Staffordshire Sport, Health & Outdoors

Keele University Student Wins Three Bodybuilding Titles in First Seven Competitions

Keele University student Freya Edwards has won three bodybuilding titles in her first seven competitions and is now aiming to earn a professional bodybuilding card.

By The Staffordshire Signal Newsroom

/ 7 Oct 2026

Keele University Student Wins Three Bodybuilding Titles in First Seven Competitions

More Than 2,000 Take On Potters 'Arf As Stoke Turns Out For Its Famous Half Marathon

Runners, walkers and relay teams filled the streets of Stoke-on-Trent for the 2026 Potters 'Arf, with more than 2,000 people taking on one of the city's best known sporting challenges.

By Natalee Trowbridge

/ 6 Oct 2026

From 200 metres to the Potters ’Arf: North Staffordshire lung patients take on the challenge

People living with lung conditions will be among those taking on the Potters ’Arf this Sunday, proving just how much can change with the right support.

By The Staffordshire Signal Newsroom

/ 30 Sep 2026

North Staffordshire lung patients take on the Potters ’Arf

Thousands Take to the Streets as Stafford 10K Celebrates Tenth Anniversary

2,700 people took to the streets of Stafford as the town celebrated the tenth anniversary of its popular 10K race.

By Natalee Trowbridge

/ 22 Sep 2026

Stafford 10K Celebrates Tenth Anniversary - Photo credit - Ian Knight / Z70 Photography

Businesses Invited to Take Part in Charity Padel Tournament

Staffordshire businesses are invited to compete in a charity padel tournament at Ace Padel Stoke, raising funds for disabled and neurodivergent children.

By The Staffordshire Signal Newsroom

/ 15 Sep 2026

Businesses Invited to Take Part in Charity Padel Tournament

Lifeworks Charity

Lifeworks North Staffordshire is a registered charity providing specialised support for individuals aged 14+ with neurodiverse conditions including autism, ADHD, dyspraxia, dyslexia, dyscalculia and Tourette's syndrome. Now celebrating 20 years, discover how they are continuing to help its members.

By Bethany Lockett

/ 13 Sep 2026

New Padel Xero courts open in Cannock

A new padel facility has officially opened in Cannock, with a welcome event featuring free court sessions, coaching demonstrations and freebies planned for 3 October.

By The Staffordshire Signal Newsroom

/ 3 Sep 2026

£135,000 Lyme Valley Pump Track Moves Forward - 5 Years After Residents Called for Action

Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council has approved plans to replace an ageing BMX track at Lyme Valley Parkway as part of the new administration’s drive to deliver visible improvements in communities.

By Will Barnish

/ 20 Aug 2026

£135,000 Lyme Valley Pump Track Moves Forward - 5 Years After Residents Called for Action

Sizzlers Kidsgrove calls for community support for Sandyford fire fundraiser

Sizzlers Kidsgrove is bringing the community together with plans for a charity football match and fundraiser day to support families affected by the fire at Sandyford.

By Natalee Trowbridge

/ 15 Aug 2026

Viral coffee rave sensation Rant and Ramble to kick off Recoverfest in Uttoxeter

The alcohol-free morning rave movement that has collaborated with Davina McCall and attracted national media attention is coming to Staffordshire

By The Staffordshire Signal Newsroom

/ 13 Aug 2026

Hundreds enjoy nature themed Playday with Staffordshire Wildlife Trust

More than 300 people enjoyed fun activities and play at The Wolseley Centre’s annual Playday.

By The Staffordshire Signal Newsroom

/ 9 Aug 2026

The Wolseley Centre’s annual Playday 2026 - Staffordshire Wildlife Trust

Lucas Herbert and Ripper GC claim LIV Golf UK titles at JCB in Staffordshire

Lucas Herbert completed a dominant four days of golf as he secured the individual title at LIV Golf UK Presented by JCB in Rocester.

By The Staffordshire Signal Newsroom

/ 7 Aug 2026

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