Published March 4th, 2008
Get Active, Get Healthy, Get Involved
Kingsthorpe College Saturday May 10th. 11am-3pm.
Sports clubs and healthy initiatives will be showcasing what is available in the area from rugby to hockey, ceroc to wrestling and netball to tennis.
Tethered hot air balloon flights, bouncy castles, football jugglers, skate park, circus skills, soccer shoot out, climbing wall, demonstrations and freebies, free health ckecks, makeovers and more!
Free entry and parking, healthy catering on site all day. For more information contact Debbie Groom on 716106 x1219.
Published March 4th, 2008
Air pollution in Kingsthorpe
Traffic in Kingsthorpe is polluting the air above acceptable levels set by the government.
The Borough Council have declared the Harborough Rd, from the Cock Hotel to past the Frog & Fiddler, and Kingsthorpe Grove on the Primary School to the Cock Hotel as an ‘air quality management area’.
The Council have been measuring levels of Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) in this area, and they have been higher then the recommended levels. The Council will now have to prepare within 18 months an Air Qulaity Action plan and any decisions, such as new developments, will have to take into account their impact upon the air quality in the area.
This is not the first Air Quality Management Area in Northamnpton, there are others on the M1, Victoria Promenade and St. James, but traffic levels are growing fast in Northampton, and we all have to do something to reduce traffic congestion if the air in the middle of Kingsthorpe is going to be safe to breathe. It isn’t just about new developments, it’s about all our lifestyles. Do you need the car for your next journey?
Published January 8th, 2008
Feeling a bit heavier after the Xmas break?
Feeling a little bit heavier after the Christmas break?
Want a new start in 2008? Then read on…….
Recommencing w/c 7th Jan Kingsthorpe College Fit Club presents:
TUESDAYS HEALTH WALK 9.30am for 30-45 mins
Turn up at main reception to walk in a sociable group over Bradlaugh Fields. Refreshments available
TUESDAYS YOGA 4.20 – 5.30pm DRAMA STUDIO
WEDNESDAYS TAI CHI 4.20 – 5.30pm DANCE STUDIO
THURSDAYS TONE ‘N’ FIT 4.20 – 5.05pm DRAMA STUDIO
BOOK NOW! Call Debbie Groom on 716106 x1219
£2.50 per session or term memberships available. Term 4 membership per class = £26.00 till 4th April
COOKING FOR HEALTH ADULT LEARNING COURSE
Commencing Wednesday 27th Feb 7-9pm for 6 weeks at Kingsthorpe College there is a Cooking for Health Course beginning.
Feel tired, run down, lacking in energy, want to lose weight or have some new ideas for cooking for you or your family? This course aims to provide information on key ingredients, preparation & cooking methods, easy to make recipes, meal plans and lifestyle tips
£40 with subsidised rates available.
For more information or to book call Adult Learning now on 01604 237418
Published November 12th, 2007
Swimming Pool for Kingsthorpe
The Borough and County Councils are working together on plans for a new swimming pool in Kingsthorpe. With school pools closed at Kingsthorpe Community College and Kingsthorpe Grove School, and no pool at the University, there is a need for swimming facilities in our area for children and adults alike.
There is a way to go yet in identifying the funding and the site, but the Focus Team strongly support plans for a swimming pool in our area. The County Council have decided to undertake a feasibility study to look into the options.
Published October 7th, 2007
Walking your way to health
Kingsthorpe College Health Walk
Tuesdays 9.30am
Meet outside Kingsthorpe College Reception, Boughton Green Road
30 - 45 minute walk Come to socialise, breathe the fresh air, reap the health benefits and have a good walk!
Refreshments available
