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.

For further information, contact the Walking Group Coordinator annephsgwalkers@gmail.com

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.

The Walking Group has 2 defibrillators that are carried by someone in each group of walkers.

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

Wed 9th July

Sat 19th July

Wed 30th July

Sat 9th August BBQ

Wed 20th August

Sat 30th August

Wed 10th Spet

Sat 20th Sept

Wed 1st Oct

Sat 11th Oct

Wed 22nd Oct

NEXT WALK – Wednesday 9th July 10:30am

Candford Park Riverside SANG

Thisis an easy walk along flat gravel paths or wide grassy areas bordering the paths. There are benches and natural wood seats long the route. Trees may offer a little shade, but it is mostly open ground so should it be hot day, bring sun protection and a hat as well as a drink.

Directions:

From Merley, Broadstone or West Poole take the A349 along Gravel Hill and turn right at the traffic light on to Queen Anne Drive. This becomes Magna Road. Shortly after the Candford Magna Garden Centre, turn left at the lights onto Knighton Lane.

From other areas of Poole or Longham, at the Bear Cross roundabout take Magna Road and turn right at the traffic lights onto Knighton Lane.

Once in Knighton Lane, angle left into Candford SANG car park. If this car park is full, use the overflow car park.

For those not walking or only doing a short walk, refreshments are available at the Candford Magna Garden Centre.

Lunch is booked for 12:45 at the Hamworthy Social Club, Magna Road, BH21 3AP. Please contact The Walking Group Leader by Tuesday 8th July if you wish to reserve a place for lunch.

Please encourage any PHSG members you know to join us on our walks, so they too can benefit from our beautiful countryside and make new friends.

For further information, contact the Walking Group Coordinator annephsgwalkers@gmail.com

For those that attend Wednesday exercise classes there is no need to say you’re unable to attend a Wednesday walk.

Walking Group Members

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