Wellbeing Walks is a developing programme of short, friendly group walks that can help you become and stay active.
The walks are led by trained volunteers. They are free to join, and everybody is welcome. Each walk will be different in length and may be more suited to some than others.
The programme has been developed with the support of the Ramblers and in partnership with local community groups and organisations.
Join a walk
Central Cambridge
Parker’s Piece Mindful Meander
- Wednesday 8 May at 1pm
- Meet on the terrace of Hobbs Pavilion, on Parker’s Piece
- Booking is essential
Join our mindfulness facilitator and health walk leader to learn the basics of mindfulness before putting this into practice on a meander around the centre of Cambridge.
At a gentle pace, this walk will last no more than 60 minutes and is suited for people with walking aids. Return to the pavilion after the walk for a free refreshment and chat.
- Reserve your space on the Parker’s Piece Mindful Meander
North and east Cambridge
Chesterton Mindful Meander
- Wednesday 22 May at 1pm
- Meet on the terrace of Chesterton Pavilion, on Church Street
- Booking is essential
Join our mindfulness facilitator and health walk leader to learn the basics of mindfulness before putting this into practice on a meander around Chesterton.
At a gentle pace, this walk will last no more than 60 minutes and is suited for people with walking aids. Return to the pavilion after the walk for a free refreshment and chat.
Other walks in north and east Cambridge
The following walks are held monthly and led by the Social Prescribing Link Workers and Health and Wellbeing coaches from local GP surgeries:
- First Wednesday of the month
- 2pm from Nuffield Road Surgery, Nuffield Road (CB4 1GL)
- Contact Sofia at cpicb.nrmcpatients@nhs.net for more information
- Second Thursday of the month
- 2pm from The Edge Cafe, Mill Road (CB1 3DF) to CoFarm off Barnwell Road and back
- Not suitable for pushhairs or for anybody who uses a walking aid
- Contact maria.carvalho5@nhs.net for more information
You do not have to be registered at any particular surgery to attend these walks.
South Cambridge
Nightingale Mindful Meander
- Wednesday 15 May at midday
- Meet on the terrace of the new Nightingale Pavilion, on Nightingale Avenue
- Booking is essential
The walk will take 45 to 60 minutes, depending upon the ability of the group. It will be led around the community garden and recreation ground, before returning to the pavilion for a free refreshment.
Before the walk you will learn the basics of mindfulness reflection, which you can practice on the walk. This walk is suitable for people with walking aids.
Trumpington wellbeing walk
- Fridays at 11am from Trumpington Park and Ride (CB2 9FT)
- Meeting point: The kiosk
This walk ranges from 50 to 70 minutes long.
It can be adapted to be a path walk, so that those using walking aids and pushchairs can join. However, if nobody with those needs is present, the walk will go through local woods and along the river. Suitable footwear is required for muddy paths.
There is a refreshment stop at the end of the walk as it passes the Trumpington Meadows community space. The café inside operates on a donation basis.
Please contact foundation@cambridgeunited.com for more details. It is recommended that you email first prior to attending.
Booking a walk
You do not need to book in advance for any wellbeing walk. However, some walks are available to pre-book via Bookwhen.
Booking in advance will provide you with more information on meeting locations, and will also enable us to contact you should a last-minute cancellation take place.
Other walking opportunities
Visit the Ramblers website to find out more about wellbeing walks around Cambridge and further afield.
Mental Health Mates is a network of peer support groups, run by people who experience their own mental health issues. They meet regularly to walk, connect and share without fear or judgement.
Volunteer to lead a walk
We rely on volunteers to lead and support walks in the local area.
Please contact us if you’re passionate about supporting people to get active and could offer some time. We’ll provide free training and support.
