Voluntary and community

Never more evident than in the case of Unity Street in Calderdale. Unity Street offers a home to some of our most marginalised and stigmatis

Following the success of this summer’s Rastrick Around the World Challenge, Active Calderdale, alongside local residents and organisations i

Week 8 Update - The 8-week battle saw a closer finish than expected, however, Team North have just edged home in dramatic fashion! Commisera

The Basement Project, with bases in Halifax and Todmorden, has become a vital lifeline for many people struggling with addiction across Cald

They've done it!! Our Rastrick Challengers have put in an amazing effort over the last two months, completing over 35 million steps and trav

Stepping into Spring walking group was created by a local mentor organisation, Hopeful Families. 

My name is Jilly aka Mamma Strider. I set up a women’s running group in Hebden Bridge just over 4 years ago, I had a year where every ultra

Active Calderdale have partnered with St Augustine's Centre, Halifax to enable their members to be healthier, happier, and more integrated i

I have a son, now 7 years old. I am the main carer and I take him out to ride his bike alongside other activities.

Back in 2020, we were introduced to the Kramblers in Calderdale, a group of walkers of mixed abilities from a range of backgrounds.

When we meet, can we move? Local resident and Active Champion Ella King spotted an opportunity to meet & move that fitted into her new daily

In June, we visited Ryburn United FC, where Age UK Calderdale and Kirklees have set up their very first walking football session for the peo

As part of our Meet and Move campaign, we’re delighted to bring you Angela’s physical activity story. Angela is a member of the CAFM team at

Conversations can be powerful, particularly when they come from people we know and trust.

When we meet, can we move? That’s the question that we are asking every organisation in Calderdale this summer.

The 'Mixy Marchers' are a ladies walking group, formed in Mixenden, North Halifax.

The Paddock is a newly built community garden sitting in the midst of three council estates in Ovenden (Rugby, Athol and Grove).

Active Calderdale have made a booklet available for anyone who needs a little extra help getting active at home.

The Running Aunties is a running and walking group aimed at women of colour.

On the 1st of February we held our first walking workshop.