for water sports and walkers alike. But beyond its shimmering waters lies something quietly magical: a network of woodland paths waiting to be explored.

On May 21st, Active Calderdale proudly hosted the ‘Maintaining the Momentum’ event at Mixenden Activity Centre, bringing together passionate stakeholders from across North Halifax. The day was a celebration of collaboration in action, where local partners showcased how working together has aligned projects, unlocked new opportunities, and empowered communities through sustainable, meaningful change. "Very good opportunity to network, share ideas and to engage with other like

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