BetterPoints Newham Challenge

The LBN Public Health team has partnered with BetterPoints to launch the BetterPoints Newham Challenge, a free app-based programme and website aimed at encouraging everyone living in Newham to walk, wheel, cycle or run more – and gain rewards while they do it!

Historically, Newham’s physical activity levels have been low. Walking and cycling for fun, or as part of a daily journey, is an easy way to introduce physical activity in everyday routines. Residents can download the BetterPoints app through their app store and register using their Newham postcode. Activity or journeys are automatically detected through the app once you start moving and the more journeys recorded, the more points and rewards received.

The BetterPoints Newham Challenge has been funded by Westfield East Bank Creative Futures Fund, and supported by Westfield Stratford City and Foundation for Future London. The rewards and campaigns from the challenge will also target improving air quality and health inequalities in Newham in a fun and engaging way. 

Those who work in Newham but live elsewhere can still take part using a referral code by contacting BetterPoints’ customer care team via [email protected] 

BetterPoints rewards can be spent at participating businesses in Newham, while also being redeemed for high street vouchers or donated to charity.  Help spread the word and for further details,visit:newham.betterpoints.uk/