Wellbeing Walks

Wellbeing Walks take place every second Friday throughout the autumn and winter months as part of our Access to Adventure Programme. These free guided sessions are designed to help people take a step away from the pressures and stresses of everyday life by spending quality time outdoors. The walks offer a great opportunity to discover new places, learn more about the local environment, and build confidence in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Whether you're looking to explore the outdoors for the first time, or are an experienced walker interested in meeting new people, these sessions are open to people of all backgrounds and experience levels. Walks will vary in length depending on the location, and can be varied to ensure suitability for the group.

Healthy snacks will be made available by your guide, but it is advised you bring your own lunch to enjoy during the walk.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Activity Guidelines

• It is advised that participants have a reasonable level of fitness to attend the walks - the focus will be on walking at a gentle pace and enjoying the environment, but participants should be happy walking 2-3 hours in total.

• Sessions run from 10:00 - 14:00, starting and finishing at the centre. The centre minibus may be used to access different locations in the local area.

• Everyone attending the session must have a booking, we cannot accept on-the-day sign ups.

• Children must be aged 8+ to attend due to the nature of the walks, and must be accompanied by an adult.

⭐ Eligibility

To take part in the Wellbeing Walks, people must meet the following criteria:

• Pre‑booking survey — Before booking, we ask all families to complete a short pre‑booking survey.

• Confirmed booking — Only those with a pre‑booked space can attend. We cannot accept on‑the‑day sign‑ups.

• Adult supervision — Should you come along with a child, a responsible adult must remain with them for the full duration of the walk.

• Appropriate conduct — Participants must be able to follow instructions and engage safely.

These sessions are designed to be inclusive, low‑pressure, and accessible for a wide range of needs.

🎒 What to Bring

To help ensure you enjoy the day comfortably, please bring:

• Weather‑appropriate outdoor clothing

• Appropriate shoes for walking - paths could be uneven and muddy in places

• *Waterproof jacket & trousers

• Water bottle

• Lunch to enjoy on the walk

• Additional snacks if desired (we will provide some healthy snacks)

*Should it be required, we have a full range of waterproof jackets and trousers available to borrow on the day, so everyone can take part safely and comfortably regardless of the weather.

🩺 Medical & Additional Needs

We welcome people with a wide range of needs and will always do our best to support them. If anyone attending has medical requirements, allergies, or additional support needs, please share this during booking or contact us in advance so we can plan appropriately.

🛡️ Safety & Supervision

Walks will be guided by qualified instructors and may be supported by our youth work team. To keep sessions safe and enjoyable, we rely on participants being able to follow instructions and engage positively.

Adults remain responsible for their children’s general conduct and readiness to take part.

🎫 Important Booking Note

Only people with a confirmed booking will be able to participate. We cannot accept on‑the‑door sign‑ups on the day.