Our National Peer Learning Exchanges brought together over 200 different organisations. Hear from @britishcycling.org.uk on how they are working in a place based way to help get more people active.

"The experience reaffirmed my belief in how powerful mentoring can be." Read more about Chevanis Green's Leading the Movement mentoring experience: https://www.leadingthemovement.org/coaching-and-mentoring/chevanis-green/

Buddle’s latest blog highlights the work of the Melanoma Fund and the free training and resources available to you on year-round sun safety: https://buddle.co/community/news/keep-people-safe-sun

As we recognise World Autism Awareness day, it is important to raise awareness of the barriers and challenges faced which can impact on individuals participation within sport and physical activity. Practical steps you can take when working with different groups: https://bit.ly/4t8OVxq

Throughout March, Sport England's Place team held three National Peer Learning Exchanges across the country. The events saw over 350 attendees from 200 organisations coming together to connect, share and learn. Learn more about our place work: https://bit.ly/3Nu3BYQ

"The excitement of the day and its sense of history is huge, plus the Youth Boat Race aimed to bridge the gap between the on-water action and the young people watching from the bankside." Read the full blog: https://www.sportengland.org/blogs/riverbank-prime-time

Elevate your sport and physical activity content with our free, high‑quality images. 📸 Sign in to access the library, or sign up to access: https://www.sportengland.org/guidance-and-support/image-library/log

The newly opened Woolwich Waves is already making a real difference! Some of their users have been sharing how social prescribing has supported their health, confidence and overall wellbeing.

"Social prescribing is a personalised, community-based approach to health that focuses on ‘what matters to you’ rather than ‘what’s the matter with you’." Read the full blog: https://www.sportengland.org/blogs/making-movement-matter

The new We Are Undefeatable director, Jenny Box, explains what Sport England's funding extension means to the organisation, what's been achieved since the start of 2026 and what's to come. Read the full blog: https://www.sportengland.org/blogs/leading-next-phase-we-are-undefeatable

Build your community with growth and confidence! 💪 Reserve your free place at one of #Buddle's April workshops: https://buddle.co/learning-opportunities/book-workshop

@thisgirlcanuk.bsky.social and @ukactive.bsky.social have launched a new guide designed to help gyms and leisure centres create more welcoming, inclusive spaces for women and girls. 🤝 Learn more and access the guide: https://bit.ly/46IuFdw

"The Place Universal Offer is essential as it guarantees that every region in England is receiving some of this important funding to help everyone to be more active." - Andy Taylor, Chief Executive, @activepartnerships.bsky.social. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Nu3BYQ

"PUO is about identifying community leaders in priority areas who already understand their barriers and have trust within their own communities." Read more: https://www.sportengland.org/blogs/closer-problem-nearer-its-solution

We would like to express our congratulations to all of the Team GB and ParalympicsGB athletes on their success at the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games.

‘Let’s Move!’ from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport encourages families to build simple, fun movement into everyday routines, supporting children to reach the NHS recommended 60 minutes of physical activity a day. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4ltkoYG

Professor Sir Michael Marmot on why working in local places is important. Sport England uses a principle called Proportionate Universalism taken from the Marmot Review, led by Professor Sir Michael Marmot. This approach provides services to all - scaled according to individual or community need.

Jo Butterfield, Karen Aspey, Stewart Pimblett and Jason Kean have become the first English curlers to represent @paralympicsgb.bsky.social at a Winter Games - made possible through British Curling and Sport England’s inaugural investment in performance pathways for curling. https://bit.ly/3P6Jm43

Sport England and Mind are joining the Mental Health Foundation to host a free webinar - 'How to get involved in Mental Health Awareness Week 2026'. 📅 Thursday 19 March 2026 🕧 11:00am Sign up to watch live or have access to the recording: https://bit.ly/4rqVqdG

Active Essex and Mind in Essex have teamed up to highlight the amazing link between getting active and boosting your mental wellbeing. Learn more about Find Your Active: Move For Your Mind: www.activeessex.org/find-your-active

Join Sport England and the Royal Geographical Society for an upcoming webinar. 📖 Geography in practice: Active Places Power 📅 Tuesday 21 April 🕧 12:30-1:30 Learn more: https://www.rgs.org/events/upcoming-events/active-places-power

To recognise the £32 million raised every week for Good Causes by National Lottery players, Lottery‑funded venues across the UK are offering free entry, discounts and a range of special experiences from March 7th until March 15th. #ThanksToYou. Plan your visit now: https://bit.ly/3MaT2tf

This year’s International Women’s Day theme is #GiveToGain and we’re celebrating some of the amazing women in Leading The Movement who give their time, passion and energy to help other women grow every single day. Here’s to pushing for more this #IWD2026 : https://bit.ly/4uflI5r

Ahead of International Women’s Day, our Head of Campaign Activation for @thisgirlcanuk.bsky.social highlights our work with ukactive to keep gyms and leisure centres safe from harassment and intimidation for women and girls. Read more: https://www.sportengland.org/blogs/safer-spaces-move

@thisgirlcanuk.bsky.social and @ukactive.bsky.social have launched a new guide designed to help gyms and leisure centres create more welcoming, inclusive spaces for women and girls. 🤝 Learn more and access the guide: https://bit.ly/46IuFdw

The power of working together 🏋️ Ipsos has published the latest review of our System Partner programme, showcasing how each organisation is playing its part in this long‑term effort. Read more: https://www.sportengland.org/blogs/whos-who-system-partner-investment-universe

Joy, confidence and belonging for girls' PE! 🤸‍♀️ The Studio You impact report highlights the positive impact they have had in helping every girl find joy in PE throughout 2024-25. Read the full report: https://www.studio-you.co.uk/transforming-pe-for-girls-studio-yous-biggest-year-of-impact-yet

Considering how to stay active during or after pregnancy? 🤔 Your ‘I Wish I Knew’ questions will be front and centre in the upcoming Moving Through Motherhood webinar. 📅 12th March, 7-8pm Learn more: https://bit.ly/3OyUUwF

When we move, we thrive, both as individuals and as a nation! 🏃 The evidence has never been stronger.... being active delivers life-changing benefits at every age. Discover more about why movement matters: https://www.sportengland.org/about-us/uniting-movement/why-moving-matters

Buddle is offering free workshops designed especially for sports club organisers. We’ve got some great sessions coming up this March. Book and discover more workshops: https://buddle.co/learning-opportunities/book-workshop

Final reminder to join the Conversation on Physical Literacy & Positive Experiences in Sport 🌟 Next session: 🗓️ 26 February | 10:00 - 12:00 Sign up here: https://www.positiveexperiencescollective.org/joinus

‘Let’s Move!’ from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport uses real families as inspiration for how to stay active during the winter months, when parents expect their children's activity levels to dip. Learn more: https://www.nhs.uk/healthier-families/activities/?WT.mc_ID=short_Nov25

Biodiversity means a stronger, more resilient planet! 🌱 If you have your own outdoor space, or support an organisation that does, there’s lots you can do to support biodiversity. Learn more on #Buddle's biodiversity page: https://bit.ly/4s33Ybv

The @thisgirlcanuk.bsky.social - We Like the Way You Move toolkit is available for you to promote the campaign on your own channels. Together, we can make activity feel welcoming, inclusive and made for every woman. Access the toolkit: https://bit.ly/4kJQVJP

The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic are officially underway, with the Paralympics soon to come, and we’re proud to play a part in supporting the next generation of winter sport talent. Learn more about how Sport England is supporting the pathway to future Winter Games: https://bit.ly/3ZB74rc

The future of women’s and girls’ cricket is being shaped right now – and next month, anyone passionate about driving that progress can come together for one weekend with the England and Wales Cricket Board. 7–8 March, East Midlands Conference Centre, University of Nottingham https://bit.ly/4kQF7pa

Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) is a charity that works to prevent sudden cardiac deaths in young people aged 14-35 by raising awareness and offering vital clinical support through cardiac screenings. ❤️ There are lots of ways you can support CRY’s mission. Get involved! https://bit.ly/4anpphG

The #LeadingTheMovement leadership community connects sector leaders to collaborate, exchange insight, and challenge and inspire one another. If you’re passionate about shaping the future of sport and physical activity, you can learn more and sign up for the community here: https://bit.ly/4bY6uLr

Sport England announces a new-look structure and leadership team which is part of plans to maximise the organisation’s impact and effectiveness over the coming years. Read our full news story: https://bit.ly/468A5y9

The 2024-25 Active Lives Survey shows a clear link between being active and feeling happier. But it also highlights lower happiness in less active kids aged 7–11, especially for girls. Let’s keep #UnitingTheMovement to ensure every young person can enjoy the benefits of sport and activity. 🏃‍♀️

Whether it's dancing in the living room or walking in the park, there are lots of fun ways to get active with your little ones that can help their minds and bodies. #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek

Moving to Inclusion's new celebration space has been created to shine a light on the inspiring good-news stories that are happening across the sport and physical activity sector. Explore the Moving to Inclusion site: https://bit.ly/4tvxLey

National Lottery Open Week returns 7-15 March 2026! To thank players for raising £32m each week for Good Causes, Lottery‑funded venues are offering free entry, discounts and special experiences. #ThanksToYou Plan your visit now: https://bit.ly/3MaT2tf @lotterygoodcauses.bsky.social#ThanksToYou

Young Advisor roles open! StreetGames’ Children’s Coaching Collaborative is recruiting 15-18 year olds to help shape how young people experience community sport. Apply and learn more: https://www.streetgames.org/opportunities/ccc-young-advisor/

⏰ Reminder! The deadline to apply for the Sport for Climate Action and Reimagining Spaces for Sport & Play Challenges is Feb 17th! Youth-led initiatives in London can win up to £100k + expert guidance. Don’t miss out! Apply 👉 https://golondon.org.uk/open-innovation-challenges/

Have you used Buddle's tools or workshops to support your organisation? We want to hear your views! Join in and have a chance to win one of four £50 vouchers for your organisation: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/SEBuddle/

Join the Conversation on Physical Literacy & Positive Experiences in Sport 🌟 Next session: 🗓️ 26 February | 10:00 - 12:00 Sign up here: https://www.positiveexperiencescollective.org/joinus

Dr Guddi Singh, paediatrician, researcher and broadcaster, offers her perspective on why place matters and how our work in this area is shaping young people’s health and wellbeing. Read more: https://www.sportengland.org/blogs/what-kids-really-need

A charity using rowing to create opportunity and protect the Thames. Fulham Reach Boat Club is transforming access to the sport for underserved communities. Learn more about Fulham Reach Boat Club: https://bit.ly/4t9c6ZD

To meet the ambitions of #UnitingTheMovement, we’ve continued to expand our reach into local communities to help more people to be physically active by breaking down barriers. Here's the story of one of our Place Partners, Doncaster Moving 👇