Walking Football
Walking Football was a community sports project for children in Peterborough, delivered between 2025 and 2026. Across 23 sessions, it brought together around 20 children from different communities each time. Every session was led by a professional coach, helping children stay active, look after their mental wellbeing, grow in confidence and make positive use of their free time.
23 Football Sessions
Delivered across 2025–2026, giving children regular, fun opportunities to stay active and build healthy habits
12 Months of Walking Football
A full year of free sessions, with snacks for every child, so no family missed out because of cost.
4 Communities Brought Together
Children from four different communities played side by side, building friendships, understanding and respect.
Professional Coach
Every session was led by a professional coach, helping children grow in skills, confidence and wellbeing.
“My children were so excited to come to every football session. I’m truly grateful they had this chance — I couldn’t have afforded to pay for activities for all four of them. They were happy to come every single time, loved the snacks, and made friends from other communities too. I’m so glad they got to be active with a real coach. Thank you for everything you do for us.”
What families told us
— Mother of four participants
Gallery
Moments from our Walking Football sessions: teamwork, fresh air and plenty of smiles.
Acknowledgement
Walking Football was made possible by the generous support of The National Lottery Community Fund and Sport England. Thank you for helping us bring children from different communities together through sport.