Health walks encouraging residents to get outside and enjoy fresh air

Richmond upon Thames is inviting people to “start spring enjoying the fresh air” through its regular volunteer-led health walks “for people of all abilities. These walks are “friendly, welcoming, and empowering, it said, adding that they are a “great opportunity to explore the outdoors, discover new places, and meet new people.”

The health walks are free, organised group walks for anyone who is looing to get more active. These “gentle walks” take place in groups and provide a “safe and social atmosphere.” Each walk takes between 45 and 70 minutes and is led by a trained volunteer leader. Participants are encouraged to “go at a pace that is comfortable” to them.

Shorter and slower walks are available for beginners or those with limiting health conditions. Some also stop for coffee at nearby cafes.

If you are interested in taking part in the health walks, follow the link for more information.

You can also volunteer as a walk leader to help those in your community “get active and healthy, providing vital support that they otherwise might not get.”

Walk leaders also act as ambassadors for waling and health walks, “showing people that walking can make a big difference to their lives,” while also “ensuring walks are friendly, safe and well run.”

If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer walk leader,  contact trees&parks@richmond.gov.uk and for more updates on Richmond upon Thames, visit EyeOnLondon Richmond upon Thames.

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