Date published: 23 September 2026

Wellbeing Walks 

Looking for an easy way to get out and about, get some fresh air and meet other people locally?

A range of Wellbeing Walks are taking place across Cumbria from September to December 2026, offering opportunities to enjoy a walk in the local area, with regular groups meeting in different communities.

From Ramblers Wellbeing Walks Cumbria, Active Cumbria, Cumberland Council and Westmorland and Furness Council.

We've gathered together the programmes for you below.

Better wellbeing is just a step away...

Enjoy regular guided walks across Copeland, offering opportunities to improve your wellbeing, stay active, and meet new people. Walks are suitable for a range of abilities and take place throughout the week across several locations. 

Beckermet Walking Group

Location: Beckermet (CA21 2XS)
When: Every Thursday at 1:00pm
Contact: Chris Wood
Telephone: 07715 603682
Email: chriswood2308@gmail.com 

Bootle Village Walk

Location: Bootle (LA19 5TH)
When: First Wednesday of each month at 10:00am
Important: No walk in December.
Contact: Janet Bosson
Telephone: 07940 088776
Email: Bossonschoolofdance@outlook.com 

Hope Haven Wellbeing Walk

Location: Hope Haven, Cleator Moor (CA25 5BY)
When: Every Thursday at 11:00am
Starts: 4 September
Contact: Yvonne Myers
Telephone: 07816 128075
Email: Yvonne.Myers@cntw.nhs.uk 

Seasonal Strolls - Mirehouse

Location: Mirehouse (CA28 9SW)
When: First Wednesday of each month at 3:00pm
Important: Available only during September and October.
Contact: Karin Crofts
Telephone: 07528 724077
Email: karin@westcumbriariverstrust.org

St Bees Wellbeing Walks

Locations: Abbey Wood and St Bees Beach (CA27 0DH)
When: Every Wednesday at 10:20am
Route Information: Alternate routes each week.
Contact: Claire Hale
Telephone: 07740 717481
Email: chale025@gmail.com 

Walking Bus to Florence Arts Centre

Location: Florence Arts Centre (CA22 2AD)
When: Every Thursday at 12:40pm (term time only)
Contact: Florence Arts Centre
Telephone: 01946 824946
Email: manager@florenceartscentre.com 

Wellbeing Walk from Egremont

Location: Egremont (CA22 2NR)
When: Every Friday at 11:00am
Contact: Yvonne Myers
Telephone: 07816 128075
Email: Yvonne.Myers@cntw.nhs.uk 

Important Information

Walks may be subject to change. Postcodes indicate the walk meeting point. Walks without postcodes have multiple routes. 

Take part in a local wellbeing walk and enjoy the benefits of gentle exercise, fresh air, and social connection. Walks are available across the Eden area and are suitable for a range of abilities. 

Culgaith Walk and Talk

Location: Multiple locations in Culgaith
When: Every Thursday at 1:00pm
Contact: Paul Saager
Telephone: 01768 88702
Email: paulsaager225@btinternet.com

Eden ICC Wellbeing Walks

Location: Temple Sowerby (CA10 1RW)
When: Fortnightly Fridays at 1:30pm
Starts: 11 September
Contact: Alison Wilson
Telephone: 07920 765573
Email: alison.wilson2@ncic.nhs.uk

Penrith Wellbeing Walk

Location: Multiple routes, meeting point CA11 7YA
When: Every Friday at 11:30am
Important: No walk on 25 December.
Contact: Amy Elliott
Telephone: 07551 678450
Email: amy.elliott@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk 

Important Information

Walks may be subject to change. Postcodes indicate the walk meeting point. Walks without postcodes have multiple routes.

Join a friendly wellbeing walk in Allerdale and enjoy the benefits of regular physical activity, fresh air and social connection. Walks take place across a variety of locations and are suitable for a range of abilities. 

Cockermouth Town Strolls

Location: Cockermouth (CA13 9RT)
When: Alternate Wednesdays at 10:00am
Starts: 9 September
Contact: Neil Woodhead
Telephone: 07985 792578
Email: cockermouthstrolls@yahoo.com 

Keswick Walk

Location: Keswick (CA12 4NF)
When: Alternate Thursdays at 1:30pm
Starts: 24 September
Important: No walk on 5 November.
Contact: Rebecca Wade
Telephone: 07825 118551
Email: Rebecca.Wade@ncic.nhs.uk 

Maryport Wellbeing Walks

Location: Multiple routes, meeting point CA15 8AB
When: Alternate Wednesdays at 10:30am
Starts: 2 September
Contact: Christine Slater
Telephone: 07723 016110
Email: c.slater417@btinternet.com

Silloth Wellbeing Walk from Lifeboat Station

Location: Silloth Lifeboat Station (CA7 4AW)
Dates: 8 September, 6 October, 3 November and 1 December
Time: 1:30pm
Contact: Sarah Jackson
Telephone: 07929 744069
Email: sarah.jackson3@ncic.nhs.uk 

Silloth Wellbeing Walk from Lighthouse

Location: Silloth Lighthouse (CA7 4QH)
Dates: 22 September, 20 October and 17 November
Time: 1:30pm
Contact: Sarah Jackson
Telephone: 07929 744069
Email: sarah.jackson3@ncic.nhs.uk

Wigton Wellbeing Walk

Location: Wigton (CA7 9QD)
When: Alternate Mondays at 10:00am (excluding Bank Holidays)
Starts: 14 September
Contact: Jacqueline Finegan
Telephone: 07484 942349
Email: jacqueline.finegan@ncic.nhs.uk

Women Who Walk Workington

Location: Workington (CA14 2FB)
When: Every Tuesday at 10:00am
Contact: Laura Humphreys
Telephone: 07874 082737
Email: laura@womenwhocumbria.org.uk

Workington Wellbeing Walk

Location: Workington (CA14 2RW)
When: Every second Thursday at 10:00am
Starts: 3 September
Contact: Emily Todd
Telephone: 07823 759531
Email: emily.todd8@nhs.net

Important Information

Walks may be subject to change. Postcodes indicate the walk meeting point. Walks without postcodes may use multiple routes. 

Walks are available across Carlisle and surrounding areas, with routes suitable for a range of abilities.

CADAS Carlisle Group

Location: CA1 1EJ
When: Every Wednesday at 12:30pm
Important: No walk on 21 October. Final walk of the programme is 16 December.
Contact: CADAS
Telephone: 0300 111 4002
Email: contact@cadas.co.uk

Currock House Community Centre

Location: CA2 4BS
When: Alternate Tuesdays at 11:00am
Starts: 29 September
Contact: Currock House Community Centre
Telephone: 01228 591868
Email: info@currockcc.co.uk 

Watchtree Nature Reserve Wellbeing Walk

Location: CA5 6NL
When: Every Monday at 10:00am
Contact: Brian Scroggie
Telephone: 07724 071636
Email: brianscroggie@totalise.co.uk 

Wellbeing Walks Carlisle

Location: Multiple locations across Carlisle
When: Alternate Wednesdays at 10:30am
Starts: 9 September
Contact: Helen Tickner
Telephone: 07935 001511
Email: wellbeingwalkscarlisle@cumberland.gov.uk 

Important Information

Walks may be subject to change. Postcodes indicate the walk meeting point. Walks without a postcode operate on multiple routes. For specific walk dates and additional details contact relevant above.

Get active, enjoy the outdoors and connect with others by joining a local wellbeing walk in South Lakeland. These free, friendly walks are suitable for a range of abilities and take place throughout the week across the area. 

Cartmel Wellbeing Walk

Location: Cartmel (LA11 6QF)
When: Every Tuesday at 11:00am
Contact: Ewen Cameron
Telephone: 07929 833528
Email: e.cameron1@btinternet.com

Grange-over-Sands Wellbeing Walk

Location: Grange-over-Sands (LA11 6DY)
When: Every Thursday at 11:00am
Contact: Ewen Cameron
Telephone: 07929 833528
Email: e.cameron1@btinternet.com 

Kendal Sunday Walks ’n’ Wags

Location: Kendal (LA9 4PY)
When: First Sunday of every month at 10:00am
Contact: Anne Whitcombe
Telephone: 07790 120553
Email: anne.whitcombe.uk@gmail.com

Important Information

Walks may be subject to change. Postcodes indicate the walk meeting point. Walks without postcodes may use multiple routes.

The Barrow-in-Furness Wellbeing Walks programme offers a range of friendly, accessible walks to help people stay active, improve wellbeing and connect with others in their local community. Walks take place throughout the week at locations across the area.

Abbotsvale Lets Get Moving

Location: Abbotsvale Community Centre (LA13 9PA)
When: Twice monthly on Mondays
Dates: 14 & 28 September, 12 & 26 October, 9 & 23 November, and 7 December
Time: 1:00pm
Contact: Abbotsvale Community Centre
Telephone: 01229 830900
Email: abbotsvale@gmail.com 

Abbotsvale Litter Hitters

Location: Abbotsvale Community Centre (LA13 9PA)
When: Monthly on Mondays
Dates: 14 September, 12 October, 9 November and 7 December
Time: 10:00am (meet at 9:50am)
Contact: Abbotsvale Community Centre
Telephone: 01229 830900
Email: abbotsvale@gmail.com 

Barrow Park Wednesday Wanders

Location: Barrow Park (LA13 9BD)
When: Every Wednesday at 10:00am
Special Event: Bat Walk on Wednesday 7 October at 7:30pm
Contact: Ian McClellan
Email: ianmac_wellbg_walks@outlook.com 

Barrow Buddies

Location: Multiple locations
When: Selected Fridays throughout the programme
Dates: 18 September, 23 October, 20 November and 18 December
Time: Morning start times vary depending on location
Contact: Kath Gelling
Telephone: 01229 440556
Email: kath.gelling@vsbd.org.uk 

Walney Community Trust Wellbeing Walk

Location: Walney (LA14 3AR)
When: Every Tuesday at 11:00am
Important: No walk on 27 October. Final walk before Christmas is 15 December.
Contact: Sarah Jackson
Telephone: 07733 216443
Email: sarah@walneycommunitytrust.org 

Important Information

Walks may be subject to change. Postcodes indicate the walk meeting point. Walks without postcodes may use multiple routes.

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