Looking for something for young people to do on a Friday evening? Street Sports sessions are back, offering free, informal activities for young people aged 11–17.

Delivered in partnership with Bolsover District Council and the Community Safety Partnership, these sessions provide a safe and positive space for young people to socialise, stay active and get involved.

The programme has already proved to be a great success, with around 60 young people regularly accessing the sessions across both locations.

Session details:

• South Street Rec, South Normanton Fridays, 5:45pm – 6:45pm
• Clune Street Skate Park, Clowne Fridays, 7:30pm – 8:30pm

Young people can simply turn up and take part in a range of activities, including:

• Football, basketball and cricket
• Music and pizza nights
• Group games and more

No booking is required – just turn up, chill out and get involved.

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The Active Communities programme continues to have a positive impact across Bolsover District, helping residents stay active, build confidence and form meaningful social connections.

One of the standout sessions is the Barlborough 50+ Activity Hub, which has quickly become a popular weekly session within the community. Since launching, attendance has grown week by week, with a strong group of regular participants now attending and building friendships – with many even meeting socially outside of the sessions.

Participants have highlighted a range of benefits from attending, including:

• Improved strength, coordination and balance through regular activity
• Increased energy levels, with some choosing to walk to sessions
• Greater confidence and improved social interaction
• Opportunities to develop cognitive skills through activities such as cards and dominoes

The sessions are also supporting individuals to build confidence and independence. One participant, who began attending earlier this year with support, initially found social interaction challenging. Through regular attendance and supported engagement in activities, they have grown significantly in confidence, now taking part more independently and engaging with others in the group. Their support worker has reported a clear and positive difference in their overall wellbeing and independence.

Residents across the District can access a wide range of inclusive and welcoming sessions locally:

Monday

• Clowne Mini Movers (0-4 years) – 11:00am–12:00pm Clowne Community Centre

Tuesday

• Blast Active – 10:30am–11:30am The Blast Centre, Shirebrook
• Glapwell Youth Club – 5:30pm–7:00pm Glapwell Centre

Wednesday

• Langwith Mini Movers (0-4 years) – 10:00am–11:00am Langwith & Whaley Centre

Thursday

• Barlborough 50+ Activity Hub – 10:00am–11:30am Barlborough Village Hall

Friday

• Doe Lea 50+ – 11:00am–12:00pm Doe Lea Centre

A new walking initiative in Tibshelf is helping residents become more active, improve their wellbeing and build confidence through simple, supported outdoor activity.

The walking project has been developed to support residents who may face barriers such as low confidence, social isolation or poor mental wellbeing, providing a welcoming and accessible way to get moving outdoors.

Using local countryside routes, the sessions focus on gentle, supported group walks that encourage people to reconnect with nature, improve their physical health and build social connections. Participants are supported at a pace that suits them, helping to build confidence and independence over time.

The project has already seen positive engagement, with an initial introductory walk around Tibshelf Ponds bringing participants together in a relaxed and supportive environment. The accessible route, including seating areas and links to wider trails, ensured that people of all abilities could take part comfortably.

Following the success of the first session, the group has progressed to longer walks, demonstrating increased confidence and willingness to stay active. The long-term aim is to support participants to continue organising their own walks independently, with opportunities for volunteer training and ongoing support where required.

The initiative highlights the benefits of local, inclusive activity, supporting improvements in physical health, mental wellbeing and social connection.

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Sport England's Movement Fund is open for applications and offers grants and crowdfunding pledges of £300 to £15,000 to help organisations create more opportunities for people to be physically active. The fund is specifically aimed at projects that help tackle inequalities and support people who face barriers to taking part in sport and physical activity.

The fund can support a wide range of projects, including:

• Launching new activity sessions or programmes.
• Purchasing equipment to increase participation.
• Improving or creating spaces where people can be active.
• Developing the skills and capacity of clubs and community organisations.
• Supporting recovery from events or emergencies that have impacted participation.

Sport England is particularly keen to support projects that engage groups who traditionally have fewer opportunities to be active, including older adults, people on low incomes, disabled people, those with long-term health conditions, women and girls, and culturally diverse communities.

Key information:

• Funding available: £300–£15,000
• Applications accepted all year round
• Projects can run for up to 12 months
• Apply at least 12 weeks before activity starts
• Decisions are usually made within 6–8 weeks

This funding could be an excellent opportunity for clubs looking to grow participation, improve facilities, purchase equipment, develop new programmes, or reach new audiences within the community.

If your club is considering an application and would like support with developing a project idea or funding bid, please get in touch with the Physical Activity & Sports Development Team. We are happy to discuss eligibility, project development and potential partnership opportunities.

Find out more and apply: