From the WALX & NWUK Community
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Wessex Nordic Walkers took part in the Walk for a Brighter Future 10k raising over £250 for their local NHS hospital in Swindon. NWUK Instructor Ashley Sandy led the way with all that and took first place with others in the group just behind her. Groups around the UK have found that taking part in
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The Isle of Purbeck in Dorset once again became PURPLEBECK this September when Nordic Walkers from around the World arrived to take part in the 3rd Purbeck Nordic Walking Festival organised by local company Nordic Walking UK Dressed in their signature Purple branded shirts they took part in over 120 different walks and workshops which
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Autumn is the season of glorious colours, crisp leaves and golden light but it’s also a time when the risk of accidents increases. Perhaps that’s why they call it the FALL? Why is this so? Well, with Autumn comes darkness, mist and fog for one! Visibility is reduced massively by the shortened days and increase
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We love supporting our Nordic Walkers as they embark on personal challenges and this year it was great to hear from two Ladies who completed the Cotswold 24 hour challenenge event in early August. There is a growing band of Nordic walkers at this event every year so why not put it in your calendar
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Are you one of those folk who scoff about walking with poles? Do you think its something you could teach yourself or simply think what’s the point? You are not alone and when our Team are out n about at shows we hear the same comments a lot although once we have the chance to
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Avoid feeling lousy by September by making sure you pack your poles and keep up your Nordic Walking whilst away this Summer. Yes, we know that might be easier if like Mrs May you like holidaying in typical walking country like Switzerland but don’t fall into the trap of not giving it a go in
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The NWUK Festival Team are back into full planning mode following the success of the RUSTICK festival in the Peak District over the May Bank Holiday. This mini Festival was a sell out and participants enjoyed 75 amazing walks and workshops for all levels in the stunning setting of Tissington Hall. Watch the video here
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We love sharing some of the many photos we recieve from our groups on a daily basis because they show the range of Nordic walking sessions out there. From charity challenges to rehabilitaion groups and fun ‘meet up walks’ right across the UK. To stay in touch, make sure you follow us on Facebook for
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The 2 challenge events at the PURBECK NORDIC WALKING FESTIVAL are not out and out races but rather timed distance routes. Last we saw people of all levels, take up the challenge and push themselves to complete their selected distance. Sue from Bromsgrove completed the tough 27 mile challenge – she says “The
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As someone already with a love of walking you may have already been aware of and caught BBC2’s recent programme “Pilgrimage – The Road to Santiago”. If not, don’t despair it can still be caught on BBC iplayer and it’s worth a watch as it may inspire you to give it a go. The show follows
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It’s mid-March – we are eagerly anticipating the return of spring, brighter mornings and later evenings. The temptation to hide under the duvet is strong, or if you are more committed, you may head down to your local gym to keep your exercise regime going while you wait for warmer days.
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UPDATE: There’s still time to enter our March competition, but hurry, the closing date is 18 March! [symple_divider style=”dashed” margin_top=”20″ margin_bottom=”20″]We think you will love this prize for our Nordic Walking UK March members’ competition. Enter now for a chance to win a voucher worth £80 to spend on the fabulous range of shoes from