Walks 4 Wellbeing

29/10/2025

It's that time of year again, if you have attended one of our Walks 4 Wellbeing or our Accessible Walk And Talk, we’d love to hear from you! Our walking groups are supported by Derbyshire Recovery and Peer Support Service and they have a short feedback form to complete:

Have you received support from us or accessed one of our Wellbeing Session / Peer Support Groups? Your feedback helps us grow and make sure we’re providing the best care possible. 💛

If you’d like to share your experience, please either scan the QR code below or click this link to fill in our feedback form...

🔗 https://linktr.ee/DRPSS

Your voice matters – and it could help others find the support they need too. 🌟

💬 We’d love to hear from you! 💬

Have you received support from us or accessed one of our Wellbeing Session/ Peer Support Groups? Your feedback helps us grow and make sure we’re providing the best care possible. 💛

If you’d like to share your experience, please either scan the QR code below or click this link to fill in our feedback form...

🔗 https://linktr.ee/DRPSS

Your voice matters – and it could help others find the support they need too. 🌟

28/10/2025

🚶‍♀️ Volunteer Walk Leaders Needed in South Derbyshire! 🌿

Would you like to help others enjoy the benefits of being active outdoors? We’re looking for volunteers to become Walk Leaders for our local walks across South Derbyshire.

Our walks range from 1 to 5 miles and provide a welcoming, supportive environment for people of all abilities to get active, socialise, and enjoy our beautiful local surroundings.

🗓 Free Walk Leader Training
📅 Wednesday 26th November
🕤 9:30am – 1:30pm
📍 Rosliston Forestry Centre

No previous experience is required — full training and ongoing support will be provided. If you’re friendly, reliable, and enjoy walking, we’d love to hear from you!

South Derbyshire District Council South Derbyshire CVS Walk Derbyshire

28/10/2025

Have you ever seen this fungus?! National Trust: From a slimy egg emerges the monstrous tentacles of devil's fingers fungus.

If it's spooky appearance doesn't scare you off, it's smell will - it gives off the odour of rotting flesh in a bid to attract insects.

We reckon it wouldn't look out of place in a Halloween movie!

Photos: Philip McErlean, Murlough National Nature Reserve and The Mournes - National Trust

28/10/2025

🍂Autumn Walk & Talk with A Force of Nature CIC 🍂

Wednesday 5th November | 12:30–1:30pm

📍 Straws Bridge Nature Reserve, Derby Road, Ilkeston

Women of Ilkeston — take a break, breathe in the fresh autumn air, and join us for a gentle lunchtime walk designed to enhance your wellbeing and spark connection.

Whether you're running your own business, working locally, or simply looking to meet like-minded women, this is a relaxed space to share ideas, enjoy nature, and support one another. No pressure, just good company and fresh air.

Why join us?

• Meet other inspiring local women
• Enjoy a mindful walk in beautiful surroundings
• Share stories, ideas, and encouragement
• Feel refreshed and reconnected

To book your free place or find out more, head to Eventbrite https://buff.ly/4rDk3f3 or scan the QR code on the poster.

Erewash Borough Council Active Erewash Derbyshire County Council Walks 4 Wellbeing

A friendly networking walk for women in Ilkeston who work or run their own businesses - a chance to connect, support & explore our community

27/10/2025

"Every year when the clocks go back, women everywhere see their world get smaller – not because they want to, but because they don’t feel safe going out after dark."

This week, thousands of women and their allies will take to streets, parks and trails across the country in support of Let’s Lift the Curfew from This Girl Can – a nationwide movement that highlights how safety fears force many women to change their behaviour when the nights draw in.

https://www.sportengland.org/news-and-inspiration/this-girl-can-calls-action-womens-freedom-be-active-after-dark

27/10/2025

It's great to see the residents coming together to decide how this money could benefit the community. We are delighted to see Parkside High CIC being mentioned. From Ilkeston News: Cotmanhay Meeting Discusses £224,000 Community Fund

Residents in Cotmanhay met this weekend to discuss how more than £224,000 in new community funding could be used locally.

The meeting, hosted by Adam Thompson MP, brought together residents, councillors and community groups to share ideas for projects that could benefit Cotmanhay over the next three years.

Suggestions included youth work and training opportunities, gardening and environmental schemes, community noticeboards, older people’s social groups, and improvements to parks and play areas.

The funding comes from the East Midlands Combined County Authority’s (EMCCA) Community Development Fund - a £3 million regional programme set up through the new East Midlands devolution deal to support neighbourhoods with high levels of deprivation across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.

Cotmanhay’s share totals £224,307, split into £216,307 for projects and £8,000 for new or emerging community groups.

Expressions of interest for bids opened on 4 September 2025, with full applications due by 24 November. Final decisions are expected in January 2026, and successful projects are due to begin from February 2026.

Cotmanhay Meeting Discusses £224,000 Community Fund

Residents in Cotmanhay met this weekend to discuss how more than £224,000 in new community funding could be used locally.

The meeting, hosted by Adam Thompson MP, brought together residents, councillors and community groups to share ideas for projects that could benefit Cotmanhay over the next three years.

Suggestions included youth work and training opportunities, gardening and environmental schemes, community noticeboards, older people’s social groups, and improvements to parks and play areas.

The funding comes from the East Midlands Combined County Authority’s (EMCCA) Community Development Fund - a £3 million regional programme set up through the new East Midlands devolution deal to support neighbourhoods with high levels of deprivation across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.

Cotmanhay’s share totals £224,307, split into £216,307 for projects and £8,000 for new or emerging community groups.

Expressions of interest for bids opened on 4 September 2025, with full applications due by 24 November. Final decisions are expected in January 2026, and successful projects are due to begin from February 2026.

25/10/2025

Today we helped Rachel train the next batch of Walk Leaders for Walk Derbyshire at West Park Leisure Centre. We had representatives from Ilkeston Joggers, Sole Mates, Long Eaton Town Strollers, Ilkeston Monday Strollers, Cotmanhay Nordic Walking Group, Cotmanhay Women's Walk, Breaston, Walks 4 Wellbeing and our Accessible Walk And Talk. It was a very interactive group who were happy to share their experiences. We had some good conversations about the importance of our mental and physical health. Plans for new walking groups and mental health support groups were discussed.

Here is part of the group enjoying the autumnal colours & sunshine at West Park during the practical outdoor session where they hone their walk leader skills. (Group photo to follow.)

Many thanks to Charlie and the team at West Park Leisure Centre for hosting us and making us feel so welcome.

Derbyshire Recovery and Peer Support Service Active Erewash Derbyshire Mental Health Team

24/10/2025

Our friend at Nordic stride 2 thrive says:

"Find out more about the benefits of walking - Nordic walking accelerates these as it allows you to walk faster and further whilst feeling easier!"

Original post by British Society of Lifestyle Medicine: Brisk walking belongs in every clinician’s toolkit 💡

It supports cardiovascular health, reduces the risk of chronic disease, boosts mental wellbeing, and helps manage long-term conditions.

The campaign is a reminder that simple, evidence-based interventions can be powerful. Encourage patients to take the first step by walking briskly for just thirty minutes a day ⏰

The NHS Active 10 app is a great tool to support habit-building and track progress over time- make sure to download it today!

Learn more about the campaign on our website:https://britishsocietyoflifestyemedicine.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/BSLM+resources/25.11.19+-+resources+for+BSLM+website/Lets+Walk+Sir+Muir+Gray+Final.pdf

Brisk walking belongs in every clinician’s toolkit 💡

It supports cardiovascular health, reduces the risk of chronic disease, boosts mental wellbeing, and helps manage long-term conditions.

The campaign is a reminder that simple, evidence-based interventions can be powerful. Encourage patients to take the first step by walking briskly for just thirty minutes a day ⏰

The NHS Active 10 app is a great tool to support habit-building and track progress over time- make sure to download it today!

Learn more about the campaign on our website:https://britishsocietyoflifestyemedicine.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/BSLM+resources/25.11.19+-+resources+for+BSLM+website/Lets+Walk+Sir+Muir+Gray+Final.pdf

23/10/2025

Who fancies coming on guided tour around the grounds of Bennerley Viaduct on Saturday 25th October 10am-12pm...

Read about the event details and secure your space using the link below.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/autumn-bennerley-viaduct-skywalk-guided-tour-tickets-1650345059499?aff=ebdsshother&utm_share_source=listing_android

https://facebook.com/events/s/autumn-bennerley-viaduct-skywa/24552124181143244/

23/10/2025

We like to learn about trees and folklore on our walks, from The Woodland Trust: Autumn 🤝 talking about tree .

As the nights draw in, it’s the perfect time to dive into the legends and mythology surrounding native trees.

Our lives have been closely linked with since prehistoric times. Swipe through to learn about the rich history they’ve developed 👉

If you’re looking for your very own mystery tree, head to our 🌳 https://bit.ly/4n1EyrR