Solihull Striders and Strollers health walks scheme works closely with local organisations, including Solihull Primary Care Trust, Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council, Seeds of Hope Project in Kingshurst, as well as local GPs, park rangers and volunteers.
The walks are open to everyone, and all age groups are welcome, even little ones in pushchairs. If you're not used to doing much walking or exercise, you are particularly encouraged to join the fun. The areas we walk in are not hilly or rough, so that wheelchair users would also be able to join in.
Our walks
We have eight regular led walks in the borough, based at Kingshurst, Central Solihull, Shirley, Dorridge, Smith's Wood, Castle Bromwich and Chelmsley Wood.
The walks are usually around 1 hour in duration, though most offer a shorter walk of around 30 minutes. There is always a very welcome cup of tea or coffee on return, as well as the opportunity to chat and make new friends.
The walks offer a range of routes that allow for the appreciation and exploration of local surroundings, environment and wildlife. The Striders and Strollers also offer a track based walk for both less able walkers and faster walkers. The track enables you to walk continuously at your own pace on a safe surface. All walks meet at 10.15 am for a 10.30 am departure.
The walks are all led by trained volunteer walk leaders; their help and support are key to the success of the walks. Our walkers keep on coming, so they clearly find them very worthwhile! More help is always needed, so we are on the lookout for new volunteers to ensure that Striders and Strollers goes from strength to strength.
Solihull Striders & Strollers - West Midlands
Links with healthcare professionals
Refreshments
Suitable for pushchairs
Suitable for wheelchairs
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July to Dec 09