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Cash for Exercise

Mendip District Council is promoting Active Somerset in the area. There is funding available to set up new exercise activities.

Extra money is now available for people who want to burn the calories.Funds for active residents of Mendip have been freed up thanks to an initiative supported by Sport England.

Mendip District Council wants to hear from enthusiastic people across the district who need money and advice to set up new exercise, sports or dance classes this year.

Active Somerset is a scheme being funded by Sport England and both Somerset County Council and the Somerset Primary Care Trust have joined forces with Mendip District Council to get the county into better shape.

Tracey Kenyon, Mendip District Council's active lifestyle officer said: "We are looking to help everyone in the district but we would be particularly pleased to set up exercises classes for residents over 50 years old. There are less sport and active recreation opportunities for this age range and we'd be happy to hear from anyone who is keen to make a difference. Active Somerset can empower you to get your community more healthy and active."

Anyone interested in applying for the funding to set a new exercise, sports or dance class in Mendip, should contact Tracey Kenyon on 01749 648999.

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