Exploratory project · Early discussions
Let’s Bounce: Brent
An exploratory community squash project in Brent, inviting schools, clubs and local organisations to help shape a possible participation pilot.
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Outdoor squash in UK
Let’s Bounce is developing a UK participation approach, starting with local conversations in England. Each project needs its own community input, appropriate permissions, operator and sustainable programme. Current listed projects are in London, including Brent Cross Cricklewood in Barnet, East Staffordshire and Barnsley; they are not a UK-wide rollout.
Developing projects and independently delivered examples are labelled separately. A geographic listing does not establish a Squash Dog operation or partnership in that place.
Current work · 10 projects
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Exploratory project · Early discussions
Let’s Bounce: Newham
Following an introductory council discussion, we are developing an outline for affordable, welcoming squash and community activity in Newham.
Explore NewhamExploratory project · Exploring options
Let’s Bounce: Kingston
Following an introductory discussion with Active Kingston, we are exploring possible locations and a welcoming community squash programme.
Explore KingstonExploratory project · Early discussions
Let’s Bounce: East Staffordshire
An early council discussion about a possible outdoor squash participation pilot in East Staffordshire, bringing schools and community activity into the conversation.
Explore East StaffordshireExploratory project · Active local enquiry
Let’s Bounce: Marble Arch fountain terrace
An exploratory outdoor squash opportunity beside the Marble Arch fountains, testing whether a visible central location could welcome new players and community activity.
Explore Marble Arch fountain terraceExploratory project · Exploring options
Let’s Bounce: Oxford Street traffic-free activation
A proposed temporary outdoor squash showcase pavilion on Oxford Street, pairing a show court with a coached-participation court and welcoming community sessions.
Explore Oxford Street traffic-free activationExploratory project · Early discussions
Let’s Bounce: Barnsley
A sponsor-funded community squash proposal for Barnsley, awaiting the council’s view and inviting local participation ideas.
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Let’s Bounce: Brent Cross Cricklewood
A Let’s Bounce community squash project for Brent Cross Cricklewood in the London Borough of Barnet, aligned with Barnet’s published plans for parks, active travel, community and leisure facilities, sport and play.
Explore Brent Cross CricklewoodExploratory project · Exploring options
Let’s Bounce: Cumberland
A community squash proposal for Cumberland, connecting visible outdoor courts with welcoming activity for women and girls, older adults, young people and disabled people.
Explore CumberlandExploratory project · Exploring options
Let’s Bounce: Barking and Dagenham
An idea being explored: a carefully co-designed squash activity pilot shaped around Barking and Dagenham’s participation and inclusion priorities.
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Latest progress
Working towards an exploratory conversation
Brent said its earliest availability would be the week commencing 2 November. We have asked for suitable dates and times. No meeting, site, funding or delivery is confirmed.
Read the project updateAn idea for a locally shaped activity pilot
Added to Squash Dog’s London project collection after reviewing the borough’s published wellbeing, participation and inclusion priorities. We invite local input before developing a pilot proposal. No site, local partner, council endorsement or funding is confirmed.
Read the project updateA Cumberland participation proposal
We have developed a project outline against Cumberland’s published wellbeing and inclusion priorities. Local residents, schools, community organisations and businesses are invited to help shape the programme.
Read the project updateAdded to our London project collection
Let’s Bounce: Brent Cross Cricklewood joins Squash Dog’s London project collection, aligned with the published Brent Cross Cricklewood plans for parks, active travel, community facilities, sport and play. We invite residents, schools, community groups, clubs, disabled participants and local businesses to help shape it.
Read the project updateExploratory outline shared
We have shared an outline covering the proposed participation programme, delivery responsibilities, practical timescales and possible council inputs. We are awaiting the council’s assessment and any proposed introductory discussion. No meeting, site, funding or delivery is agreed.
Read the project updateA sponsorship-led approach proposed
We have shared a revised approach focused on business-supported access and continuing community activity, without asking the council to fund a new project. We are awaiting its view; no sponsor, host or delivery arrangement is confirmed.
Read the project updateAn exploratory conversation invited
Brent has renewed its invitation to discuss temporary squash facilities, accessibility, operating arrangements and evidence of demand. The discussion will need to fit the borough’s wider sports and leisure planning. A date and any further commitments remain to be agreed.
Read the project updateAn introductory discussion
An introductory council discussion explored affordable access and welcoming community activity. We are preparing a short outline for further consideration; the project remains at an early stage.
Read the project updatePilot information requested
Following our initial outreach, the council requested details of the proposed format, Squash Dog’s role, timescales and possible council inputs. This will help it assess feasibility and involve appropriate colleagues. A possible introductory call depends on that outline; no meeting, site or delivery is agreed.
Read the project updateExploring local options
An introductory discussion with Active Kingston has taken place. Potential locations and branding or sponsorship requirements are under review; no arrangements are confirmed.
Read the project updateThe management enquiry narrowed
A response to the management enquiry identified Westminster as the next authority route for Marble Arch island. The specific terrace boundary, landowner and permission process still need confirmation. No activation consent or site availability is established.
Read the project updateInitial pavilion concept shared
An initial two-court showcase and participation concept was sent to the Oxford Street Development Corporation, asking about its process and programme fit. The proposal includes welcoming community sessions and adapted play. No site, date, authority endorsement or delivery agreement is confirmed.
Read the project updateAn outline and a conversation
Brent invited an initial outline and further discussion. We have shared the outline and are exploring how a possible pilot could relate to local needs and existing provision.
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Official links provide context. They are not confirmation of support. Reviewed 12 October 2026.