Simply Walk
Walk your way to health
"Simply Walk" is a locally organised scheme, developed to encourage people to start walking and promote walking for health.
No car? No excuse!
All our walks are on or near bus routes. Call traveline public transport info 0870 608 2608 or visit http://www.buckscc.gov.uk/travelinfo
Do I need to book?
No, just turn up on time and you'll be welcome!
Don't worry if you are not used to regular exercise or are recovering from illness. Our Simply Walk leaders will encourage you to walk at your own pace to enable you to build up your strength and stamina. We aim to accommodate everyone as far as possible.
Did you know?
1 in 3 of us are not active enough to stay healthy. We should all aim for 30 minutes of moderate activity at least 5 days a week. A brisk walk is ideal.
Below you will find a number of short walks, all led by trained walk leaders to help get you started.
Chesham
Thursday - 10.30am (moderate)
Meet at Chesham Open Air Swimming Pool Car Park,
Moor Road, Chesham
Up to 3 miles - depending on the group
Easy stiles and gradients on some walks
Tuesday- 9am (easy)
Meet at Hivings Free Church car park, off Hivings Hill, Pond Park, Chesham. Mostly Flet, no stiles, Approx 45 Minutes. Ideal for mums with Children
Great Missenden Tuesday - 10:00am
Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month
Meet at the memorial Hall (Behind the Library) High St, Gt Missenden
Coffee is available after the walk
Walks are 1-3 miles - depending on the group
Stiles and gradients on some walks
Amersham- Tuesday-10.30am
Meet Behind Tesco (near cash machines) Mostly flat terraine. No Stiles
Chalfont St Peter- every 1st and 3rd Friday
meet at 10.30am at the community centre. Easy Walk (45 minutes)- flat terrain no stiles
Holmer Green Monday - 10.30am
Meet at the Baptist Church on Holmer Green
Flat terrain, approximately 1 hour
Coffee available after the walk
"Simply" walking can help to:
• improve weight loss
• improve mood and confidence
• improve flexibility and stamina
• reduce osteoporosis and arthritis
• reduce coronary heart disease and strokes
• reduce high blood pressure
• reduce risk of diabetes
• reduce anxiety, stress and depression
Information for walkers-Please Remember:
Wear comfortable shoes for walking (on rural walks paths may be muddy) / Light waterproof/Sunscreen & hat if sunny / drinking water/ walking stick if you use one.
Why not volunteer to be one of our Walk Leaders? Full training is given.
Who to contact
Contact the simply walk coordinator
Phone: 01494 475 367
Email: simplywalks@buckscc.gov.uk
For up to date information on local walks log onto: www.buckscc.gov.uk/rights_of_way
"Simply Walk" is a scheme organised by the Primary Care Trust and District Councils, together with the Rural Transport Partnership and Countryside Agency as part of the national "Walking the way to health" initiative.
Email: info@chiltern.gov.uk
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