Neighbourhood Moves
Local spaces. Local Faces. Active Places. In partnership with Making Manchester Fairer.
Unearth those hidden gems within walking distance of your home, learn how to get involved and help your neighbourhood move.
What's it all about?
‘Neighbourhood Moves’ is a community-powered campaign designed to make physical activity more accessible for everyone in Manchester – especially in areas where it’s needed most. As the cost of living rises, staying active shouldn’t be a luxury. This campaign is here to change that.
We’re working hand-in-hand with local communities to highlight and promote the amazing activity spaces, walking routes, green areas, and local providers already on your doorstep. Together, we’re co-creating maps, stories, and opportunities that reflect the real needs and voices of each neighbourhood.
Why it Matters
This campaign is part of the wider Making Manchester Fairer strategy – Manchester’s commitment to tackling health inequalities and creating a fairer, healthier city for all. By focusing on physical activity, we’re addressing one of the key building blocks of better health and wellbeing.
What You’ll Find
- Neighbourhood Maps: Discover local activity hubs, green spaces, and community providers
- Real Stories: Meet the people behind the places – capturing and sharing short videos and social content showcasing local clubs, local providers
- Your Voice Matters: A place to share your views with your neighbourhood on how easy it is to get active
Moss Side Boxing & Athletics Association
The Moss Side Boxing & Athletics Association is a registered Manchester charity and gym organisation.
Historically known as ‘Champs Camp’ at the Phil Martin Centre on Princess Road, the charity was founded in 1981 to provide physical recreation, youth development, and world-class boxing training to the local community
Moss Side Millennium Powerhouse
Moss Side Millennium Powerhouse is a registered charity based in Moss Side Manchester and has been in existence since the year 2000.
We are a Multi Service Youth Hub for central Manchester and home to a range of services for Young People which include; Mental health, Careers advice and guidance, specialist programmes for young people 16-19 who are NEET. We have a Library for Young People, Sports sessions, Arts & Crafts, Youth Club, Music and Drama sessions.
We have meeting/training rooms, a sports hall, Dance studio, Music studio. We provide a space for young people to feel comfortable with a wide range of services under one roof.
We work with a range of partners to ensure we have something for everyone!
N-Gage
N-Gage is a Manchester-based youth charity supporting young people at risk of educational or social exclusion. Partnering with schools, police, and local councils, they deliver youth mentoring, family support, and community initiatives to tackle anti-social behaviour and help young people reach their full potential.
Contact Us: 07944 845835 | christie.spurling@n-gage.org.uk
NEPHRA Good Neighbours
NEPHRA Good Neighbours is a New Moston community charity offering weekly social activities, wellbeing classes, gardening, drop-in cafes, and local support groups for residents.
Contact: 0161 637 6788 / 07716 316026 | office@nephragoodneighbours.org.uk
Newton Heath Children’s Sure Start Centre
Newton Heath Children’s Sure Start Centre provides vital community activities for families with children under five, including ‘Stay, Play and Learn’ groups, Baby Talk and Rhyme sessions, sensory room bookings, infant feeding support, and parenting courses.
Contact: 0161 510 0066 | r.smith@martenscroft.manchester.sch.uk
North Manchester Community Partnership
NMCP work with all residents across North Manchester, especially those facing barriers to social and economic inclusion, including people experiencing poverty, long-term unemployment, and poor mental or physical health, as well as disabled people, older adults, and all from the global majority.
We support individuals who are digitally excluded or isolated, helping them build confidence, develop skills, and improve wellbeing. Our inclusive approach ensures residents are empowered to participate fully in community life and local opportunities.
Gahmei Cheng – gahmei@nmcp.org.uk – Marketing
Marysia Bocquet – marysia@nmcp.org.uk – Community Lead
North Manchester Community Partnership
North Manchester Community Partnership provides free community-focused activities and support programs. They offer English language classes, sewing, art, fitness sessions, women’s empowerment groups, coffee mornings, IT training, and drop-in advice services for form filling and benefits.
Contact: 07712 633654 | hello@nmcp.org.uk | gahmei@nmcp.org.uk
Nurturing Foundations
Nurturing Foundations is a North Manchester community organisation dedicated to empowering young people and families affected by deprivation. Based in Harpurhey, they deliver youth leadership schemes, health and wellbeing projects, and community events to boost aspirations, foster resilience, and create positive opportunities for local residents.
Contact: 07903 072956 | info@nurturingfoundations.org.uk
Parkinsons Activity Group
A 10 week physical activity group for people with Parkinsons to do higher/moderate level group exercise with the goal of transitioning into other ways to be active.
The session is facilitated by trained therapists, assistants and include opportunities to find out about other health services and charity support. The session runs as a circuit with materials and small equipment ready to use.
If you have been recently diagnosed and think this session is for you please contact 0161 529 6767 to find out if you are eligible to join. Or email aashworth@parkinsons.org.uk
Rainbow Centre
The Rainbow Centre is a user led intergenerational volunteer project, serving Crumpsall and Cheetham Hill and surrounding areas with city wide and local projects.
Our main purpose is to offer services run for and by local people, ensuring; equality, empowerment and enablement which is evident in the intergenerational presence of our participants, who determine and implement our activities, designed to increase training, education and employability with health and wellbeing at the heart of all we do to develop social connections, build resilience and independence to meet individual needs and aspirations.
Contact: 0161 740 1652 or email rainbowcentre1844@gmail.com
Rainbow Haven
Rainbow Haven is a charitable organisation based in Gorton that works to support refugees and asylum seekers with a warm welcome and advice around the asylum process, housing, benefits, and building their lives in the UK.
We have a full programme of free activities that includes active and creative wellbeing sessions.
Rainbow Surprise
Our aim is to bring communities together through our food banks, community shop, children and young people sessions, health and wellbeing sessions.
For more information, please contact 07751855229 or email shabz@rainbowsurprise.com
Resonance Centre
The Resonance Centre is a non-profit wellness hub in Clayton (M11) that provides physical and mental health activities. Services include yoga, meditation, sound healing, movement, plant-based nutrition guidance, and digital support to improve local community well-being.
Contact Us: 0161 231 3336 | info@theresonancecentre.co.uk
Revive UK
Revive UK provides free practical support, children activities immigration advice, services, and advocacy for refugees and asylum seekers in M11. They host a drop-in centre every other Tuesday at St Brigid’s Church Hall to assist individuals on their journey of recovery and integration into the community.
Contact Us: 0161 223 5668 | info@revive-uk.org
Second Chance Cycling Hub
Second Chance Cycling Club is a free friendly cycling club for older people, with cycling, fun and coffee! Every Tuesday and Thursday in Wythenshawe Park at 10am. Bikes and helmets can be provided, or you can bring your own.
Contact Christine on 07443492641 or email christinealase4@gmail.com for further information.
Simply Cycling
Simply Cycling provides All Ability Cycling Sessions at 3 Manchester locations; Wythenshawe Park, Boggart Hole Clough in Blackley, and Longford Park, Stretford.
Simply Cycling has a huge range of cycles including hand cycles, recumbents, tricycles, wheelchair transporters, cargo bikes and many more. They pride themselves on enabling anyone to experience the joy of cycling.
The sessions are only £3.50 per person and people with Additional Needs or SEN can turn up anytime without booking and any carers go free.
Contact Helen on 07871621778 or email helenhines68@hotmail.co.uk.
Simply Cycling
Simply Cycling is an inclusive Manchester charity providing all-ability cycling sessions using a fleet of hundreds of adapted bikes, hand-cycles, trikes, and wheelchair-accessible cycles. Operating across venues including Longford Park, Wythenshawe Park, and Boggart Hole Clough, they offer a supportive, safe environment for people of all ages and abilities to ride
Contact: 07871 621778 | helenhines68@hotmail.co.uk
Sporting Edge
Sporting Edge Community Sports Centre provides inclusive sports, fitness, and wellbeing sessions in Openshaw, M11. Facilities include outdoor pitches, a sports hall, and a community room hosting cheerleading, roller-skating, football, youth clubs, and sessions for young people with disabilities.
Contact Us: 0161 301 1412
St George’s Youth & Community Association
St George’s Youth & Community Association provides a community building in Collyhurst for local residents and organizations to rent or use, benefiting areas like Miles Platting and Ancoats. Volunteers also run evening play sessions.
Contact: 0161 834 9368 | stgeorgescommunitycentrem40@gmail.com
Stirling Centre
Stirling Centre is a community venue in Newton Heath managed by CSTAR, serving the local Miles Platting and Newton Heath areas. The facility hosts youth groups, services for older people, and a food bank, while offering a hall available for community and function hire.
Contact: 07922 644407 | cstar.manchester@yahoo.co.uk