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Our Active Winter Half Term Programme is here! We are teaming up with more of our delivery partners to offer a range of FREE Health & Wellbeing activities to keep you and your family active over Winter!

 

From Tuesday 18 February to Thursday 20 February 2025

There are a range of activity sessions taking place at various venues across Blackburn and Darwen, including Witton Park, Whitehall Park, Corporation Park and Queen’s Park.

Through the Active Winter sessions, we are aiming to encourage families to be more active. From themed walks, to scavenger hunts and orienteering, there’s plenty for you to get stuck into. Please note that all sessions are FREE, but some selected sessions will require booking for attendance. Check out the timetable below to find out more on the sessions and which require booking. Click the link below to book your place on upcoming sessions now!

Looking to keep the kids busy over Winter? Xplorer trails in Witton Park & Whitehall Park, plus, Junior Parkrun every Sunday at Witton Park!

All sessions listed below are FREE for all the family, delivered by re:fresh and local partners.

Winter Themed Walks!

Come along to the ‘Connected Libraries’ Themed Walk with Instructor Nick. It’s a great way to get active and connect with nature as well as discovering the libraries resources and enjoying a brew.

Wednesday 19th February, 10:30am – 12:30pm, meeting point outside Mill Hill Library, New Chapel St, Blackburn, BB2 4DT

Click the link below to watch the ‘Connected Libraries’ Themed Walk Video for more information.

Xplorer is back!

Why not challenge yourself with this new adventure through the winter woodlands. Xplorer Trails are available for everyone to complete at any time! The 45 minute, self-led trails are now in place at Witton Park and Whitehall Park.

Brand new Xplorer Trail created in Witton Park and Whitehall Park! Bring the family together to complete the Wild Animals and Dinosaurs themed Xplorer, and find the 15 plaques at each park!

For more information on Xplorer, including how to request an explorer pack, click below!

Key

Green – Sessions aimed at beginners or those returning to exercise after some time.
Purple – Ante and post natal sessions aimed at new mums and mums to be.
Yellow – Learning through play sessions aimed at children aged 4 and under.
Orange – Sessions aimed at people (16+) with a Learning Disability and Autism.
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday

Come & Try It - Orienteering

11am - 2pm
FREE
Rose Garden, Whitehall Park

Explore Whitehall Park with British Orienteering! Look for the information stand to collect your map and timers for the course, or simply download Maprun onto your device, and learn how to use it in multiple locations. Use the free and interactive ‘Maprun’ app

Discount Available

Delivered by British Orienteering

Balance Bike Open Session

11am - 2pm
FREE
Rose Garden, Whitehall Park

A fun cycling session for preschool children aimed at improving balancing and riding skills. Balance Bikes and helmets provided.

Discount Available

Delivered by re:fresh

Xplorer Trail & Planting Seeds

11am - 2pm
FREE
Rose Garden, Whitehall Park

Collect an Xplorer Pack from the Rose Garden and explore the park with this self led trail. Decorate a recycled plant pot and plant a seed when you have completed the trail. Booking required, click here to book

Discount Available

Delivered by re:fresh

Multi-Sports & Activities

11am - 2pm
FREE
Rose Garden, Whitehall Park

A variety of multi-sports games and activities, including playground games, football, rounders, dance and much more. Prizes included for participants!

Discount Available

Delivered by Youth Zone

Valentines Themed Scavenger Hunt

11am - 2pm
FREE
Active Outdoors Hub, Witton Park

Join the Deaf Village at Witton Park for a deaf accessible scavenger hunt! Explore the park to find the clues to create your own message on what you love, and even learn how to sign your message!

Discount Available

Delivered by Deaf Village

Climbing Wall

11am - 2pm
FREE
Active Outdoors Hub, Witton Park

Join Lancashire Police as they bring the climbing wall back to Witton Park. Can you reach the top?

Discount Available

Delivered by Lancashire Constabulary

'Connecting Libraries' Themed Walk

10:30am - 12:30pm
FREE
Mill Hill Library, Old Chapel St, BB2 4DT

Come along to the ‘Connected Libraries’ Themed Walk with Instructor Nick. It’s a great way to get active and connect with nature as well as discovering the libraries resources and enjoying a brew. Click here to watch the video and find out more.

Discount Available

Delivered by re:fresh

Balance Bike Open Session

12pm - 2pm
FREE
Queen's Park Learn To Ride Track

A fun cycling session for preschool children aimed at improving balancing and riding skills. Balance Bikes and helmet provided.

Discount Available

Delivered by re:fresh

Welly Art Walk

1pm - 3pm
FREE
Meeting point: Audley Adult Learning Centre, BB1 1SF

Join us for a women and children’s fun walk through Queens Park, where you can enjoy fresh air, nature, and quality outdoor time together. Materials will be provided  on this walk for you to paint what you see. Pop on your wellies for a muddy, memorable experience! Booking required, click here to book your place.

Discount Available

Delivered by 4 Seasons Outdoors

Wizard Walk

12pm - 1:15pm and 1:45pm - 3pm
FREE
River Darwen Park Way, BB2 4HL

Bring the family together for this great adventure through Ewood. Scavenge materials together to create your own Wizard Wand! Kids, parents and dogs are welcome to come dressed as wizards! Booking required, click here to book your place.

Discount Available

Delivered by Parisa, Just Run For Today

Come & Try It - Orienteering

11am - 2pm
FREE
Corporation Park (near the café)

Explore Corporation Park with British Orienteering! Look for the information stand to collect your map and timers for the course, or simply download Maprun onto your device, and learn how to use it in multiple locations. Use the free and interactive ‘Maprun’ app

Discount Available

Delivered by British Orienteering

Tennis Taster Session

12pm - 1pm and 1pm - 2pm
FREE
Corporation Park Tennis Courts

Come and give tennis a try with our fun, beginner-friendly taster sessions! Perfect for all ages and skill levels. Booking required, click here to book your place.

Discount Available

Delivered by We Do Tennis

Family Nature Walk

1pm - 3pm
FREE
Active Outdoors Hub, WItton Park

Join us for a family nature walk through the Witton Woodlands! Take in the scenic nature as we adventure through the park! Collect materials along the way to make your own natural art at the Active Outdoors Hub on your return. Booking required, click here to book your place.

Discount Available

Delivered by 4 Seasons Outdoors