Weather disruption
Winter weather is causing disruption to services in some parts of the county. Find out what services may be affected in your area.
Led by trained volunteer health walk leaders, these walks are ideal for beginners and offer a great opportunity to get out in the fresh air and meet new people. The walks are free of charge, please just turn up there is no need to book. Please note no dogs are allowed on these listed walks.
Timetable of walks
Monday
| Town/village | Meeting point | Time | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moors Valley Country Park | Meet outside the Visitor centre BH24 2ET |
10am to11am |
Level 2 |
| Wimborne | Wimborne Library, BH21 1HH | 10.30am to 11.15am | Level 2 |
Tuesday
| Town/village | Meeting point | Time | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avon Heath Country Park | Brocks Pine, St Leonard's, St Ives, Ringwood BH24 2DH (meet by Visitor Centre) | 2pm to 2.30pm | Level 1 |
| Avon Heath Country Park | Brocks Pine, St Leonard's, St Ives, Ringwood BH24 2DH (meet by Visitor Centre) | 2pm to 3pm | Level 2
|
| Verwood | The Hub, Verwood, BH31 7QE |
10am to 11am |
Level 2 |
| Wimborne | Wimborne Library, BH21 1HH |
10.30am to 11.15am |
Level 2 |
| Ferndown | The Angel Inn, Ferndown, BH22 9AP |
10am to 11am |
Level 2 |
| Corfe Mullen | BHLive Leisure Centre, Wareham Road, Corfe Mullen BH21 3LE |
10.15am to 11.15am |
Level 2 |
Wednesday
| Town/village | Meeting point | Time | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moors Valley Country Park | Meet outside the Visitor centre BH24 2ET |
10am to 11am |
Level 2 |
Thursday
| Town/village | Meeting point | Time | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Moors | The Penn Court Café, West Moors, BH22 0HX |
10am to 10.30am |
Level 1 |
| West Moors | The Penn Court Café, West Moors, BH22 0HX |
10am to 11am |
Level 2 |
Friday
| Town/village | Meeting point | Time | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verwood | The Hub, Verwood, BH31 7QE |
10am to 11am |
Level 2 |
Health walk levels
Level 1
Suitable for people who are looking to be more active or are returning from injury or illness. Sessions run for up 30 minutes and take place on flat ground or gentle slopes with mainly firm surfaces and no steps or stiles.
Level 2
Suitable for people who are looking to increase their activity levels. Sessions run from between 30-60 minutes and may include some moderate slopes, steps and uneven surfaces.
Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PARQ)
Complete a PARQ
If you are new to the health walk scheme, we ask that you complete an annual PARQ before attending your first walk. This should be updated once a year or if your health condition changes. If you are unable to complete the PARQ online, contact the Health and Activity team for assistance.
East Dorset Health Walks
Name: Health and Activity TeamEmail: dorsethealthwalks@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
Tel: 01425 480811
Full contact details