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Angela’s walking story“Walking is good for you, good for the environment and good for your community.” Since retiring, Angela never goes on a walk in her local area without her trusty litter picker. She walks short…
Helen’s walking story“Walking has always been a part of my life.” Helen has always walked since being young, when her family would ‘go for a walk’ together. This is a tradition she’s carried on with her…
Tony’s walking story“I’ve gone from barely moving to getting in at least 15,000 steps a day.” Sometimes it takes a moment you didn’t plan for to reset everything. Last year, after a 4-day stay in…
Angela’s walking story“Some nights I really didn’t feel like getting my steps in, but felt so much better once it was done. Walking always helps shift a bad mood!” Angela was encouraged by her sister to…
Bruce’s walking story“Volunteering as a Walk Leader gives you a sense of pride that you are helping and encouraging people to walk and make friends.” Bruce got involved with Health Walks in early 2025 after a career…
Lorna’s walking story“Walking means everything to me. It saved me when I was widowed.” Lorna’s walking journey began when she was widowed in 2016. With 2 young sons at home, walking was a way for Lorna to…
Caroline’s walking story“After a walk I feel so much better. I’m ready to face the day.” Caroline began walking regularly 3 years ago, after she became a carer for her husband, John. Walking is a way for Caroline to…
Rashpal’s walking story“There’s always a listening ear when we’re out walking. We all have challenges, and walking together is the chance to share and talk about them.” Rashpal took up walking and running…
Fran’s walking story“I love a wee walk and a blether.” Fran, a volunteer Walk Leader, shares the benefits of walking with a local walking group. Like many of us, Fran sometimes struggled for motivation to go…
Ian’s walking story“Walking is great for our mental and physical health – but it’s also the best way of appreciating what we have on our doorstep.” Ian, our Policy and Campaigns Officer, shares his…
Laura’s winter walking story“I love nature and wildlife, so I like that during winter it can be slightly easier to spot birds and animals.” Laura, our Walking Network Manager, reveals why she loves walking in the…
Natalie’s winter walking story“Winter walking for me is about celebrating the unique beauty, quiet solitude and the mental benefits of walking in cold weather.” Natalie, our Walking Communities Development Officer,…
