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  • Steps for Sporting Memories: The series so far

    Steps for Sporting Memories: The series so far

    On our virtual walking routes, you decide how far you would like to walk and when, collecting medals as you go. Set out on your own, or invite friends! Along the way, you will meet and learn more about some of our greatest names in sport and iconic locations. Read more

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Let's talk sport

Our Sporting Memories sessions are designed to get conversation flowing, help re-live positive memories and provide joy and companionship.

We have put together ideas and resources for using sports reminiscence at home. We will be adding to this over the coming weeks - so don't forget to return! #TalkAboutSport

Staying active at home

Staying active at home

Exercise videos from our very own exercise guru Donna. Practical suggestions and demonstrations for building strength and flexibility while staying at home. Read more

Published: 10th December, 2020

Updated: 6th January, 2021

Author: Helen Johnston

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  • Let's talk sport
Steps for Sporting Memories: The series so far

Steps for Sporting Memories: The series so far

On our virtual walking routes, you decide how far you would like to walk and when, collecting medals as you go. Set out on your own, or invite friends! Along the way, you will meet and learn more about some of our greatest names in sport and iconic locations. Read more

Published: 17th August, 2020

Updated: 9th January, 2021

Author: Helen Johnston

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  • Let's talk sport
One-to-one reminiscence videos

One-to-one reminiscence videos

A short film looking at reminiscence over the telephone, with guidance and tips on using simple audio contact and suggestions for resources. This is followed by our one-to-one reminiscence training video. Read more

Published: 25th May, 2020

Updated: 9th January, 2021

Author: Helen Johnston

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  • Let's talk sport
Sporting Memories Weekly

Sporting Memories Weekly

Welcome to 'Sporting Memories Weekly' - our video broadcast bringing you sporting reminiscence, features, exercise tips and more. You may even recognise a few of our contributors! Read more

Published: 29th April, 2020

Updated: 26th August, 2020

Author: Helen Johnston

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  • Let's talk sport
Quizzes and puzzles

Quizzes and puzzles

Have fun with our sporting quizzes and puzzles – put together to help you remember and talk about some of your favourite sporting moments. Read more

Published: 25th March, 2020

Author: Helen Johnston

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Sign up to receive our fantastic digital Sporting Pink publication

Sign up to receive our fantastic digital Sporting Pink publication

Now that all our Clubs have been suspended for the time being, we have made the Sporting Pink available to use – by anyone – at home. Complete our registration form and receive it direct to your inbox! Read more

Published: 25th March, 2020

Updated: 18th December, 2020

Author: Helen Johnston

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Chorley Sporting Memories Club heads online

Chorley Sporting Memories Club heads online

It may not be in its usual location with everyone gathered together, but Chorley Sporting Memories has held its first 'virtual' Club. This video clip is a great taste of our facilitated sessions – and shows how everyone loves to talk about sport. Read more

Published: 20th March, 2020

Updated: 22nd January, 2021

Author: John Dyer

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Keeping active

Keeping active

Keep active with "The Super Six" strength and balance exercises and other ideas for exercising at home. Read more

Published: 19th March, 2020

Updated: 18th August, 2020

Author: John Dyer

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Creating visual sporting memories with the Goal Hanger project

Creating visual sporting memories with the Goal Hanger project

Do you have an all-time favourite football memory? Our friends at the Goal Hanger are inviting Sporting Memories fans to create a poster commemorating a memorable goal, with proceeds being donated to Sporting Memories. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2020

Updated: 18th May, 2020

Author: John Dyer

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  • One of my favourite sporting moments

    One of my favourite sporting moments

    From Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson DBE, on watching David Weir competing in 2012. "Each of his finals was incredible to watch. But my favourite was the 1500m."

  • Rugby fans scrum down for Six Nations Get Together

    Rugby fans scrum down for Six Nations Get Together

    Rugby fans from across the Sporting Memories family came together for 80 minutes of fascinating Six Nations memories in our first ever Scrum Down event – while stars of rugby re-lived special moments.

  • Releasing the pain of history

    Releasing the pain of history

    Sports reporter and BBC commentator Sara Orchard shares her memories of the 2014 Women's Rugby World Cup final.

  • Our latest blog: Sharing memories

    Our latest blog: Sharing memories

    Over the coming year, as we celebrate our tenth anniversary, we will be highlighting some special memories. Our Communications Manager Helen Johnston explains why.

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  • Supporting Former Footballers Living With Dementia

    Supporting Former Footballers Living With Dementia

    Steve Elliott celebrated his 60th birthday in September. A former professional footballer, Steve started his career at Nottingham Forest after signing apprentice forms with Brian Clough and later signed professional forms at the age of 18.

  • Football, Dementia and Me.

    Football, Dementia and Me.

    Alan Shearer's groundbreaking BBC One documentary explored the possible links between football and dementia, we look back on the progress made and continue our campaign to support former players.

  • The Sporting Memories Foundation - England & Wales

    Sporting Memories Foundation (Registered Charity Number 1154474) is the World's first charity dedicated to Sports Reminiscence & Physical Activities.

  • Why volunteer with us

    Why volunteer with us

    By sharing memories of sporting moments however big or small, people are instantly connected, reawakening thoughts feelings and times that would have otherwise been undiscovered all because of a passion for sport.

  • The Sporting Memories Foundation Scotland SCIO

    Our Charity in Scotland.

  • Our Rich History of Partnerships

    Our Rich History of Partnerships

    Sporting Memories Network has developed a compelling, dynamic and innovative approach to tackling the challenges of an ageing society. Our training, resources and project support are designed in partnership with our service users, carers and volunteers.

  • Where your money goes

    Where your money goes

    Find out where your money goes when you support Sporting Memories.

  • One-to-one reminiscence

    One-to-one reminiscence

    Whilst we know the benefits of socialising and attending the weekly clubs, one to one reminiscing can also be an enjoyable and beneficial activity

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    Greater London Clubs

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Published: 5th June, 2018

Updated: 5th May, 2020

Author: John Dyer

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The Sporting Memories Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales (Charity Number 1154474) 
The Sporting Memories Foundation Scotland is a registered charity in Scotland (SC047268)
Sporting Memories Network CIC is a Community Interest Company registered in England (07811301)
Sporting Memories Network Scotland CIC is a Community Interest Company registered in Scotland (SC409470)