BH Live, a registered charity and social enterprise, is celebrating the largest delivery of HAF (Holiday Activities and Food Programme Funding) funded activity sessions across Portsmouth. Funded through Portsmouth City Council’s HAF Fun Pompey scheme, the sessions are designed to inspire more young people to get active during the school holidays at BH Live Active […]
Author: Daisy Saunders
Get ready for the summer! BH Live launches action-packed activity programme for young people across Portsmouth
This summer, families across Portsmouth are in for treat! Registered charity and social enterprise BH Live has rolled out another bumper timetable of activities and attractions guaranteed to keep kids of all ages moving, smiling, and entertained throughout the holidays, come rain or shine. BH Live is committed to helping children and young people stay […]
London Mozart Players announces new Principal Conductor and Artistic Advisor for 2025/2026 season
London Mozart Players has announced full details of their 2025/26 season, marking a new chapter with Jonathan Bloxham as the new Principal Conductor and Artistic Advisor, deepening his long-standing collaboration with the orchestra. Upcoming events include: Mozart, Master of Drama: LMP’s opening concert with Danielle de Niese at St Martin- in-the-Fields Samuel Coleridge-Taylor at 150: […]
Coastal BID’s new mural celebrates Bournemouth’s iconic music moments
A bold new mural has been unveiled at the roundabout at the bottom of Priory Road on Bournemouth’s West Cliff, transforming a previously overlooked space into a vibrant and welcoming gateway that celebrates music, creativity, and community. The artwork, commissioned by Bournemouth Coastal BID using BCP Council Town Centres Improvement Fund support, was designed and […]
Patron generosity breathes new life into Bournemouth’s historic and cultural gem
A two-week project to refresh Bournemouth Pavilion’s iconic exterior has completed, and it looks great! Celebrating 95 years of cultural history last year, work was carried out to preserve the venue’s traditional heritage colours and charm. The project was made possible thanks to the Pavilion’s Restoration Fund, which is supported by generous donations from patrons […]
Stokewood Leisure Centre celebrating 95 years
On Saturday 12 July 2025, it will be 95 years since Stokewood Leisure Centre in Winton open its doors – and what better way to mark this milestone than with a great line-up of selected FREE activities and a ribbon cutting ceremony. Saturday 12 July: Games, fitness, and family fun for all From 9:35am–11:10am residents […]
Running group for autistic adults launches in Portsmouth
A new monthly running group is launching in Portsmouth, offering autistic adults an inclusive and supportive space to enjoy running, build confidence, and boost wellbeing. For both seasoned runners and those just getting started, the sessions are being delivered by registered charities BH Live and Autism Hampshire. The free sessions will be delivered by BH […]
Bournemouth Pavilion to fund pupil premium pantomime tickets
Thanks to the generosity of Bournemouth Pavilion 2024 panto audience members, more than 180 schoolchildren from the BCP region will be eligible to enjoy funded tickets to see performances of the venue’s 2025/26 festive production – Cinderella. The Pavilion Theatre team collected a substantial amount in audience donations during last year’s run of Jack and […]
Southampton City Council appoints charity to run sport and leisure centres
The council is pleased to announce that following a comprehensive competitive process, leading leisure operator BH Live will take over the management of leisure services across Southampton from 1 September 2025. BH Live is a registered charity and social enterprise, on a mission to improve health and wellbeing in the communities they serve across Dorset […]
Volunteer opportunity available in one of Bournemouth’s historic, cultural venues
Local history buffs and theatre lovers are encouraged to apply for a unique volunteering opportunity at Bournemouth Pavilion to look after the venue’s archives spanning over 95 years. The exciting role will offer a unique insight into Bournemouth Pavilion’s history and those who have graced the stage and ballroom. The volunteer will help the venue’s […]