Following the success of the charity walk in 2011, the local British Heart Foundation group with support from the borough council and Friends Groups, is organising the fifth sponsored charity walk in aid of the British Heart Foundation on Sunday 15 April. Continue Reading
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Tags: British Heart Foundation, Charity, Community, Healthy lifestyle
British Heart Foundation Morrisons to Sandsfoot Great Parks Charity Walk
Posted on 03 April 2012 by Weymouth & Portland Borough Council
Tags: Children, Dorset Countryside, Environment, Healthy lifestyle, Leisure, Recreation, Tourism, Young people
Eggcelent outdoor fun this Easter
Posted on 30 March 2012 by Dorset County Council
Rangers at Avon Heath Country Park are sending children searching for wholesome Easter
entertainment with egg hunts and trails.
Tags: Adult social care, Healthy lifestyle, Services
SAILing throughout Dorset
Posted on 21 February 2012 by Dorset County Council
Safe and Independent Living (SAIL) assessments are being undertaken through a road show travelling throughout the area during February and March.
Tags: Adult social care, Consultation, Healthy lifestyle
New Health Community strategy unveiled
Posted on 09 February 2012 by Dorset County Council
Dorset residents are being asked for their opinions on a new strategy that outlines plans for health and social care services across Dorset.
Tags: Healthy lifestyle, Leisure, Libraries
Celebrate National Library Day
Posted on 02 February 2012 by Dorset County Council
Celebrate National Libraries Day on Saturday 4 February by visiting your local library and discover books, DVDs, online resources, events and activities for all the family.
Tags: Cycling, Environment, Healthy lifestyle, Highways, Recreation, Sustainability, Transport, Walking, Weymouth
Newstead Road closed for bridge installation
Posted on 31 January 2012 by Dorset County Council
The new pedestrian and cycle bridge over Newstead Road, Weymouth, will be installed one week later than planned.
Tags: Fitness, Healthy lifestyle, Leisure, Sport
Fitness fees frozen
Posted on 26 January 2012 by Purbeck District Council
Recognising the financial difficulties faced by local people, Purbeck District Council won’t be increasing most of Purbeck Sports Centre’s fees in 2012. Continue Reading
Tags: Consultation, Cycling, Healthy lifestyle, Highways, Tourism, Weymouth
Route to ferry terminal could put Weymouth on European cycle touring map
Posted on 18 January 2012 by Dorset County Council
European cyclists will be encouraged to tour Dorset as part of a cross Channel route if Dorset County Council goes ahead with improvements.
Tags: Adult social care, Healthy lifestyle, Winter weather
Emergency heating help for vulnerable people this winter
Posted on 07 December 2011 by Dorset County Council
Vulnerable members of the Dorset population will be helped to heat their homes thanks to a new ‘Surviving the Winter – Heater Loan Project’. Continue Reading
Tags: Adult social care, Healthy lifestyle, Mental health
Conference puts spotlight on mental health issues in Dorset
Posted on 01 November 2011 by Dorset County Council
A recent conference to highlight mental health issues in Dorset was hailed a success.
Tags: active, Family, Healthy lifestyle, Sports, Sports Centre
£1 sports and free membership in Purbeck
Posted on 06 October 2011 by Purbeck District Council
Purbeck Sports Centre is hosting a budget-busting family weekend on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 October.
Tags: Adult social care, Dorset County Council, Healthy lifestyle
Eat Well – Stay Healthy
Posted on 13 September 2011 by Dorset County Council
As the Hairy Bikers turn their attention to promote healthy eating for older people, Dorset County Council has been working to provide more opportunities for access to food and nutrition for older people across the county.
Tags: Development, Dorchester, Healthy lifestyle, Leisure, Recreation, Sport
Historic funding boost for new pool
Posted on 08 September 2011 by West Dorset District Council
Dorchester Swimming Bath Trustees have donated £72,000 towards the building of the new Dorchester Sports Centre. Continue Reading
Tags: Adult social care, Christchurch, Healthy lifestyle
High praise for allotment project in Christchurch
Posted on 31 August 2011 by Dorset County Council
A community garden helping to boost the confidence of people with learning disabilities, known as ‘the Juniper Garden Crew’, has earned high praise from Christchurch Borough Council.
Tags: Community, Family, Healthy lifestyle, Sport
A festival of fun at Purbeck Sports Centre
Posted on 02 August 2011 by Purbeck District Council
On Sunday 7 August, families will be able to enjoy a day of fun and sports and a barbecue at Purbeck Sports Centre in Worgret Road, Wareham. Continue Reading
Tags: Cycling, East Dorset, Healthy lifestyle, Sustainability, Walking
New East Dorset walking and cycling maps
Posted on 05 July 2011 by Dorset County Council
Free maps are now available showing where to walk and cycle in Ferndown, St Leonards and St Ives, West Moors, Wimborne and Verwood.
Tags: Healthy lifestyle, Leisure, Recreation, Thomas Hardye Leisure Centre
Come on the girls
Posted on 16 June 2011 by West Dorset District Council
Female football fans are being invited to take part in the first West Dorset football festival to celebrate the FIFA Women’s World Cup at Thomas Hardye Leisure Centre in Dorchester from 4pm to 6pm on Tuesday 28 June. Continue Reading
Tags: Healthy lifestyle, Leisure, Recreation
Get motivated with Sportivate
Posted on 15 June 2011 by West Dorset District Council
The West Dorset District Council has secured over £4,000 to deliver sport activities to young people aged 14 to 25. Continue Reading
Tags: Healthy lifestyle, Leisure
Walk leaders wanted
Posted on 02 June 2011 by West Dorset District Council
Bridport Health Walks and West Dorset District Council are asking people to become walk leaders to assist with the twice weekly walks which take place in Bridport. Continue Reading
Tags: Healthy lifestyle, Sustainability, Walking
Walk your way to a healthier lifestyle
Posted on 06 May 2011 by Dorset County Council
Dorset commuters are being encouraged to leave their cars at home during national Walk to Work Week (Monday 9 to Friday 13 May).
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