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Move County Durham We want to make sure that everyone, can move more as part of their everyday life. Move County Durham is a Durham County Council programme.

If you’d like to move more, get out and about, enjoy the outdoors, improve your mental health and wellbeing or make some new friends then why not try a Move activity or programme. Taking place across the County, there’s everything from a craft group and seated exercise class to swimming and an outdoor walk.

If you’re looking for something to do with the kids in November, there are a few different things happening across the c...
18/10/2026

If you’re looking for something to do with the kids in November, there are a few different things happening across the county as part of he thrives.

From family swims, bowling and soft play to TAG Active circuits, gym introductions and dads’ walks, there are opportunities to spend some time together.

Some activities run throughout November, while others take place on specific dates.

Find out what’s happening and see the full list of activities:
https://thriveleisure.co.uk/index.php/activities/he-thrives/

Know a dad, grandad or family who might be interested? Tag them below 👇

Unfortunately due to planned work in the Sports Hall at Spennymoor Leisure Centre the following sessions will not take p...
18/10/2026

Unfortunately due to planned work in the Sports Hall at Spennymoor Leisure Centre the following sessions will not take place:

Monday 19th October:
Walking Netball at 1:30pm

Wednesday 21st October:
Walking Cricket at 11:30am
Disability Football at 1pm

Thursday 22nd October:
Table Tennis at 10am

Friday 23rd October:
Pickleball at 10am

We apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused you, all activities are planned to return on Monday 26th October.

We sing which is hosted at the Four Clocks Bishop Auckland won't take place on Wednesday 28th October 2026 the sessions ...
18/10/2026

We sing which is hosted at the Four Clocks Bishop Auckland won't take place on Wednesday 28th October 2026 the sessions will be back to normal the following week. Please accept our apologises for the inconvenience

Unfortunately tomorrows walk at Abbey Leisure Centre at 10:30am has been cancelled. We apologise for any inconvenience t...
18/10/2026

Unfortunately tomorrows walk at Abbey Leisure Centre at 10:30am has been cancelled. We apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused you.

Fancy trying something this November?As part of he thrives, there are free taster sessions and other opportunities for m...
16/10/2026

Fancy trying something this November?
As part of he thrives, there are free taster sessions and other opportunities for men across County Durham to give a sport or activity a go.
A few to look out for include:
🏸 Squash — with Consett Squash Club, Saturday 7 and 14 November
🏓 Pickleball — The Louisa Centre, Saturday 7 November
🎳 Indoor bowls — Durham Indoor Bowling Club, Sunday 8, 22 and 29 November
⛳ Balls & Brew golf — Cocken Lodge Driving Range Golf Course, Tuesday evenings
🚣 Rowing — indoor and on-water opportunities with Lambton Rowing club
Some activities have limited spaces and need booking in advance, so check the details before attending.
Find dates, locations and booking information for these and other activities here:
https://thriveleisure.co.uk/index.php/activities/he-thrives/
Know someone who might fancy giving one a go? Please share this post or tag them below.

There are lots of different ways to thrive.It might be finding an activity you enjoy, getting outdoors, joining a club, ...
15/10/2026

There are lots of different ways to thrive.

It might be finding an activity you enjoy, getting outdoors, joining a club, spending time with family or meeting people who share your interests.

This November, he thrives is highlighting activities and opportunities for men across County Durham, from walking cricket and boxing to rowing, golf, table tennis and much more.

There are also opportunities to spend time with the kids, take part in wellbeing activities and find out more about looking after your health.

All sessions are free to attend, some need booking, and there are options for different interests and abilities.

Take a look at what’s happening and find an opportunity that suits you.

Find the full programme, dates and booking details here:
https://thriveleisure.co.uk/index.php/activities/he-thrives/

Know a man who might be interested? Please share this with him.

Today we had the pleasure of celebrating Sue’s 70th birthday. Sue comes to a couple of different move sessions in Shildo...
13/10/2026

Today we had the pleasure of celebrating Sue’s 70th birthday. Sue comes to a couple of different move sessions in Shildon, Bishop and Coundon and friends she has made over the years from the group came along to help her celebrate 🥳

“It’s not for me.”That was Kevin’s first reaction when his grandson Charlie suggested he give walking cricket a go.Charl...
13/10/2026

“It’s not for me.”

That was Kevin’s first reaction when his grandson Charlie suggested he give walking cricket a go.

Charlie kept pestering him.

Six months later, Kevin is still turning up every Friday morning at The Louisa Centre in Stanley.

He enjoys keeping active, meeting new people and having something to look forward to each week. And even when Charlie can't make it, Kevin still goes along.

His advice?

“Just give the session a go – nothing’s lost if it’s not for you.”

Kevin’s experience is a great example of what can happen when you give something a go.

Through he thrives, we’ll be sharing stories like Kevin’s and highlighting opportunities for men across County Durham to find ways to move that work for them.

If you know someone who always says “it’s not for me”, tag them below 👇

🏃‍♀️💬 That’s a wrap on Week! ❤️What a fantastic week it’s been! We’ve loved seeing so many of our running getting invo...
11/10/2026

🏃‍♀️💬 That’s a wrap on Week! ❤️

What a fantastic week it’s been! We’ve loved seeing so many of our running getting involved, getting active and, most importantly, making time to run, walk and talk together.

A huge thank you to all of our amazing participants for getting involved and helping create such a positive and supportive atmosphere. 👏

And a special thank you to all of our fantastic volunteers and run leaders for giving their time, encouragement and support to help make these sessions happen. 🙌

We’ve put together some of our favourite photos from the week to celebrate everyone who took part. 📸

Remember, you don’t always need to have the perfect words, sometimes a walk, a run and a friendly chat can make all the difference. ❤️

Thank you for helping us make Week such a success! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️💬

World Mental Health Day takes place every year on 10th October. It’s a reminder of the importance of good mental health ...
10/10/2026

World Mental Health Day takes place every year on 10th October.

It’s a reminder of the importance of good mental health and the need to prioritise and invest in good mental health.

For 2026, the theme set by the World Federation for Mental Health is in Lived experiences heard: Real voices, real change.

For more information go to https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/

Or why not go to www.thriveleisure.co.uk and find an activity taking place near you to join in with.

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