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Main Instructor:

Susan Spall

Hosted By:

Susan Spall

Walk Description:

 

Murals or Street Art are getting quite popular in towns now and we have quite a collection in ours.

Join us for a 10km walk where we will see at least 10 and I will share with you the meanings and representation of some of them. Starting from our favourite park, make our way through Preston looking at the murals and then chance for a cuppa before returning along the river.

 The mother – symbol of the lamb seems to have become associated with Preston through its connection to the parish church – John the Baptist. - stating that Jesus was the Lamb of God. Preston coat of arms PP – Peace of Peace. 

Mile 0/21 - depicts the start of the Guild wheel, created as part of the guild celebration.

 Pauline in the yellow dress – depiction of a painting hung in the Harris Museum.

 Betsy Leigh –people took pride in the quality of the cotton cloth it weaved which made the town.  

 

 

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

 

It is advisable to wear a bum bag with a water bottle or hydration pack. Do bring a high energy snack to have on the hoof or as soon as we finish. Wear comfortable clothing that suitable for the weather. Do wear sturdy grippy shoes.

We respect people`s busy agendas and do like to start promptly. Please arrive 5 minutes early for your class and be ready to start on time.

 

Walk speed guide:

Gentle stroll - Gear 1 - Nice pace that you can do for extended periods. 2-2.5mph (these generally are our Wellness walks)   Easy walk - Gear 2 - Faster pace gained through technique. Expect Gear 2 at times throughout the walk with occasional photo stops. 2.5mph (Most of our 1-hour Explorer walks)   Moderate walk - Gear 2/3 - Faster again using technique and with less recovery. Very little stopping. 2.5mph-3mph+ (these are generally Total Body Walx, but also explore this pace on our Explorer and Adventure walks)   Strenuous walk - gear 3/4  (these are generally Total Body Walx, but also explore this pace on our Explorer and Adventure walks).

You are asked to contact your WALX Guide by phone, leaving a voicemail or sending an sms text to the number listed below, if you are likely to be delayed as we do start classes promptly.

Whilst we do understand that sometimes it is not possible to make a class, please be aware that we do operate a no refund policy if you give us less than 2 hours’ notice.

All activities are undertaken at your own risk. We cannot be held responsible for any injuries or accidents incurred. We undertake to deliver all classes with qualified staff and have made every effort to risk assess all WALX. On occasions it is necessary to make dynamic risk assessment decisions when there is a localised incident such as trees fallen en route, flooding, traffic changes, etc.

Please ensure your PARQ is up to date and notify us in writing if you have any change to your medical records, or physical or mental wellbeing. This should include any surgery, falls, knocks, or accidents. Thank you.

Contact details (only contact to notify if late or cancelling)

Matt 07530 813225

 

Location Notes:

Meet under the main railway bridge at the entrance to Miller Park opposite the Continental Pub. Please be mindful of cycling traffic on the Guild Wheel. Parking free by the bridge, or along South Meadow Lane, or in the Hockey Pitches car park.