Recreational Walks
Walking the way to health
 Fitter people have a greater chance of living longer. Today's lifestyles discourage
many from being active, at least seven in ten people do not take enough exercise
to benefit their health. Some doctors call this the 'silent epidemic'.
Walking is almost perfect exercise; requiring no equipment or expense, it is
the best way for people from all walks of life to become more active.
It is important that adults get 30 minutes of activity per day on at least
5 days of the week. Moderate activity will be different for everyone but should
make you feel warm and mildly out of breath. Walking at any pace can help prevent
diabetes, increase 'good' cholesterol, benefit the immune system, improve mood
and reduce the chance of depression.
If you have previously been inactive and 30 minutes sounds a lot, you can start
off by doing separate sessions of ten minutes or so to count towards the total.
All of these walks are weekly and no booking is required, but if you have
any questions please contact Lynda Stevens.
For further information please contact:
Monday 11.00am
Frank's Park, Belvedere
 Meet at the Fox House Road entrance (off Erith Road, Upper Belvedere) at 11.00am
for a 30-minute circular walk around Frank’s Park.
Frank's Park consists of mature woodland and parkland. The paths can be uneven
in places and muddy when wet. There are steep inclines in a couple of places.
Tuesday 10.30am
The Glade, Sidcup
 Meet at Marlowe House, Sidcup at 10.30am for a 30-minute circular walk around
The Glade (sometimes referred to as Lamorbey Park).
This walk is on tarmac or paved paths throughout and mainly on the flat with
minor inclines in a couple of places. An excellent starting walk for beginners
and suitable for all (including buggies). Afterwards, share a cup of tea/coffee
at the Station Café.
Wednesday 10.30am
Foots Cray Meadows
Meet at Parsonage Lane bus stop by Leafield Lane at 10.30am for a 60-minute
circular walk across Foots Cray Meadows.
A stunning walk across beautiful woodland and along the riverside. Predominantly
walking on the flat on grassland and trodden paths throughout. Can be muddy when
wet (wellington boots recommended). Afterwards, share a cup of tea/coffee at the
White Cross Public House.
Thursday 10.30am
Lesnes Abbey, Belvedere
Starting at the visitors centre at 10.30am or 10.25am meeting point at main
entrance off Abbey Road, by the flag pole. This circular walk taking about 30-40
minutes, will take you through the formal gardens and arboretum up into the ancient
woodland, with excellent views of the famous abbey ruins, as well as spectacular
view over Greenwich and East London. With many of the woodland paths not fully
made up please wear suitable footwear. This is a gentle walk mostly on the flat,
although there is an opportunity for those who want to take a more hilly route
from time to time.
Thursday 2.00pm
Hall Place
Meet by the Café in Hall Place at 2.00pm for a walk around Hall Place.
A predominantly flat walk in the beautiful grounds of Hall Place Afterwards,
share a cup of tea/coffee in the Café.
Friday 10.30am
Danson Park, Welling
Meet at the Stable car park for a 45 minutes circular walk around the park. The walk is a gentle stroll on made up paths, that will take walkers around the lake giving superb views of the whole park and the newly restore Mansion.
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