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Date posted 05 Jun 2025
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We're excited to say that Odd Down Sports Ground is hosting a morning of a range of free activities for over 50's on Wednesday 16th July.

We're offering taster sessions of activities such as competitive football, walking football and cricket - helping you explore and try out a wide range of activities you can enjoy in Bath and North East Somerset. To find out more, simply read on.

What's on?

Competitive over 50's Football

These football sessions are run by Life in the Old Dogs, a local organisation who champion friendly, competitive team sports for 50 plus.

Exercise class

We're offering a gentle exercise class focusing on low intensity movements that make a good impact on your body and mind - suitable for all abilities and delivered by one of GLL's qualified fitness instructors.

Walking Cricket

A less intense alternative to regular cricket, our walking cricket sessions are delivered by qualified coaches from Bath Cricket Club and are open for everyone to take part.

Step Forward

We're also offering group walking session for those looking for low intense ways to get active, come join us for a walk and talk session. These activities are delivered by a qualified mental health first aider.

Walking Football

Our walking football sessions will be delivered by qualified coaches from Bath City Football Club Foundation. These sessions are a great way to stay active and meet people in your community.

How do I sign up?

Easy, simply email the relevant email address below to book your place on the activity or activities you'd like to do. 

The full schedule of the day is below, so simply choose the activity you'd like to try out and email us with your full name and chosen activity. 

Walking Football

Time: 10am-11am

Location: 3G

Contact: Paul Benjamin

Email: paul@bathcityfoundation.org 

 

Easy exercise class

Time: 10am to 11am

Location: Community Room

Contact: Mark Harrison

Email: mark.harrison@gll.org 

 

50+ Football taster

Time: 11am-12pm

Location: 3G

Contact: David James

Email: help@lifeintheolddogs.com 

 

Walking cricket taster

Time: 11am-12pm

Location: 3G/grass

Contact: Mark Watts

Email: mark.watts@bathcricket.com 

 

Step Forward Taster

Time:11am to 12pm

Location: Perimeter of field

Contact: Geoff Stevens

Email: geoff@bathcityfoundation.org 

We can't wait to see you

We're so excited to welcome you to our taster morning in a few weeks time! We hope you enjoy and feel good after participating in our wide range of activities on offer.