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Note 10.20am meet up for a prompt 10.30am start. Miriam's Friday Meander is an easy/moderate pace fortnightly walk of around 4 miles, ideal for those who who would like to build their distance and stamina to a point that they can join Workout Walks and longer Adventure Walks. The walks are based in countryside locations easily accessed from the East Lancashire Road (A580) or M56/M60/M62/M61 corridors.  Get some great Nordic Walking exercise, fresh air and chat! When allowed/feasible there is an optional brew stop at a local cafe or pub after the walk or sometimes a bring your own mid walk 'Rucksack cafe'.  

THIS WEEK - Wheatacre Woods Nature Reserve Revisited (NEW Route 2), Burtonwood. A mainly flat route on good paths of around 4 miles. Wheatacre Woods Nature Reserve is a pleasant woodland, managed by the Woodland Trust and part of the Mersey Forest. This second route takes us on different footpaths to other parts of this lovely nature reserve & surrounding farmland area.  Bring your own drink & snack on this walk. 

Meeting Point - Wheatacre Woods Car Park, off Gorsey Lane, Burtonwood, WA5 4HP. Travelling West, leave M62 at junction 8. At the roundabout at the top of the slip road, take the 5th exit (in effect turn right) onto Burtonwood Road. Follow Burtonwood Road, which then becomes Clay Lane, for approx 1.25miles. Turn left into Gorsey Lane, & the free car park is on the right after approx. 50yds, on the bend. No toilets (the nearest are at Burtonwood services as you leave the M62), but there is good tree cover for going 'wild'. 

Google Maps - Search for Wheatacre Woods, Burtonwood, WA5 4HP. 

What3Words:///shifters.ramming.appoints takes you to the entrance to the car park on Gorsey Lane. 

PLEASE NOTE, you need to have your own poles to attend this walk as no poles will be available for hire on the day unless by prior arrangement. 

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Come and Try ... these WALX make every step count! Total Body Walking™ is a unique mix of walking drills with strength, balance and postural exercises. Enthusiasm required; no equipment needed.

FREE TRIAL AVAILABLE - contact us for your free trial code

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Choose the pre-paid option and get 20% off - this walk costs £6

Pay by monthly direct debit and this walk is included in the package

The wellbeing walk is suitable for those who have completed the Power of Poles Introductory course/Learn to Nordic walk course and/or haven`t attended a class for a while.

This walk is also suitable for anyone coming back from an injury/illness or has medical conditions that prevent them from walking at a faster pace.

By regularly attending, you will be able to focus on increasing the intensity of your walking as fitness levels improve.

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THIS IS A PRIVATELY BOOKED 1-1 SESSION. 

IF YOU WOULD LIKE A 1-1 PLS CONTACT REBECCA at lovelywalks@icloud.com

Our one to one sessions are suitable for people who prefer a dynamic session looking at specific technique or training for a challenge. This is also ideal for those who prefer to not participate in the weekly group sessions, often training on their own, but returning occasionally for a technique refresher.

The technique sessions are suitable for people who need to smarten up and tighten up on their Nordic walking technique. 

If you have completed a beginner course and have let things slide a bit, this session could be just what you are looking for. You don`t need to be a regular Norfolk Nordic Walking member and you are not obligated to participate in all our sessions.

Please note: The venue shown can be changed

This is for our Freedom Passport Members only.

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Walking through farmland and woodlands exploring the local footpaths.

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Find out how to use fitness walking poles to achieve the results YOU want.

This 2 PART COURSE, delivered in partnership with THREE RIVERS DISCTRICT COUNCIL and including a free pole clinic, will help you understand how to select the right kind of poles and use them for health, fitness, fun or challenges.  

This course is delivered over 2 x 1-hour sessions:

·         The first session will ensure you get the correct movement and technique using strapless poles

·         The second session will enable you to practice your technique and we will then help you select the right poles and walks for YOU!  

SESSION DATES : 12th August at 11:30am + 19th August at 11:30am

Please book and pay for this session and we will add you to the 19th August session; there will be no additional cost.

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Join Sally for a sociable Nordic Walk in the beautiful surrounds of Kirkby Lonsdale with a mixed ability group. (Ideal for beginners)

Tone and Chat Tuesday walk is an easy/moderate pace 80 minute walk for NWUK Freedom passport holders.

This session is ideal for those wanting to improve their fitness and don’t feel ready for the faster paced Workout walk, or just want to have a Nordic walk, fresh air and chat.

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Explore - woodland, hills and meadows, all part of these most enjoyable walks.

This walk is for those who can walk 5-6 km in an hour and is moderate pace. Please do get in touch if you wish to ascertain your suitability.

Your WALX Master is trained to deliver the Nordic Walking UK FREEDOM programme.

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

For just a £19.99 monthly membership you can join *unlimited WALX, *90mins & under.

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A 3.5. - 4 mile wander along the gorgeous lanes of Casterton. Suitable for beginners or those just wanting a more leisurely pace. Gear 1/2 pace.

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Unwind at the end of the week with our Nordic walk in Beckenham Place Park.

These sessions are for Lewisham residents and you must have completed a ‘Learn to NW’ course before joining these sessions.

After warming up together we`ll break into smaller groups so you may be with the instructor or a volunteer leader to walk at a pace that suits you.

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This is a lovely walk and the perfect way to enjoy a summers evening.

We meet outside the Black Rabbit Inn and then make our way up to Cissbury Ring. We will stop to admire the views and then make our way back down the hill. 

This is an open walk. You do not have to be a Nordic walker or have poles. 

We finish the evening in the pub if you would like to join us. 

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A moderately paced ADVENTURE walk of approximately 3 miles with a pace of 17-18 min/mile.

Mostly a Gear 2 walk with occasional short bursts of gear 3 where appropriate and on mixed terrain.

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A moderately paced ADVENTURE walk of approximately 10-12 miles with a pace of 17-18 min/mile.  

Mostly a Gear 2 walk with occasional short bursts of gear 3 where appropriate and on mixed terrain.

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As this is the last Saturday walk before we break up for the summer we will make a stop at the Boathouse for a cuppa between 9.15 and 10.00am.

A comfortably paced walk for you to enjoy in a social atmosphere, the instructor will lead you through a warm up, during the walk follow the aerobic curve to enable you to improve your fitness levels and general wellbeing, finishing with a cool down and a stretch at the end of the walk.   

Please ensure that you have completed the Nordic Walking Learn to Walk/Power of Poles Intro course prior to booking this session. Beginner courses are now available in Bexley, free Taster sessions are available.

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Join Emma for a 90min WORKOUT Nordic Walk at CAMPBELL PARK. 

Strenuous Pace with some hill work! Workout Walk pace 6km p/hr to get the heart pumping!

PACE: 6km p/hr

TERRAIN: Tarmac and grass paths and hills

DISTANCE: approx 8km

PLEASE READ FULL WALK DESCRIPTION FOR MORE DETAILS.

We are currently only loaning poles to new walkers for a few walks at the moment, in order for them to try before purchasing their own, so you will need your own poles going forward. This is more Covid hygenic for everyone. All walks up to and including 90mins are FREE to Monthly DD members, all other walkers will be charged £7 p/hour.

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Join Karen for a Weekend Adventure Walk around the Wigginton area.

We believe that everyone should be able to enjoy the great outdoors. Poles or no poles!

Explore - woodland, hills and meadows, all part of these most enjoyable walks.

This walk is for those who can walk 5-6 km in an hour and is moderate pace. Please do get in touch if you wish to ascertain your suitability. 

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Duration – 1 ½ hours, walk grade - 3.  Not everyone walks at the same pace!  The Regular Walk is a social way to get fit and stay fit.  It`s aimed at moderate paced walkers and above.  After a warm up we will set off together and those that wish to walk fast can go ahead and at certain points we will gather together.  This is achieved by those walking ahead will, at certain points or times, double back to the rear of the group or remaining at a pre-determined rendezvous point and practicing drills or other gentle exercises to keep warm and active.

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This session is for those who want to specifically tone their upper and lower body - these action packed 1-hour workout sessions include toning exercises.

Everyone is encouraged to work at your own pace to push and achieve their fitness goals.

The sessions are designed to help you get the results you want. We include motivating drills and exercises into a fast paced fun workout whilst making the most of the great outdoors.

We make the most of the environment, using benches, walls and the terrain to build resistance. For variety we sometimes use other equipment. 

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Pep up the pace and improve your fitness.  

Great for those who have joined the Distance Challenge Walk. 

This class is fast-paced, at times raising your heart rate and will improve your personal physical endurance. Typically this class will cover 4+ miles. 

If you want to step up a gear on your walks, you are a runner that wants to learn how to ascend and descend hills and master more technical terrain more effectively? Or perhaps you were a gym-goer and want to swap the mirrors for nature. 

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A 2 hour Walk starting from the Car Park at the back of the Black Rabbit in Arundel .

A stunning circular walk .

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 These walks take you any where and everywhere. The main focus of these walks are to explore the area, including open countryside, Nature Reserves, Canals and Parks and Gardens .

Depending on the route will depend on the terrain we will be walking over,  which may include some styles and rough ground 

The walks will vary each week and are lead either by an instructor or a walk leader.

Please be aware on this walk as it goes through some woodland the terrain in places can be quite narrow and the path in places  has exposed roots making it tricky in places   

The good news is there are no stiles !!!

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Enjoy a 4.5-5 mile Nordic walk along the canals & footpaths of Mossley! This will be a faster paced walk with fewer breaks

To join this walk you must be able to maintain a steady pace of at least 3mph

Before booking onto this walk, please ensure you agree with our latest COVID guidelines

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Enjoy a sociable 3.5-4 mile Nordic walk along the footpaths of Mossley! Ideal for beginners

Before booking onto this walk, please ensure you agree with our latest COVID guidelines

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A moderately paced ADVENTURE walk of approximately 6-8 miles with a pace of 17-18 min/mile.

Mostly a Gear 2 walk with occasional short bursts of gear 3 where appropriate and on mixed terrain.

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THIS WALK IS A 7 MILER FOR THOSE WHO LIKE A LONGER GEAR 2 ROUTE.  GREAT FOR THOSE OF YOU SIGNED UP FOR THE SEPTEMBER HALF MARATHON...

Please dress appropriately for the weather, and don’t forget water, waterproofs (if necessary), suncream, bug spray AND ASTHMA INHALER

£8.50 BUT INCLUDED IN UNLIMITED WALKS P/W + UNLIMITED ZOOMS £27 PER MONTH PACKAGE