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Stroll ‘n’ Chat

Issue 61

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by Ruth Mor-

Between 30 - 60 minute walks

Between 2-3 miles - up to 90 minute walks

Free Walks Programme Apr - Jun 2019

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.

Walks over 3 miles are known as progressive walks and are

not considered Walking for Health.

Walking for over 55s

Up to 30 minute walks

Stroll ’n’ Chat Level 1, 2 and 3 walking group’s spring programme in association with

St Monica Trust and Walking for Health Bristol Partnership. If you are looking to join

a fun, friendly group of social walks, one of our groups is for you.

All of our walks are:

Free to attend, unless stated otherwise.

Led by fully trained Walk Leaders.

Level 1 is set at a slow pace and covers up to 30 minutes on level ground.

Level 2 is set at a slow pace and covers up to 60 minutes.

Level 3 is set at a moderate pace and covers up to 90 minutes.

The walking groups are aimed at people aged 55+ and mainly the walks are suitable

for anyone able to walk for an hour without stopping. For those who are unable to do

this, there is a level 1 walk which is no longer than 30 minutes.

The aim of level 3 walks is to walk at a reasonable pace and cover between 2 to 3

miles. The walks are varied with some local and others further afield. The level and

conditions of the walks are indicated as well as possible via the key overleaf. 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 to a level

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

Hello and Welcome

Pho

to

New Walkers, please arrive 10 minutes before the start time to complete the walker

registration form (support available), and to hear any announcements. Walkers attend

at their own risk however all necessary precautions are taken to make the walks safe.

Monday walks operate a car sharing scheme and there is sometimes a joint charge

for car parking. If you would like further information please phone Julia Tutton.

Please Note:

Key

The following symbols are used as a guideline only. If you have specific needs

please phone to find out more detailed information about a particular walk.

60–90 minutes 2- 3 miles

Up to 60 minutes

Up to 30 minutes

Uneven ground Steps Moderate inclines

Wheelchair accessible

Toilets Views Rest opportuni-ties

Guided walk (stop/start)

Train and walk

Bus and walk

Car share Café stop Rural terrain A walk over 3 miles

Scooter Accessible

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

Hints for Walking

Starts at: 10:30am (10:20am for new walkers)

Venue: Start at Windmill Hill City Farm, BS3 4EA

Details: Free, fun, led walks for the over 50s. All walks will be between 30 - 60

minutes. Walk routes vary but will stick to tarmac paths, with some slopes. Walks will

be held at a steady pace.

Walk Leaders: Pat Burgess and Janet Chatfield

Every 2nd

& 4th

Tuesday of the month - Victoria Park Health Walks

Friday 5th

April - Eastville Park to Snuff Mills

Monday 1st

April - Leigh Woods


Venue: Café, The Park, Daventry Road, BS4 1DQ

Car Share: Yes (Free car park)

Details: We will walk part of the Purple Trail and deviate over the hill fort for a view

of the Suspension Bridge and South Bristol. Taking refreshments at a local café after

our walk.

Walk Leaders: Claudia Haslam, Julia Tutton and Jim Smith

Starts at: 9:45am for 10:00 bus

Venue: City Centre Water Cascade

Bus: No 24

Details: Starting at Eastville Lake and walking to Snuff Mills. Looking out for Herons

and Kingfishers at Snuff Mills. Some paths can be very muddy.

Walk Leaders: Pat Brown and Jayne Gardiner

Monday 15th

April - River Avon Hanham



Car Share: Yes (free car parking)

Details: Parking at Conham we will walk along the River Avon towards Hanham

Mills, stopping to look at the heronry and then returning via the same path. We will

have refreshments at a local café.

Walk Leaders: Julia Tutton, Jim Smith and Ann

Monday 8th

April - Gatcombe Bluebells

Thursday 11th

April - Clevedon

Friday 19th

April - Downhill to Wells



Car Share: Yes (Free car park)

Details: Parking at Gatcombe Farm Shop/Café we will walk a route around Ashton

Hill Plantation or Belmont, as it is known locally, this plantation is Forestry

Commission woodland. We will return to the farm shop café for a cuppa.


Starts at: 10:30am

Venue: Near the entrance to Clevedon Pier

Bus: No X6 at 9:40 from Bristol Bus Station to Sailing Club in Clevedon

Details: Circular walk from Clevedon Pier, along the front and around Poets Walk,

includes steep hills. Free parking may be available on Beach Road. Bus returns at

50 mins past the hour from Little Harp or X7 from the Triangle.

Walk Leaders: Ian Bickerton and Pat Burgess


Venue: Bus station

Bus: No 376 (or join at Temple Gate, stop Tf departs10:18)

Details: From Pen Hill follow a stream through woodland down to the tiny city. Wide

choice of refreshment stops and there is also a free craft market.

Walk Leaders: Roger Greenhalgh and Jane Sessions

Monday 22nd

April

Thursday 25th

April - Harbourside and Level 1 Walk

Starts at: 10:20am for 10:30

Venue: Cascade Steps

Bus: N/A

Details: Walking to Bristol Bridge, Redcliffe Bridge, M Shed and on towards the

Underfall Yard. Finishing at the Grain Barge for coffee/brunch. Bus or walk back to

the city centre.


Bank Holiday - No walk today.

Friday 3rd

May - Dundry

Monday 29th

April - Ashton Court, More Bluebells...



Car Share: Yes (shared parking charge)

Details: Parking at the Mansion Car Park we will take a route across the estate

through Church Wood which runs parallel with Clarken Coombe Road, and then

around the outside of the Fallow Deer Park before returning to the café.


Starts at: 10:00am for 10.11 bus

Venue: Broad Quay near Subway

Bus: No 75

Details: Climb through the fields from Withywood to Dundry, enjoying perhaps the

very best view of Bristol before finishing at the Dundry Inn. This walk includes stiles.

Returning by local bus or walking back to Highridge.

Walk Leaders: Roger Greenhalgh and Annette Virgo

Monday 6th

May


Starts at: 10:30am

Venue: The Water Tower, Downs

Bus: No 1 at 10:18 from College Green to top of Blackboy Hill

Details: A circular walk across The Downs, passed St Monica Trust, through the

University grounds, stopping at the Botanic Garden, then back across The Downs.

This walk includes stiles.

Walk Leaders: Ian Bickerton and Jayne Gardiner

Thursday 9th

May - Downs and Botanic Garden

Monday 13th

May - Northern Slopes (Walk Fest 2019)

Friday 17th

May - Downs to Blaise



Car Share: N/A

Details: As part of this years “WalkFest” we welcome people to join us for a walk

around our local nature reserve with it’s three distinct areas, some great views and

varied terrain. We will follow our walk with refreshments back at The Park Café.



Venue: The Water Tower - departing at 10:30

Bus: No 1 from College Green

Details: A pleasant walk just under 4 miles from The Downs to Blaise via Coombe

Dingle finishing at Blaise Café. The first half will be a bit of a mystery, but the second

half is from Coombe Dingle to Blaise. If too muddy the route may change slightly.

Walk Leaders: Margi Johnson and Pat Burgess

Monday 20th

May - Strawberry Line

Starts at: 9.55am for 10.05 bus

Venue: Bus Station Bay 18

Bus: No 376

Details: Arrive in Glastonbury 11:35 approx. Bring sandwiches or purchase in Bay

Tree Café. Depending on the weather we will do the steep walk up the Tor; or visit

other attractions (entrance fees). Depart from Glastonbury 14:15 (last bus).

Walk Leaders: Pauline Markovits and Pat Brown

Friday 31st

May - Glastonbury


Venue: Bus station

Bus: No X6

Details: A walk alongside the Blind Yeo to Poets Walk ending at the Salthouse Field.

Coffee/lunch at the Salthouse or Little Harp. Bus returns at 50 mins past the hour

from Little Harp or X7 from the Triangle.


Thursday 23rd

May - Clevedon River Walk

Monday 27th

May




Car Share: Yes (shared parking charge)

Details: Parking at Yatton Station we will walk a section of the Strawberry Line path.

This is a linear walk so we will retrace our steps for a refreshment stop at the station

café.



Venue: Stop B12 Union Street, by Poundland

Bus: No 3

Details: Walk across back of The Downs/Wills Hall. Crossing Parry’s Lane, we will

walk along lanes and minor roads to St Monica Trust and view the arboretum and

flower beds in full bloom. Ending in café off North View. No 2 bus back into town.

Walk Leaders: Pauline Markovits and Annette Virgo

Friday 14th

June - The Downs and St Monica Trust, Cote Lane



Car Share: Yes (free parking)

Details: Parking on the Sheep Walk we will walk around the reserve with plenty to

see, bring binoculars if you have them. The bird hides will be open so there will be a

chance to linger. We will drop into Riverside on our way home for refreshments.


Monday 3rd

June - Newton St Loe

Monday 10th

June - Portbury Nature Reserve

Monday 3rd

June - Weston-Super-Mare to Uphill



Car Share: Yes (free car park)

Details: From the church we will enter Bath Spa University grounds, passing

alongside lakes and both historic and new campus buildings. Refreshments will be

at the refectory or the nearby village farm shop.



Venue: Bus station

Bus: No X1

Details: Walk on pavement to the sand and along the seafront to Uphill. There are

toilets on the sea front (cost 20p). Lovely views, we will see the remnants of St

Nicholas Church and look for butterflies at Uphill. Walk includes kissing gates.

Walk Leaders: Pat Brown and Jayne Gardiner

Friday 28th

June - Abbots Pool


Venue: Bus station

Bus: No X3

Details: Cross the Ashton Court plateau, then by bridle way to Abbots Pool, finishing

with a refreshment stop at Leigh Court Garden Centre.

Walk Leaders: Roger Greenhalgh and Margi Johnson


Venue: Bus Station

Bus: No X4

Details: A walk along the riverbank with a short climb for views of the Avon from

Watch House Hill. Possibly muddy in places. Finishing at the Anchor for

refreshments. Bus back to Bristol 4 mins and 34 mins past the hour.


Thursday 20th

June - Potter Around Pill



Car Share: N/A

Details: Walking from The Park we will take a route through Knowle housing estate

and make our way to Callington Nature Reserve. This is a circular walk and we will

return to The Park Café for refreshments.


Monday 17th

June - Callington Nature Reserve



Car Share: Yes with free on street parking

Details: Parking at the Sea Walls we will walk a route along the edge of The Downs

before visiting the University Botanic Gardens (£6 entry fee). We will stop for

refreshments either at the on site café or at Café Revival near the water tower.


Monday 24th

June - The Downs and Botanic Gardens

For general information or to request a programme

please contact : Dan Lewin: 0117 305 2365

Email: [email protected]

To find out more on Health Walks visit www.walkingforhealth.org.uk

Walk Leader Contacts (in this brochure)

Roger Greenhalgh: 0117 966 3981 or 07554 972 604

Pat Burgess: 0117 985 0225 or 07989 028 352

Jane Sessions: 07806 409 535

Annette Virgo: 07740 996 554

Pauline Markovits: 0117 924 8124 or 07932 184 994

Jayne Gardiner: 0117 978 0673 or 07546 509 689

Pat Brown: 07533 648 147

Ian Bickerton: 07720 072 076

Margi Johnson: 07474 228 585

Janet Chatfield: 07855 093 380

Julia Tutton: 07932 368 172

Jim Smith: 07926 889 379

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