About Active Charnwood

Active Charnwood are responsible for delivering a wide range of sport, physical activity, health and wellbeing programmes, and activities to a the 189,000 residents that live within the borough.

Specifically, the team leads and delivers services, programmes and activities that enable the residents of Charnwood to be physically and mentally active and to play an active role in their communities, with a particular focus on groups who face the greatest barriers to participation and inequalities.

Click the 'Get Active' heading to see the programmes we offer, or click 'Active Referral' and fill out our short contact form and we will provide you with personalised advice on how to become more physically active.


Hear from Physical Activity and Wellbeing Development Officer Sam Balram and Active Ageing Instructor Helen Danson, about some of the work we are doing in sheltered accommodation to educate and advocate for the benefits of physical activity.


  • Active Referral

    Active Referral

    We understand that how you feel can change from day to day and sometimes that can make moving more feel like a challenge.

    It may be that being active has seemed like a big commitment or something that didn't feel like it was for you. That's perfectly okay. The truth is that you can start small and build up. Ultimately, being active is about finding what works for you.

    If you'd like to receive personalised support to move more, you are in the right place.

    Click read more to find out how we can support you to become more physically active.

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  • Become a Let's Get Moving Champion

    Become a Let's Get Moving Champion

    Do you have an inspiring story to tell, and want to encourage other members of your community to be active?

    We are looking for local Charnwood residents to become Let's Get Moving Champions, to help inspire their neighbours and communities to move more each day and incorporate physical activity into their daily lifestyle.

    Whether you walk the dog, go on family bike rides, walk the kids to and from school, enjoy a bit of gardening, or even run marathons, we want to hear all about your journey with physical activity, what being active means to you, and why other people should start being active!

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  • Get Active Search Engine

    Get Active Search Engine

    We are here to help you find a range of physical activity, sport and wellbeing opportunities across Charnwood. The Get Active Search Engine enables you to find local parks/open spaces, clubs, community groups and their activity sessions near you.

    If you are a local club, group, organisation or venue and wish to promote your activities, please reach out to us for further support and how to get started.

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  • Young People Physical Activity & Sport Hardship Fund Re-opens for Applications

    Young People Physical Activity & Sport Hardship Fund Re-opens for Applications

    Round 2 of the Young People Physical Activity & Sport Hardship Fund 2024/25 has opened for applications.

    The fund is aimed at helping young people overcome financial constraints affecting their continued involvement in physical activity and sport as a participant, official, coach, volunteer or talented sportsperson.

    To be eligible for the funding, young people should be aged 21 years or under on 31 March 2025, or up to the age of 25 for young people with special educational needs and disability (SEND) and must live in Leicestershire, Leicester or Rutland (i.e. pay council tax here).

    The deadline for applications is Sunday 2nd March.

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  • Let's Get Moving for Less

    Let's Get Moving for Less

    Do you want to move more in 2025?

    We know cost can be a barrier to becoming more physically active which is why Active Together have compiled a list of activities in Charnwood that are free or less than £5!

    These include:

    Walking groups, Boxercise, Seated activity, Yoga, Social Sport, And more!

    If you would like any more information about these sessions, please reach out to us on 01509 643 673 or drop us an email at active.charnwood.gov.uk

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