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Perambulator

admin — Wed, 09 May 2012 13:36:32 +0000

'Perambulator' is a walk that explores navigation, way finding and collective decision making (with the added encumbrance of prams).
Join artist Clare Qualmann, with baby Ernest in the pram, for a walk from Lewisham Art House. We will decide on the day where to go and how to get there using a range of tools: from local knowledge to locative media, observing the inaccessibilities and obstructions that impact on our route as we go.
Please bring a pram if you have one or can borrow one – babies and children welcome!

Walk to School Week 2012

martin — Wed, 09 May 2012 09:39:27 +0000

The event is part of the Great British Walking Challenge, taking place throughout May – when thousands of people will be walking to school, work, or around their neighbourhoods.

Last year over 1 million children in over 4000 schools ditched the school run as part of Walk to School Week. This year we've got a fantastic range of resources to schools run fun events and activities to raise awareness about walking to school, all available from the Walk to School Week website.

Docks of Docklands

admin — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:20:40 +0000

A led walk by the Metropolitan Walkers (20s & 30s group of the Inner London Ramblers Association) exploring the docks of Docklands. Starting with Execution Dock, past Tobacco Dock and ending at St. Katherine`s Dock.

We will end with a drink at the Dickens Inn in St. Katherine’s Dock. Finish point: St. Katherine’s Dock near Tower Hill tube / Tower Gateway DLR (zone 1)

Pentecost Festival Sponsored Firewalk

admin — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:01:28 +0000

Walk through fire to end poverty! Hot foot it to central London on Saturday 26 May and set fire to your fears by walking barefoot over red-hot coals. You’ll receive a full 2-hour training session and then perform your amazing fire walk in front of friends and family. Register in advance for just £15 and commit to raising at least £50 for Christian Aid to help communities in poverty, out of poverty – www.christianaid.org.uk/firewalk

Creative Walks Workshop

admin — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 06:42:37 +0000

Join a creative and healthy movement workshop. The workshop will be fun and will include both active and relaxing activities.
It will start indoors with a creative movement warm-up followed by a walk in the park. The walk will include attentive listening and observing; playful team work games; finding unusual places to rest and observe; telling each other stories as we walk…and more!
Creative walking is a playful way to develop physical fitness and stimulate the imagination.

All ages are welcome.
To take part just turn up on the day, you will be able to sign up for it at the BRITE Centre from 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Wear comfortable outdoor clothing and suitable footwear.
Led by Vanessa Grasse, a established contemporary dance and multidisciplinary artist from Sicily, based in Leeds.
The workshop is part of Routes, a Dance4 project in partnership with The Leicester Sport Partnership Trust.

Walk to School Week

admin — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:01:15 +0000

All schools in Merseyside are invited to get their free resources to celebrate Walk to School Week. Email info@LetsTravelWise.org for more information.

Leeds Midnight Walk

admin — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 12:51:33 +0000

A girl’s night out with a difference

The Midnight Walk is NOW open for entry. It’s a ladies only sponsored walk starting at the new gym Xercise 4 Less in Kirkstall on Saturday 12 May. You can choose between a distance of 7 or 10 miles and pound the streets of Leeds raising money for St Gemma’s Hospice.

Entry is just £15 which includes a Midnight Walk t-shirt for you to wear on the night. St Gemma’s also provides food and drink both during and after the walk. There will be a real party atmosphere from 8pm to get all the participants ready for their challenge. A firework display at 10pm will mark the start of the walk where all 1,000 ladies will set off together.

The perfect event to take part in with friends, family or colleagues. Visit www.leedsmidnightwalk.co.uk or call 0113 218 5505 for details.

Jane Tomlinson’s Walk For All – Lake District Walk

wharding — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:50:48 +0000

Taking place on the 9th September 2012 with a choice of 4.5, 13 or 18 mile walks.

The classic slate countryside surrounding Lake Windermere is the setting for the inaugural Jane Tomlinson’s Walk For All Lake District Walking Festival. The festival will include a programme of walking events, incorporating three exciting and challenging routes.

The thriving tourist destination of Bowness on Windermere will host the start for all three events. Bowness provides an array of facilities for visitors and walkers, with an abundance of cosy cafes, welcoming pubs and restaurants. There is also plenty of accommodation in the town and surrounding areas.

For more information please visit the forallevents.co.uk website: http://www.forallevents.co.uk/walk-for-all/events/lake-district/

London Stadia Trekathon

admin — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 09:22:40 +0000

NEW FOR 2012 Go for gold with Forest YMCA at the 2012 Olympic Stadia Trekathon. This exciting urban charity trek winds across the capital, taking in iconic sights such as the Houses of Parliament and key Olympic venues including Hyde Park and Lords Cricket Ground. The charity trek starts at the Olympic Stadium in the east and finishes at the North Greenwich Arena in the south. This 26 mile challenge covers the same distance as the London Marathon and is the perfect way for you to be part of the 2012 Olympic buzz.

Big Stroll North East: Moors Discovery

admin — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 15:34:55 +0000

Join us for the 5.5 mile circular route through the breathtaking scenery of the North Yorks Moors. The walk starts in the picturesque village of Osmotherley, with its teashop and historic pubs, before taking in the heather-strewn moorland, secluded woodland, a delightful lake and narrow country lanes. Highlights include the peaceful atmosphere of Cod Beck Reservoir and some stunning views across the Yorkshire countryside. Registration fee is £10 for adults and £5 for children. This includes a t-shirt and food at the end.