Darlington Borough Council, alongside community partners, has produced a Sport & Physical Activity Strategy in recognition of the need for an overarching document to guide the development and provision of sport and physical activity in Darlington.

The 2007-2011 Darlington Sport and Physical Activity Strategy directly supercedes the Sport and Recreation Strategy (2003-2008) in order to reflect the broader sport and physical activity agenda.  A comprehensive consultation process was undertaken with various partners across Darlington to underpin the strategy.  As a result of these consultations five main themes emerged and these can be seen below and also link in to our Sports Development Action Plan.

1. Increase participation in Sport & Physical Activity.
2. Develop a high quality infrastructure with high quality coaches, volunteers and leaders to enable residents to 'start, stay and succeed' in Sport & Physical Activity.
3. Ensure residents of Darlington have a healthier lifestyle.
4. Enhance the take-up of Sport & Physical Activity opportunities by 5-16 year-olds.
5. Contribution to the provision of safe, strong and sustainable communities.

The Strategy is currently in its final draft stage and will appear on this page when complete.