Active Communities

In this section you will find links to some of the teams based in and around Newcastle who offer different opportunities to be active out in the community. There are a variety of things on offer from structured exercise programmes, falls prevention classes and opportunities to volunteer to work outdoors in the parks. The social prescribing team can help with non-medical support to improve your overall health and wellbeing.

Better UK: The Healthwise physical activity referral schemes are dedicated to keeping you fit and healthy, whether you’re living with a health condition or looking for support and guidance

Healthworks are a charity based in Newcastle working with local communities across the North East to improve their health, wellbeing and life outcomes

Urban Green offer volunteering opportunities across Newcastle’s parks

Springbank Pavilion, in Leazes Park, is now home to a pilot arts & health project and offers opportunities to take part in free arts and craft activities.

Newcastle United Foundation provides education, sport, personal development, and wellbeing programmes, to help people to be more active, learn new skills and feel happier and healthier

Social prescribing navigators help and support people by signposting them to sources of support in the community. This may include financial, housing, lifestyle, social and mobility advice