Community Centres
A highly motivated team delivers a wide range of sports, play, social and leisure activities to local communities across the District. This team is responsible for a number of Community Centres, which all provide a valuable venue for community activities.Christmas and New Year opening times 2011/2012 for Sport & Leisure facilities throughout the district.
The team also includes a Play Development Officer who is responsible for the Council's play services across the District, and a Leisure Development Officer for people and children with disabilities.
Working closely with volunteers, local associations and management committees the team provide a supportive role developing core skills linked to management, leadership, finance and fundraising. These groups then work closely with external agencies such as the police, community education and local church groups and individuals to provide opportunities for local residents to participate in a wide range of activities from junior clubs, lunch clubs, and bingo, through to exercise classes, karate and yoga.
If you'd like to know more about how to become involved in your local community please contact the Community Services Manager on 01423 556723.