Wimborne Sports Forum puts teenage participation and mental health into the spotlight

Local sports leaders and community groups are invited to share ideas and help make a difference.

How can we keep teenage girls and young women involved in sport, and how can local clubs support mental health and wellbeing?

These are the key questions the Wimborne Sports and Active Leisure Forum will explore at its next meeting on Wednesday 4 November.

Dee Swinton, Head of Breaking Boundaries, and Andy Coleman, CEO of Dorset Cricket, will share their experiences of encouraging girls and young women to stay involved in cricket.

Fiona Pawsey, Chair of Wimborne BID, will also discuss her experience as a mental health first aider within a running club, highlighting how local sports groups can help people feel connected and supported.

The meeting will also include updates on the Active Wimborne Facebook group, Active Wimborne Website and Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre.

Everyone is welcome

Whether you represent a sports club, community group or leisure organisation, or simply want to help make Wimborne a more active and healthier place to live, you are warmly invited to join the discussion.

Date: Wednesday 4 November 2026
Venue: Wimborne Town Football Club, BH21 2FU
Arrival: 6.30pm for a 7pm start
Finish: Approximately 8.15pm, followed by informal networking.

To find out more, email info@activewimborne.org.uk or contact Bill Jaggs, Acting Forum Chair, on 07594 607981.

The Wimborne Sports and Active Leisure Forum is part of Wimborne Town of Culture 2026, bringing local organisations together to promote sport, physical activity, and healthier lifestyles across the community.

Find local activities and opportunities at activewimborne.org.uk.