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Latest News

The Sands Leisure Centre Commonwealth open weekend

Local residents are invited to discover a new sport, and celebrate the 2026 Commonwealth Games at the Sands Centre, Carlisle.

Date posted 10 Jul 2026

Drowning Prevention Week, Held 13th - 20th June 2026

Drowning Prevention Week (DPW) is one of the UK and Ireland’s largest water safety campaigns. Spearheaded by the Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS).

Date posted 24 Jun 2026

New British Gymnastics Foundation Love to Move Programme Launches at The Sands Centre to Support Older Adults and Those Living with Cognitive Impairments

The Sands Centre is delighted to announce the launch of the British Gymnastics Foundation's Love to Move programme

Date posted 09 Jun 2026

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Cumbria Waste Group Announces Sponsorship of The Cumbria Waste Group Great Cumbrian Run 2026

New partners for The Great Cumbrian Run

Date posted 03 Jun 2026