Walking for Health

A health walk is "a purposeful, brisk walk undertaken on a regular basis."

The benefits of taking part in a health walk are:

• Meeting new people
• Exploring the countryside
• Reducing stress and blood pressure
• Maintaining a healthy body weight
• Discovering Hidden Places
• Exercising Joints and Muscles

Surrey Heath Borough Council's Walking for Health Scheme

• Short, safe and sociable walks within the local community
• Accredited scheme delivered by trained walk leaders
• Provides a programme of short, safe and sociable walks within the local community
• Is accredited by Natural England
• Utilises trained volunteer walk leaders

Programme of Walks

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General Information

• Location: Many of our walks are on or near public transport routes, but most may be more easily reached by private transport.
• Timings: Please arrive on time so that registration can take place without delaying the walk.
• Equipment: All participants are responsible for bringing suitable clothing and footwear to take part safely and comfortably in the walk. Please remember tracks are often wet and muddy in the autumn and winter.

Conditions

• Children: All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Dogs: Dogs are not permitted on walks unless otherwise stated.
• Refreshments: No refreshments will be provided, but there may be an opportunity to stop for refreshments during or afterwards at a local venue.

Grading

• Gentle - For new walkers, unfit or recovering from illness / injury.
• Moderate - For regular walkers and those who are reasonably fit.
• Challenging - For experienced walkers.