Our Mission
At Living Better we believe in the transformative power of physical activity.
Living Better is a charity dedicated to improving health, happiness, and wellbeing across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. Our mission is simple, to help people and communities move more and live better.
We are here to support more people in being more active. Movement is a low-cost, high-impact intervention that prevents and treats chronic illness, improves mental health, and strengthens communities.
Our Mission and work
By developing and delivering impactful programmes, forming partnerships, and embedding activity into local systems and policies, we aim to be part of the solution for building healthier, stronger communities.
Our work is made possible by the generous support of our funders, donors, and grant providers. Their contributions empower us to create sustainable and meaningful change in the communities we serve.
Adults & Older People
We offer a range of exercise classes, walking sports programmes, and health services for adults.
Children & Young People
We work with schools and youth groups to offer programmes tailored to young people’s needs.
Place & Community
We work with community groups and local government to improve communities and places.
Sports & Welfare
We offer a range of club support, safeguarding and welfare services, and our Sporting Chance Fund.
Where do we work?
At Living Better, we are committed to reducing inactivity and tackling physical activity inequalities across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. we ensure that every community has access to inclusive sport opportunities and pathways to active, healthier lives.
By taking a place-based working approach, we can prioritise areas with the most need. We work hard to build strong partnerships with community representatives and changemakers to respond directly to local need and co‑create sustainable systems that support active living.
Socioeconomic Inequalities
Reducing barriers for communities facing challenges like lower incomes, unemployment, and limited facility access to offer equitable opportunities.
Health Disparities
Delivering targeted interventions in areas with high rates of long-term health conditions, such as obesity, heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, and mental health challenges, to inspire active lifestyles and improve outcomes.
Limited Access to Facilities
Collaborating with schools, community groups, and councils to enhance access to infrastructure.
Sport England
As an Active Partnership, we are part of a national network supported by Sport England. Up and down the country we are united in our mission, working to transform lives and affect widespread social change. Our focus is on creating conditions in communities that enable sustainable positive impact.
Together, we address the challenges that prevent people from leading active lives in our areas, while promoting inclusivity, tackling inequalities, and removing barriers to participation.
Find out more about the work we do as part of the Sport England national Uniting the Movement strategy.
Get involved
Ready to make a lasting impact? We invite businesses of all sizes to explore partnership opportunities with us.
Join our mission to create positive change, and let’s work together to build a better future for all. To learn more about how your organisation can partner with us, get in touch.
Bringing movement into the heart of health
Living Better offers more than programmes. We offer a way of working that bridges gaps, brings people together, and helps systems shift. We act where the need is greatest, and we deliver with integrity and impact. Join us in creating a healthier, more active future – together.
Samantha Hyde, CEO
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Our goal is to create a healthier, more active future for everyone. By focusing on areas of greatest need, we aim to ensure that no one is left behind, and every community has the opportunity to thrive through sport and physical activity.