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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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A picturesque 5-mile route from Kilmeston to Beauworth, on the Wayfarer's Way and the South Downs, with lovely views back over Hinton Ampner.

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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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Join us for this medium-paced 7 km walk from Haslam Park.   As we leave the historic park we’ll venture along the towpath of the Lancaster Canal.  We will wander into Cottam and join part of the Guild Wheel before returning back along the Ribble Link canal to Haslam.

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

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For those who who have completed the LTW course, this action packed walk is designed to improve your fitness levels . Strength and conditioning drills are incorporated into the walk session which is paced at varying levels of  intensity to suit all levels of ability. 

Let's go walking!

 Great Coffee and chat afterwards

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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 is in Mayfield, starting at Mayfield Yarns close to Ashbourne. We walk around Church Mayfield, Middle Mayfield, and Clifton. Mayfield is a large, sprawling village on the Staffordshire side of the River Dove, close to Ashbourne.

Middle Mayfield has some lovely 17th and 18th-century houses. Church Mayfield, down by the river and the oldest part of the village, has the church and an old yarn mill where we meet. It is an old village with a lovely church and since the end of the 18th century, it has mostly made a living through the cotton mills situated along the River Dove.  

Exploring this area, we have some good views and more gentle terrain.

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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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Find out how to use fitness walking poles to achieve the results YOU want.

This 2 PART COURSE, delivered in partnership with WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL and including a free pole clinic, will help you understand how to select the right kind of poles and use them for health, fitness, fun or challenges.  

This course is delivered over 2 x 1-hour sessions:

·         The first session will ensure you get the correct movement and technique using strapless poles

·         The second session will enable you to practice your technique and we will then help you select the right poles and walks for YOU!  

SESSION DATES : 8th and 15th April at 10am

Please book and pay for this session and we will add you to the second; there will be no additional cost.

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Join us for this gentle paced 2-3 km walk around the Longsands area. We can stop for refreshments at the Anderton Arms.

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.

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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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The Power of the Poles induction will empower you to use poles at the correct intensity in order to obtain the fitness gains that you want.

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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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These WALX make every step count! Total Body walking™ is a unique mix of drills and strength exercises.

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Gentle Walk with Mel

Explore - woodland, hills and meadows, all part of these most enjoyable walks.

This walk is for those who can walk 5-6 km in an hour and is moderate pace. Please do get in touch if you wish to ascertain your suitability.

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

For just a £28.00 monthly membership you can join *unlimited WALX, *90mins & under.

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Where better to learn the benefits of using poles than on an old Iron Age Hillfort with 360 degree views.

The POWER OF THE POLES Induction process is suitable for all levels and is a structured teaching programme. 

Your qualified Instructor will help you understand your current level of fitness and empower you to use poles at the correct intensity in order to get the results you want.

At the end of this session, you will have a full understanding of using poles correctly and a level where you will be issued with the NWUK Freedom Passport, allowing you to join thousands of walks & classes, every week all around the UK.