In July 2024, Wyre Council launched its ambitious Wyre Moving More strategy to tackle physical inactivity whilst reducing obesity levels and long-term health conditions.
You can find more information on the strategy here:
WMM – This is my move
The Wyre Moving More Awards will be held on Thursday 12th November 2026 in Thornton. We need your help to find the worthy winners!
Nominate now!
The awards will recognise the important work individuals, clubs, coaches, schools and volunteers contribute to improve health and wellbeing, connect communities, organise sport and provide opportunities to move regularly.
Tribute will be made to those who show dedication to perform at the highest level, regardless of their age. The awards give praise to those in the community that work tirelessly to create an environment where people can thrive and be active.
There are eight award categories:
1. Volunteer of the Year Award
2. School of the Year Award
3. The Activating Communities Award
4. Young Achiever of the Year Award
5. Coach of the Year Award
6. Health and Wellbeing Award
7. Club of the Year Award
8. Diversity and Inclusion Award
Judging Criteria
Please consider the following when making your nomination:
- The background, circumstances and journey of the person/group nominated.
- The impact of their work on individuals and the community.
- Relevant achievements of the individual, group or school, especially within the last 12 months.
- Barriers overcome.
- The voluntary effort the organisation/person/group has made and is making.
The opportunity to nominate will end at midnight Wednesday 23rd September 2026.
Volunteer of the Year Award
The Volunteer of The Year Award is given to a volunteer who has given up their free time to promote and support active lifestyles in a non-coaching capacity at a traditional sports or activity club. Volunteers are the backbone of majority of clubs in Wyre, not just those on the playing pitches but those in the background who work incredibly hard to provide opportunities for people of all ages in the borough.
School of the Year Award
This award recognises a school that goes above and beyond to support its pupils' physical and mental health.
The winning school demonstrates an exceptional commitment to inclusivity by providing varied opportunities for all students, regardless of ability, to become more active, engaged, and healthy
The Activating Communities
This award is presented to an individual or group that goes the extra mile within their community. The recipient demonstrates exceptional dedication by supporting others to participate in physical activity and providing innovative opportunities that make a lasting difference.
Young Achiever of the Year Award
The Young Achiever of the Year award is for some of the most talented performers across the County, who show exceptional dedication to their sport and have the potential to perform at the highest level.
Coach of the Year Award
The Coach of the Year Award is made for the coach or activator who has selflessly given up their time and invested their expertise to help those interested in sport and active lifestyles to improve their skills, confidence and realise their full potential. They have acted as a role model for many and shown a real commitment to improving the ability of others, both within the activity and beyond.
Health and Wellbeing Award
The Health & Wellbeing Award shines a light on those supporting others with their physiological health, mental wellbeing, health management or any of the wider outcomes supported by physical activity or sport, emphasising the vital role that being physically active plays in supporting health outcomes.
Club of the Year Award
The Club of the Year is given to a thriving organisation who have showcased that they are proactive and well-governed, working hard to retain and attract new participants. They have shown great impact within their community to help encourage more people to live active lifestyles.
Diversity and Inclusion Award
The Inclusion award celebrate those groups, clubs or individuals who champion opportunities for individuals with disabilities or needs in sport and aim to make the sporting world more diverse and inclusive.