Summer Age Friendly walks

Date: Various dates from July to October

Venue: Various locations

Category: Free, Seniors

Walk through the brighter months by spending more time outdoors. With walking groups across all corners of the city, there’s no reason to step out alone this summer.

Remember to wear suitable footwear and clothing for all weather walking.

EastSide Greenways Gentle Walk Group

Meet at the EastSide Visitor Centre. This walk takes place on the first three Mondays of every month at 11am. If you are new to walking groups or would prefer a gentler option, this group heads out for a short, slow-paced walk that can last between 30 to 60 minutes depending on the participants in the group. People in the walking group have varying abilities, some with visual impairments. Dotted along the flat route are plenty of places to sit. and rest moments are taken whenever needed. Best of all, everyone can enjoy a well-earned cup of tea at the end.

Participants can drop in and out of the walks as they please without having to register each week. The group ask new attendees to fill out a registration form. This can be done on the day or advance. When done in advance, it can help walk leaders look out for new faces.

To find out more, call 028 9002 9392 or email greenways@eastsidepartnership.com.

The Heart Project Walk

This walk takes place every Thursday at 2pm (this may vary during holiday periods). Meet at the Falls Road entrance of Falls Park.

With a front walker who walks at the fastest person’s pace and back walker who walks at the slowest person’s pace, this walk is suitable for all as it can be taken at your own pace. The group also enjoy an away day once a month. 

You don't need to book in advance.

For more information, call 028 9031 0346 or email jackie.brennan@heartprojectbelfast.com.

Engage with Age Monday and Wednesday Walks

If you’re seeking variety, this group explores walks of various lengths. They finish their strolls with a chat over tea or coffee. 

There are two walks:

Walk East

Meet at the Walkway East Belfast Community Centre, every Wednesday at 2pm.

Walk South

Meet at Botanic Gardens every Monday at 11am.

To join these walks you need to book in advance. To find out more and to book, email palproject@engagewithage.org.uk.

The Carer Support Service Walking Group with the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust

These one-hour walks alternate between Ormeau Park in South Belfast and Waterworks in North Belfast. This group walk at a steady pace and to suit the needs of the group.  

The walks take place on various days, starting at 10.30am. If you are an unpaid carer and interested in taking part, you can call 028 9504 2126 or email CarerSuppSvcs@belfasttrust.hscni.net to register.