Welcome to the Forest of Dean Community Walks. Formerly known as Walking for Health and operating until recently under the umbrella of Ramblers, since 2008 our volunteer Walk Leaders have been leading walks with starting points all over the Forest of Dean district. They have been trained to lead safe and inviting walks which aim to help you get more active, improve your health and offer a chance to meet others.
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We have a range of walks from those which last 10 minutes up to many which may take 1 hour. They are generally no more than 3 miles, often less, You can choose what suits you best and most walks end with refreshments with a chance to chat. All walks are free and friendly and there is no need to book.
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We welcome people of any ability who would like to walk with others on an organised walk. Each of us may have different reasons for wanting to walk so come along and join in.
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For details of times, days, start points, walk lengths and contact information, please click on Regular Walks.
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For information on our one-off walks which take place from spring to autumn, please click on Special Walks.
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For our latest Newsletter and last minute information, please click on News.
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To get in touch, please click on Contact.
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Our walks are based all around the Forest of Dean taking in its natural beauty and stunning views. Most of our walks finish at a cafe where we can get refreshments and have a chat.
Between spring and autumn we organise additional walks which may offer more challenge or have a special focus, such as walking the Severn Bridge or forest history. The programme changes each year.
We welcome all. If you have any questions, just want more information or wish to contact us to walk, please get in touch using one of the options provided. We are always on the look out for more walk leader volunteers and offer training and support. If you are interested in becoming a walk leader with Forest of Dean Community Walks, please do not hesitate to get in touch via Contact. We offer training and support.