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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

Creating Active Schools in Calderdale began with staff training in 12 Phase 1 Trailblazer schools in the Summer term of 2021.

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.

In April 2021, Active Calderdale launched the Creating Active Schools programme, an initiative designed to help children to become fitter an

In October 2019 the Active Calderdale team ran a number of educational workshops with individuals from different parts of the council to exp

As part of our work to embed physical activity within health and social care organisations across the borough, we’ve worked closely with the

Twice a year Dr Alexandra Potts, our Evaluation Lead from Leeds Beckett University, reports back to Sport England on the learnings, progress

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? That’s the question that we are asking every organisation in Calderdale this summer.

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

When we meet, can we move? Being active brings people together, which can be really beneficial for our mental health.

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.

Our “Meet & Move” campaign is all about finding ways to fit activity into everyday meetings and events.

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).