Health Walks / Fitness Walks
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BASILDON - and surrounding area |
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RSPB
Walk for health (2011)
Get fit with our bracing Monday lunchtime walks around Wat Tyler Park. A brisk 30-minute walk on a regular basis to improve your fitness in peaceful surroundings
Location: RSPB Visitor Centre Wat Tyler Country Park Pitsea Hall Lane Basildon SS16 4UH (Google Maps)
Time: 12.30 pm - 1 pm (Mondays 6, 13, 20, 27 June. 4, 11, 18, 25 July)
Cost: Price: Free
Contact: Telephone: 01268 498620 E-mail: southessexproject@rspb.org.uk
Nifty Fifty Health Walks
A friendly group with about 35 participants. Wednesday morning leisure/health walks, up to 2-3 hours from 10am, walks are in and out of the district. All the walks are under 5 miles long. We usually go at a pace of 2.5mph. Cardiac rehabilitation patients are welcome with a referral. No dogs allowed.
Contact: A walks list can be sent out by calling the leisure line on 01268 294929.
BRAINTREE - and surrounding area |
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Braintree District Council
Heart and Soul walks
The walks last approxomately half an hour and are led by an experienced leader. The walks will give you a chance to relax, unwind and meet new people while getting healthier.
Walks are FREE and start from the following locations each week at 10.00 am.
Monday - Elizabeth Courtauld Surgery, Halstead, CO9 1EX
Tuesday - Witham (please contact K Fuller on 01376 552525 Ex 2313 for start point).
Tuesday - Braintree (please contact K Fuller on 01376 552525 Ex 2313 for start point) Wednesday - Coggeshall Memorial Gardens, CO6 1UH
Thursday - Elizabeth Courtauld Surgery, Halstead, CO9 1EX
Friday - Great Notley (Doctors Surgery, The Square) CM77 7GS
More information: Programmes are available from Kryshia Fuller, tel: 01376 551414 ext 2313
BRENTWOOD - and surrounding area |
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Brentwood Borough Council
Health Walks
Choose from one of three types of Health walk to suit your time schedule and capability. Each walk has at least two trained leaders, which means you can walk at a pace that suits you. Walking is a free and easy way to better health, it's a safe and simple way to meet new people and make friends.
Mini Trax - 30 minutes brisk pace
Lunchtime Walk - Every Thursday, meet outside front of Town Hall, Ingrave Road, under the clock at 12:30pm. Walk will last approximately 30-45 mins. Please wear comfortable shoes i.e. trainers.
Intermediate Trax - 1 hour slightly slower pace with the option to step out.
Tuesday in Brentwood - walks will begin every Tuesday from King George's Playing Fields, commencing at 11am from the car park off Ingrave Road. Then follows paths in Hartswood and nearby woodlands.
Wednesday in Doddinghurst - a walk will be held every Wednesday from Doddinghurst Village Hall at 10 am. The walk follows paths in the countryside.
Thursday in Blackmore - a walk will be held every Thursday from Blackmore village hall at 10:30am. The walk will follow footpaths and bridleways around the village.
Stepping Out Trax - 1- 2 hours various paces
These Thursday walks let you step out at your own speed. The walk lasts for about 1-2 hours, and will be at a brisker pace.
Thursday in Thorndon Country Park - continue past the Countryside Centre and meet at 11 am on Childerditch Common.
Thursday in Mill Green - Please note that these routes may take you over stiles. Meet in the car park opposite the Cricketers Pub on Mill Green Road a 11am.
Thursday in Weald Country Park - These walks will be led every third Thursday from the White Horse Pub at 11 am.
CASTLE POINT - and surrounding area |
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Walk Tall
Walk Tall is a 30 minute led health walk programme, created for anyone wishing to improve their health, meet new people and take part in some fun physical activity.
| Health walks in Castle Point | |||
| Waterside Fields, Canvey Island (Waterside Reception) |
12:00noon |
Mondays | |
| Richmond Hall (Benfleet car park) NEW! start date 7th September 2009 |
10.30am | Mondays | |
| Salvation Army Tea Rooms (Salvation Army car park, Hadleigh). NEW! start date 8th September 2009 |
10.30am | Tuesdays | |
| Canvey Sea Wall, Labworth Car Park Furtherwick Road Canvey Island | 10:30am |
Wednesdays | |
| Canvey Sea Wall, Labworth Car Park Furtherwick Road Canvey Island -
Buggy & wheelchair friendly NEW! start date 9th September 2009 |
11:30am | Wednesdays | |
| Salvation Army Car Park (Hadleigh) Contact Gerald Costello on 01268 755870 for details | 10:30am |
1st and 3rd Friday every month (approx. 1 hour) | |
For more information contact Lita on 01268 694342 (Waterside Farm)
Sue 01268 882400 (Council Offices)
CHELMSFORD - and surrounding area |
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Chelmsford Borough Council
Heart and Soul walks
Free walking scheme - accompanied walks of about 30mins to re introduce people to a fitness regime and encourage you to walk and talk, continuing socialising afterwards with refreshments at local amenities..
Riverside: - North Town Centre Chelmsford - Monday's
Great Baddow: - South East Chelmsford - Tuesday's
Writtle: - West Chelmsford - Tuesday's
ARU: - North Town Centre - Tuesday's
Bell Meadow: - Town Centre - Wednesday's
Hyland's: - West Chelmsford - Various days
College Woods: - North West Chelmsford - Various days
Boleyn Gardens: - North Springfield, Chelmsford - Friday's
Galleywood: - South Chelmsford - Weekends
Sandford Mill: - East Chelmsford - Weekends, August only
Also some weekends
More information: visit www.chelmsford.gov.uk/heartandsole for more information and to download a full timetable of walks and route maps
Contact: Heart and Sole Coordinator on 01245 606208
email: heartandsole@www.chelmsford.gov.uk
Moulsham Mill
Moulsham Mill to Sandford Mill Walk
How about having a group discussion/meeting/ just a general chat on a walk - walking & talking benefits your whole wellbeing and its FREE!! (The walk will not take place in frost, snow or very heavy rain)
Location:.Moulsham Mill, Parkway, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 7PX Meet in rear car park
Time: First Tuesday each Month - 10.00am for a steady walk (Approx. 4 miles) return by 11.30 am for free refreshments
(small donation towards cost gratefully received)
Contact: For more information contact : Lesley 01245 608307
COLCHESTER - and surrounding area |
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Health Walk
Cudmore Grove Country Park, Situated in East Mersea, come and walk the sea wall and enjoy the fine views across the Colne and Blackwater estuaries.
Location:.meet at the information room
Time: 10.30am, Every Tuesday
Contact: For more information regarding the health walk scheme or to request a leaflet please call 01206 282739 or visit Colchest B.C. Health Walks page and download a leaflet
Health Walk
Gosbecks Archaeological Park, Enjoy the fresh air and open landscape as you take a stroll around this historic site.
Location:.meet Car Park off Maldon Road
Time: 10.30am, Every Wednesday
Contact: For more information regarding the health walk scheme or to request a leaflet please call 01206 282739 or visit Colchest B.C. Health Walks page and download a leaflet
Health Walk
High Woods Country Park, These health walks take place through scenic woodland, with glimpses of the lake and surrounding parkland. The walks finish with free tea and coffee at the visitor centre.
Location:.Visitor Centre, Turner Road, Colchester, CO4 5JR
Time: Meet 11 am, Every other Friday and Sunday
Contact: For information of the dates that these walks run please call (01206) 853588
For more information regarding the health walk scheme or to request a leaflet please call 01206 282739 or visit Colchest B.C. Health Walks page and download a leaflet
Health Walk
Hilly Fields Local Nature Reserve, Situated close to the centre of Colchester, Hilly Fields offers an interesting mix of woodland, undulating paths and fantastic views.
Location:.At the Visitor Centre off Turner Road
Time: 11.00am, Every other Friday and Sunday
Contact: For more information regarding the health walk scheme or to request a leaflet please call 01206 282739 or visit Colchest B.C. Health Walks page and download a leaflet
Health Walk
Salary Brook Local Nature Reserve, Take a relaxing walk around this picturesque setting in the company of some like-minded people. Ideally suited for people living in East Colchester..
Location:.Public Car Park behind Greenstead Community Centre
Time: 10.00am, Every Thursday
Contact: For more information regarding the health walk scheme or to request a leaflet please call 01206 282739 or visit Colchest B.C. Health Walks page and download a leaflet
Health Walk
Tiptree Heath (south end of Tiptree on the B1022)
Starting at the main car park, Suitable for all ages including those who are interested in wildlife. Walks are up to 1.5 miles round Tiptree Heath which is a mixture of open heathland (SSSI status) and shaded woodland. The largest remaining heathland in Essex boasting magnificent heathers, ponds and a variety of beautiful and rare wildlife.Suitable footwear and clothing are needed.
Location:.Car park off the B1022 / Maldon Road
Time: 10.30am, Every Wednesday
Contact: For more information regarding the health walk scheme or to request a leaflet please call 01206 282739 or visit Colchest B.C. Health Walks page and download a leaflet
EPPING FOREST - and surrounding area |
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Epping Forest District Council
Lifewalks
5 led walks every week with a choice of over 25 routes. Around 35-40 people come out on each walk. There are at least 4 fully trained leaders on every Lifewalk.
Lifewalks range from 1-3 miles and each route is carefully graded for the amount of effort needed. Lifewalks take place on good surface paths in the local countryside and in the country parks around Waltham Abbey, Epping, Theydon Bois, Loughton, Chigwell, Buckhurst Hill and North Weald. New walkers are always well looked after by the leaders who will advise on walking speed and help you quickly feel part of the group. We especially cater for walkers with high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes, asthma, heart disease, those who have completed a coronary rehab programme, are overweight or just generally feeling stressed or depressed
Cost: Lifewalks cost £1.50 per walk or £20 for 6 months. The scheme operates all year round with slightly different Winter and Summer programmes. Special social and themed walk events are offered every 3 months and all walkers receive the regular newsletter Walktalk.
More Information: Other information and a diary of walks with times maps etc can be downloaded from Eppinig Forest District Council Lifewalks page
Information pack, Route leaflets (pack of 12 costs £4.55) are also available from:
Epping Forest District Council, Leisure Services, 25 Hemnall St, Epping, Essex, CM16 4LX,
Tel 01992 564222, email: kwilliams@eppingforestdc.gov.uk
MALDON - and surrounding area |
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Maldon District Council
Fitsteps
Fitsteps offers a choice of walks, three times a week across the Maldon District and the South Chelmsford locality. The walks are led by specially trained walk leaders. All the walks are local and mainly on footpaths. The paths are easy to walk on and are either flat or have a very slight gradient. Distances range between one to two miles.
Areas covered by the walks include:
Burnham-on-Crouch
Danbury
Heybridge
Maldon
Southminster
South Woodham Ferrers
Tillingham
Tollesbury
More information: Visit the fitsteps website on www.fitsteps.org.uk
or contact the Fitsteps Co-ordinator on 07960 168859 / 01621 854447
email: ivan.tosic@maldon.go
v.uk
Maldon District Council
Over 50s Invigorating Walks
This is an over 50s walk scheme. Walks are between 4 and 6 miles in length so not suitable for inactive beginners or those with health problems that require walks of a shorter distance.
More information: A leaflet guide is available for all the walks.
Contact Chris Rust on 01621 875811 email: chris.rust@maldon.gov.uk
or the Community Development Officer on 01621 854477
ROCHFORD - and surrounding area |
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Walking the Way to Health
Free, led walks suitable for everyone, particularly those who are not physically active..
A great way to meet new friends
Walking can reduce the risk of coronary heart disease, help control blood pressure, help control weight, increase stamina and overall fitness, reduce the risk of a stroke, reduce stress.
| Health walks in the Rochford District | |||
| Hullbridge Community Centre | 10.45am |
Mondays |
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| Hockley Woods | 10.45am |
Thursdays | |
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA - and surrounding area |
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St. Luke's Community 'Health Walks'
Simple walks for people of all ages supported by trained walk leaders. Come and join our mini walks, they are fun and healthy. Everyone's Welcome
From. Temple Sutton Children's Centre or St.Luke's Health Centre
Time. Every Friday 10.00 am and last for forty-five minutes
More information: call Gareth Gault 07527 806520 Email: st.lukeshlc@hotmail.co.uk www.stlukeshlccic.org.uk
Fitness Walks
The fitness walks comprise a 1 hour cardio and whole body, toning, resistance work out. Enjoy the fresh air and scenery of the Cliff Gardens or seafront whilst working out.
Important: please check the website ( www.personalpower.me.uk ) for further information and requirements.
Walk 1. Meet at The Cliffs Pavilion every Friday morning at 9.30.
Walk 2. Meet at the Uncle Tom's cabin (Shoeburyness seafront) every Tuesday morning at 10.45. (Free parking on Ness Road by the Shorehouse). Suitable for pushchairs and prams if you can't get childcare - no steps involved!
Cost: £5.00 (No Gym fees or contract!)
Walking the Way to Health
Free, led walks suitable for everyone, particularly those who are not physically active..
A great way to meet new friends
Walking can reduce the risk of coronary heart disease, help control blood pressure, help control weight, increase stamina and overall fitness, reduce the risk of a stroke, reduce stress.
| Health walks in Southend | |||
| The Crooked Billet Old Leigh | 11:00am |
Wednesdays | |
| The Beach Huts opposite The Shorehouse, Southend | 1:30pm |
Wednesdays | |
| Priory Park Cafe Southend | 1:15pm |
Thursdays | |
For further information, please contact Angela Andrews-King on 07771 926932.
TENDRING - and surrounding area |
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Health Walk
Currently covering, Clacton, Jaywick, Holland On Sea, St. Osyth, Brightlingsea, Manningtree & Great Bentley. All routes are well researched and assessed for safety, ease of use and interest. Everybody and anybody is welcome, children (accompanied by a parent or carer), dogs, wheelchairs & buggies (on selected routes only). Strong links established with the local Cardiac Rehab Clinic, Diabetes Awareness Clinics, Smoking Cessation service, Exercise Referral Scheme, Gp's, Practise Nurses, Community Services and the District Council. The walks range from 1 mile to three miles and vary in their demands on the walker.We have led walks along coastal stretches, through rural settings, riverside and bridleways, something for everybody.
For more information: contact Kate French on 01255 206272
email: kate.french@tendring-pct.nhs.uk
THURROCK - and surrounding area |
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RSPB
Healthy living walks
Rainham Marshes nature reserve You know it makes sense to get out for a lunchtime walk on a regular basis and we can provide a great location. Join our staff on a brisk walk to help improve your fitness and enjoy the wonders of Rainham Marshes. Suitable for all abilities. No need to book. Please register at 11.45am on your first walk. Normal reserve entry fees apply to this event.
Time: 12:15 - 13:15 Every Thursday to 31st December 2010 - (not Christmas Day 2009))
Cost: Adults: £2.50, Children: £1, RSPB members and residents of Thurrock and Havering: Free
Contact: Telephone: 01708 899840 E-mail: rainham.marshes@rspb.org.uk
Walking the Way to Health.
Walking the Way to Health’ is a national initiative from the British Heart Foundation and the Countryside Agency and here in Thurrock we have launched our very own Walking Scheme. The walks last about 30 minutes so you can fit them in around your lifestyle and can have the added bonus of improving your health in all sorts of ways!
Mondays at 12.30pm
Thurrock Council Civic Offices, New Road, Grays
Meet at Main reception (Ground floor)
(suitable for Buggies and Wheelchairs)
Tuesdays at 10.30am
Blackshots Leisure Centre, Blackshots Lane
Meet at the front steps
Tuesdays at 2.00pm
Coalhouse Fort, East Tilbury Village
Meet at the Rangers Office
(suitable for Buggies and Wheelchairs)
Wednesdays at 1.30pm
RSPB New Tank Hill Road, Purfleet
Meet at the main centre
Every 2nd Wednesday at 4pm
(phone for date of next walk)
Tilbury Civic Square
Meet at the Police Station
Thursdays at 12.15pm
RSPB New Tank Till Road, Purfleet
Meet at the main centre
(suitable for Buggies and Wheelchairs)
Friday at 10.30am
Chafford Hundred, Gorges Nature Reserve, Drake Road,
Chafford Hundred Grays
Friday 1.30 pm
Pumping Station, Davy Down Riverside Park, Off Pilgrims Lane North Stifford
Meet at the main entrance
You don’t need to book – just come along on the day. The walks take place in the rain or shine so whatever the weather dress accordingly. If it’s your first time attending a walk, please arrive 15 minutes early to complete paperwork
For more information please call Liz on 01708 805089
UTTLESFORD - and surrounding area |
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Saffron Walden Health Walks
1: Walk starts from the Borough Lane Doctors Surgery on Wednesday evenings 6.00pm. Please note; the evening walk starts in April and finishes at the end of October
2: Walk starts from Swan Meadow car park, (next to pond) on Thursday mornings 10.00am.
All Saffron Walden Health Walks are no longer than 3 miles; however the Thursday walk provides the option of shorter walks for those new to exercise.
Stansted Mountfitchet Health Walk.
Walk starts from outside the Stansted Mountfitchet library on Friday mornings 10.30am, walks no longer than 3 miles.
Little Hallingbury Health Walk.
Walk starts from the village car park (in front of church) on Monday mornings 10.30am, walks no longer than 3 miles
Hatfield Heath Health Walk.
Walk starts from outside The Surgery, Broomfields on Friday mornings 10.00am, and walks no longer than 2 miles
Great Dunmow Health Walk.
Walk starts from the Dourdan Pavilion car park on Wednesday mornings 10.30am.
A Two-Part Walk for different levels of fitness;
Basic Health Walk: - 1 mile walks in and around the recreation Ground designed to help people new to exercise. Followed by
Intermediate Health Walk: (optional) 2/3 miles of more challenging walking in the Dunmow area.
Great Chesterford Health Walk.
Walk starts from outside The Surgery, School Street, on Thursday mornings 10.30am, walks no longer than 2.5 miles
Newport Health Walk.
Walk starts from outside The Surgery, Frambury lane, on Tuesday evenings at 6.00pm. Please note; the evening walk starts in April and finishes at the end of October. Challenging walks, no longer than 3 miles
Thaxted Health Walk.
Walk starts from outside The Surgery, Margaret Street on Friday afternoons 1.30pm. Challenging walks, no longer than 3 miles
For more information about the above health walks in Uttlesford, please contact Paul Goddard, Uttlesford Health Walk co-ordinator on 01799 581720
email: CLMUttlesford@leisureconnection.co.uk
Coming Soon |
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We are continually gathering Health Walks information and this page will be regularly updated. If you can't find a walk to suit you then please look back later.
We are currently looking for health walks in the following areas - Harlow
If you know of a health walk or fitness walk in your area, then please let us know.