Move County Durham

08/06/2026

🏃‍♀️ Thank You to Our Run Leaders 🏃‍♂️

On Saturday, we got together with some of our fantastic volunteer Run Leaders for a morning at Ushaw Parkrun, followed by refreshments and a chance to catch up.

Our Run Leaders are at the heart of our Couch to 5K programmes, supporting and encouraging participants every step of the way. From helping people take their very first strides towards becoming more active to crossing the finish line of their first parkrun, their enthusiasm, commitment and encouragement make a real difference.

A huge thank you to all of our Run Leaders for the time, energy and dedication you give to helping others achieve their goals and build confidence through running.

We're incredibly grateful for everything you do. 💙

08/06/2026

Unfortunately the following classes are cancelled tomorrow due to unforeseen circumstances. Please accept our apologises and we will be back to normal next week:-
Seated Exercise - Wolsingham
Gentle Exercise - Frosterley
Seated and social - Coundon and Leeholme

05/06/2026

Our Durham Wellbeing Walk takes place every Wednesday at 10:15am, meeting outside Durham Gala Theatre.

The walk is a fantastic way to get active, enjoy some fresh air, meet new people, and explore the beautiful city of Durham at a relaxed and friendly pace.

Here are a few photos from our recent walks, kindly captured by our volunteer Kevin Creaghan. 📸

Whether you're looking to improve your wellbeing, increase your activity levels, or simply enjoy a walk in good company, we'd love to welcome you along.

📍 Meet: Durham Gala Theatre
🕙 Every Wednesday, 10:15am

04/06/2026

The rain just about stayed away in the east of the county for one of our annual Volunteer Celebration Events yesterday in Seaham!

A fantastic morning was enjoyed by everyone who was able to join us. It was a great opportunity to come together and recognise the incredible contribution our volunteers make to local communities throughout the year.

A huge thank you once again to all our volunteers for everything you do. Your time, dedication and support are truly appreciated, and we hope you all enjoyed the event. We'd also like to extend our thanks to Bells Fish & Chips, Seaham for their fantastic hospitality and helping to make the morning so enjoyable.

If you took any photos, we'd love to see them – please share your pictures in the comments below! 📸😊

04/06/2026

Our colleagues at Durham County Carers Support have let us know that there are still spaces available on the Carer Wellbeing Walks taking place next week.

These walks are a great opportunity for carers to enjoy some fresh air, gentle exercise and time with others in a supportive and welcoming environment.

See the post below for more information and how to book a place. Please share with anyone who may benefit from joining one of the walks. 💚🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️

Carer Wellbeing Walks 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️

We’re pleased to be partnering with Durham County Council Thrive Leisure to offer a series of Carer Wellbeing Walks during Carers Week 2026, details below. Each walk will last around 60 minutes and offers a relaxed opportunity to connect with other Carers, enjoy some fresh air, and share experiences. You’re warmly invited to join us at the leisure centre for tea or coffee. If you’re unable to take part in the walk, you’re still very welcome to pop into the leisure centre for a friendly chat. Places are limited to 20 per walk, and those you care for are very welcome to join you, limited to one guest per Carer. We kindly ask that dogs are not brought along.

📆 Monday 8th June
📌 Teesdale Leisure Centre, Barnard Castle, DL12 8DS
⏰10am -12 noon (walk 10.30am-11.30)

📆 Wednesday 10th June
📌 Louisa Centre, Stanley, DH9 0TE
⏰ 10am – 12 noon (walk 10.30am-11.30)

📆 Thursday 11th June
📌 Peterlee Leisure Centre, St Cuthberts Road, Peterlee, SR8 1AF
⏰ 10am – 12 noon (walk 10.30am-11.30)

📆 Friday 12th June
📌 Freemans Quay Leisure Centre, Durham, DH1 1SW
⏰ 12.30pm – 2.30pm (walk 1pm – 2pm)

To help us plan, please register your interest using the link below—we’d love to see you there! No booking is required if you are just coming along to the leisure centre for a chat. Register your interest here https://forms.office.com/e/kfY3yXTETk

04/06/2026

🥪🚶 Join us for our Picnic Walk at Coxhoe on Friday 12th June!

This walk will start earlier than usual at 12pm but still finish at 2:30pm as we’ll be stopping along the way for a picnic, so please remember to bring your own food and drinks as none will be provided. Everyone is welcome to attend!

We’ll also be celebrating a very special milestone for Peter, our Coxhoe walk leader, who will be leading his 150th walk on the day 🎉👏

We hope to see you there!

03/06/2026

Sorry for any inconvenience but the walk at Hardwick Park this Friday (5th June) will have to be cancelled. It will be back on next week. Thank you

03/06/2026

Have you tried out our Wellbeing walk in Consett yet?

The group starts outside The Lodge in Blackhill park (Parking is available behind the allotments) every Tuesday at 10am lasting approximately 90 minutes.

We'd love to welcome some new walkers to the group, with the sun finally making an appearance why not give it a go 🌞🚶🏻‍♂️

For any enquiries please contact [email protected]

02/06/2026

Did you know we have a singing session taking place at Stanley? 🎤

We host sessions Mondays at The Venue in Stanley — why not pop along and join the fun? 😊

Join a nice, relaxed environment whether you are trying it for the first time or have prior experience it's a session for everyone to enjoy themselves.

*First session is FREE*

For further details please see below.

02/06/2026

Please accept our apologises but Toft Hill Seated exercise class won’t take place tomorrow 2nd June 2026 . The session will be back to normal next week.