We’re thrilled to share our Active Teams results across Calder & Ryburn PCN and Upper Calder Valley PCN from January to March this year, and the numbers speak for themselves!
- 67 Active Colleagues across the quarter
- 5,375 activities completed, covering a combined 9,310 Active Miles
- Staff average 242 minutes of activity per person, per week – that’s 92 minutes above the NHS recommended 150 minutes!
- A combined total of over 3,238 hours of activity logged across the quarter
- Walking was the most popular activity, accounting for over 103,000 minutes, followed by workouts and running
A fantastic start to 2026 – a huge well done to everyone who has taken part.
National Walking Month
May sees National Walking Month, organised by walking charity Living Streets.
This year, they are highlighting the benefits of walking for women and asking women to #WalkOut – and get outside for a walk each day in May for their own wellbeing.
Women are more likely to make multi-purpose journeys, such as combining school drop-offs, care responsibilities and errands within a single trip. Living Streets wants women to go for a walk for themselves– and their own enjoyment.
Across the UK, people of all ages and genders are finding joy in a daily walk – why not join them?
Find out more about National Walking Month.
Pennine Paths Walking Challenge – May 2026
Our brand new Pennine Paths challenge is here! This May, employees across the Primary Care Network, GP and Adult Social Care Teams are taking on a 268-mile virtual journey along the iconic Pennine Way.
Staff will take part in teams with their colleagues, with every mile of movement counting towards the challenge. The route begins in the Scottish Borders and heads south through some of England’s most spectacular landscapes – passing through local favourites like Hebden Bridge and Todmorden before finishing at Edale in the Peak District.
Every mile walked, run or swum moves the team along the route – so every activity counts!
- Team prize: Every team that completes the full 268-mile journey will be entered into a prize draw to win £100 worth of vouchers.
- Individual bonus: Reach 25 miles yourself and you’ll be entered into a draw to win one of five £20 vouchers.
If you would be interested in your organisation taking part in future challenges to encourage physical activity please contact any or all of the below contacts:
Living Streets – For walking specific challenges for your organisation and walk champion training for your staff: ross.gemmell@livingstreets.org.uk
Active Teams – Transforming your workplace with engaging activity challenges that energise teams and boost connections nairn@activeteams.co.uk
Pennine GP Alliance – Supporting Calderdale GP Practices towards Active Practice Status: ella.fairbrother@nhs.net