Our Wellbeing Walks programme consists of friendly group walks that can help you become and stay active around Huntingdonshire. You can enjoy the walk at your own pace, but with the added benefit of being in the company of other walkers and trained walk leaders.
The Wellbeing Walks are led by volunteer walk leaders who are also first aid trained. Most walks cover 3-4 miles and last approximately 1 hour. Walks are free to join, and everybody is welcome.
The programme has been developed alongside the Ramblers and our neighbouring local authorities.
Walks key
| Colour | Description |
|---|---|
| Green | Are accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs |
| Orange | Moderate walk - 30-60 mins over 2-3 miles. A mixture of pathways and grass tracks. May include stiles and kissing gates. Not suitable for wheelchairs or buggies |
| Green/Orange | A moderate walk with the option of a shorter easier route if desired |
| Red | Advanced Walk 60-90 mins over 3-4 miles |
| Green/Red | Advanced Walk with the option of a short/moderate if desired |
February
Huntingdon
| Day | Time | Walk | Location | Key |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 8 | 2pm | Woodland Ramble | Cafe, Hinchingbrooke Country Park, Huntingdon, PE29 6DB | Green/Orange |
| Friday 10 | 10am | Perry Walk | Wheatsheaf Park Car Park, West Perry, PE28 0BX | Orange |
| Wednesday 15 | 2pm | Meadow Meander | Bridge Place Car Park, Godmanchester, PE29 2AB | Orange |
| Friday 17 | 10am | Hinchingbrooke Circular | Cafe, Hinchingbrooke Country Park, Huntingdon, PE29 6DB | Red (not suitable for new walkers) |
| Wednesday 22 | 2pm | Grafham Lakeside | Cinnamon Indian Restaurant car park, Breach Road, Grafham, PE28 0BA | Orange |
| Friday 24 | 10am | Houghton Meadows | Houghton Mill Car Park, Mill Lane, Houghton, PE28 2AZ |
St Ives
| Date | Time | Walk | Location | Key |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 7 | 2pm | RSPB Fen Drayton | Three Tuns Pub, Fen Drayton, CB24 4SJ | Orange |
| Thursday 9 | 10am | Warners Walk | Chapel on the Bridge, St Ives, PE27 5UW | Orange |
| Tuesday 14 | 2pm | Pidley | Lakeside Lodge Golf Centre, Fen Road, Pidley, PE28 3DF | Red (not suitable for new walkers) |
| Thursday 16 | 10am | Somersham | Victory hall Car Park, Parkhall Road, Somersham, PE28 3HE | Orange |
| Tuesday 21 | 2pm | The Hemingfords | Axe & Compass, High Street, Hemingford Abbots, PE28 9AH | Orange |
| Thursday 23 | 10am | Ouse Meander | St Ives Library, 4 Library Row, Station Road, St Ives, PE27 5BW | Orange |
| Tuesday 28 | 2pm | Bluntisham | Bluntisham Recreation Ground, Mill Lane, Bluntisham, PE28 3LR | Orange |
St Neots
| Day | Time | Walk | Location | Key |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday 3 | 2pm | Great Paxton Walk | The Bell, High Street, Great Paxton, PE19 6RF | Orange |
| Monday 6 | 10am | Marina View | Riverside Car park, St Neots, PE19 7SD | Green/Orange |
| Friday 10 | 2pm | Three Lakes | Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, PE19 6ET | Orange |
| Monday 13 | 10am | Loves Farm Wander | St Neots Football Club, Rowley Park, Kester Way, St Neots, PE19 6SL | Orange |
| Friday 17 | 2pm | Reserve Ramble | Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, PE19 6ET | Green/Orange |
| Monday 20 | 10am | Offord Walk | The Offord Shoe, 90 High St, Offord D'Arcy, Saint Neots, PE19 5RH | Orange |
| Friday 24 | 2pm | Two Bridges | Priory Park Car Park, Huntingdon Road, St Neots, PE19 1AJ | Orange |
| Monday 27 | 10am | Eynesbury Manor | One Leisure St Neots, Barford Road, Eynesbury, PE19 2SA | Orange |
Ramsey
| Day | Time | Walk | Location | Key |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 6 | 2pm | Stocking Fen Stroll | Ramsey Library, 25 Great Whyte, Ramsey, PE26 1HG | Green/Orange |
| Monday 13 | 2pm | Great Fen | Woodwalton Fen Car Park, Chapel Road, Ramsey Heights, PE26 2RS | Orange |
| Monday 20 | 2pm | Forty Foot Circular | Ramsey Forty Foot Village Hall, Ramsey Road, Ramsey Forty Foot, PE26 2XN | Orange |
| Monday 27 | 2pm | Great Fen Dragonfly | Great Fen Information Point, Long Drove, Ramsey St Mary's | Orange (No Dogs) |
Yaxley
| Day | Time | Walk | Location | Key |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday 9 | 2pm | Askews Walk | Yaxley Library, Yaxley, PE7 3JL | Green/Orange |
| Thursday 16 | 2pm | Crown Lakes | Crown Lakes car park, Farcet PE7 3BA | Orange |
| Thursday 23 | 2pm | Yaxley Meadow | Yaxley Library, Yaxley, PE7 3JL | Orange |
| Thursday 30 | 2pm | Pond Walk | Yaxley Library, Yaxley, PE7 3JL | Orange |
Who can attend?
Everyone is welcome on the walks, no matter your age or ability. Children under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Concerned about joining for the first time? Try one of our shorter green walks which last 20-30 minutes and are suitable for pushchairs and wheelchair users.
Please complete this short health questionnaire before you attend your first walk.
Do I need to book?
We encourage pre-booking before attending a walk, however it is not essential. You can book via the One Leisure website, the One Leisure App or by phoning 01480 388111. Bookings can be made up to 7 days in advance.
How much does it cost?
The walks are free of charge, however the Huntingdonshire Wellbeing Walks scheme invites walkers to make a voluntary donation to support the running and continuation of the scheme. The suggested donation amount is £20 per year per walker. This is not compulsory - it is up to you if, and how much, you want to donate.
Can I bring my dog?
You are welcome to bring your dog on all walks except for the:
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Great Fen and Great Fen Dragonfly walks in Ramsey
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Brampton Wood walk
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Stukeley Stroll and Woodland Ramble in Huntingdon
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Buckden Village walk and
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Paxton Pits walk during June and July.
We recommend that dogs are kept under ‘close control’ at all times. This doesn’t necessarily mean on a lead, but we ask that dogs are kept on a lead if you cannot rely on their obedience. The usual rules apply regarding fouling. We ask all dog owners to be respectful of other walkers and to remember that not all people are dog lovers.