What is a short walk?
A short walk with our community health walk scheme is about being led on a walk which is at a very steady pace on good ground. Each walk has its own characteristics but they are all person centred - everyone is welcome and no-one is left behind. There are usually no stiles - these only being included if everyone is able and happy to use them. There is always an option to have a cafe stop afterwards.
When and where are the short walks?
Monday - Wirksworth weekly
Meets every week in the Leisure Centre carpark ready to walk at 2pm. We walk at a very steady pace on good ground for 60-90 minutes. We do sometimes walk up and down hills but taken steadily with as many stops as required.
Tuesday - Ashbourne weekly
Meets every week by the Pavilion at the top of the Recreation Ground just off Cokayne Avenue ready to walk at 10am. We walk at a very steady pace on good ground for up to 60 minutes in and around the park area, pond and surrounding sports fields.
Tuesday - Darley Dale weekly
Meets every week at the Whitworth Centre by the war memorial at the top of the park just off the main car park ready to walk at 10:30am. We walk at a very steady pace on good ground for 60-90 minutes. We do sometimes walk up and down hills but taken steadily with as many stops as required. There is also an option for a shorter walk just within the park with one of the walk leaders for less time.
Tuesday - Walks for All - Darley Dale - every 2nd Tuesday of the month
Walks for all are fully accessible, dementia friendly walks with the focus on creating friendships and getting some fresh air.
Meets at the Whitworth Centre by the war memorial at the top of the park just off the main car park ready to walk at 2pm. We stroll at a very steady pace around the park, its ponds and surrounding paths for up to an hour and then carry on chatting in the cafe.
Wednesday - Great Longstone weekly
Meets every week at the Lych Gate of St Giles Church ready to walk at 10:00am. We walk at a very steady pace on good ground for 60-90 minutes. We do sometimes walk up and down hills but taken steadily with as many stops as required.
Wednesday - Whistlestop Wanderers - every 2nd Wednesday of the month
Whistlestop Wanderers is a new group who meet at the Whistlestop Hub at Matlock Bath Station monthly on a Wednesday at 10:30am. We meet to enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of the season. Join us to enjoy the fresh air, meet new people, build relationships and there is always the option of a drink at the Hub at the end. These strolls are in partnership with the Derbyshire Wildlife Trust, the Wirksworth Mental Health Initiative and Derbyshire Time Swap.
Wednesday - Milk Churn Strollers - every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month
Milk Churn Strollers is a new group who meet by the Milk Churn cafe at Farmer's View on Hurst Farm every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 9:30am. The group strolls for 30 minutes or a bit more on the new Heritage Trail from Farmer's View taking in the views over Riber Castle and Matlock, enjoying the sights and sounds of the season making new friendships and improving wellbeing. It is a welcoming group for all abilities. There is always the option to stop for a drink at the end in the Milk Churn.
Thursday - Matlock weekly
Meets every week at the Bandstand in Hall Leys Park ready to walk at 10:15am. We walk at a very steady pace on good ground for 60-90 minutes. We do sometimes walk up and down hills but taken steadily with as many stops as required. There is also a shorter walk with walk leaders which stays in and around the park and river and avoids hills.
Friday - Bakewell weekly
Meets every week at the Bakewell Pudding Shop cafe ready to walk at 10:30am, This is round the back on Water Street. We walk at a very steady pace on good ground for 60-90 minutes. We do sometimes walk up and down hills but taken steadily with as many stops as required.
Wednesday - Whistlestop Wanderers - every 4th Friday of the month
Whistlestop Wanderers is a new group who meet at the Whistlestop Hub at Matlock Bath Station monthly on a Friday at 1:00pm. We meet to enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of the season. Join us to enjoy the fresh air, meet new people, build relationships and there is always the option of a drink at the Hub at the end. These strolls are in partnership with the Derbyshire Wildlife Trust, the Wirksworth Mental Health Initiative and Derbyshire Time Swap.
Saturday - Matlock weekly
Meets every week at the Bandstand in Hall Leys Park ready to walk at 10:00am. We walk at a very steady pace on good ground for 60-90 minutes. We do sometimes walk up and down hills but taken steadily with as many stops as required.
