Walk Well Derby
About Us
Walk Well runs short, free health walks in Derby that are suitable for people of all ages, including children (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult). The walks take in local parks, countryside and residential areas of Derby City.
You don’t need to book for these and can simply turn up, although please arrive before the walk start time so we don’t go without you! You are advised to dress suitably for the weather conditions, wear comfortable, supportive footwear and bring a drink.
The Walk Well Scheme links closely with the Livewell Service, which helps people in Derby to lead a healthy lifestyle. For more information on Livewell, please go to www.livewellderby.co.uk
Our Walks
| Walk name | Route options available | Length (hours) |
| Alvaston Riverside walk | Alvaston Riverside walk Alvaston Riverside walk Alvaston Riverside walk | 1:00 0:15 0:30 |
| Chaddesden Park Walk | Chaddesden Park walk | 0:45 |
| Darley Park Walk | Darley Park Walk | 1:15 |
| Elvaston Castle Walk | Elvaston Castle Walk | 1:30 |
| Littleover Parks walk | Littleover Parks walk | 1:00 |
| Markeaton Park Walk | Markeaton Park Walk | 1:00 |
| Mickleover Community Walk | Mickleover Community Walk Mickleover Community Walk Mickleover Community Walk | 1:00 0:30 0:45 |
| Mickleover Perimeter walk | Mickleover Perimeter walk | 1:30 |
| Normanton Park walk | Normanton Park walk Normanton Park walk Normanton Park walk | 0:45 0:15 0:30 |
| Oakwood Woodland walk | Springwood Leisure Centre | 1:00 |
| Old Canal Path Walk | Osmaston Park Community Centre | 1:30 |
| Sinfin Nature Reserve Walk | Sinfin Nature Reserve Walk | 0:45 |
The following walks take place every week, unless stated (subject to change):
Beginners walks (up to 45 mins)
Walks have flat routes with even ground. Shorter walks (10-30 mins) are also available as part of each walk
Mickleover Community walk - Mondays 10.15am
Walk Leader: Sandra
Meet in the café - Mickleover Community Centre, DE3 0DA
- - NEW WALK - starts on 30th January - -
Chaddesden Park walk - Tuesdays 11am
Walk Leader: Roger
Meet at Age UK Chaddesden Park Centre, DE21 6LN
Moved to Wednesdays from 7th Feb
Normanton Park walk - Wednesdays 10am
Walk Leader: Sufyaan
Meet at Normanton Park Warwick Avenue entrance, DE23 8DA
Alvaston Riverside walk - Thursdays 12noon
Walk Leaders: Aimee, Andy G
Meet outside the café on Alvaston Park, DE24 8QQ
Intermediate walks (45-90 mins)
Walks may have some inclines and uneven ground
Mickleover Community walk - Mondays 10.15am
Walk Leaders: Andy W, Bharti, Garry
Meet in the café - Mickleover Community Centre, DE3 0DA
Oakwood Woodland walk - Tuesdays 10am
Walk Leaders: Rania
Meet in Springwood Leisure Centre reception, DE21 2RQ
Darley Park walk - Tuesdays 12.45pm
Walk Leader: Andy G
Meet outside the main entrance of the Council House , DE1 2FS
Markeaton Park walk - Wednesdays 10am
Walk Leaders: Joe, Bharti, Garry
Meet at Mackworth Library, DE22 4BG
Alvaston Riverside walk - Thursdays 12noon
Walk Leaders: Aimee, Andy
Meet outside the café on Alvaston Park, DE24 8QQ
Old Canal Path walk - Fridays 10am
Walk Leaders: Bill
Meet at Osmaston Park Community Centre, DE24 9HY
Walk not suitable for pushchairs/wheelchairs
Littleover Parks walk - the second Saturday of every month 2pm
Walk Leader: Gill
Meet at King George V playing fields car park, DE23 3ET
Advanced/progression walks (90-120 mins)
Walks are more challenging and more likely to have a faster pace, inclines, uneven ground and stiles
Markeaton Park walk - Wednesdays 10am
Walk Leaders: Joe , Bharti, Garry
Meet at Mackworth Library, DE22 4BG
Mickleover Perimeter walk - Thursdays 6.45pm
Walk Leaders: Sandra, Andy W
Meet at Mickleover Library, DE3 0EA
Walk not suitable for pushchairs/wheelchairs
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Old Canal Path Walk 10:00 |
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Mickleover Community Walk 10:15 |
Oakwood Woodland walk 10:00 Chaddesden Park Walk 11:00 Darley Park Walk 12:45 |
Markeaton Park Walk 10:00 Normanton Park walk 10:00 |
Alvaston Riverside walk 12:00 Mickleover Perimeter walk 18:45 |
Old Canal Path Walk 10:00 |
Littleover Parks walk 14:00 |
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Mickleover Community Walk 10:15 |
Oakwood Woodland walk 10:00 Chaddesden Park Walk 11:00 Darley Park Walk 12:45 |
Markeaton Park Walk 10:00 Normanton Park walk 10:00 |
Alvaston Riverside walk 12:00 Mickleover Perimeter walk 18:45 |
Old Canal Path Walk 10:00 |
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Mickleover Community Walk 10:15 |
Oakwood Woodland walk 10:00 Chaddesden Park Walk 11:00 Darley Park Walk 12:45 |
Markeaton Park Walk 10:00 Normanton Park walk 10:00 |
Alvaston Riverside walk 12:00 Mickleover Perimeter walk 18:45 |
Old Canal Path Walk 10:00 |
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Mickleover Community Walk 10:15 |
Oakwood Woodland walk 10:00 Chaddesden Park Walk 11:00 Darley Park Walk 12:45 |
Markeaton Park Walk 10:00 Normanton Park walk 10:00 |
Alvaston Riverside walk 12:00 Mickleover Perimeter walk 18:45 |
Old Canal Path Walk 10:00 |
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