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Wirral Walking Festival is back this May, highlighting the range of organised walks that take place across the peninsula, from short strolls to energetic rambles, history and culture to nature and wildlife.
The annual event, co-ordinated by Wirral Sports Development and Active Wirral, offers free walks that are suitable for all ages and abilities, with many accessible to people with limited mobility too.
Fiona Hanik, Wirral Walking Festival Co-ordinator said: “Walking isn’t just great for your health and fitness, it boosts your mental health and is a great way to meet people and explore beautiful parts of Wirral.”
All of the walks are free, unless stated below, and most you can just turn up beforehand to take part. Please note that some require booking ahead.
Wirral Walking Festival 2023:
Monday 1 May, 1.30pm – 3.30pm:
Sunday 7 May, 11am – 1pm:
Saturday 13 May, 10.30am – 1.30pm:
Saturday 13 May, 10.45am:
Saturday 13 May, 11am – 1pm:
Tuesday 16 May, 10.30am – 2.30pm:
Wednesday 17 May, 6.30pm:
Friday 19 May, 10.30am – 2.30pm:
Saturday 20 May, 11am – 1pm:
Saturday 27 May, 11am – 1pm:
Sunday 28 May, 11am – 1pm:
Monday 29 May, 10.30am – 12.30pm:
Tuesday 30 May, 10.30am – 12.30pm:
Tuesday 30 May, 6pm:
Wednesday 31 May, 10am – 2.30pm:
Wednesday 31 May, 11am – 1pm:
Wednesday 31 May, 10am – 6.30pm:
In addition, the following walks take place every week throughout the year. They are free and no booking is required, simply turn up 10 minutes before a walk is due to start and introduce yourself to the trained volunteer.
Birkenhead Park: This walk is 2-3 miles long and there are slow and fast walks available. Meet at the park’s visitor centre every Sunday and Monday (including Bank Holidays), 11am – 12 noon, or Thursday’s 1pm – 2pm.
Wallasey Village Library: A variety of walks, 1.5 – 2.5 miles long, every Monday (excluding Bank Holidays), Wednesday & Friday, 11am – 12 noon, starting from the library on St George’s Road.
West Kirby: A beautiful 1-2 mile coastal route every Monday (excluding Bank Holidays) and Wednesday, 12 noon – 1pm. The route crosses the Wirral Way and there will be a well-earned coffee afterwards. Meet in reception at West Kirby Concourse.
Bromborough Library: A variety of walks to Dibbinsdale or Eastham Country Park, every Monday (excluding Bank Holidays), 10.30am – 11.30am. The walks range in length from 2-3 miles. Meet at St Barnabas Church car-park.
Port Sunlight River Park: Walks between 1 and 2.5 miles with views over Wirral and the River Mersey, every Tuesday from 10.30am – 11.30am. Meet in the car park, Dock Road North.
Wallasey Evening Walk: An enjoyable evening stroll every Tuesday from 7.15pm to 8.15pm. Walks range from 0.7 miles to 2.5 miles. Meet at Grove Road Station.
Arrowe Park: A fast walk between 2.5 and 3 miles long, with stunning views, every Tuesday from 10.30am – 11am. Meet outside Red Rooms Café.
Port Sunlight: Soak in the atmosphere of the Grade II listed historic garden village with this enjoyable 1.5 walk every Wednesday from 11am – 12 noon. Meet at Port Sunlight railway station, near the bowling green.
Royden Park: A 3 mile walk with ancient rock landscapes and stunning views, every Thursday from 1.30am – 3pm. Meet in the car park near the toilets.
Vale Park: A 30 minute walk for those living with and beyond cancer, every Thursday from 12 noon – 1pm, with coffee afterwards. Meet by Community House in Vale Park.
If you have any questions about the walks listed above, call 0151 929 7823 or email Wellbeing Walks Co-ordinator Fiona at FionaHanik@Wirral.gov.uk
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