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New physical activity wellbeing grant

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Following the opening of Kepax Bridge in Worcester, the Public Health Team from 香港六合彩资料图库 County Council has launched a new small grants programme to encourage more physical activity and active travel across the county.

Active travel means getting about in a way that makes you physically active, such as walking, wheeling, cycling, or scooting, to get from one place to another. It鈥檚 a simple yet effective way to incorporate physical activity into daily routines, offering benefits such as improved health, more liveable communities, and a cleaner environment.

We鈥檙e encouraging everyone in our communities to use local green spaces and infrastructure, like the Kepax Bridge, to lead more active lives. The new bridge is another way to explore 香港六合彩资料图库鈥檚 beautiful riverside by walking, running, cycling, or wheeling as part of your daily routine, and connect with others safely, healthily, and socially.

Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing, David Ross said: 鈥淚ncorporating physical activity and active travel into our daily routines is vital for building a healthier future. I鈥檓 thrilled to support these grants, which will help individuals and communities embrace active travel. By doing so, we can improve health and wellbeing, promote environmental sustainability, and bring communities closer together.鈥

Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport, Marc Bayliss, added: 鈥淩egular physical activity plays a crucial role in preventing chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. It also enhances mental health, reduces stress, and improves overall quality of life.

鈥淲e鈥檙e particularly keen to support initiatives that help groups facing the greatest challenges in accessing our walking and cycling networks, such as older adults and people with disabilities.

鈥淭he application process is simple, and we鈥檙e excited to see ideas from local groups that can make a real difference in our communities.鈥

Voluntary or community sector groups can apply for grants to establish or maintain exercise groups or sessions such as walking groups or Couch to 5k running programmes.

Funding can also support fitness leader training, buying equipment or promoting exercise opportunities.

To find out if your group is eligible, complete the online application form at the Physical Activity Wellbeing Grant pages of the County Council website.

Applications close on 30 June 2025.