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

Please note - the Arboretum Park walk on a Monday has now been permanently cancelled.

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 

Normanton Park walk - Thursdays 10am

Walk Leader: Sufyaan

Meet at Normanton Park Warwick Avenue entrance, DE23 8DA

Alvaston Riverside walk - Thursdays 12noon

Walk Leaders: Aimee, Andy

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: Sandra, Andy, Bharti, Garry

Meet in the café - Mickleover Community Centre, DE3 0DA

Oakwood Woodland walk - Tuesdays 10am

Walk Leaders: Pete, Rania

Meet in Springwood Leisure Centre reception, DE21 2RQ

Darley Park walk - Tuesdays 12.45pm

Walk Leader: Andy

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

Sinfin Nature Reserve walk - Wednesdays 1.30pm

Walk Leader: Stephen

Meet at Sinfin Library, DE24 3DS

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: Phil, Carole

Meet at Osmaston Park Community Centre, DE24 9HY

Walk not suitable for pushchairs/wheelchairs

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

Meet at Mickleover Library, DE3 0EA

Walk not suitable for pushchairs/wheelchairs