Active Derbyshire

14/10/2026

Introducing Jane Laughton, Jane is a qualified accountant with extensive experience across the NHS and the voluntary sector, and is a former Chief Executive of Healthwatch Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

Her expertise spans charity governance, strategy development, public engagement, and partnership working.

Jane is passionate about making sure the voices of patients and the public are heard. She sits on the National Committee for Healthwatch England, which champions those voices in the NHS and care system.

To see a full list of our board members, visit: https://makingourmove.org.uk/about/active-partners-trust/

13/10/2026

There's still time to apply for the Stronger Clubs Initiative!

Applications close 20 October.

Successful organisations will receive:
✅ Up to £1,000 support
✅ Six months of tailored guidance
✅ Access to resources and training
✅ Support to strengthen safeguarding, inclusion and wellbeing

Don't miss this opportunity to invest in the future of your club.

Apply now:https://makingourmove.org.uk/stronger-clubs-initiative/

06/10/2026

If you could improve ONE thing about your club, what would it be?

💡 Better support for young people?
💡 More diverse participation?
💡 Greater inclusion?
💡 Stronger club culture?
💡 More opportunities for volunteers?

The Stronger Clubs Initiative could help bring those ideas to life through funding, support and access to expertise.

Find out more: https://makingourmove.org.uk/stronger-clubs-initiative/

02/10/2026

So much to get involved during the week in Clay Cross

🌟 Looking for something to do in Clay Cross? 🌟

Check out the updated "What's On" Guide for Clay Cross Social Centre

Packed with regular weekly and monthly activities, it's your chance to get active, make friends, discover new interests and become part of a welcoming local community.

From wellbeing activities and social groups to creative sessions and community events, there's plenty to get involved in.

📅 Check out what's on and join in!

30/09/2026

Big changes are coming to DBS eligibility in sport. Do you know how they might affect your club?

Join our free webinar on 13 October 7-8pm to learn more about changes to DBS legislation and what they mean for coaches and others working with children in regulated activity. This is part of the East Midlands Sport Welfare Forum offer, ran jointly by Active Notts, Active Derbyshire, Active Lincolnshire, Active Together and Northamptonshire Sport.

Whether you're a welfare officer, coach, volunteer coordinator or committee member, this session will help you understand what's changing and what actions your club may need to take.

Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=RB5x6G2-iUOptW0WJtCuV92Lh2_b5SRKprxdCQZkwoZUNldGVDU5TklMWjE4VjhNTlpWTlZZSDJCUyQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl

28/09/2026

Reminder: Parental Sideline Behaviour Webinar this Wednesday!

Join us this Wednesday for a FREE workshop exploring how parents and spectators can influence children's enjoyment, confidence and long-term relationship with sport and physical activity.

📅 Wednesday 30 September
⏰ 6pm to 7pm

Register now: https://makingourmove.org.uk/event/paid-event-template-2-copy-2/

28/09/2026

Are you involved in a sports club?

Join our next East Midlands Sports Welfare Officer Network Drop In & Connect Session on 8 October 7-8pm

Meet others from the East Midlands, share ideas, discuss challenges and learn from each other

Open to coaches, volunteers, welfare officers and club leaders

Register via the link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=RB5x6G2-iUOptW0WJtCuV92Lh2_b5SRKprxdCQZkwoZUNldGVDU5TklMWjE4VjhNTlpWTlZZSDJCUyQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl

28/09/2026

It's not just trophies.

It's the young person who feels they belong. It's the volunteer who feels supported. It's the parent who feels welcome. It's the participant who keeps coming back.

Find out how the Stronger Clubs Initiative could help your organisation create an even better experience for your community.

Register for an information session or apply today https://makingourmove.org.uk/stronger-clubs-initiative/

22/09/2026

Today was the perfect weather for walking a part of the with Rhubarb Farm as part of The Big Bolsover Week.

We met at Bolsover Woodlands Enterprise Ltd for refreshments and got to see the new benches that are about to go on the loop.

We hope you all get an opportunity this week to have a walk, wheel or cycle on the Bolsover Loop.

Bolsover UK Bolsover Community and Voluntary Service district council

17/09/2026

Most parents want to support their child in sport. But what does positive support actually look like from the sidelines?

Join our FREE webinar to explore how comments, encouragement and expectations can shape a child's experience of sport.

Whether you're a parent, coach or volunteer, you'll leave with practical tips to help create a positive sporting environment for every child.

Register now: https://makingourmove.org.uk/event/paid-event-template-2-copy-2/