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Could you be a Shuttle Star? BH Live launches affordable, accessible sports development programme in Portsmouth

February 13, 2026

Young people across Portsmouth are set to serve up some fun this spring as Shuttle Stars, a brand‑new junior badminton development programme, launches at Charter Community Sports Centre. Shuttle Stars is Badminton England’s official junior pathway, created especially for children aged 7–11. The programme introduces young players to badminton through fast‑paced, games-based learning that builds […]

Ready, set, Rumble Run! Stokewood unveils brand-new pool inflatable

February 12, 2026

Families are encouraged to dive into February half-term and try Rumble Run, a brand-new pool inflatable at Stokewood Leisure Centre.  Featuring oversized demolition balls to dodge, a balancing bridge, and an exhilarating slide, Rumble Run promises up to 45 minutes of high-energy fun for both pay-as-you-go thrill seekers and partygoers.  Launching on Tuesday 17 February […]

Supporting more active lives: BH Live launches Exercise Referral Scheme in Southampton

January 30, 2026

BH Live, a registered charity and social enterprise, is set to provide extra health and wellbeing support to people across the city thanks to the introduction of its Exercise Referral Scheme. Building on BH Live’s long-standing experience running successful exercise referral programmes across the South Coast, the scheme in Southampton will provide a personalised 12-week […]

Local charity celebrates another year of growth, investment, and positive community impact

January 26, 2026

BH Live, a registered charity and one of the UK’s leading leisure and cultural trusts, is celebrating another successful year. It has seen rising participation in physical activity in the sports and leisure centres it operates, an increase in cultural and business events, and the completion of several major investment projects to improve public facilities. […]

Bounce, climb, splash and play in Southampton this half-term

January 26, 2026

Young people and families across Southampton can look forward to a fun‑filled February half‑term, with a packed programme of activities taking place at BH Live Active leisure and sports centres.  Operated by BH Live, a registered charity and social enterprise working in partnership with Southampton City Council, BH Live Active has expanded its junior activity […]

BH Live celebrates sustainability pledge progress

January 26, 2026

BH Live is marking a year of significant progress in its pledge to be more sustainable. Over the past 12 months, the registered charity has worked closely with local authorities and partners to accelerate its commitment to reducing carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency, and enhancing local biodiversity at its leisure and event venues across Dorset, […]

Thanks to overwhelming success, popular family attraction launches more sessions and parties

January 23, 2026

MountAirX, a giant inflatable attraction at Mountbatten Leisure Centre in Hilsea, is launching brand-new play sessions and parties to inspire more young people to have fun getting active together. Since launching in October 2025, MountAirX has welcomed over 2,000 attendances, another positive outcome for BH Live’s continued investment into its junior activity provision in the […]

Enjoy a fantastic season of cultural performances and events at Bournemouth Pavilion

January 16, 2026

Kick off 2026 with a visit to Bournemouth Pavilion for a vibrant season packed with music, culture, comedy, and show‑stopping performances. Building on a hugely successful 2025 programme, charitable operator BH Live, continues to expand the cultural event offering at this much‑loved historic venue. 2026 begins in style with headline acts such as Sir David […]

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