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The theme is for an adventure walk involving an ascent of 1,285 feet (390 metres) with fantastic views incorporating the Ribble valley, the forest of Bowland and on a clear day Morecambe Bay and the Pennines. 

This is the second of more challenging hill walks to the trig points of many North West based popular features.

This overlooks Bowland Forest Gliding club and the location for hangliders on the west side of Parlick Hill..

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

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From one hour WALX in your local country park to a half day in the hills, our Explorer WALX capture the variety of scenery, themes and types of WALX that suit your lifestyle. If you love WALX to the pub or WALX with the dog or simply WALX in wild locations we have them all! Whether long, short, tough or gentle we welcome all ages and all levels.

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Our social Explorer Walx explore the beautiful areas around Hertford and its surrounding towns and villages and are open to walkers who do not wish, or are not able, to use poles. 

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Taking in Knighton Park and the surrounding area, there is always plenty to chat about on our Wednesday walks! Come along and discover the various paths with Chrissie, one of our Nordic walk leader volunteers.

Please come suitably prepared for whatever the weather will be this this week and remember that if it has rained heavily some paths may become muddy in places.

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Join Emma for a 2hr Bluebells at Ashridge Moderate Adventure Nordic Walk

*Parking is in the main Ashridge National Trust Car Park (along the long drive - meet at the top 'near' the cafe)

ADVENTURE pace: 5 km/3 miles p/hr

TERRAIN: Grass land, fields, woodland paths with some gentle hills

DISTANCE: approx 10km

PLEASE READ FULL WALK DESCRIPTION FOR MORE DETAILS.

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A beautiful walk in a variety of woods and heathland typical of the New Forest.

Parking near the High Corner Inn and refreshments there afterwards.

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A walk in and around the beautiful grounds and parkland at Attingham. 

Nordic Walx are simply sociable Nordic walks in a mixed ability group, enjoying beautiful locations in and around South Shropshire and beyond. Most routes are circular and will try to make the most of the beautiful surroundings.

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Choose the pre-paid option and get 20% off - this walk costs £6

Pay by monthly direct debit and this walk is included in the package

The wellbeing walk is suitable for those who have completed the Power of Poles Introductory course/Learn to Nordic walk course and/or haven`t attended a class for a while.

This walk is also suitable for anyone coming back from an injury/illness or has medical conditions that prevent them from walking at a faster pace.

By regularly attending, you will be able to focus on increasing the intensity of your walking as fitness levels improve.

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A sociable gentle paced walk of approximately 4 miles with a pace of 20+ min/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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 This week we start at the Willy Watt Marina in Ringstead. We set off along the disused railway before heading over to Denford alongside the winding River Nene. Having looked with envy at the waterside properties we leave Denford and head towards Ringstead and Kinwell Lakes.

One of our favourite walks with plenty of opportunity to look out for wildlife.

The Water Mill Tearooms is a perfect spot to enjoy some refreshments after the walk. Unfortunately they are not taking bookings so availability will be on a first come first served basis. 

Approx 5 miles.

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This 90 minute course will introduce you to the wonderful world of Nordic walking – a very sociable way to get fit, and stay fit, in our beautiful surroundings.  The course includes the use of both strapless Nordic walking poles - which will be used predominantly for ease of learning - and strapped poles, and covers the basics to enable you to get going effectively, and immediately. 

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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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Gentle WALX that incorporate balance work, flexibility and Yoga postures with the use of Smovey Rings. Smovey is a dynamic fitness aid. It provides an upper body workout that helps burn calories and stablilzes the back and spine.

 It's ideal for anyone who wants to progress gently with their exercise.

Please adhere to social distancing of 2 metre apart from other class attendees and other park users and carry a face mask and hand sanitiser.

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These WALX make every step count! Total Body walking™ wellness is a gentle safe way to walk yourself fitter including a unique mix of drills with strength and balance exercises. Delivered by our fully qualified Instructors who will plan WALX that work on all aspects of fitness and make the most of being Outdoors!

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Gentle WALX that incorporate balance work, flexibility and strength exercises and maybe a bit of tai chi or relaxation too.

Join our Wellbeing WALX, a fun, gentle and safe way to walk yourself fitter that can incorporate balance work, flexibility and strength exercises as we explore the beautiful common. Suitable for all levels

We walk with poles or without, please feel free to use your own poles if you have any

Great for those who are getting back into exercise, have a health condition or simply want to move well and be fit for life!

We meet at the far end of the Horseshoe Clump car park

There are no parking fees or facilities

What 3 Words:  ///pens.fired.humble

Location Notes Esher Common is a Nature Reserve and is part of South West Surrey`s 890 acre Site of Special Scientific Interest

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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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Total Body Walking WALX that incorporate balance work, flexibility and strength exercises.

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These walks are 45 mins r. We walk  through Jephson Gardens  and sthe parks of Leamington    These walks are a circular route    They are a slow pace to help build confidnece  and improve cardio and respiratory wellness. There is plenty of opportunity to sit and rest when necessary. You will be in a group so there is plentyof time for a good chat.  

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Spending time in the woods to connect with nature and your body.

Focusing on your breath while stretching and balancing to gain a sense of wellbeing

A slower paced walk to take time to enjoy your surroundings.

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DUE TO THE POPULARITY OF THIS WALK - IT IS NOW A WEEKLY SESSION!

A GENTLE - MODERATE PACED WALK FOR 3 MILES AT GORGEOUS BLICKLING. LET`S TAKE OUR TIME, ENJOY THE VIEWS AND END IN THE CAFE....

Stunning scenery, historical connections, gorgeous architecture, well manicured gardens, a sense of timelessness… and wide shady paths all across the estate to enjoy mood-boosting  Nordic Walking. 

Plus a well deserved coffee at the end in the Muddy Boots Cafe - what could be better?

This is a 3 mile moderate walk on footpaths through fields and woodland through Blickling Hall Estate. 

£8.50 BUT INCLUDED IN UNLIMITED WALKS P/W + UNLIMITED ZOOMS £28 PER MONTH PACKAGE

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

Some weeks we will be focussing on fast paced Nordic Walking alone. Other weeks, we will be using other drills and/or equipment, dependent on the weather and other factors.

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Gentle WALX that incorporate balance work, flexibility and strength exercises and maybe a bit of tai chi or relaxation too.

Join our Wellbeing WALX, a fun, gentle and safe way to walk yourself fitter that can incorporate balance work, flexibility and strength exercises as we explore the beautiful common. Suitable for all levels

We walk with poles or without, please feel free to use your own poles if you have any

Great for those who are getting back into exercise, have a health condition or simply want to move well and be fit for life!

We meet at the far end of the Horseshoe Clump car park

There are no parking fees or facilities

What 3 Words:  ///pens.fired.humble

Location Notes Esher Common is a Nature Reserve and is part of South West Surrey`s 890 acre Site of Special Scientific Interest

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Gentle WALX is great for those who are getting back into exercise, have a health condition or simply want to move well and be fit for life!

The class is designed to help you get confident moving outdoors, whilst enjoying the fresh air and having some fun.

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This 5-week session is funded by Herefordshire Council. Each session is an hour long and aims to teach the technique of walking with poles.  Nordic Walking is a total body workout, strengthening both lower and upper body muscles. It provides you with a walk that is less stressful on the joints, it enables you to walk faster, and increases all round fitness levels.  The course is aimed at those who have not walked with nordic poles before, or haven't walked with poles for a long time and would like to refresh their skills.

If you would like to improve your general fitness and wellbeing, as well as enjoy a sociable walk, then come along and learn a new skill. 

The course is suitable for people of all levels of fitness, poles are provided.  

Session dates: 30th April, 7th May, 14th May, 21st May, 4th June

At the end of the 5 weeks you will be able to book onto my regular walks.

Any questions, please get in touch - Alison, 07837 743087.  BOOKING ESSENTIAL

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Total Body Walking has its origins in Nordic Walking and is the next step in your fitness journey. If you want to learn how to turn your walks into a Total Body WALX then come and join the Power of Poles induction programme. 

This course is suitable for all levels of fitness and is ideal for beginners as it is a structured teaching programme engaging participants helping them to feel the benefits of walking with poles. In this 90min session, you will learn the basics of Total Body Walking, feeling your muscles engaging in both upper and lower limbs. On completion you will gain your Freedom Passport, opening up over 2500 national WALX and Nordic Walking UK classes weekly.

Your WALX Master is specifically trained to deliver this course to benefit you the most.

Locally you will be able to book onto any of our WALX on The Chase straight away and enjoy effective, total body walking in the beautiful surroundings of Cannock Chase.