£10 voucher code for mini-tennis course
To celebrate the launch of its new mini-tennis sessions, Dormers Wells leisure centre is offering a £10 voucher code, bringing the cost for the nine-week course down to just £35. The 45 minute classes, which start on Monday, 16 October, are for children aged four to 10. Mini tennis is played on small courts with […]
Be bike friendly – it is better for business
If you are a local employer, have you thought about making your business bike friendly for your staff? Becoming bike friendly and encouraging cycle commuting can: Help improve staff health, reduce absenteeism and boost productivity. On average, employees who cycle-commute take at least one day a year less off sick than colleagues who do not […]
Pathways to a career
Pathways, an award-winning programme, is looking to recruit young people at the end of October. The programme is run by Ealing Council for young people who are ready to take the next step into an apprenticeship, job or further training but would benefit from some additional support and guidance. As a Pathways trainee you would get the practical experience, guidance […]
Ealing marks Recycle Week 2017 with tips and advice
The many benefits of recycling clearly haven’t been lost on residents as the borough continues to post record recycling rates. Its Recycle Week 2017 and a few may be surprised at just what their paper, glass and bottles can eventually be used for once they have been recycled. As part of Recycle Week, which runs […]
Ealing Half Marathon 2017 in pictures
The sun was shining this year when thousands of people took to the streets on Sunday, 24 September to cheer on the 7,000 runners competing in Ealing Half Marathon 2017. Enjoy a few of the pictures from the day in the carousel above – or see dozens in our gallery. Organised by the Ealing Half Marathon community interest company, […]
Ealing Half Marathon back in the borough this Sunday
Sunday 24 September sees the famous Ealing Half Marathon return to the borough’s streets and with less than a week to go, the 7,000-odd runners taking part are sure to be busy preparing for the big day. The Half Marathon is an independent social enterprise endorsed by Ealing Council and is now in its sixth […]
Get ready for the Zee London Mela
The Zee London Mela is once again returning to Ealing and local people are being urged not to miss out on the extravaganza of Asian culture, art and music. Taking place on 3 September in Gunnersbury Park, the Mela is free to attend and will showcase a combination of international artists, national treasures, local talent, […]
Lend a helping hand at Ealing Half
As Ealing Half Marathon enters its sixth year the event promises to be better than ever and you do not even have to be one of the runners to get involved and be part of the atmosphere. The organisers are recruiting more than 700 volunteers to help make the award-winning race a runaway success. Volunteers are […]
Ealing mum: Couch to half marathon coach in two years
When Northfields resident Che Odlum de Vivenot took part in a beginners running course in 2015, never could she have imagined she and her husband James would go on to put together and coach a team to take part in Ealing Half Marathon. Mother-of-two Che (pictured, with James) took part in the free Ealing Eagles […]
Go wild at Hanwell Zoo this summer
With newly-arrived animals settling in and an exciting new play area, Hanwell Zoo is the perfect place to go wild this summer holidays. It is fun, educational and, at just £6 for two adults and two children, a visit is amazing value for the whole family. New play area and animals The new playground is now […]
Local sporting clubs and stars honoured at the awards
Inspirational clubs and volunteers from across the borough got the recognition that they deserved at last week’s Ealing Sports Awards. The inaugural awards ceremony took place on 13 July and celebrated the hard work and achievements of sporting clubs, inspirational volunteers and fantastic sporting individuals working and competing in the borough. Awards were handed out […]
Get ready for the Ealing Summer Reading Challenge
The Ealing Summer Reading Challenge is once again coming to libraries across the borough. The free, annual celebration is the perfect opportunity for local children to improve their reading skills and confidence, and enjoy the brilliance of books over summer holidays. Libraries across the borough are hosting a full range of free fun craft activities […]