Get Walking Day 2011

Get walking this weekend for Get Walking Day! The Ramblers annual walking festival will see hundreds of free led walks taking part across the country to celebrate the joys of walking and promote the health benefits.

Walking is the perfect way to get out and explore your area, it also has numerous health benefits, can help you lose weight and is good for your wellbeing. Walking is also social; you can enjoy a walk with your friends, family and meet new people on group walks. So if you want to walk more then take part in a Get Walking Day walk.

Walks are free and open to everyone, most are short walks under 5 miles and suitable for almost all abilities. To see what’s happening in your area click here and search for walks using the Walksfinder.

Get Walking Day is supported by Cotswold Outdoor, the Ramblers recommended retailer.

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