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Stroll ‘n’ Chat

Issue 56

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by Ruth Mor-

Between 30 - 60 minute walks

Between 2-3 miles - up to 90 minute walks

Free Walks Programme - Jan - Mar 2018

The Walks are led by qualified volunteer walk leaders, who

have undergone the National Walking for Health training.

The walks are a mixture of town and country routes and are

aimed at those who are doing little exercise at the moment,

but who would like to become more active.

Walks over 3 miles are

known as progressive walks

and are not considered

Walking for Health.

Walking for over 55s

Stroll ’n’ Chat Level 2 and 3 walking group’s winter programme in association with St

Monica Trust and Walking for Health Bristol Partnership.

If you are looking to join a fun, friendly group of social walks, our group is for you.

All of our walks are:

FREE to attend, unless stated otherwise.

Level 2 is set at a slow pace and covers up to 60 minutes

Level 3 is set at a moderate pace and covers up to 90 minutes

Led by fully trained Walk Leaders

The walking group is aimed at people aged 55+ and the walks are suitable for anyone

able to walk for an hour + without stopping.

The aim is to walk at a reasonable pace and cover between 2 to 3 miles. The walks

are varied with some local and others further afield. The level and conditions of the

walks are indicated via a key. We like to stop for refreshments at a café mostly after

walks when possible. Please bring money for refreshments and travel costs

The walk leaders will try to set and maintain a pace which they feel is appropriate for

the group and route. IF YOU FIND IT IS TOO FAST please SLOW DOWN to a level

that is comfortable for you.

As a rough guide you should be able to walk and talk, but feel a bit warm with slightly

elevated breathing

Please DO NOT walk in front of the Walk Leader

Hello and Welcome

Photo taken by

Ruth Morris

New Walkers arrive 10 minutes before start time to complete the walker registration

form (support available), and to hear any announcements.

For Monday walks priority will be given to walkers who attended the previous week’s

walk; after this please phone for further information.

Please Note:

Key

The following symbols are used as a guideline only. If you have specific needs

please phone to find out more detailed information about a particular walk.

60–90 minutes

2- 3 miles

Rural terrain Toilets Uneven ground

Steps Moderate

inclines

Wheelchair

accessible

Scooter

Accessible

Views Rest opportu-nities

Guided walk

(stop/start)

Train

and walk

Bus

and walk

Car share Café stop Lunch stop A walk over 3 miles

Dress appropriately for the weather

Wear suitable supportive footwear

Start each walk slowly, building up speed

Slow down towards the end of each walk

Walk to increase breathing but not to exhaust

Drink plenty of water - bring a bottle of water and

any snacks you may need

Do not walk if you feel unwell

Remember any necessary medication e.g. inhaler

60–90 minutes

2- 3 miles

Rural terrain Toilets Uneven ground

Steps Moderate

inclines

Wheelchair

accessible

Scooter

Accessible

Views Rest opportu-nities

Guided walk

(stop/start)

Train

and walk

Bus

and walk

Car share Café stop Lunch stop A walk over 3 miles

Hints for Walking

Starts at: 10:30am (10:20am for new walkers)

Venue: Start & finish at Windmill Hill City Farm, BS3 4EA

Details: Free, fun, led walks for the over 50’s. All walks will be between 30 - 60

minutes. Walk routes vary but will stick to tarmacked paths, with some slopes. Walks

will be held at a steady pace.

Walk Leaders: Pat Burgess and Janet Chatfield

Every 2nd

& 4th

Tuesday of the month - Victoria Park Health Walks

Monday 8th

January - Cumberland Basin and Underfall Yard

Thursday 4th

January - Temple Meads and South Bristol Parks

Starts at: 10.00am

Venue: Temple Meads outside the main entrance

Bus: Nos 1 and 2

Details: A circular walk from the station through some of the south Bristol parks and back along the river.

Walk Leaders: Ian Bickerton and Pat Burgess

Starts at: 10.00am (9.50am for new walkers)

Venue: Café, The Park, Daventry Road, BS4 1DQ

Car Share: Yes (free car park with permission from Riverside)

Details: Parking at Riverside Garden Centre we will walk through to the city docks and around Underfall Yard, then on to the Cascade Steps and return on the ferry (£3 one way) and then back to Riverside for a cuppa at the end of our walk.

Walk Leaders: Julia Tutton, Jim Smith and Ann

Thursday 18th

January - Harbourside

Starts at: 10.20am for 10.30 start

Venue: Cascade Steps

Bus: N/A

Details: Walking via Redcliffe and M Shed to the Underfall Yard ending at Pero’s

Bridge at approx. 11.45am.

Walk Leaders: Pat Burgess and Jane Sessions

Friday 12th

January - Clifton Wood

Starts at: 10.00am (9.50 for new walkers)


Car Share: Yes (free on street parking)

Details: Parking near Wedmore Vale, we will follow part of the route of the historic

Pipe to the Maze and round to the W H City Farm to see the latest projects and take

refreshments in their café. Then return to cars via Westerly side of Victoria Park.


Monday 15th

January - Victoria Park and Windmill Hill City Farm




Details: Parking near to St Mary’s Church we will wend our way round Clifton

Village, noting the classic architecture and views. We will stop at the Primrose café

in Clifton Arcade before walking across the Suspension Bridge and back to the cars.


Monday 22nd

January - Clifton Village

Starts at: 10.00am

Venue: Colston Hall Foyer

Bus: No. 506 (optional at end)

Details: Wander westwards between Hotwells and Clifton village, then across the

lock gates to end at the Create Centre by 11.30. Bus 506 at end for those wanting a

ride back to the city centre.

Walk Leaders: Roger Greenhalgh and Jayne Gardiner

Friday 26th

January - Kingsdown and Cotham

Starts at: 10.00am

Venue: Colston Hall Foyer

Bus: N/A

Details: A steep climb, taken very slowly, to the University and Royal Fort. Then via

Cotham to finish near Clifton Down Station at approx. 11.30.

Walk Leaders: Roger Greenhalgh and Pat Brown



Car Share: Yes (free on street car parking)

Details: Parking at Ladies Mile, we will take a route around and across the Downs,

taking a refreshment break at Retreat café near the tower, then traversing back to

the Sea Walls to take in the views of the cliffs, river and Portway, return to our cars.


Starts at: 10.30am


Bus: No. 90

Details: Walking to Crox Bottom, Malago Woods and Malago Greenway to see the

Berry Maze. Ending at Windmill Hill City Farm for coffee at approx. 12 noon.

Possibly muddy.

Walk Leaders: Pat Burgess and Ian Bickerton

Monday 5th

February - Durdham Downs

Monday 29th

January - Strawberry Line



Car Share: Yes (parking charges)

Details: Parking at either Yatton Station or Congresbury Village (due to possible

works) we will walk the peaceful route of the old Strawberry Line which stretches

through open countryside along the river Yeo. Return to our cars to go for a cuppa.


Thursday 1st

February - Malago Greenway



Car Share: Yes (free car park)

Details: Parking at Arnos Vale Cemetery, walk through noting graves and tombs of

interest, snowdrops and primroses. Through Spark Evans park, along the river back

to the cemetery café. Maybe visit Bristol Blue workshop (possibly cost involved).


Monday 12th

February - Arnos Vale and St Phillips

Monday 19th

February - Stoke Park

Starts at: 9.45am

Venue: Stop Sg on Union Street by Wilkinsons

Bus: No. 2 (alternatively meet outside the Museum on Park Row at 10am)

Details: Walk through University Gardens and along interesting back roads.

Finishing at St Michael’s Hill.

Walk Leaders: Pauline Markovits and Jane Sessions

Thursday 15th

February - University to Redland and Cotham Gardens

Starts at: 9.45am

Venue: Rupert Street

Bus: 48a

Details: Walking around the lake along the river to Snuff Mills exploring the beautiful

wildlife. Parts of the walk may be muddy.

Walk Leaders: Pat Brown and Jayne Gardiner

Friday 9th

February - Eastville Park to Fishponds.




Details: Parking at Snuff Mills we cross to the historic parkland, taking the path

towards the Dower House, up the steep climb through woods and down to the ponds

noting artwork en-route. Refreshments at Snuff Mills Café.


Friday 23rd

February - Harbourside


Venue: M Shed

Bus: N/A

Details: A circular walk from the M Shed to Pero’s Bridge, Hotwells to finish back at

the M Shed at approx. 11.45 for coffee/brunch. (Possible visit to the Matthew).

Walk Leaders: Pat Burgess and Janet Chatfield




Details: Parking at the car park on Long Beach Road we walk up through the woods

towards St Anne’s Church and then wend our way back to the mill and around to the

garden, an area full of natural features to attract wildlife, and then visit the café.


Monday 5th

March - Willsbridge Mills




Details: Parking in the village, we will walk along the banks of the estuary, under the

2nd Severn Bridge and on to the wetlands noting the wildlife and wading birds,

before circling back to the village café. (Bring binoculars if you have them).


Monday 26th

February - Severn Beach

Starts at: 10.30am

Venue: Westbury-on-Trym stop opposite Co-op

Bus: No. 1 (from College Green at 10am)

Details: A circular walk around Westbury-on-Trym and the surrounding area. Some

hills and may be muddy in places.

Walk Leaders: Ian Bickerton and Annette Virgo

Thursday 1st

March - Westbury-on-Trym



Car Share: Yes (free car park with permission from Riverside)

Details: Parking at Riverside Garden Centre we’ll wend our way round the river

steps by the Nova Scotia, and catch the ferry (£5.50) to Cascade Steps and take a

look round the Cathedral and surrounding area, return to Riverside for refreshments.


Monday 12th

March - Bristol Docks and Cathedral



Car Share: N/A

Details: We will go over the tracks and trails of the Northern Slopes to see evidence

of spring flowers and bird life. Around to Springfield Roundhouse and the Well Head

of the historic water source that feeds the Redcliffe Pipe. Return to the Park café.


Monday 19th

March - Northern Slopes and Springfield



Bus: N/A

Details: A walk via Underfall Yard, Cumberland Basin to finish at the M Shed at

approx. 12 noon.

Walk Leaders: Pat Burgess and Jayne Gardiner

Thursday 15th

March - Harbourside

Starts at: 09.55am for 10.05 bus

Venue: Bristol bus station

Bus: No. 376

Details: From near Pen Hill, a bridleway, footpath and a quiet lane take us almost to

the Cathedral. Finish in Wells at approx. 12.30.

Walk Leaders: Roger Greenhalgh and Pat Burgess

Friday 9th

March - Downhill to Wells

Friday 23rd

March - Castle Park to Temple Gardens

Starts at: 10.00am

Venue: Neptunes Statue on the Centre

Bus: N/A

Details: Walk through Castle Park along Fingels Reach new bridge and Victoria

Street. Ending for refreshments at a café.

Walk Leaders: Pauline Markovits and Pat Brown




Details: Parking nearby, Jim will lead us through Bedminster and Ashton seeking out

the remnants of the local coal mines and related history, taking a social cuppa at

one of the many cafés in the area.


Monday 26th

March - Bedminster Coal Mines

Starts at: 10.30am

Venue: Water Tower on Downs

Bus: Nos 1 and 2 (from College Green at 10am)

Details: A linear, mainly downhill walk from the Downs, through Clifton and finishing

at Millennium Square.

Walk Leaders: Ian Bickerton and Pat Burgess

Thursday 29th

March - Downs, through Clifton to Millennium Square

For general information or to request a programme

please contact :

Dan Lewin: 0117 305 2365 Email:

[email protected]

Find more out on Health Walks visit www.walkingforhealth.org.uk

Five ways to Wellbeing

- Connect

- Be Active

- Take Notice

- Keep Learning

- Give

Walk Leader Contacts (in this brochure)

Roger Greenhalgh: 0117 966 3981 or 07554 972 604

Pat Burgess: 0117 985 0225 or 07989 028 352

Jane Sessions: 07806 409 535

Annette Virgo: 07740 996 554

Pauline Markovits: 0117 924 8124 or 07932 184 994

Jayne Gardiner: 0117 978 0673 or 07546 509 689

Pat Brown: 07533 648 147

Ian Bickerton: 07720 072 076

Janet Chatfield: 07855 093 380

Julia Tutton: 07932 368 172

Jim Smith: 07926 889 379

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