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Join Ursula for a Moderate Adventure Nordic Walk at Howe Park Wood. 

ADVENTURE pace: 5 km/3 miles p/hr

TERRAIN: Woodland & tarmac paths, with some gentle hills

DISTANCE: approx 5km

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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 moderaterly placed  1.25 hour social walk which will help improve your fitness  and wellbeing

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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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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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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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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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A gentler, sociable walk at a pace suitable for those building their fitness levels and who prefer a more accommodating walking pace.

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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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A longer moderate-intensity walk, exploring walking routes across the Watford area. This is a lovely social walk covering greater distance than our standard classes; an ideal way to improve your walking distance and build your stamina.

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Hognaston today and not Ellastone, this is the swap from the Snowdrop walk.

This week the terrific Tuesday series of Explorer WALX location is Ellastone which lies on the River Dove on the border between Derbyshire and Staffordshire. Explore this peaceful village and the surrounding countryside, which inspired George Eliot’s classic tales of rural life.

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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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Join us for this gentle paced 2-3 km walk around Moor Park finishing off at Rosemarys for refreshments.

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

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Hosted by Cathy

 A Scenic walk from Upton Magna to Haughmond Hill and back via a special woodland paths, farmland, and quiet lanes. This walk has one steep incline rewarded by the spectacular views at the top of Shrewsbury and surrounding countryside.

Its worth making time to explore the beautiful 1,000 year old  St Lucia's church which has a secret. Built on the site of an Anglo Saxon place of worship. There is a sensory garden in the churchyard and significant wall paintings which have been uncovered in the chancel. 

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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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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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Want to take your fitness and strength to the next level? This is the one for you!! This instructor led session will improve your muscular strength, resistance, endurance.

It is a full body intense  workout. Exercises are differentiated to suit your level of fitness. Bands are used for resistance work and smoveys will improve your cardio.   

  Hill drills and interval training will be embedded into the session when we are  at Newbold Comyn or Burton Dassett.

This is a moderate demanding instructor lead session 

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A sociable paced walk from The Angel pub.

Around 3-3.5 miles and almost flat. Ferndown Common is an SSSI.

There was a private zoo in the area from 1947 to 1954!

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A great chance to build up your fitness whilst enjoying a 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.

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Find out just what Total Body WALX poles are and how they will help you get the most from your walking, and then get to try a pair for yourself. This is a fun session where we also look at posture and balance.

Suitable for all.

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

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

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This is your opportunity to have a go at Nordic Walking and discover just how beneficial it can be for you.

Nordic Walking is suitable for all levels of ability including those who are new to outdoor walking and those with health conditions. The poles provide propulsion and stability. Nordic Walking is very flexible and you are able to walk at a pace that is comfortable for you.

Poles are provided for this 30 minute session.

Please aim to arrive 5-10min before the start time so we can begin the session promptly.

This is an outdoor activity and you will need to bring appropriate clothing and footwear for the weather.Outdoor trainers or flexible-soled walking shoes are preferable.

 Sessions need to be booked online in advance.

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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.