2-3 miles - up to 90 minutes walks

Transcription

1 SHIREHAMPTON COMMUNITY ACTION FORUM Walkie-Talkies Issue 17 Free Walks Programme From January 2017, due to changes in the way that LinkAge operates, there will no longer be a Health Walks Coordinator in the Shirehampton area. The Shire Nomads & Walkie-Talkie Walking groups will now be supported by SCAF. Photos by Ruth Morris Photos by Ruth Morris 2-3 miles - up to 90 minutes walks 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. Mar May 2017

2 Hello and Welcome Partnership Shirehampton Walkie-Talkies Level 3 Walking Groups winter programme in association with SCAF, Walking for Health Bristol and LinkAge. 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. Set at a moderate pace and covers a distance of 2-3 miles Led by fully trained Walk Leaders Bath Canal Walk 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 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 at a pace 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

3 Hints for Walking 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 Please note: Double check the start time for the walk you want to attend - start times are varied and can be varied again when special events are being held. New walkers please arrive 15 minutes before start time to complete the Walker registration form (with support if required). Please try to arrive at least minutes before the walk starts so you can hear any announcements.

4 Wed 1st March Westbury on Trym to The Downs & Starts at: 9:50 am (9.40 for new walkers) Venue: The George Inn Shirehampton Green Buses: 18a Details: Reverse of popular walk. From Westbury on Trym walk through Canford Cemetery, University Sports ground, and Hyatt Baker Halls to the Downs Water Tower cafe for Coffee. Wed 8th March Blaise Common/Blaise Castle Estate Starts at: 9:45 (9:35 for new walkers) Venue: The George Shirehampton Green Buses: 18/18a 3 or 4 outward, and return Details: Bus to Shirehampton Road. Walk up to Blaise Common and continue walking along Blaise common to Henbury Blaise Castle cafe. A bracing walk with open countryside. Recommended to carry a stick, as there is mud and tree roots. Wed 15th March - Bath Canal Walk Starts at: 9:30 am (9.20 for new walkers) Venue: Portway P & R Station Road Buses: 902 and X39 Details: Fantastic walk alongside the canal, with its historic locks and parks finishing at Bath Bus Station. Option to explore Bath and shops after walk. Wed 22nd March The Dings and Ferry Ride Starts at: 10:00 am (9:50 for newcomers) Venue: Portway P & R Bus Stop Station Road Buses: 902 Portway Details: Bus to Old Market. Interesting walk down to Oxford Street with its older houses and then on to Temple Back with contrasting new developments to catch the Ferry to centre or Pump Room. Ferry Fare 2-3

5 Wed 29th March - Avon Wildlife Nature Reserve Starts at: 9:30 am (9.20 for new walkers) Venue: Park & Ride Bus Stop Station Road Buses: 902 and X3 Details: from Sheepway follow signs through nature reserve with its lakes, ponds rhymes with 3 bird hides and level paths to Portishead Harbour for coffee and Bus home. Wed 5th April Coombe Dingle to Blaise via Henbury Starts at: 9:45 am (9.35 for new walkers) Venue: The George Inn on the Green Buses: 18a or 3 Details: From Coombe Dingle walk through Blaise estate to the Mill and if not too muddy walk past Mill up to Henbury Road then through Henbury Village and Churchyard to Blaise for coffee.

6 Wed 12th April - Severn Beach Starts at: 9:30 prompt (9:20 for new walkers) Venue: Shirehampton Station Train: 9:35 am return 11:54 am. Ticket 2-3 return Details: A lovely walk along the sea defence walls, under Severn crossing and through Severn Beach village Wed 19th April - Suspension Bridge to Clifton Starts at: 10.00am (9.50 for new walkers) Venue: Portway P & R Bus Stop Station Rd Buses: 902 Portway and X3 or X4 outward 3 or 4 home Details: Bus to Top Ashton Court entrance, cross over road to walk over Suspension Bridge to Clifton Village, continue walking to the triangle Clifton Down via Birdcage walk for Buses home from Clifton Down. Wed 26th April Abbots Pool Leigh Woods Starts at: 9:30 (9:20 for new walkers) Venue: Park & Ride Bus Stop Station Road Buses: 902 and X3 or X4 Details:The large pool, which is the central feature of the woodland, was part of a series of pools used by medieval monks developed for the medieval practice of farming for fish. There are picnic benches around the pool, (but no toilets). Bluebells hopefully out. Brackenwood Nursery after for toilets and cafe. Wed 3rd May Rhododendron Walk Starts at: 10:00 am (9:50 for newcomers) Venue: The George Inn Bus Stop on the Green Buses: 4, or 18 Details: From Aldi Crow Lane we walk up Henbury Road to Blaise Top entrance to pickup the footpath through the woods to Blaise Castle via Rhododendron Walk. An interesting walk with its History, unusual buildings and many different views across the Estate. (Watch out for Mud, Tree Roots, and slopes)

7 rk Wed 10th May - Brentry to to Westbury Westbury on on Trym Trym Starts at: 10.00am (9.50 for new walkers) Venue: Bus Stop outside George Inn Buses: 508 Details: Bus to Brentry Pen park Road. Interesting walk through a park and quiet country Lanes towards Westbury on Trym or Henbury for coffee and Bus home. Wed 17th May - Chepstow Starts at: 9:15 am (9.05 for new walkers) Venue: Shirehampton Green (opp The George Inn) Buses: 3, or 4 then X7 H Bus Stop Details: Change Bus at Cribbs Causeway for the 10:12 express bus to Chepstow (25 min ride). Explore Chepstow with its Historic town and river. Its personal choice which Bus to catch home, they run hourly at 20 to the hour. Wed 24st May - Harbourside Circular Ve. Starts at: 10:00 am (9.50 for new walkers) Venue: Park & Ride Bus Stop Station Road Buses: 902 Details: Walk from Centre around Harbourside passing the M Shed and S S Great Britain and back to centre via the Pump Room, passing wildlife gardens, seabirds and award winning flowerbeds. Wed 31st May - Kingsweston Estate Starts at: 10.00am (9.50 for new walkers) Venue: Tithe Barn Buses: n/a Details: Circular walk around Kingsweston estate exploring the Sunken Garden and Hidden Landscape with its folk lore and History..

8 SHIREHAMPTON COMMUNITY ACTION FORUM For general information or to request a programme please contact : Ash Bearman (Development Worker) Phone ash@shirecaf.org.uk Shirehampton Community Action Forum Public Hall Station Rd Shirehampton Bristol BS11 0UH Find more out about SCAF Find more out on Health Walks visit