Chorley FC Community Foundation Activity Programme

Chorley FC Community Foundation Activity Programme 

Subject to change

Friday 31 July - Community & Inclusion Day

   
10:00am

Foundation Welcome & Open Activities
Introduction to Chorley FC Community Foundation, the weekend timetable and free-play engagement.

10:15am

Toddler Ball Play & Movement Session (Ages 2–4)
Gentle football and multisport activities for toddlers and parents/carers focused on movement, confidence and fun.

10:45am

The club mascot, Victor Magpie Colouring & Arts Zone
Children’s arts and crafts including mascot colouring sheets, football-themed crafts and creative activities.

11:15am

Girls Football Taster Session (Ages 7–12)
Female-focused football session encouraging confidence, participation and enjoyment.

12:00pm

Club Official Meet & Greet
Potential appearance from a player, coach or club representative for photographs, autographs and informal interaction.

12:30pm

Family Multisport Challenge
Inclusive activities for all ages including target games, relays and fun physical challenges.

1:15pm

Walk & Talk Community Stroll
Light social walking activity promoting wellbeing, conversation and social connection.

1:45pm

Walking Football Demonstration (50+)
Inclusive walking football activity showcasing opportunities for older adults to stay active.

2:15pm

Penalty Shootout Challenge
Open football challenge for children, young people and families.

2:45pm

Veterans & Community Social Drop-In
Informal engagement activity promoting veterans projects and community inclusion work.

3:15pm

Foundation Celebration Activity
Music, giveaways and interactive family engagement to close the day’s programme.

 

Saturday 1 August - Health, Wellbeing & Participation Day

   
10:00am 

Morning Welcome & Community Warm-Up
Light movement and engagement activities to begin the day.

10:15am

Mini Multisports Session (Ages 5–8)
Fun activities including football, throwing games, agility and coordination challenges.

10:45am

The club mascot, Victor Magpie Craft Corner
Creative football-themed arts and crafts for children and families.

11:15am

Boys Football Skills Session (Ages 8–13)
Football development session featuring teamwork, fun drills and mini-games.

12:00pm

Health & Wellbeing Information Session
Informal discussion around wellbeing, physical activity and health awareness including the Spring North Lung Cancer Awareness Project.

12:30pm

Club Official Skills Challenge
Potential player or coach-led football skills and challenge activities.

1:00pm

 Inclusive Football Session
Adapted football activities encouraging participation for all abilities and backgrounds.

1:45pm

Walk & Talk Wellbeing Session

Community wellbeing walk encouraging positive mental health and social interaction.

2:15pm

Older Adults Stretch & Mobility Session
Gentle floor-based stretching and mobility activities using yoga mats, focused on relaxation,

2:45pm

Family Penalty Competition
Fun family football competition with small prizes and giveaways.

3:15pm

Dance, Movement & Finale Activities
Interactive music and movement activities which may include appearances from the club mascot, Victor Magpie, subject to availability.

   

 

Sunday 2 August - Family & Celebration Day

10:00am

Foundation Welcome & Open Play
Introduction to the final day’s programme with family engagement activities.

10:15am

Parent & Child Football Fun (Ages 3–6)
Shared football activities encouraging family participation and confidence building.

10:45am

The club mascot, Victor Magpie Creative Station
Arts, crafts and football-themed creative activities for children.

11:15am

Girls & Women’s Football Activity Session
Female-focused football activities celebrating participation opportunities for girls and women.

12:00pm

Chorley FC Official Appearance
Potential player, coach or management representative Q&A, photographs and autographs.

12:30pm

Community Games Arena
Mixed-age multisport activities including reaction games, obstacle activities and team challenges.

1:15pm

Veterans Walking Football & Social Activity
Showcasing Armed Forces veterans activities and social inclusion projects.

1:45pm

Walk & Talk Community Connection Session
Relaxed community walk promoting conversation, wellbeing and inclusion.

2:15pm

Open Football Festival
Small-sided inclusive football activities involving mixed ages and abilities.

2:45pm

Community Recognition & Prize Giveaways
Celebration of participation with giveaways, acknowledgements and community engagement.

3:15pm

Festival Finale
Music, photographs and a final thank you from Chorley FC Community Foundation. Appearances from the club mascot, Victor Magpie, would be subject to availability.