Walking Group

The Walking Group is open to all PHSG members and has been in existence since 1997. It aims to develop wellbeing both physically and mentally by being outside in the natural environment and to promote new friendships and camaraderie.

If you would like any further information or fancy joining a walk, please get in touch by selecting the ‘Walking Group’ option on the Contact Us page

Walks are held every 10 days on alternate Wednesdays and Saturdays and are organised by Walking Group members who endeavour to source walks that suit all the walking members requirements.

Each walk allows for those who are able to walk up to 3 miles at a standard pace and also for those who prefer to walk around 1 mile at a slower pace.

The walks do not involve steep hills or tricky stiles and help is always at hand if required. Walking is at a pace that allows time to stop to admire views, observe the wonders of nature and enjoy bird song.

Lunch afterwards at a nearby pub adds a bit of incentive!

NEXT WALK – Wednesday 8th April 10:30am

Our next walk is on Wednesday, 8th April, 2026. It starts from the Tap and Railway pub and is around Holt Heath and Ferndown Forest. It’s a flat route mainly on hard paths and some road walking. There is considerable rain in the forecast over the few days prior to this walk so across the Heath could be wet. Please come prepared with sturdy walking boots or shoes and walking sticks if needed for support.

For the shorter route please follow the longer route and return on the same path. The pub opens at 11.30am for refreshments but there is also a coffee shop a short distance from the pub. 

Address:- Tap and Railway, 195, Station Road, West Moors, BH22 0HX. 

We are allowed to park at the pub for the duration of our walk and lunch.

Directions:- For those that have Satnav use the postcode BH22 0HX

For those travelling from Poole take the A35 road towards Fleetsbridge roundabout. Take the last  exit onto the slip road leading onto the dual carriageway, the A3049, heading east. Stay on this route until it becomes Ringwood Road signposted the A348. This route will take you towards Longham and Ferndown. Eventually at the roundabout turn left onto the A31. Turn right into Station Road on the B3072.

For those travelling from the west or east take the A31 towards West Moors. Take the exit onto the B3072 which leads into Station Road.

Please confirm you are attending the walk as we then know who to expect and we can do a head count before settling off. 

To reserve your lunch seat please email or message the Walking Group Coordinator

Walking Group Members

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