Every Monday to Thursday throughout August, there will be a range of activity sessions taking place across Blackburn and Darwen, including Witton Park, Whitehall Park and Corporation Park. All sessions listed in the timetable below are FREE for all the family, delivered by re:fresh and local partners.
As well as the regular weekly sessions, there will also be special one-off sessions, including an old school sports day, pond dipping, mini farm and a nature trail. Please note that the Pond Dipping, Sports Day and Mini-Farm events will require booking. Booking link can be found below and in the session timetable.
You are welcome to bring your own packed lunch when you visit the park for Active Summer! If you need support with a picnic, please contact Leanne from The Billy Project on 07939832216 who will be able to assist you.
For safety reasons, please make sure that children who are taking part in sessions are wearing appropriate clothing and shoes for physical activity.
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.
Check out Super Slow Way for more Summer activities!
Mill Hill Summer Programme
Join Super Slow Way to animate the beautiful Canalside Activity & Environment Centre
Woodworking Workshop
Learn how to make wooden objects by hand and help create furniture to be used by the local community
