New free and low-cost activities added to programme for all ages
A family fun day, wellbeing walk for new parents and those with young children, tea dances, and lower-intensity fitness sessions for inactive adults have been added to Fenland District Council's Active Fenland programme.
The full Active Fenland programme includes fall prevention strength and balance classes, walking football, 'couch to 5k' and family running sessions, a multitude of Rambler's Wellbeing Walks, and much more.
Councillor Susan Wallwork, portfolio holder for Active Fenland, said: "There's always so much on offer for all ages thanks to Active Fenland's free and low-cost programme of social and fitness activities.
Active Fenland March town couch to 5k graduates April 2025 (Image: Active Fenland) "We urge everyone to take a look at the Fenland District Council website to get all the details.
"There's sure to be something perfect for you.
"Many of the classes are aimed at those who are new to exercise or building up their fitness, like the 'couch to 5k' running classes, which we're delighted to have recently seen several groups complete with deserved pride and now have new beginners joining us for."
The newest additions to the programme include a free family fun day on Thursday, May 29, at Peckover House, Wisbech, from 10am to 2pm.
A free social stroll for new parents or those with little ones in a buggy will take place through West End Park, March, every first and third Thursday of the month, from 10am to 11am.
'Active for Health Next Steps' lower-intensity classes for inactive adults will be held on Wednesdays from 4.45pm to 5.45pm at Hudson Leisure Centre, Wisbech, for £3.50 per session.
Active Fenland tea dances, including dance tuition and light nibbles, will return to venues across Fenland.
An exercise class for people with diabetes will be held on Tuesdays from 11.15am to 12.15pm at Hudson Leisure Centre, Wisbech, for £3 per session.
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