It also aims to promote social inclusion, reduce crime and disorder, and improve the quality of life for people living in the county. Corporate priorities for our councils include promoting recreation, community fulfilment and healthy communities.

Sports Development Units across the county offer a range of services to support clubs and organisations that provide sports in the area. These units work alongside other organisations to help encourage more people to play sport in safe, accessible and good quality environments.

• Sports grants

  Grants for sporting activity may be available from your local council or via other sources.

• Sport and physical activity in Christchurch

  Information regarding grant funding and Christchurch Active Living Strategy.

• West Dorset sports development

  West Dorset District Council offers a range of services to encourage people to take part in sport in a safe, accessible environment.