Get on track for some BMX fitness
Lots of people cycle to get fit and active but not many people consider jumping on a BMX track to do the same. Well, now there is a women-only session that does just that. BMXercise is being run by the popular Ealing BMX Club to involve women and girls in the growing sport, with the […]
Nurseries achieve national success
A local nursery has been crowned Nursery of the Year thanks to its ‘visionary work’, as described by a chief judge at a national awards ceremony for nurseries. The Nursery World Awards, held on 22 September, put Ealing at the forefront of children’s education – with three nurseries winning awards and others receiving high commendation […]
Leaf sweeping teams ready for autumn
Autumn is sweeping in, bringing crisper days, shorter nights and beautiful foliage across the borough’s parks and gardens. It also brings plenty of falling leaves with it – which is why Ealing Council’s street-sweeping teams will be tackling the seasonal increase in leaves and ensuring that roads and pavements around important public places are as […]
New water fountains arrive in Acton
Commuters and local people around Acton may have noticed two new water fountains springing up and offering a more sustainable option to stay hydrated. The fountains, located outside North Acton Tube Station and at Acton Skate Park, have been secured by Ealing Council courtesy of #OneLess and the Mayor of London, as part of the London Drinking Fountain Fund. They make up […]
Get Moving: ‘Once you stop, everything stops’
“As a child I was always the last to be picked for any sports teams, however now I would like to be an inspiration to all people to stay active,” said 84-year-old Elna Forsyth who was nominated at this year’s Ealing Sports Awards. Elna Forsyth, of Ealing, was dubbed a local inspiration for her dedication […]
Ealing Half Marathon returns for another year
The hugely popular Ealing Half Marathon is returning to the borough this Sunday (30 September) for its seventh year. As part of the event several roads will be closed in the local area, with buses subject to diversions. Starting in Lammas Park at 9am, the 13.1 mile course will be run in a single lap, taking […]
New scheme to protect young people with food allergies
Feeling different is never easy, but for some young people with food allergies it is having worrying implications that are threatening their health. According to new research, many young people are too embarrassed to talk publicly about having food allergies or intolerance especially when in a social setting with their peers – risking allergic reactions or […]
Sit down and still keep on the move
Dementia patients are marching, dancing and clapping to keep on the move as part of an initiative at a popular local centre. According to the Mental Health Foundation, studies have found physical activity can cut the chances of people aged over 65 from developing dementia; and, for people who have already developed the disease, physical […]
It’s all about the community at the new Havelock Family Centre
Ealing Council is investing almost a quarter of a million pounds in new facilities for the Havelock Family Centre in Southall. The redevelopment of Aleka House on the Havelock Estate is now complete and has transformed the old, dilapidated building into a modern community hub. The council is contributing £220,000 towards the new Havelock Family […]
Ealing marks Recycling Week with extra support for residents
Ealing Council is marking Recycling Week (24-28 September 2018) by hosting a drop-in event packed with advice and tips designed to help residents to recycle more and boost rates across the borough. The event takes place in Ealing Town Hall on Wednesday 26 September 2018 in committee room 4 between 12 midday and 6pm. The […]
Join the mayor for Open House
Ealing Town Hall will be opening its doors to residents on Saturday, 22 September as part of Open House 2018. Tours of up to 10 people will be running every half hour from 11am with the last at 4pm. There is no need to book, just turn up at the reception in the Town Hall. […]
Do you use Uxbridge Road? Help to improve it
Ealing Council and charity Sustrans have teamed-up to produce a survey on Uxbridge Road and are asking residents to have their say on how the safety and overall experience of using it could be improved. The Uxbridge Road pedestrian survey takes about five minutes to complete, and will gives you the chance to highlight any […]