Active Essex

Being active doesn't have to look a certain way. The best activity is one that works for you, your needs and your abilities. Finding ways to move can support both physical and mental wellbeing, whatever your starting point.

This September, we're celebrating Active for Every Mind and the power of inclusive opportunities to help everyone enjoy the benefits of movement. Together with Mind in Essex we're here to support you: www.activeessex.org/find-your-active

This is what happens when communities are given the chance to shape their local parks…

In Basildon, residents have helped transform local green spaces into places for play, movement, connection nad community pride. From Northlands Park to parks across the district, local voices have been at the heart of the journey.

Take a look through the image carousel below to see how people, NOT projects, have driven change, and read more in our blog here: https://www.activeessex.org/news-events/blog/your-basildon-parks-story/

Beat the Street is transforming Eastern Thurrock, including East Tilbury, Stanford-le-Hope, Horndon on the Hill and Corringham, into a giant game from 23 September - 4 November! Players earn points as they walk, cycle or wheel between Beat Boxes, with great prizes up for grabs!🏆

So put on your walking shoes, pump up the bike tyres and get ready for Beat the Street Eastern Thurrock on 23 September. What better way to have fun, get outdoors and boost your physical and mental health!

Sign up here👉 beatthestreet.me/easternthurrock

Thurrock Council Intelligent Health

Making movement matter for friends, clubs and communities across Greater , The 'Move With Us Champion' Award celebrates a young person under 18 who goes above and beyond to encourage others to be active.

Whether they're volunteering at their local club, inspiring their peers to get moving, or championing physical activity in their community, these young leaders are helping to create a healthier, happier county.

Nominate your 'Move With Us Champion' today: https://www.activeessex.org/essex-activity-awards-2026/



A huge thank you to HolidayActivities, Headline Sponsor of this year’s Essex Activity Awards, who also support the Essex ActivAte programme through their voucher code booking system, allowing thousands of eligible families to access free activities and nutritious meals across Greater .

Meet Arabella, a six-year-old golfer proving that finding a sport you love can open up a world of opportunities.

From hitting her first "big shots" with a plastic golf set to competing on international courses, Arabella's journey is a powerful reminder that being active is about so much more than exercise. It's about confidence, friendships, resilience and having fun along the way. ⛳

As part of our campaign, we're celebrating girls across Essex who are finding activities that help them move more and feel their best.

Read Arabella's inspiring story by clicking the link in the comments👇

This summer, Jason Fergus our Director, visited communities across Essex, Southend and Thurrock, and in his recent blog he reflects on the conversations, partnerships and local energy that are helping to create opportunities through sport and movement.

He came away with one clear message:
✅Trust matters
🤝Partnerships matter
🫶Community leadership matters

Read his latest blog today!
www.activeessex.org/news-events/blog/the-golden-thread-of-sport-and-movement-in-our-communities/