This category captures all the work that is being done to improve the health and wellbeing through leisure and sport.
Head over to one of our three leisure centres for a wide range of activities aimed at supporting and improving your health and wellbeing this summer. Those of you with young children can take advantage of Better Swim School and…
Get outside and get active this summer and take part in our six-week summer holiday challenge, starting on Monday 22 July to Sunday 1 September! For more information, please visit
Since April 2024, GLL, Newham’s new leisure provider has been coordinating Newham entries into the London Youth Games on behalf of Newham Council and in that time facilitated Newham’s participation at 24 events from a range of sports such as…
This spring, we can all make our borough a healthier, better place to live by simply downloading the BetterPoints app, joining the BetterPoints Newham Challenge and getting on the move. Walking or cycling for smaller trips can make a difference…
As you may have noticed, our leisure centres have seen some recent improvements. It’s been several weeks since GLL, operating under the Better brand, took over the management of the three sites. While there have been changes, residents can continue to…
Paul set up Newham Ability Camp after his son lost his sight 21 years ago – he wanted to give other people with disabilities the chance to participate in sport. Newham Ability Camp is a specialist disability multi-sports club, and…
Maddy works with sports clubs and schools to help people build their confidence around health, fitness and personal growth. On recovering from cancer treatment, she found light exercise a great way back into fitness. She has met so many people…
Bisi is passionate about making a difference in her local community. She works with residents who face additional barriers to getting active – such as older people, women, and people with long-term health conditions or mental health issues. She is…
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…
