There are two health walks in Weymouth which are mostly flat.
The route taken on the day is agreed at the beginning of the walk and is dependent on the ability and preference of those attending.
All abilities are welcome and the walk can stretch out to different paces. There is no pressure and no one is ever left behind as the pace of the walk is dictated by the rear walker. Our walks last approximately 45 minutes.
Dogs on a discretionary basis, please get in touch with the local contact before attending.
Town/village | Meeting place | Type of walk | Day | Time |
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Weymouth | Meet between the Jubilee Clock and Prom Cafe at the advertising drum | We walk along the Promenade towards Greenhill Gardens (where there is an incline into the gardens) or the Stone Pier and return to the beginning | Thursdays | 10:30am |
Weymouth | Meet at the Swannery car park | Every other Friday (Starts on Friday 2 May) |
10:30am |
Monthly longer walk
On the third Tuesday of the month there is a longer walk of up to four miles. The walks start at 2pm. The start location changes each month. Duration is approximately 80 to 90 minutes. The walk will include non-pavement paths and through fields, so please wear appropriate footwear.
Date | Location | Walk description |
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Tuesday 15 July | Park & Ride car park near Sainsburys. Meet near the brick building. Free car parking DT3 5HJ. Bus route number 6. |
The walk takes us past the Rugby Club, across part of the Lodmoor bird reserve, and then into a different part of Lorton Meadows. The paths will be a mix of tarmac, gravel and grass - with some slopes and uneven ground. There is a potential for mud if we have a lot of rain before then. There may be livestock (and potential for ticks), so please wear suitable clothing and footwear. |
Health questionnaire
If you are a new walker to the Weymouth health walk scheme, we ask that you complete an annual Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire on arrival. Please allow an extra 10 minutes to complete the form. We ask you to complete this once a year or if your health condition changes.
Weymouth Health Walks
Name: Health and Activity TeamEmail: dorsethealthwalks@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
Tel: 01425 480811
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