Pleased to be at the House of Lords yesterday to celebrate the launch of Chance to Shine's Impact Report 🤩 A fantastic organisation doing incredible work inspiring young people through cricket 🏏

Delighted that Alliance CEO, Lisa Wainwright MBE, was invited to attend the Prime Minister's Downing Street reception on Monday celebrating grassroots sport 🙌 Lisa spoke to both the Prime Minister and Lisa Nandy MP about the huge and vital contribution of our members to grassroots sport.

Parliamentarians, National Governing Bodies and sector leaders came together in Westminster this week for the inaugural All-Sport All Party Parliamentary Group Reception, hosted by the APPG for Sport and Physical Activity 🤝 Find out more here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/parliam...

The amount of money reinvested in grassroots sport by major sports bodies as part of the Voluntary Code on Sports Broadcasting has risen year-on-year 📈 Last compliance year, this figure was a record £213.2m 👏 Find out more here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/campaigns-an...

The Sport and Recreation Alliance congratulates its members and Team GB for an incredibly successful Games in Milano-Cortina 🏅 Read reaction from the Alliance's CEO, Lisa Wainwright MBE, and Chair of the NGB Coalition Division, Ralph Rimmer OBE, here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/allianc...

We were at the #LetsDance! 2026 launch on Saturday at the Old Bailey in London 🤩 Delighted to support Angela Rippon CBE and the /Together Coalition on such a fantastic initiative! Looking forward to seeing the nation dance together on 8 March for Let's Dance! Day 🕺💃🪩

The first wave of speakers for #IWGGlobalSummit 2026 have been announced! 🤩 From CEOs to pioneers, these are the people shaping the future, with more announcements coming soon... Tickets are selling fast - don't miss out! 👇 events.mygameday.app/event/global... @iwgwomenandsport.bsky.social

Our CEO, Lisa Wainwright MBE, was the keynote speaker at today's Racing Together conference, delivering an address on volunteering, leadership and resilience 🙌 Great to have the opportunity to speak to plenty of members and sector leaders in person! 🤝

🤝 We're hiring! 🤝 We're seeking a Policy and Public Affairs Officer to help drive forward the work of the Alliance, building powerful relationships with our members and advocating for their priorities 🗣️ Find out more about the role and apply here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/career...

The careers section of our website contains plenty of fantastic opportunities from across the sport and recreation sector 🤩 If you're looking for a brand new role with one of our brilliant members, take a look today! 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/careers

ICYMI: Reconomics 3.0 was launched earlier this week in Parliament, highlighting the immense economic and social value of outdoor recreation to the UK 🚶🧗🚣⛺️ Find out more about the report and take a look at the findings in full here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/campaigns-an...

The Sport and Recreation Alliance has responded to yesterday's Government announcement on business rate relief, which confirmed further support for pubs and live music venues, but not for the sport and recreation sector. Read our full response here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/allianc...

📣 Reconomics 3.0 launched! 📣 The Alliance was delighted to launch the Reconomics 3.0 report in Parliament yesterday, outlining the immense economic, health and social value of outdoor recreation. Find out more 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/immense... 🧵 (1/2)

[email protected], Scottish Cycling and Beicio Cymru have called for £30 million of government investment to deliver over 250 new community-based facilities, following new research showing the success of the Places to Ride programme 🚴 Find out more 👇 www.britishcycling.org.uk/about/articl...

It is with immense sadness that the Sport and Recreation Alliance learned of Andy Sutch’s passing last week, and we send our deepest condolences to Andy’s family and friends. Our tribute to Andy can be found here: sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/andy-su...

Delighted to attend Inclusive Sportswear's Fix The Kit event yesterday in Parliament 😁 It was a great event, and brilliant to see so many Alliance members supporting Tess Howard's superb initiative 🙌 Find out more about Inclusive Sportswear here 👇 www.inclusivesportswear.com

🚨 Under a week left to apply for our NGB Executive Lead role! 🚨 We're looking for someone to help shape and drive our new strategy in relation to our fantastic NGB members, and it could be you! 😁 Find out more about the role and apply here 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/career...

Our latest research shows that 7 in 10 girls who watched Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 felt inspired to do more sport. And it’s not just girls who were inspired... 72% of boys also said they wanted to do more sport as a result of watching🙌 Read more: https://ow.ly/UEKx50XRWnL

There is just one week to go until the consultation on changes to the planning system closes ⌛️ We've had over 2⃣0⃣,0⃣0⃣0⃣ people sign our petition already, but it's important we all make our voices heard 🗣️ Find out how to support our campaign here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/campaigns-an...

The sector's concern about proposed Government planning reforms has been highlighted today in the media 📰 @theguardian.com ➡️ tinyurl.com/3j6vthm8 BBC Sport ➡️ tinyurl.com/2btz3uyt Find out how to get involved with our Protect Where We Play campaign here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/campaigns-an...

📢 We're hiring! 📢 We're looking to recruit an NGB Executive Lead to help shape and drive our new strategy - A United Voice for Sport and Recreation - in relation to NGBs 😊 Find out more and apply here ⬇️ sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/career...

We've hit 1⃣0⃣,0⃣0⃣0⃣ signatures! 🥳 Thank you to everyone who has supported our Protect Where We Play campaign so far and signed our petition 🙌 But we're not done yet... let's keep up the momentum! Details on how to get involved here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/campaigns-an...

Just one week to go! 😁 'Make it Matter: Turning Environmental Goals into Actions' will explore how sports organisations of all sizes can embed sustainability into their everyday operations 🟢 It's not too late to sign up! 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/events/event...

Just under three weeks left to sign up for our AGM and 90th Year Anniversary Celebration! 🥳 Join us as we see our annual awards presented, as well as an opportunity to reflect on 90 years of Alliance history at St James's Palace 🤩 Sign up here! 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/sport-a...

Speakers have been confirmed for our upcoming networking event! 🤩 'Make It Matter: Turning Environmental Goals into Action' will explore how sports organisations of all sizes can embed sustainability into their everyday operations 😁 Sign up here! 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/events/event...

🥳 It's National Fitness Day! 🥳 The National Fitness Day activity finder shows all of the activities taking place in your area, making it easier than ever for you to get involved! 🏃 Take a look 👇 nationalfitnessday.com/finder/ @ukactive.bsky.social

A new @ukactive.bsky.social report highlights the positive impact of physical activity on people with a mental health condition 🧠 However, currently, only 16% of this group meet the Chief Medical Officer's recommended physical activity levels. Find out more 👇 www.ukactive.com/news/72-of-p...

ICYMI: We announced that we'll be hosting a special event at St James’s Palace on 12 November 2025 to mark its 90th anniversary, encompassing our AGM and #CSRAYouth Awards 🥳 Find out more and secure your spot here 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/sport-a...

This National Inclusion Week, we've highlighted the work of two members who do brilliant work to ensure as many people as possible can benefit from sport and recreation 🙌 Activity Alliance 👉 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/celebra... Women in Sport 👉 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/nationa...

In our second feature of National Inclusion Week, we spotlight the work of @womeninsportuk.bsky.social, who have been breaking down barriers that hold girls and women back from taking the opportunities sport can offer for over 40 years 🙌 Take a look 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/nationa...

We've launched nominations for our 2025 Spirit of Sport and Recreation Award, to be presented at our AGM & 90th Year Anniversary Celebration, which was announced last week! 🥳 To nominate a community champion for this prestigious award, click here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/spirit-...

It's National Inclusion Week! 😁 Alongside @activityalliance.bsky.social, we are celebrating progress while calling for change to break down the barriers disabled people continue to face accessing sport and physical activity. Read more here 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/celebra...

The Alliance is delighted to announce that the organisation will be hosting a special event at St James’s Palace on 12 November 2025 to mark its 90th anniversary, encompassing its AGM and #CSRAYouth Awards 🥳 Find out more and register for the event here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/sport-a...

Alongside the Sports Governance Academy, we're hosting a networking event - 'Make It Matter: Turning Environmental Goals into Action' 🌳 It will explore how all sports organisations can embed sustainability into their everyday operations 🤝 Register here! 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/events/event...

[email protected] are looking to collate existing insight and evidence on how climate change impacts participation in sport and physical activity at grassroots level 🏃 Find out more and share your evidence here 👇 www.sportengland.org/blogs/we-nee...

It's just over three weeks since we published our new five-year strategy - A United Voice for Sport and Recreation 🗣️ If you haven't had the chance yet, take a look at what we're aiming to achieve alongside our members by heading to our website 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/our-mi...

[email protected] is looking for a new Chair to lead the organisation into its next chapter 😁 If you have the expertise and/or lived experience to take on the role and drive meaningful change for disabled people, find out more and apply 👇 www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10088-j...

South Asian Heritage Month may have finished, but it isn't too late to read our article about the brilliant work of the England Kabaddi Federation UK, who are helping bring people together through the traditional South Asian sport 😊 Take a look 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/celebra...

There are just under two weeks until our Research and Development Officer vacancy closes ⌛️ If you want to support our work and the brilliant work of our members by using your research and insight skills, apply today! 📊 Details here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/career...

Earlier this week, on International Youth Day, we were proud to shine a spotlight on the inspiring work of one of our members - Youth Sport Trust 🙌 Take a look at some the incredible work they do by reading our article 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/empower...

Interested in becoming our new Research and Development Officer, and showcasing the value of sport and recreation through impactful and insightful research? 🤔 Read the full job description on our website, and apply 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/career...

Following an exciting Wimbledon, the LTA yesterday announced its new Competition Plan for 2025-2029, as part of a drive to grow competitive tennis and padel opportunities for players of all ages and abilities 🎾 Find out more here 👇 www.lta.org.uk/news/new-dri...

🔍 Our 3⃣ Strategic Objectives 🔍 Following the launch of our new strategy, 'A United Voice for Sport and Recreation', take a look at the three objectives that will shape our work over the next five years. Find out more about our new strategy here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/our-mi...

🗣️ A United Voice for Sport and Recreation 🗣️ The Alliance is delighted to publish its new five-year strategy, following extensive consultation with members to ensure we remain well-placed to meet their current and future needs. Find out more here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/our-mi...

Following the Lionesses' triumph at Euro 2025, the Government has announced support for women’s sport – but where will they play? It comes at the same time as playing fields and pitches are at risk, highlighted by our Protect Where We Play campaign 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/news/governm...

Our 2024/25 Impact Report has been launched! 😁 It outlines some of the work we've done over the last year to help protect and promote the interests of our brilliant members. Take a look below at a few of the highlights and read the full report here 👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/about/our-mi...

🟢 Playing fields and pitches deliver at least £2⃣ billion in improved wellbeing every year. 🟢 They also help 4⃣ million people per year to be active, including 1⃣ million children. We're asking Government to Protect Where We Play and #SaveOurSport 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/campaigns-an...

📢 PROTECT WHERE WE PLAY 📢 The Alliance has launched the Protect Where We Play campaign to highlight the urgent risks to playing fields, pitches and community facilities from Government proposals to reform the planning system. 🔗 sportandrecreation.org.uk/campaigns-an... 🧵 (1/4) #SaveOurSport

With @leedsbeckett.bsky.social, @womeninsportuk.bsky.social have launched the first national survey of its kind into working conditions and culture of coaching, for all sports, to help understand coaches' experiences. Find out more and take the survey here 👇 womeninsport.org/news/coachin...

We're delighted to announce Vicci Wells, Assistant Director for Children and Young People at Youth Sport Trust, as our first Inclusivity Hub Ambassador 🤝 Take a look at our Inclusivity Hub here, and view Vicci's video in full 👇👇 sportandrecreation.org.uk/resources/in...