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These walks are a chance to use your Nordic Walking skills in the stunning surroundings of the New Forest and our beautiful coastline.

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10:00 Lyme Park on Fridays

Come and join us on a social walk on a circular route of around 5km within the Historic Estate of Lyme Park.

Nestling on the edge of the Peak District, Lyme was once home to the Legh family, and in its heyday a great sporting estate. 

The estate is 1400 acres, so offers lots of different walks with stunning views, and we may see some of their famous deer herd too.

Optional coffee and cake afterwards in The Timberyard Cafe. 

Gears 1 and Hill techniques                         9:30-11:00   

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Learn the basics of Nordic Walking and receive your Freedom Passport.

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A moderaterly placed one hour (ish) social walk which will help improve your fitness and wellbeing.

Please park at Bedfords car park by Wildlife centre (cafe) where the walk will start from. Parking is free.

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Join me for a walk in the countryside around Hildenborough.  It could be a little muddy so robust footwear recommended!

I need a minimum of 3 people for a walk.  Please cancel by 6pm the day before a walk.  If you need to cancel after this time or on the day of the walk, I would ask that you just let me know that you cannot attend and the walk will remain chargeable. If a walk is to be cancelled due to insufficient numbers, I will let you know by 8pm the evening before.

MODERATE Walks - walks might involve hills and we walk at a pace of around 3 - 3.5 miles per hour.  The walks are usually around 90 mins.

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WALX of Wellbeing are free walks led by qualified volunteer walk leaders, previously known as Walking for Health Walks these are a great way to get outdoors, enjoy the green spaces and make new friends.  

Free WALX of Wellbeing - Thamesmead Library at The Nest    

Please book your session prior to walking, don’t hesitate to get in touch if you need any help.  

Meeting Day and Time: Tuesday 10.00am

Meeting Point: Thamesmead Library, The Nest in Cygnet Square, SE2 9FA

Parking: Free parking on Yarnton Way and Seacourt Road by Willow Bank Primary school.

Buses: 177, 229, 244, 301, 401, B11

Toilet and Refreshments available: Yes

Description of the Walk: From the Library the WALX Guide will lead you through one of 3 routes. Choosing from the walk to the River Thames, Lesnes Abbey or Southmere Lake. Approximately 1.5-2.0 miles. After the walk, you are warmly invited to join us in the library for a coffee or tea and biscuits for which there is nominal 50p charge.   

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This week the terrific Tuesday series of Explorer WALX location is Mapleton, a charming and secluded brick-built village in the Dove valley with attractive views located just outside of Ashbourne.

Mappleton offers the serenity of unchanging scenery and peace. A one arch bridge spans the river dove to carry the road to Okeover Hall, an early 18th century Hall.

This walk is designed to help to keep you improving and get noticeable results whilst offers a very sociable time, mainly on footpaths through fields, hills and views.  

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Our Wellbeing classes are gentler Nordic walking sessions, suitable for those gradually building their fitness levels, or with injuries or medical conditions that require a more gradual approach to improved health and fitness.

For those who will benefit, this class can include gentle balance, strength and breathing exercises, and individual rest periods are incorporated when required.

This session is about an hour.

Poles Provided

Wear footwear suitable for outdoor walking and clothes to match the weather.

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Your introductory session to feel for yourself how fitness poles can transform your walking!

At the end of this Power of Poles Introductory session, you will have a full understanding of using poles correctly and be at a level where you will be issued with the WALX Freedom Passport, allowing you to join walks & classes.

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Hosted by Cathy:

This lovely walk takes you through part of the Shropshire Way, with magnificent Views of of surrounding hills and countryside. 

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Join us for this gentle paced 2-3 km walk around the Docks area. Finishing with refreshments.

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

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A sociable gentle paced walk of approximately 2 miles with a pace of 20+ min/mile.

Mostly a Gear 1 walk with occasional and limited bursts of gear 2 where appropriate and on mixed terrain, this walk makes the most of our beautiful countryside and is a relaxing way to enjoy being active outdoors.

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A sociable moderately paced walk of approximately 5 miles with a pace of 17-18 min/mile.

Mostly a Gear 2 walk and on mixed terrain, this walk makes the most of our beautiful countryside and is a refreshing way to enjoy being active outdoors.

Every spring the floor of our ancient woodlands is transformed into a mass of fragrant bluebells. This spectacular carpet of vibrant blue captures the very essence of British woodland.Bluebells are the bounty of spring and today we head out to capture their beauty.

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Join our Guided Nordic Walk around the ancient Forest. Walks are led by our team of experienced Forestry England Volunteers. Our walks are suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels, who have completed a NWUK Learn to Walk Course and are comfortable walking for the full 90 minutes.

Please sign up at least 2 hours before the advertised start time so that we can ensure one of our volunteer leaders will be there.

Please note that walks may be cancelled at short notice, full refunds will be given if this happens. 

Please book in advance online. Freedom Passport Holders only.

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The Strollers Health Walk is a highly social and supportive session, perfect for improving your health and fitness. If you find the pace a bit challenging, you can join the 10.15am Striders Group, a slightly faster  option.

Who is it for?This session is ideal for:

The Benefits:Many of our members have already experienced fantastic results, including:

We also have a lot of fun as we enjoy exercising in the fresh air and building a supportive community. This is a very social session, making it a great way to meet others while taking care of your health.

Come join us and experience the benefits for yourself!

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Looking for a fun, social way to improve your fitness and overall wellbeing?

Our wellness walking sessions are the perfect choice! A firm favorite among our members—who proudly call themselves ‘The Hillbillies’. This session is all about challenging your body while enjoying the fresh air and camaraderie of others.

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For those of our members (and their partners/carers as appropriate) with mild Parkinson's symptoms, this is a gentle and safe way to improve posture, functional movement and confidence when walking. No pressure here to walk further or faster than you feel comfortable with. This leisurely walk lasts up to an hour, and includes exercises that help with flexibility, balance and strength. 

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Medium Adventure Walk: Exploring Chatsworth Estate and Edensor

Date: Tuesday 29th April

Meet at 9.45 for 10am start at Calton Lees car park, DE4 2NX

Distance: 4 miles, 2 hours

The walk: Footpaths, farm tracks and quiet lanes without pavement. Some areas prone to mud and uneven walking.We start walking uphill via a farm track and woods. When we leave the woods, we see Edensor in front of us. Going downhill now, crossing park land, where we might see the deer. There is the option to go to the tearoom in Edensor. We will talk about this closer to the walk. Level walking through the park, along the river brings us back to the car park.Please bring water & snacks, also waterproofs & layers.

Stiles: 1

Gradients: Lowest 340ft, Highest 765ft, Total ascent 490ft  

Lunch: Calton Lees Garden Centre

Price: £10

Booking essential: A Valid Registered Nordic Walking UK Freedom Card is required to book this Activity. 

Refund Policy: Please note as this is an Adventure Walk, cancellations can only be made prior to 12hrs with a refund. After this time no refund is given due to the planning time involved for these walks. If you need to cancel last minute please contact me (Janneke 07469895267) asap.  

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Our lovely Tuesday walk is an hour of easy walking incorporating some mobility, balance and stretches - perfect for those who don't want to push themselves too much, are recently starting out on their Nordic walking journey or quite simply want to have an hour of steady, pleasurable  walking.

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Striders Health Walk – A Fun and Social Session 

The Striders Health Walk is a highly social and supportive session, perfect for improving your health and fitness. If you find the pace a bit challenging, you can join the 10am Strollers Group, a gentler option designed to help you progress at your own pace.

Who is it for?This session is ideal for:

The Benefits:Many of our members have already experienced fantastic results, including:

We also have a lot of fun as we enjoy exercising in the fresh air and building a supportive community. This is a very social session, making it a great way to meet others while taking care of your health.

Come join us and experience the benefits for yourself!

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Total Bdoy WALX sessions are all about improving fitness. This session is a walk with drills, using the terrain and distance stamina and endurance will  mprove.

Some resistance work will be included using resistance bands. Technique is also worked on, good technique will provide an excellent cardio and overall body workout. 

This session is a mix of everything to get you stronger and fitter.          

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A great chance to build up your fitness whilst enjoying a Nordic walk in this beautiful Country Park. Previously an Ironstone Quarry the park is a lovely mix of woodland and green spaces bursting with flora and fauna. The varied tracks and trails provide variety and mixed terrain with opportunities to raise the heartbeat but also time to enjoy peace and mindfulness.

Available to those who hold a FREEDOM PASSPORT.

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A gentle- to moderate-paced Nordic walk for all abilities. Your instructor will challenge faster walkers while supporting those who require a slightly gentler pace. New to Nordic walking and Total Body Walking? Get in touch to discuss getting started on a Tuesday morning.

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A gentler walk at a pace suitable for those building their fitness levels and who prefer a more accommodating walking pace. This Wellness WALX is open to those using poles, not using poles or who would like to try poles. Beginners are very welcome.

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A beautiful walk with extensive views over farmland.

This is a very historic area.

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