The places theme of the strategy reflects the work happening to make Newham a people-friendly, healthy environment where people can thrive.
The National Tennis Association is also on the hunt for an enthusiastic volunteer to run weekly tennis sessions held at various parks around Newham on a Saturday or Sunday morning. The chosen volunteer(s) will receive FREE coach training from the…
Experience the joy of tennis at any of the 9 high quality parks managed by the National Tennis Association, offering top-notch tennis facilities all year round. Our services include court bookings, annual passes, holiday camps, open days, and weekly professional…
Have you heard of Play Streets? A Play Street is when a street is temporarily closed to through traffic for 3-5 hours, so that children can play safely outside, adults can meet with their neighbours and everyone can enjoy a…
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…
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…
We are delighted to announce the 50 steps strategy launch. Newham Council staff, partners, and residents recently celebrated the launch of the 50 Steps to a Healthier Newham (2024-2027) strategy at an event held at the University of East London’s Docklands…
The London borough of Newham Public Health Team are delighted to share our newly updated ‘5 Ways to a Healthier Life’ information booklet from Well Newham, in partnership with the NHS. The 5 Ways to a Healthier Life booklet contains…
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…
