Cumberland Council is inviting families to learn more about how they can support their child’s early movement at Starting2Move, a pop-up event in Carlisle on Wednesday 15 October 2025, from 10 am to 4 pm, outside the Tourist Information Centre, Carlisle.
Starting2Move is a pilot initiative designed to help parents and carers feel confident in encouraging movement and play in babies and young children.
The event is a chance for families to:
- Pick up simple movement and play ideas to use at home and in everyday routines.
- Build confidence in supporting their child’s movement.
- Collect a free toy that encourages movement*
- Connect with local organisations and other families in a friendly and supportive place.
- Learn about activities and events in their local area that promote play and movement.
Most importantly, families will go away with new ways to enjoy moving together and to make movement a happy part of daily life.
*subject to availability
Councillor Emma Williamson, Deputy Leader (Non-Statutory) and Children's Services, Family Wellbeing and Housing (Statutory Lead Member for Children's Services) Portfolio Holder, said:
“We are really pleased to welcome Starting2Move to Cumberland. It is a great opportunity for families to build confidence and learn more about how they can help set their children up for a lifetime of healthy movement. I encourage families to come along to learn more and discover simple ways to help their babies and young children get moving.”
Visit the team for friendly advice and demonstrations between 10am and 4pm on Wednesday 15 October, look out for a big blue bus outside the Tourist Information Centre, Carlisle, CA3 8JE.