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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

Holder 1 subtitle Holder 1 subtitleCC We are thrilled to announce that the Sports Trust Golf Day at Sene Valley was a resounding success, exceeding our target of £19,000! This incredible achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the unwavering support of our participants, sponsors, volunteers, and everyone who contributed. Your generosity and enthusiasm have made

Holder 3 subtitle On the 29th of October, F51 hosted Thrash & Learn event, aimed at introducing newcomers to the world of skateboarding. With a focus on inclusivity and beginner-friendly activities, the event sought to break down barriers for those eager to try skating but unsure of where to begin. The initiative followed the resounding

Holder 2 subtitle COMPLETE THE SUVEY Help us move towards a more active, inclusive and inspiring future. The Moving Forward survey is distributed every two years and allows us to capture a diverse picture of the needs and wants of the local community.  We work with diverse communities to create accessible and engaging opportunities for people of

Holder 1 subtitle Following the campaign ‘Let’s Lift the Curfew’ launched by This Girl Can, The Sports Trust decided to get together with the local running clubs to address some of the issues women face running during the darker evenings. Why This Girl Can statistics showed that ‘48% of women prefer not to be active