Walk Glasgow Health Walks
Walk Glasgow is a partnership project that aims to promote and develop walking opportunities across Glasgow. One of its roles is to work with local organisations to establish and support community health walks.
A health walk is a FREE, short, gentle and friendly led walk up to 2 miles long for all ages and abilities. They are a great way to meet new people and take the first steps towards a healthier lifestyle. The walks are all led by trained volunteers.
Why Walk?
Walking is one of the easiest ways of getting active;
- It's free
- No special equipment is required
- It's accessible, almost anyone can do it
- It's low impact so therefore there are low risks of injury
Walking regularly:
- Reduces the risk of developing heart disease, certain cancers & type II diabetes by up to 50%
- Helps with weight management
- Promotes good mental health and wellbeing
- Improves sleep
See our 'where can I walk?' to find details of all the health walks.
City Park Walks
Regular health walks in Glasgow City Parks led by the Park Rangers and Community Action Team will shortly be starting - details will be posted here.
Guided walks for specific groups can also be arranged.
5 of Glasgow's city parks have waymarked routes, maps can be downloaded below;
Bellahouston Park
Glasgow Green
Kelvingrove Park
Kings Park
Queen's Park
Springburn Park
Tollcross Park
Become a Volunteer Walk Leader
Walk Glasgow are always looking for interested, reliable people to become Health Walk Leaders. We can provide you with free training, support and insurance.
