in Wolverhampton

free Health walkssummer Timetable

Walkingfor health

1 April to 30 September 2017

Walking can make you feelhappier and healthier.

Walking for Health In WolverhamptonJoin us today - everyone is welcome (bookingnot required). Children under 14 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Please note only registered assistance dogs are allowed on health walks.

For more information on these walks or if yourequire this leaflet in a larger print or a differentlanguage please contact the Walking forHealth team on: Freephone: 0800 073 4242or Tel: 01902 553838

Nordic walking in Wolverhampton Suitable for all fitness levels – adults only For more information or to book a Free Nordic Walk Taster Sessionplease telephone: 01902 687038

Useful websites: www.walkingforhealth.org.uk(includes a ‘walk finder’ search facility)

www.networkwestmidlands.com (public transport timetables)

www.searchforsport.co.uk (add your postcode)

Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of the walk. Comfortable, sen-sible shoes and clothing to match the weather forecast is advised. Allwalks are subject to change or cancellation particularly over bank holi-day periods - please Call

Freephone: 0800 073 4242or Tel: 01902 553838.

If you would like to take your walking tothe next level, Nordic Walking might bejust the activity for you. Nordic Walkingcan be seen as an improvement of ordi-nary walking - it makes something welearn to do as babies... twice as effec-tive!

Nordic Walking uses poles inorder to add two major benefitsto walking:• The use of poles means the upper body muscles are used as well as the legs

• The poles help to propel the walker along - this means he/she works harder than usual yet the support given by the poles makes it feel easier!

Good Reasons to Try Nordic Walking:• Burns 20-40% more calories than ordinary walking• Great for neck, shoulders and backs • Works the whole body • Easy to learn • Sociable and fun • Lessens impact on joints • Suitable for everyone • Affordable• Can be done anywhere! • ‘Green’ exercise

Nordic Walking is now available in Wolverhampton • Free taster session • Learn to Nordic Walk Courses • Free use of poles

For more information or to book a

Free Nordic Walk Taster Sessionplease Telephone: 01902 687038

Nordic WalkingWalking for HealthThe perfect activity for health

To find out more call Walking for Health on:

Freephone: 0800 073 4242or Telephone: 01902 553838

W#* !(r� *n ��"� &�#( t a t#8You need to walk for at least 30 minutes onfive or more days per week to meet the cur-rent recommendations for physical activity.To really help your heart it is recommendedthat you walk at a pace that makes youbreathe a little faster, feel warmer and givesyou a slightly faster heart beat - but remem-ber, build up gradually.

Volunteer as a walk leader - Help others enjoy walkingIf you are keen to help and meet others andenjoy the benefits of walking, then perhapsyou would like to join Walking for Health asa volunteer walk leader?

Walking is one of the safest and easiest forms of physical activity. Youdon’t need any special equipment to start walking and it can easily be builtinto your daily routine.

Please join us for a walk that suits you, which you can enjoy at your ownpace but with the added benefit of being in the company of other walkersand trained walk leaders.

Health Walks are safe, fun, friendly and can:• Increase your energy levels • Reduce cholesterol • Keep your heart strong • Relieve stress and help and reduces blood pressure you sleep better• Help you manage your weight • Help prevent and control diabetes • Lift your mood and self esteem

Walk more... feel the difference

Aldersley Leisure VillageMeet at Reception at Aldersley Leisure Village, HughPorter Way, just off Aldersley Road, WV6 9NW. Theroutes can be more strenuous and muddy at times.

Every Thursday 6pm and first Tuesday andsecond Saturday of the month at 10.30am

Ashmore ParkMeet at The Hub, Griffiths Drive, Ashmore Park,Wednesfield, WV11 2LH. A choice of two walkoptions, a short and a long walk. Drinks andrefreshments at start and finish. Country field walks in the summer.

Tuesdays 10.30am

Bantock ParkMeet outside the Tea Rooms in Bantock Park, WV3 9LQ. It can be muddy on the grass.

Tuesdays 10.30am & Saturdays 2:30pm

BilstonA variety of routes of up to 60 minutes. Meet in Bert Williams Leisure Centre Cafe, Nettlefolds Way, Bilston, WV14 0EF.

Tuesdays 2pm

Boundary Way AllotmentsMeet in the timber hut along the track in the BoundaryWay Allotments (next to Highfields School) WV4 4NZ.

Fridays 10:30am

BradleyMeet at St Martin’s Church Hall, Slater St, WV14 8PF.

Wednesdays 9:30am

Broadway GardensMeet at Broadway Gardens reception, NorthwoodPark road, Bushbury, WV10 8EA. Two walk options, ashort easy walk around Northwood Park and a longerwalk option.

Wednesdays 10:30am

BushburyMeet at St. Mary’s Church Hall, Bushbury Laneopposite Collingwood Road, WV10 8JP.

Saturdays 10am

ComptonMeet at the Tea Rooms, Compton Hospice, ComptonRoad West, WV3 9DH. Can be muddy.

Last Saturday of the month 10.30am

Deaf Walk, West ParkMeet at Tea Rooms, West Park, off Connaught Road,WV1 4PW. Walking in the park. A Deaf friendly healthwalk with British Sign Language walk leaders open to all. Walk takes place alternate Wednesdays, please either text 07717 498639 or email wolccg.oneyou@nhs.netto check when the walk is on.

Alternate Wednesdays 12pm

Dixon Street Park, All SaintsMeet at Kent Road Entrance of the park, WV2 2BA.Circuit walking in the park.

Tuesdays & Thursdays 10.30am

East ParkMeet at the changing rooms in the centre of East Parkby the paddling pool, WV1 2BS.

Mondays & Wednesdays 10.30am

FordhousesMeet at Moreton Arms pub garden, Springfield Lane,Fordhouses, WV10 6PX.

Wednesdays 2pm

Goldthorn Park Meet at the corner of Rosemary Crescent and EdnamRoad by the roundabout WV4 5BS.

Tuesdays 10am

Graiseley Park, BlakenhallMeet at children’s play area, off Pool Street WV2 4NA.Circuit walking in the park.

Mondays 12.30pm & Wednesdays 1pm

Heath Town, Holy Trinity Meet at Holy Trinity Church Hall, Bushbury Road,Heath Town, WV10 0LY. Varied local and interestingwalks with a monthly longer walk of up to 90 minuteson each second Thursday of the month.

Thursdays 10am

Himley & BaggeridgeMeet at Golf Club Cafe, Himley Hall Park, Himley, DY34DF. Strong shoes/boots recommended. Car Parkcharges apply. 256 bus to Himley House Hotel, 5 minwalk to cafe.

Every First Sunday of the month 10:30am

Mops Bridge Loop-ComptonMeet at Oddfellows Pub, Bridgnorth Road, Compton, WV6 8AA.

Second Tuesday of the month 10.30am

Northycote Farm WalksBoth walks start at the café, Northycote Farm,Underhill Lane, Bushbury WV10 7JF. Can be muddy.

More Difficult Walk: Second, Fourth & LastThursday of the month 10.30am

Northycote Farm-Walk 2Meet at the café, Northycote Farm, Underhill Lane,Bushbury WV10 7JF. Can be muddy.

First Saturday of the month 10.30am

PendefordMeet at Oasis Community Cafe, Whitburn Close,Pendeford, WV9 4NR.

Fridays 10.30am

PennMeet at Dr Cowen’s Surgery, 119 Coalway Road,Penn, WV3 7NA. Please use REAR entrance of Surgery.

Thursdays 10.30am

Penn Muchall ParkMeet at Muchall Park (Childrens Play Area), Manor Road, Penn WV4 5PY.

Thursdays 5.30pm

Perton WalkMeet on the Civic Centre Car Park, next to Sainsbury’sPetrol Station, Church Road, Perton, WV6 7PD. Canbe muddy at times. Strong shoes/bootsrecommended.

4th Tuesday of the month At 10.30am & Last Sunday of the month At 2pm

Phoenix Health Centre & ParkMeet at Phoenix Health Centre, Parkfield Road, WV4 6ED. Circuit walking of Phoenix Park.

Fridays 10am

Phoenix ParkMeet at the children’s play area on park, WV2 3JY.Circuit walking around the Park.

Mondays 9am, Tuesdays 6pm, Wednesdays 9am& Fridays 9am

Seven Cornfields-WaitroseMeet at Waitrose Supermarket, Penn Rd, WV2 4NJ.Suitable footwear essential.

Thursdays 2pm

Smestow Valley, WolverhamptonEnvironment CentreMeet at the Wolverhampton Environment Centregates, Westacre Crescent, Finchfield, WV3 9AY. Can be muddy.

Last Friday of the month 10.30am

Springvale Park Meet at the Car Park at end of Ettingshall Park FarmLane, off Fieldhouse Road, off Dovedale Road, WV4 6SP. Lovely walk in the Park.

Tuesdays 10am

Tettenhall, Old Railway StationMeet in the old railway station (Ranger Centre) alongthe old railway line, within Smestow Valley NatureReserve, off the Henwood Road WV6 8NX (BehindMajestic Wine Store) Can be muddy.

Third Tuesday of the month 10.30am

Tettenhall, Upper GreenMeet in the car park adjacent to Tettenahall Pool or ifwet, meet in the bus shelter on the Tettenhall Road bythe pool. Can be muddy.

Fifth Tuesday of the month 10.30am & ThirdSaturday of the month 10.30am

Toddle Waddle Walk West ParkMeet at the Albert Road Entrance, West Park,Wolverhampton. One lap/mile walking anti-clockwisearound the park. Aimed at all parents, carers andgrandparents, with babies/toddlers in buggies, slingsor toddling. Older siblings, pregnant women & otherparents to be are also welcome.

Tuesdays 11.30am - In association with

Wednesfield WalksTwo walks, a short and a long walk, both start atWednesfield Community Centre, Well Lane,Wednesfield, WV11 1XT.

Thursdays 10.30am but not last Thursday of the month

West Park, Devon Road Entrance ShelterMeet in the shelter at Devon Road Entrance of WestPark, WV1 4PJ. Circuit walking in the park.

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays Thursdays and Fridays 10:15am

West Park, Tea RoomsMeet at Tea Rooms, West Park, off Connaught Road,WV1 4PW. Walking in the park.

Sundays 10.30am

Walks by day

Walking for health in wolverhampton

Monday: East Park, Graiseley Park, Phoenix Park, West Park Tuesday: Aldersley Leisure Village, Ashmore Park, Bantock Park, Bilston, Dixon Street Park, Goldthorn Park, Mops Bridge Loop, Perton Walk,Phoenix Park, Springvale Park, Tettenhall Old Railway Station, Tettenhall Upper Green, Toddle Waddle, West Park Wednesday: Bradley, Broadway Gardens, Deaf Walk, East Park, Fordhouses, Graiseley Park, Phoenix Park, West Park. Thursday: Aldersley Leisure Village ,Dixon Street Park, Heath Town, Northycote Farm, Penn Coalway Road, Penn Muchall Park, SevenCornfields, Wednesfield, West Park Friday: Boundary Way, Pendeford, Phoenix Park, Smestow Valley, West Park Saturday: Aldersley Leisure Village, Bantock Park, Bushbury, Compton, Northycote Farm, Tettenhall Upper Green Sunday: Himley & Baggeridge, Perton Walk, West Park

Easy - Up to 30 minutes walking time on flat ground or gentle slopes withmainly firm surfaces and no steps or stiles. Moderate - Up to 60 minutes walking time and may include some moderateslopes, steps, uneven surfaces and possibly stiles. More Difficult - More challenging walks of up to 90 minutes walking timeand may include steeper slopes, steps, uneven surfaces and stiles.

Refreshments Suitable for Wheelchairs & Pushchairs

All walking times exclude rest stops

If you are only able to walk at an extremely slow pace due to illness, disability or otherreason, please contact one of the Walking for Health Team on telephone: 0800 073 4242 or 01902 553838 and we will advise you on which walk will suit you best.

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Free Health Walks Timetable : 1 April 2017 - 30 September 2017