Wellbeing Walk Search Results

Join Peter and Gillian for a friendly circular walk around Worsborough Mill Reservoir. This route is mainly flat, with dirt track paths which has uneven ground in parts. The route can be muddy, so make sure you have appropriate footwear for the walk. There is one small stile on the route (See Photo 5).

Dogs are welcome but asked to be kept on the lead. The walk is just over 60 minutes long and has a few rest stops along the way.

Please contact Peter and Gillian on the email box above if you have any questions about the walk.

Join Kayleigh and Karla for a leisurely stroll along the scenic Trans Pennine Trail, passing by the beautiful Monk Bretton Priory. The walk starts from the Priory Campus in Lundwood and follows a well-paved and mostly flat route, with just one small incline. There are several resting points along the way, where you can take a break and catch your breath.

This walk is suitable for wheelchairs, prams, and dogs on a lead. There are two walk leaders, so you can walk at your own pace and regroup at the resting points. Make sure to wear comfortable and weather-appropriate footwear and clothing to fully enjoy this walk.

Join Peter for a lovely circular walk around New Springs Country Park in Grimethorpe. It starts in the Acorn Centre car park, with a little bit of road walking through the industrial estate. There are 2 roads to cross before getting to the park. The surface in the park is slightly uneven but does not get muddy. There is an incline to get up to the view point (it's worth the walk up!).

The walk is dog friendly but please keep them on the lead. The walk is family friendly, however, please contact Peter using the form above if you have any questions to gage a better understanding of the route i.e if you plan to bring a pushchair.

Join Dave and the friendly group on a social stroll along the Trans Pennine Trail. There are various routes available depending on the ability of the group. The walk covers 2 miles and rest stops are available if required. There is a slight incline to get onto the trail but the rest is flat. The surface is paved but can get flooded occasionally. For the first walk the path continues towards Mcdonalds, where the group turn around and walk back to Kate's Sandwich Bar.

The second route starts the same on the Trans Pennie Trail but turns off onto more uneven terrains with slight inclines. It continues on a dirt track, through a small wooded area and back down through fields. Again this route is just over 2 miles.

There are usually 2 walk leaders on the walk, therefore, the group can split off onto the various routes. If there's only 1 walk leader, the group will stay together and do the first route.

Join us for a circular walk starting at the RSPB courtyard and following the path round to the Manvers Lake Waterfront, with a half way stop at the Boathouse Cafe for a lovely hot or cold drink, depending on the weather! The park is full of wildlife from fish to ducks, geese and swans.

The route is accessible for wheelchairs and buggies, but the walk can get muddy due to being a dirt track and there are a few slight inclines with some uneven ground, but it's mainly flat. Get in touch by clicking the email button above if you would like more information.

Join Amy and Joely for a 2 mile circular walk around Phoenix Park in Thurnscoe. Look out for the unique sculptures as you stroll along the winding paths. The park has a good hard surface, that doesn't get too muddy, however, it does flood after lots of rainfall.

There are a couple of slight inclines but plenty of rest stops along the way. The walk is suitable for prams, wheelchairs, and dogs on a lead. The route can be adapted to suit all abilities.

Appropriate clothing and footwear for the weather is advised. Please get in touch if you'd like more details.

Join Pete for a gentle walk around Elsecar park and the surrounding fields. This walk is suitable for beginners, however, the surface is slightly uneven with a slight incline. There are 2 stiles to climb over and the walk can be muddy if it's been raining a few days before. 

It's recommended to wear walking boots or good trainers to prevent slips and trips. The walk is dog friendly but they are asked to be kept on a lead. The walk is family friendly, however, the route isn't suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs. 

There are some poles available to borrow if required for the walk. Please speak to Pete for more information.

Join Les and the friendly group on a circular walk from Cudworth library, through the park and into green spaces. The walk takes you on public footpaths, through the park, on a dirt track trail, through fields and back towards Cudworth library. The walk does have slight inclines, but there are a few rest stops along the way to regroup.

The walk can get muddy and the surface is uneven, therefore, it is advised to wear sensible footwear to avoid slips and trips. The walk is dog friendly and the owner is asked to keep the dog on a lead or under control when off the lead. 

Join Roger and the friendly bunch of walkers on a circular route round Wombwell. The walk consists of a mixture of road paths, dirt paths and field tracks. There are various easy walking routes in the area, the walk leader decides which route to take depending on the weather and the ability of the group. The routes are easy with uneven surfaces and slight inclines. The group is friendly, welcoming and takes rest stops if required. The walk can be muddy, but the walk leader tries to avoid this where possible.

One of the routes does have a stile, but there are lots of routes available to avoid the stile if required. Speak to Roger prior to the walk if you have any questions or concerns, or fill in the form above.

Join Sharon and the lovely group for a sociable stroll along the Trans Pennine Trail, starting and finishing on the bench next to the skate park (See Photo 2), behind the Tesco Superstore. This route has a good surface that is flat and on even grounds. This route rarely gets muddy and is suitable for all abilities, buggies, wheelchairs and mobility scooters. 

This walk has up to 4 walk leaders which means you can walk at your own pace and chose the length of the walk that suits you. The walk is up to 1 hour 15 minutes long, walking up to the 'White Cottage' and back again. Alternatively, you can walk to the half way point and turn back, meeting everyone back at the start point. This walk is dog friendly.

Join Alice and Freya from Barnsley FC Community Trust for a lovely stroll around Worsbrough. The routes always start from Worsbrough Miners Welfare car park but,vary each week depending on the ability of the group and the time of year. During the lighter nights, the routes can be more rural around Worsbrough Mill Reservoir and surrounding fields. During the darker nights, the routes are more urban, sticking to the lit paths of Worsbrough. The walk is ideal for bringing kids along and dogs on a lead are welcome too.

It is advised to wear weather appropriate clothes and sensible footwear for walking. For the darker nights, the leaders have reflective bands for each walker to be safe while walking while it's dark.

Join the volunteer walk leaders for a walk and talk around the green spaces and trails of Penistone. Starting and finishing at Penistone Leisure Centre, there are various routes to choose from depending on the weather and ability of the group. Dogs on a lead are welcome to all walks.

The first route takes you through Watermeadows Park which is mainly flat and paved. One road requires crossing but there is a pelican crossing to use. The bridge into the park can be slippery when wet, but the route doesn't get muddy. The walk is wheelchair and pram-friendly.

The second route is 3km long. It is mostly on footpaths with a little bit of woodland at the start. There is an elevation gain of 60m with a slow incline partway through and then a gradual slope back down again.