Walks 4 Wellbeing

30/12/2025

The NHS provides resources to help you get active at home.

Download the Active 10 App to track your steps, set goals, give you tips to boost your activity and more.

A good starter in your journey to being more physically active.

Download now: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/get-active/

28/12/2025

Looking for something to do in January? Our friends at the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust and Our Crafty Place are running 2 new events:

Live in Ilkeston? Let’s Get Creative Together

Kick off the new year by joining us at our two inspiring community days hosted in partnership with Our Crafty Place

What’s happening?
* Fun crafting activities
* Mindful walks
* Meet amazing people in your local area

When:
Tue 13 Jan 2026
Tue 27 Jan 2026

To find out more visit : Ilkeston@walkwheelcycletrust.org.uk
or book now by scanning the QR code or using the link on the poster.
There are limited spaces, so don’t miss out.

Active Erewash Erewash Borough Council Walks 4 Wellbeing

Live in Ilkeston? Let’s Get Creative Together

Kick off the new year by joining us at our two inspiring community days hosted in partnership with Our Crafty Place

What’s happening?
* Fun crafting activities
* Mindful walks
* Meet amazing people in your local area

When:
Tue 13 Jan 2026
Tue 27 Jan 2026

To find out more visit : Ilkeston@walkwheelcycletrust.org.uk
or book now by scanning the QR code or using the link on the poster.
There are limited spaces, so don’t miss out.

Erewash Borough Council Active Erewash Walks 4 Wellbeing

28/12/2025

Central Beacons Mountain Rescue Team have made us laugh throughout 2025 with their weekly walking Pro Tips and this one doesn't disappoint: Pro Tip: 52/52

Our last one for 2025, but fear not, we’ll back with more in 2026 😉

Pro Tip: 52/52

Our last one for 2025, but fear not, we’ll back with more in 2026 😉

26/12/2025

We hope you all had a great time over the festive season, and send a gentle hug to anyone who wasn't feeling in the festive mood this year. It's OK not to be OK.

We are heading out for a dog walk to stretch our legs after eating too much yesterday. It's bright and sunny today but I was sent this picture of us on Bennerley Viaduct: The Iron Giant for the Winter Solstice which I wanted to share with you. It's the first time my Mum has visited the Viaduct so we'll go back so she can admire the view. We happily walk in all weathers - brightly coloured raincoats are optional!

Walk Derbyshire Derbyshire Recovery and Peer Support Service Active Derbyshire Active Erewash

25/12/2025

From Christmas Countdown UK: Helplines open Christmas Day suitable for EVERYONE who may need some emotional support or to hear a friendly voice 👉 https://christmascountdown.uk/christmas-day-helplines/

Helplines open Christmas Day suitable for EVERYONE who may need some emotional support or to hear a friendly voice 👉 https://christmascountdown.uk/christmas-day-helplines/

25/12/2025

25/12/2025

Wishing all of our walkers, walk leaders and followers a very Merry Christmas!

24/12/2025

Some great ideas from our friends at Derbyshire Recovery and Peer Support Service ✨ Christmas Self-Care ✨
The festive season can be joyful — but it can also feel overwhelming. Taking time for yourself is not selfish, it’s essential 💛

This Christmas, we’re sharing 12 gentle self-care ideas to help support your wellbeing, from mindful moments and cosy nights in, to connecting with loved ones and getting some well-earned rest.

Remember: recovery looks different for everyone, and even small acts of self-care can make a big difference. Be kind to yourself this season 🎄✨

Merry Christmas from all at The Derbyshire Recovery and Peer Support Service 🎅🎅

✨ Christmas Self-Care ✨
The festive season can be joyful — but it can also feel overwhelming. Taking time for yourself is not selfish, it’s essential 💛

This Christmas, we’re sharing 12 gentle self-care ideas to help support your wellbeing, from mindful moments and cosy nights in, to connecting with loved ones and getting some well-earned rest.

Remember: recovery looks different for everyone, and even small acts of self-care can make a big difference. Be kind to yourself this season 🎄✨

Merry Christmas from all at The Derbyshire Recovery and Peer Support Service 🎅🎅

22/12/2025

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21/12/2025

The misty weather didn't put us off of our last Mixed Walk of the year today. It was grey and rather chilly with lots of muddy footpaths so we decided to keep dry and walk along the Golden Mile in Draycott. There was still plenty to see and we enjoyed a hot drink together.

Our next Mixed Walk is on Sunday 18th January 2026 at 10am. (We are taking 4th January off as holiday to spend time with our families.)

Thanks to Derbyshire Recovery and Peer Support Service and Walk Derbyshire for their continued support of our Walks 4 Wellbeing.

21/12/2025

A group of us enjoyed celebrating the Winter Solstice on Bennerley Viaduct: The Iron Giant early this morning. Several of our Nordic Walking group members were there and we are looking forward to Nordic Walking over and around this national monument next summer. Thanks to the Friends of Bennerley Viaduct for their historical information. If you want to find out more about this National Monument, please check our their Skywalks. The next one is on 27th December, check their page or Eventbrite for more information.

Walks 4 Wellbeing

20/12/2025

Today was our last Accessible Walk and Talk of 2025. The sun shone down on us and we were very glad to see everyone who attended. We had some great conversations as we caught up on all the news. We admired the Camoflage Tree (see photo) and the last of the autumnal colours. We had blue skies but Winter reminded us it had arrived by dropping the temperatures in the shade. We warmed up with hot drinks & a good chat in the West Park Leisure Centre afterwards.

As always, huge thanks to Derbyshire Recovery and Peer Support Service and Walk Derbyshire for their continued support of our Walks 4 Wellbeing,
plus thanks to Derbyshire Mental Health Team and Erewash Sound for advertising our walks for us. We appreciate all of your support throughout 2025.

Our next Accessible Walk And Talk will be on Saturday 17th January 2026 at 1.30pm.