The gym and fitness classes at the Sovereign Centre reopened on Saturday (July 25) with strict hygiene and safety measures in place. The centre was closed in mid-March under government guidance due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Work is underway to prepare to reopen the gala pool in September. Under social […]
Maria Caulfield MP joins volunteers at Pells Pool
Maria Caulfield MP joined fellow local residents to help prepare Pells Pool ahead of their reopening to the public. The Lewes MP joined other local volunteers to clear weeds from around the pool to ensure the area is clear and welcoming for the pool’s re-opening following the government mandated shutdown […]
Phase one of walking and cycling fund announced for Lewes District
Further to the published story on June 12th here is an update for the future plans for walkers and cyclists. A plan for the rapid implementation of infrastructure improvements for walkers and cyclists has been given a guarded welcome by Lewes District Council. The government emergency active travel fund was […]
Heart healthy diet
More healthy tips from the Heart Foundation, and perhaps not just for those with heart problems. Keeping to a healthy diet can only be good for all of us. Over seven million people in the UK are living with heart or circulatory disease. By eating a healthy diet, getting plenty […]
Lockdown Wheelchair Workouts with Ella
Ella Beaumont went looking for lockdown workout videos for wheelchair users, but she couldn’t find any – so she made her own.Ella, 25, who has been paralysed and in a wheelchair since birth, has now launched her own Wheelchair Workouts YouTube Channel to help anyone with an impairment stay fit and active […]
The Town Council urges people to use Seaford beach responsibly whilst there is no lifeguard cover.
Boating, swimming and other sea-based activities are now allowed once again in England under the new Government guidelines, but, now more than ever people need to respect the coastline. Swimming in the sea is now allowed as daily exercise in England along with paddle boarding, surfing, windsurfing, rowing, kayaking and […]
Healthy tip – Physical activity for older adults
Physical activity for older adults (aged 65+) while staying at home seems a good idea so here are some tips from Heart Research UK:- At a time when the population is being asked to stay at home, finding ways to keep active can be challenging. Regular physical activity is strongly […]
‘WE ARE UNDEFEATABLE’ CAMPAIGN SUPPORTS THE 43% OF PEOPLE LIVING WITH A HEALTH CONDITION IN ENGLAND TO REMAIN ACTIVE AMID CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC
· 43% of people in England live with at least one long standing health condition · Coronavirus can affect anyone, but people with pre-existing health problems and older people are thought to be at greater risk of developing severe symptoms · Small amounts of activity has shown to make a difference to overall […]
Last chance for Healthy Heart projects in the Meridian region to get up to £10,000 healthy heart funding
Community groups in the Meridian region have just two weeks left to apply for a regional grant of up to £10,000 to help local people look after their hearts. National charity Heart Research UK is urging groups to submit applications for the Heart Research UK and Subway® Healthy Heart Grant […]
£10,000 grant available for Healthy Heart projects for communities in the Meridian region
Community groups across the Meridian region that help local people look after their hearts can now apply for a regional grant up to £10,000, thanks to national charity Heart Research UK and the Subway® brand. The Heart Research UK and Subway® Healthy Heart Grant is available for new and innovative […]
Heart Research UK grant helping people living in Bognor Regis overcome obesity problems
A £9000 grant from national charity Heart Research UK to Obesity UK has been heralded a major success after helping Bognor Regis residents reduce their risk of heart disease. Obesity is one of the main preventable risk factors for coronary heart disease. Thanks to funding from the Heart Research UK […]
‘Burnt-out’ Britain Baffled by Tackling Exhaustion
This exhaustion is causing issues in our day-to-day relationships as more than half (51%) have argued with their partner, 32% have shouted at their kids and 23% have missed work Over a third (37%) admit they don’t know how to eat healthily, with a further 27% saying they’re confused about […]
06 Aug 2019 Get on your bike and stay safe in the saddle this summer
PEOPLE in East Sussex are being urged to get on their bikes and get fit this summer – and follow some simple tips to stay safe on the road. East Sussex County Council is backing Our Bikes Our Adventure, a campaign by national cycle training body The Bikeability Trust, which […]
WHY SPORTS 2019 CONFERENCE The Royal Society of Medicine, London 18th September 2019
NEW SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED! On the 18th September 2019 at The Royal Society of Medicine, Sport England Executive Directors will host a number of interactive workshops designed to improve your knowledge, skills and understanding across a number of core topics. Helping More Women and Girls to Become Active What we are […]
PARENTS UNAWARE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY CAN HELP CHILDREN DEVELOP SKILLS TO DEAL WITH LIFE’S CHALLENGES
Public Health England, Disney UK and Sport England launch national Change4Life 10 Minute Shake Up campaign to inspire children to get more active. A new survey from Change4Life and Disney UK has found that less than half of parents are aware that physical activity can build children’s self-confidence (49%), reduce […]
Take to two wheels and make a difference in Bike Week
PEOPLE across East Sussex are being urged to employ pedal power for their daily journeys as part of a national celebration of cycling. Bike Week runs from Saturday, June 8 to Sunday, June 16 2019, during which time residents are being urged to ditch the car and take to two […]
Parents urged to ditch the car during Walk to School week
PARENTS in East Sussex are being urged to play their part to reduce carbon emissions and cut congestion – by encouraging their child to walk to school. East Sussex County Council is backing national Walk to School Week, which runs all next week (May 20-24) and promotes the environmental and […]
Two Brand New Outdoor Table Tennis Tables at the Salts!
Seaford Town Council it pleased to announce that two new outdoor concrete table tennis tables have been delivered and installed at the Salts Recreation Ground next to the Salts Café in Seaford! This has been welcomed as another free activity available to all ages and abilities in the town. Bring […]
WHY SPORTS 2019 CONFERENCE The Royal Society of Medicine, London 18th September 2019
Since early 2016 the Sporting Future and Towards an Active Nation strategies have served as a catalyst to increase activity across the UK. Both documents called for the sector to immediately re-evaluate its approach, commitment and direction, in order to reverse the alarming trend of inactivity. Since their conception, the […]