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Inspiring Bedfordshire To Move More

Sign Up to Our Inclusion and Diversity Pledge

Sign Up to Our Inclusion and Diversity Pledge

Commit to building a more inclusive Bedfordshire by joining our initiative to champion the movement for inclusion and celebrate diversity.

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Become a Sports or Activity Coach in Luton

Become a Sports or Activity Coach in Luton

Learn about our Coach 2 Coach Fund providing financial support towards coaching course costs for those living or coaching in Luton.

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Find a New Activity to Try Out!

Find a New Activity to Try Out!

Check out our Activity Finder and discover a new sports club or activity to try out in your locality.

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Our Mission

Be Active is Bedfordshire's Active Partnership, established in 2005, with a mission to address inequalities in access to physical activity across Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, and Luton. We are dedicated to inspiring the community and encouraging Bedfordshire to move more.

As one of 43 Active Partnerships across England, we collaborate with community organisations, governing bodies, coaches, clubs, and volunteers to support, develop, and promote physical activity. Our goal is to make a positive impact on lives and build community resilience throughout Bedfordshire.

Our Work

Active Environments

Helping to create and protect the places and spaces that make it easier for people to be physically active

Children and Young People

Supporting every child and young person in Bedfordshire to be physically active inside and outside of school

Health

Ensuring everyone has the opportunity to be active to help stay mentally and physically healthy

Developing People

Supporting the personal and professional development and training of our local community and workforce

Places

Our place-based approach to tackling inequalities and reducing inactivity across Bedfordshire

Latest News

Bedfordshire Festival of Autumn Walks

Bedfordshire Festival of Autumn Walks

Following on from the roaring success of the first Bedfordshire Festival of Autumn Walks - Bedfordshire Ramblers are delighted to announce that plans are...

UK Coaching Awards 2024: Nominate Your Inspiring Coaches Today

UK Coaching Awards 2024: Nominate Your Inspiring Coaches Today

  • Nominations now officially open to the public for UK Coaching Awards 2024 across 10 categories
  • Awards are a chance to celebrate the coaches across the nation...
Great Denham Junior Park Run Launch and Success

Great Denham Junior Park Run Launch and Success

The Great Denham Junior Park run launched last weekend and was a tremendous success!

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