Active Essex

Breaking Barriers: Jo Gardner on the Evolution and Future of Women’s Cricket

Women’s cricket, once overshadowed by the men’s version of the game, has proved itself a powerful and inspiring force. The increased visibility of the...
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Active Essex

Pedalling to Inspire: The Journey of Our School Cycling Champions who took part in this year’s Ford RideLondon-Essex

With the Tour De France starting last Sunday and 176 riders from around the world embarking on a mammoth journey, we had 4 riders...
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Move Maker

Jake – June Move Maker

Jake is an energetic and dedicated child, who has lead sports activities both within and outside the school environment. At school, Jake’s enthusiasm for...
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Active Essex

Olympic MTB track in Hadleigh providing a space for the amazing Trust Links course!

Trust Links have utilised the power of physical activity through an 8-week cycling course, to help improve the wellbeing of their members. At the...
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Active Essex

Get Ready for Paris 2024: Exploring the New Olympic Events Set to Debut

As we eagerly await the start of the Paris 2024 Olympics, the anticipation is building towards breathtaking performances and record-breaking feats that are bound...
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Jason's Reflections

The Power of Youth Voice

This month, I am approaching my reflections a little differently. Earlier in June, I had the privilege of attending the Invincible Games, an event...
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Active Essex

Making a Splash: How the Black Swimming Association are helping to promote water safety and inclusivity

Swimming is known to have one of the highest amounts of health benefits compared to any other form of physical activity. The low impact...
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Essex Local Delivery Pilot

Pedalling their way to success. How Essex Pedal Power inspired two cyclists to take on Ford RideLondon-Essex 2024

Community cycling initiative Essex Pedal Power, has not only provided free bikes to local residents in some of the most deprived areas in the...
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Essex Local Delivery Pilot

Celebrating Essex Pedal Power Volunteer Billie Read

Meet Billie Read, a remarkable 45-year-old Essex Pedal Power volunteer. Billie has recently made history by becoming the first female with autism to earn...
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Move Maker

Connell – May Move Maker

Connell Scholar is an incredible young man. Not only has he been a Multi-Schools ambassador since the very start & a key reason why...
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Active Essex

Essex businesses boom during Ford RideLondon-Essex weekend

Alongside the street parties, cheering supporters and activation zones, many businesses came out to support Ford RideLondon-Essex festivities across the weekend event. This year...
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