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Rocksalt host charity dinner with Danny Care for The Sports Trust! We’re excited to share some fantastic news! Rocksalt Restaurant, one of Folkestone’s most iconic dining spots, is hosting a very special charity dinner – and we’re honoured that it’s all in support of The Sports Trust. Even more exciting? The evening will feature special […]

The Sports Trust is excited to announce plans to renovate and reopen the Folkestone Sports Centre swimming pool, aiming for a Summer 2026 launch! This vital community facility will not only enhance local sports provision but also provide a safe space for all ages to learn and enjoy swimming. With support from Sport England and the Roger De Haan Charitable Trust, the project is gaining momentum. Join us in this community effort and help shape the future of the Sports Centre by sharing your thoughts and ideas.

The Sports Trust’s Rachel Haden Wins Youth Project Award at the Kent Mental Wellbeing Awards 2025 We’re thrilled to announce that Rachel Haden, Chief Operating Officer at The Sports Trust, has been named the winner of the Youth Project Award at the 2025 Kent Mental Wellbeing Awards. This recognition celebrates Rachel’s outstanding work in supporting

Driving change! The Sports Trust Charity Golf returns at Broome Park Broome Park hosted our second successful Charity Golf Day of the season! We saw some familiar faces turn up and welcomed some new faces, all there with the same purpose to raise money to make a real difference to many people’s lives. Following our first successful

Project Update – Folkestone Sports Centre The team at The Sports Trust would like to share a short update on the progress taking place behind the scenes. A huge amount of work is already underway, but we recognise there is still a long journey ahead to ensure the Sports Centre is everything our community deserves.

The 2025 Folkestone Coastal 10K proved to be a massive success once again – and this year, The Sports Trust was proud to be chosen as the event’s official charity partner. With a sellout of 1,000 runners, a record 320 virtual participants, and a fantastic atmosphere along the Folkestone seafront, this popular Kent charity run

Sunshine, Support & Sport for All — The Sports Trust Charity Golf Day at Sene Valley The Sports Trust hosted a fantastic Charity Golf Day at the beautiful Sene Valley Golf Club — and what a day it turned out to be! Though the morning started with a few doubts about the weather, the clouds

The Sports Trust is delighted to announce that it has exchanged contracts to acquire the Folkestone Sports Centre. After many months of productive discussions with the Administrator and key stakeholders, it has finalised an agreement and anticipates taking ownership shortly. Dan Hulme, Chief Executive Officer of The Sports Trust, says:  “We are excited to be

Holder 1 subtitle Holiday camps at F51, designed for disadvantaged children on free school meals, sold out within an astonishing 24 hours. This remarkable response highlights the community’s need and eagerness for accessible recreational opportunities. Unfortunately, this overwhelming demand means that many children missed out on the chance to enjoy free skating and climbing activities

Holder 1 subtitle Padel tennis, the UK’s fastest growing sport, is coming to Folkestone. Three Hills Sports Park has partnered with PadelStars, the operator of padel centres around the UK, to open Folkestone’s first ever padel courts. Construction of three padel courts, all covered by a high-quality canopy, will begin shortly and are set to