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Get Doncaster Walking - A Festival of Walks

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A Festival of Walks - 8 January to 26 May 2012

FESTIVAL LEAFLET 2012

All events are FREE

  • Where stated, places must be booked in advance
  • Times shown are prompt start times

The Walking Festival is a fantastic way to start the New Year and discover the wonderful and varied places to walk in Doncaster. We have a range of walks available to suit everyone and you can take part at whatever pace suits you.The information on the inside pages lets you know how easy the walks are. The green tick appears when events are suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs so please bear this in mind when choosing a walk.

Information about the walks.
If you need any further details about any of the listed walks, please call the numbers provided or alternatively call 01302 735403 for general information.

Walking Opportunities

Walking for Health – All year round
Enjoy free, short, organised walks in Doncaster that are less than 3 miles or less than an hour, designed with health in mind.

They currently take place at Askern, Bentley, Denaby, Dunsville Quarry Park, Hyde Park, Mexborough, Edlington, Hatá¼€eld Moors, Highá¼€elds, Sandall Beat Wood, Thorne, Toll Bar & Woodlands.

For a timetable please call 01302 735403 or visit: www.doncaster.gov.uk/walking

Doncaster Ramblers Group
Doncaster’s Ramblers Group walk twice a week throughout the year and three times in the summer. Membership secretary is Catherine Palmer. Telephone: 01302 783613 or visit: www.doncasterramblers.org

Buggyfit and Buggywalks
A fun way for mums to get back into shape after their new arrival. These walking classes are available in Cusworth, Armthorpe and Balby. For further information please call 01302 735403.

Nordic Walking
Join a qualified Nordic Walking Instructor, learn about Nordic Walking and its many benefits for health while enjoying the beautiful surroundings. Sessions are available at Bentley and Brodsworth Community Woodland. For more information contact Forestry Commission England on 01302 820278.

Volunteer Walk Leader Training
Do you fancy becoming a walk leader? We can provide nationally accredited training free for volunteers. Training takes place throughout the year. To book a place call 01302 735403. 

Doncaster Council’s Countryside Team
Based at Sandall Beat Wood, the team provide a series of varied events to help you explore Doncaster’s countryside, wildlife and heritage including regular walks through the year. For information contact 01302 300798 or visit: www.doncaster.gov.uk/countryside

Making a Change4Life doesn’t need to be difficult. With a little help, it can be really rewarding and fun!

Why walking is good for you:

  • Good for bones and muscles: walking is good for bone density and posture and helps keep bodies lean and supple.
  • Builds up stamina: walking gets your whole body used to being healthy.• Burns calories: a brisk walk can burn calories and help keep you trim. The brisker the better but you should still be able to hold a conversation.
  • Helps beat stress: walking can make you feel good, especially if you’re out and about in surroundings that you love.
  • Sociable: take a friend or family and have a natter while you walk.

Tips for walking:

  • Get off the bus a few stops earlier
  • Grab the buggy and bring baby along too
  • Get a pedometer to count your steps

For more useful tips on how to eat well, move more and live longer visit: www.nhs.uk/Change4life