Wellness Walks

Meet Nick – Volunteer Walk Leader

Who, Where & Why… Nick is one of our Volunteer Wellness Walk Leaders. Nick is a fully qualified Lowland Leader & like all of the team he also has qualifications in First Aid for Mental Health, Outdoor First Aid and Safeguarding. Nick is based in Lancashire. Tell us a bit about your journey to becoming […]

Kind words – Marie (15-08-2024)

Crag End Beacon on Great Shunner We head out of Hardraw on the Pennine Way up to Crag End Beacon at 626m. The track is rough in places, steep in a few sections but we will take them at a pace to suit ourselves and stop frequently to take in the views, which are definitely […]

Meet Ruth – Volunteer Wellness Walk Leader

Who, Where & Why… Ruth is one of our Volunteer Wellness Walk Leaders. Ruth is a fully qualified Lowland Leader & like all of the team she also has qualifications in First Aid for Mental Health, Outdoor First Aid and Safeguarding. Ruth is based in Lancashire, but leads lots of our walks in the Yorkshire […]

Why Outdoor Adventure Skills Are Disappearing and Why They Matter

Things to think about In an increasingly digital world, practical outdoor skills are becoming less common. Skills like navigation, basic survival knowledge, and nature awareness are often overshadowed by tech-based activities. Yet these skills are vital, especially for families. Participating in family adventure days that teach these skills can strengthen family bonds, build resilience, and […]

Kind words – Rachel (29-10-2024)

Airlie Monument walk Nice afternoon to unwind, follow the path to Airlie monument, find out the history of the monument then carry on along the path surrounded by views and look out for the deer. Then back on the lower track through the trees in the fading light of the day to the carpark. Lead […]

Kind words – Julia (29-10-2024)

Airlie Monument walk Nice afternoon to unwind, follow the path to Airlie monument, find out the history of the monument then carry on along the path surrounded by views and look out for the deer. Then back on the lower track through the trees in the fading light of the day to the carpark. Lead […]

Kind words – Heather (29-10-2024)

Airlie Monument walk Nice afternoon to unwind, follow the path to Airlie monument, find out the history of the monument then carry on along the path surrounded by views and look out for the deer. Then back on the lower track through the trees in the fading light of the day to the carpark. Lead […]

Kind words – Karen Lees (29-10-2024)

Airlie Monument walk Nice afternoon to unwind, follow the path to Airlie monument, find out the history of the monument then carry on along the path surrounded by views and look out for the deer. Then back on the lower track through the trees in the fading light of the day to the carpark. Lead […]

Kind words – Mark (29-10-2024)

Airlie Monument walk Nice afternoon to unwind, follow the path to Airlie monument, find out the history of the monument then carry on along the path surrounded by views and look out for the deer. Then back on the lower track through the trees in the fading light of the day to the carpark. Lead […]

Kind words – Phil (29-09-2024)

Clapham – Austwick Loop A chance to explore the beautiful Yorkshire Dales through the serene villages of Clapham and Austwick. Starting in Clapham, we will make a steady ascent up into the hills along a well trodden gravel path. We’ll take this at our own pace with as many stops as we need. There’s no […]