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Move County Durham We want to make sure that everyone, can move more as part of their everyday life. Move County Durham is a Durham County Council programme.

If you’d like to move more, get out and about, enjoy the outdoors, improve your mental health and wellbeing or make some new friends then why not try a Move activity or programme. Taking place across the County, there’s everything from a craft group and seated exercise class to swimming and an outdoor walk.

World Mental Health Day takes place every year on 10th October. It’s a reminder of the importance of good mental health ...
10/10/2026

World Mental Health Day takes place every year on 10th October.

It’s a reminder of the importance of good mental health and the need to prioritise and invest in good mental health.

For 2026, the theme set by the World Federation for Mental Health is in Lived experiences heard: Real voices, real change.

For more information go to https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/

Or why not go to www.thriveleisure.co.uk and find an activity taking place near you to join in with.

When was the last time you had your numbers checked?As part of he thrives, our colleagues at the Adult Wellbeing Service...
09/10/2026

When was the last time you had your numbers checked?

As part of he thrives, our colleagues at the Adult Wellbeing Services are offering free Men’s Health MOTs at some of our leisure centres across County Durham.

It’s a chance to have some simple health checks and take a bit of time to focus on your health and wellbeing.

📍The Louisa Centre, Stanley
Tuesday 3 November | 9.30am–4.30pm
📍Seaham Leisure Centre
Tuesday 3 November | 10am–3pm
📍 Peterlee Leisure Centre
Thursday 5 November | 10am–3pm
📍Woodhouse Close Leisure Complex
Thursday 5 November | 1pm – 4pm
📍Wolsingham Leisure Centre
Tuesday 10 November | 9am - 12pm
Booking is essential and appointments are available in 30-minute slots.

To book your appointment, email [email protected]

Please note: these are appointment-only sessions and are not a walk-in clinic.

More Men’s Health MOT dates will be announced soon.

Find out more about he thrives and other opportunities for men across County Durham:
https://thriveleisure.co.uk/index.php/activities/he-thrives/

🏃‍♀️💬 Run & Talk Week!Another fantastic group getting involved in Week! 🙌These photos are a great reminder that runnin...
09/10/2026

🏃‍♀️💬 Run & Talk Week!

Another fantastic group getting involved in Week! 🙌

These photos are a great reminder that running isn’t just about the miles — it’s about the people you meet, the conversations you have and the support you share along the way. ❤️

Well done to everyone who has taken part and helped us spread the message that a run and a chat can make a real difference.

Keep moving, keep talking and keep looking out for each other! 🏃‍♂️💬

Not one, not two, but four awards! 🤩Well done to our leisure services team, Thrive Active Durham Leisure, for their succ...
09/10/2026

Not one, not two, but four awards! 🤩

Well done to our leisure services team, Thrive Active Durham Leisure, for their success at last night’s Ukactive Awards.

We were nominated in seven categories, and walked away with the winner’s trophies for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Transformational Innovation and Marketing Campaign.

We were also named Outsanding Organisation of the Year.

We’re thrilled that we have been recognised on the national stage for our work to ensure communities have opportunities to have healthier, more active lifestyles.

08/10/2026

🎉 NEW SESSION STARTING TUESDAY 13TH OCTOBER! 🎉

Come along to Move, Mingle and Sport at Seaham Leisure Centre 🏓🏸🎯

Fancy getting more active, meeting new people and having some fun? Come and try a variety of activities including:

🥒 Pickleball
🎯 Darts
🏓 Table Tennis
🏸 Badminton
🥌 New Age Curling
☕ Followed by a friendly cuppa and chat!

📍 Seaham Leisure Centre
📅 Starting Tuesday 13th October
⏰ 10.00am – 11.00am,
💚 FREE for Thrive Active and Move Plus members
💷 £3.50 per session, pay as you go

No experience needed, just come along, have a go and enjoy yourself! 😊

Move more. Meet more. Feel good. 💙

🏃‍♂️💬 Run, chat and connect! ❤️As part of RunTogether’s Week, we’re celebrating one of our brilliant running groups! 📸...
08/10/2026

🏃‍♂️💬 Run, chat and connect! ❤️

As part of RunTogether’s Week, we’re celebrating one of our brilliant running groups! 📸

Our running sessions are about so much more than putting one foot in front of the other. They’re a chance to get active, meet others, have a chat and enjoy the positive benefits of being part of a group. 🙌

A huge well done to everyone taking part — keep moving, keep talking and keep supporting each other! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

📣 Walking Netball Fun Across the South West of County! 🏐😊Last week, our fantastic volunteers from Teesdale shared some n...
08/10/2026

📣 Walking Netball Fun Across the South West of County! 🏐😊

Last week, our fantastic volunteers from Teesdale shared some new ideas with the Shildon Walking Netball group. A huge thank you to Zohrah and Debs for coming along and supporting the session. Everyone had a great time, with plenty of laughs along the way!

Session Details: #
🏐 Shildon Walking Netball
📅 Wednesdays
⏰ 11:15am - 12:15pm

🏐 Teesdale Walking Netball
📅 Thursdays
⏰ 5:30pm - 6:30pm

💷 Pricing ✅ First session FREE
✅ £3.50 per session thereafter
✅ Included with a Move+ or Thrive+ membership

Whether you're looking to keep active, meet new people, or simply have some fun, why not come along and join us for a wiggle and a giggle? 😃

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Week! 💬We’re sharing some photos from one of our fantastic running groups as part of RunTogether’s Week! ❤️...
07/10/2026

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Week! 💬

We’re sharing some photos from one of our fantastic running groups as part of RunTogether’s Week! ❤️

Running is about more than just getting active — it’s a great opportunity to connect, chat and support each other along the way.

A big well done to everyone getting involved! 👏

Keep running, keep talking and keep supporting each other. 🏃‍♀️💬🏃‍♂️

Don't forget our Spennymoor mens group is this Thursday from Spennymoor St Pauls Centre. We will be doing archery this w...
07/10/2026

Don't forget our Spennymoor mens group is this Thursday from Spennymoor St Pauls Centre. We will be doing archery this week, so if you fancy yourself as Robin Hood why not come along and join, its a free session and no booking required.

Unfortunately both of the following sessions are cancelled tomorrow ( Thursday 8th October) Gentle Exercise 14:00 - 15:0...
07/10/2026

Unfortunately both of the following sessions are cancelled tomorrow ( Thursday 8th October)

Gentle Exercise 14:00 - 15:00 at Burnopfield, St James Church Hall

Gentle Exercise, 16:00 - 17:00 at St Patricks Church Hall, Consett

Apologies for any inconvenience caused

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