Wimborne to Host First-Ever Festival of Sports and Active Leisure
Wimborne will celebrate its vibrant local community with the launch of its first-ever Festival of Sports and Active Leisure on Sunday, 19 April, from 10:00am to 4:00pm at Willow Walk (Waitrose Green), BH21 1ED.
This free, family-friendly event invites residents of all ages and abilities to discover and enjoy a wide range of sports and activities. With no booking required, attendees can simply turn up and take part in sessions led by local clubs, coaches, and businesses. Activities will cater to all fitness levels, including low-intensity options for those seeking a gentler pace.
The festival is organised by the newly formed Wimborne Sports and Active Leisure Forum, established as part of Wimborne Town of Culture 2026. The Forum aims to champion the value of sport and active leisure not only for individual wellbeing but also for strengthening the wider community.
The Forum has three key objectives:
- To act as a collective voice for local sports and leisure organisations
- To promote participation and health-enhancing behaviours for all ages
- To embed sport and leisure as an integral part of Wimborne’s culture
The event is being delivered in partnership with Wimborne BID as part of the Discover Wimborne month of April. It is supported by Radio Wimborne and proudly sponsored by Wimborne Rotary.
As part of the festival, the Forum will also launch a new website and directory designed to showcase local clubs, organisations, and charities offering sport, fitness, and active leisure opportunities in and around Wimborne.
Get Involved
Organisations and individuals interested in being featured in the directory or joining the Forum are encouraged to get in touch.
For more information, please contact:
Councillor Bill Jaggs
[email protected]
Wimborne is Dorset Town of Culture 2026. Town of Culture is an Arts Development Company initiative with funding from Dorset Council, and matched by Wimborne Minster Town Council, made possible with support from partners Canford School and Wimborne BID.”
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