EXERCISE/FITNESS PROMOTION

Billingshurst is well served with sports facilities and this project will increase usage among all ages throughout the age range. In particular we will look to improve fitness services available to the elderly.

Research Aims & Recommendations impacting upon the project:

• Encourage full use of recreational social, cultural/entertainment, sport and learning opportunities available in Billingshurst and the surrounding villages.

• Ensure older people are aware of, and have access to, opportunities in their own and neighbouring villages.
• Build on the roles that The Weald school and village primary schools play in providing a venue for services and activities to support the whole population

Actions:

These actions are based on the recommendation points in Appendix 2 of the Report as follows:

1. Promote the development of new walking and cycle routes (perhaps linked to local cycle hire and transport).

2. Promote the fitness ethic within the elderly of our communities
3. Encourage youth sports facilities and allied activities.

Those organisations addressing the above action points:

• Billingshurst Community Partnership

• Billingshurst Parish Council
• West Sussex County Council

Estimated Cost of Project:

£6,000