Getting Stratford District Active

Stratford-on-Avon District Council has been awarded £155,600 from Sport England West Midlands through the Community Investment Fund (CIF) to support leisure activities for older adults living in the District.

This grant will be used to deliver an extensive programme of Walks, Green Exercise and Replay 50+ sessions; specifically targeting women and the over 55's.

The census data has identified that the District has an ageing population; almost 50% of the population is over 45 years, with only 18.3% under 16 years old.

The activity programmes will be delivered in the four market towns and other major settlements across the District. "The District Council is the first authority in the West Midlands to have secured funding from Sport England through the CIF programme" says Councillor Chris Williams, Portfolio Holder for Community Services.

"I believe that sport and active recreation can improve and change people's lives for the better".

Further information will be available when the programmes of events and officers have been appointed.