The second very successful Heathcote Community Games event was held in and by the Community of Heathcote, between Friday 19th February and Sunday 28th February.
Pitsmoor Adventure Playground hosted a fantastic legacy event on Saturday with over 100 athletes participating in sports and traditional games.
As Glasgow rightly receives the plaudits for putting on what is already been talked about as one of the best ever Commonwealth Games, thoughts now turn to the legacy it will leave.
Community Games, the Olympic and Paralympic legacy programme which was launched to encourage communities to come together...
How fantastic has the Commonwealth Games been? Glasgow has done us proud. The opportunity to see so many nations come together and compete in such a variety of sports has definitely brought back into our communities the buzz of London 2012. We wonder how many people will sign up for their first triathlon or...
Too many adults and young people drop out of taking part in sport and community life in general because they feel it's not for them. Community Games aims to open our eyes to the whole range of activities on our doorstep to enjoy. There’s something for everyone.
One sporting hero is already a Commonwealth Games winner as she gets set to attend the games in Glasgow on behalf of a London 2012 legacy project - Community Games. She has been commended by Lord Coe and celebrated as a great role model for others to follow.
This summer, Community Games continues to recognise standout volunteers across England for the positive contribution they make to community life by announcing them as the Shining Light within their local communities. One exceptional volunteer will be rewarded with a once in the lifetime prize – four...
Cynics say community spirit in the modern world has completely fizzled out. We disagree. In 2014 Community Games across the country have attracted gleeful crowds taking the opportunity to spend time with their family, neighbours and friends old and new. The success of these events shows people still have...
Rates of volunteering in England are increasing. 44% of adults volunteered through a group, club or organisation at least once a year in 2012-13 according to the Community Life survey. This compares to 39% in 2010-11. This is music to our ears, as the continued success of Community Games relies on people...
Mo Farah and Jessica Ennis were elevated to national treasure status following their gold medal performances at the Olympic Games. But London 2012 had more than just an impact on which athletes we admire, it completely changed our perception of sport and encouraged us to bite the bullet and actually...
