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!

Sat 9th May

Wed 20th May

Sat 30th May

Wed 10th June

Sat 20th June

Wed 1st July

Sat 11th July

Wed 22nd July

Sat 1st August

Wed 12th August

Sat 22nd August

Wed 2nd September

Sat 12th September

Wed 23rd September

Sat 3rd October

Wed 14th October

Sat 24th October

NEXT WALK – Saturday 9th May 10:30am

Canford Magna SANG

Our next PHSG walk is Saturday 9th May at Canford Magna SANG, Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace. A SANG is similar to a country park albeit with a particular purpose: to reduce recreational pressures on sensitive habitats and protect the species therein. There is a network of well maintained footpaths offering circular walks and encompasses the majority of Canford Magna Riverside Golf Course that closed in April 2016. It allows access to the southern bank of the lovely River Stour and all its wildlife. There will be a longer route of just under 3 miles as well as a shorter route. There is a mobile cafe that should be open. Please be aware of uneven ground away from the paths with possibly hidden rabbit holes! 

The walk starts at 10.30am in the bigger 2ND CARPARK. There is no charge for parking but if that carpark is full you will need to return to the other carpark back along the track. As you gather please stand to one side and be aware of cars moving and parking.

Directions:- From Poole Civic centre head northwards on the A35 along Fernside Road to the Fleetsbridge roundabout then continue on the dual carriageway along Waterloo Road. At the Darbys Corner roundabout take the A349 up Gravel Hill. At the set of traffic lights turn right along Queen Anne Drive. 

From the west or Wimborne direction take the A31 to the Merley roundabout. Take the exit towards Poole. At the traffic lights on Gravel Hill turn left into Queen Anne Drive.

Once in Queen Anne Drive continue on the A341 past the Hamworthy Club and the Garden Centre to the next set of traffic lights where you turn left Into Knighton Lane. Beware there is a road at an angle almost immediately to the left leading to the SANG.

Lunch is at the Haymoor pub, 18, Neighbourhood Centre, Culliford Crescent, Canford Heath, BH17 9DW. It is booked for 12.30pm but those doing the shorter walk may put in their food orders if they arrive earlier to ease the pressure on the kitchen staff.

Please RESERVE your LUNCH SEAT by THURSDAY EVENING on 7TH MAY by calling the walk leader or the Walking Group Cooridinator.

Plese advise re your lunch booking in good time.

At present rain is in the forecast so go prepared for whatever the weather decides to do and enjoy this lovely natural area.

Walking Group Members

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