We are pleased to announce a return of our First Aid and Outdoor Survival for Walkers event on the 26th of October In partnership with the British Red Cross, this session will provide essential training for anyone who loves outdoor activities.

Gathering at our usual meeting point at Hardwick Park, Stockton-on-Tees, we will commence the event at 10:00 am. During this session, a certified instructor from the British Red Cross will educate us on key aspects of first aid and survival skills tailored for walkers.

Given the chilly October climate, it is advised to dress warmly and adequately to keep comfortable throughout the event.

If you have questions or require additional information, we are always available to assist. Your participation contributes to our mission of providing enriching and empowering experiences.

We look forward to seeing you there for this valuable training opportunity.

Special Event: Awareness Session on Diabetes

We are pleased to announce a special awareness session on diabetes, taking place on the 19th of October at the Glebe Centre Murton. This event will be led by Mark from Diabetes UK, who brings both professional knowledge and personal experience of living with the condition.

The session aims to provide valuable insights into diabetes management, prevention strategies, and the importance of lifestyle choices. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in discussions, ask questions, and gain a deeper understanding of how diabetes affects individuals and communities.

We encourage everyone to join us for this informative event. It is an excellent opportunity to learn, support one another, and promote awareness about diabetes. Your participation can make a difference in fostering a healthier community.

Join us for an early morning walk at Lordstones Country Park on Saturday 12th October. This is a 4.5-km circular trail near Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 24 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and running, so we will ll likely encounter other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a lead. All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Free Parking

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 45 minutes - 1.5 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

Join the Grand Riser for a rejuvenating early morning walk at Great Aycliffe Nature Reserve on Saturday, 7th September. This 5-km loop trail, located near Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, is generally considered an easy route, taking about 1 h 30 min to complete. Popular for wildlife watching, leisurely walks, and photography, you might also meet other nature enthusiasts along the way. Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash.

Free Parking Available

The walk commences at 8:00 am. After our walk, we will have a special meet and greet session hosted by Careyard UK, where you can learn more about their services and community initiatives.

Everyone walks at their own pace, so feel relaxed and take in the tranquil surroundings. A walking session will typically last between 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on the chosen path and walking speed.

We look forward to sharing this beautiful morning and an enriching meet and greet with you.

Join us for an early morning walk at Bassleton Woods, Stockton-on-Tees on Saturday 7th September. Bassleton Woods is a six-hectare pocket of ancient deciduous woodland sandwiched between the Bassleton Court housing estate of Thornaby and the River Tees. The Holmes area of the nature reserve comprises 6.8-hectares of low-lying ex-agricultural land in a meander known to Thornaby residents as Horseshoe Bend. Bassleton Woods and the Holmes form part of a much larger area of special countryside that is open to the public. The Council's Countryside service has planted adjacent fields with approximately 14,000 trees in order to link Bassleton Woods to the nearby Thornaby Woods, which is also open to the public.

All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Parking will be in the Bassleton Court Shops car park, adjacent to The Griffin pub in Thornaby. At the "spitfire roundabout" on the A1045 in Thornaby, turn west on to Bader Avenue. Just after passing The Griffin pub on your right, turn right into Newton Road and look for the car park on your right. The grid reference of the entrance to the car park is NZ 450156 and the What3words reference is ///stove.leaned.scan. The Griffin's postcode is TS17 0EH.

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 1 hour - 2 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

Join us for an early morning walk at Herrington Country Park on Saturday 31st August. All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Free Parking

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 1 hour - 2 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

• Tagged: Seaham, Walking group, Noses Point, Grand Risers, Wellness, Walking, Nature, Outdoor, black people walking

It is our sincere pleasure to acknowledge the presence of all members within our community. Your contributions, be it silent or vocal, have been integral to shaping the heart of our group.

We would like to cordially invite each one of you to our upcoming get together, scheduled for the 25th of August at Hardwick Park, Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 2DN. The event is being organised by our esteemed committee, and we are eager for your participation. It will be a wonderful opportunity to socialise, dine together, and simply enjoy a splendid time.

For those with children, we encourage you to bring items such as footballs or any other suitable toys that can keep them entertained at the park. We aim to ensure that this event is enjoyable for all ages.

Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any queries. We are more than happy to address your concerns and questions. Our collective effort will make this event a memorable celebration for our Grand Risers group. We look forward to your participation.

Looking forward to seeing you.

Back by popular demand! We warmly invite you to an enlightening early morning walk, featuring elements of mindfulness and guided meditation, on the 24th of August at Black hall Rocks Beach. We will assemble at our at our meeting point, embarking at 9:00 am on a journey that promises both physical and mental well-being.

Led by qualified mindfulness instructors, this walk is designed to deepen your awareness of the present moment, coupled with physical exercise. The morning will conclude with a soothing guided meditation to instill peace and clarity into your weekend.

Please note that, on this occasion, we kindly ask for no children's toys as they may cause distractions during the mindfulness and meditation segments.

Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please feel free to reach out. Your participation is integral to creating a memorable and holistic experience for all.

We eagerly await your participation in this enriching community event.

Join us for an early morning walk at Herrington Country Park on Saturday 17th August. All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Free Parking

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 1 hour - 2 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

• Tagged: Seaham, Walking group, Noses Point, Grand Risers, Wellness, Walking, Nature, Outdoor, black people walking

Join us for an early morning walk at Jubilee Bridge, Willington, Crook on Saturday 3rd August. All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Free Parking

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 45 minutes - 1.5 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

Join us for an early morning walk at Herrington Country Park on Saturday 29th June. All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Free Parking

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 1 hour - 2 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

• Tagged: Seaham, Walking group, Noses Point, Grand Risers, Wellness, Walking, Nature, Outdoor, black people walking

Join us for an early morning walk at Herrington Country Park on Saturday 20th February. All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Free Parking

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 1 hour - 2 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

• Tagged: Seaham, Walking group, Noses Point, Grand Risers, Wellness, Walking, Nature, Outdoor, black people walking

Join us for an early morning walk at Bassleton Woods, Stockton-on-Tees on Saturday 8th May. Bassleton Woods is a six-hectare pocket of ancient deciduous woodland sandwiched between the Bassleton Court housing estate of Thornaby and the River Tees. The Holmes area of the nature reserve comprises 6.8-hectares of low-lying ex-agricultural land in a meander known to Thornaby residents as Horseshoe Bend. Bassleton Woods and the Holmes form part of a much larger area of special countryside that is open to the public. The Council's Countryside service has planted adjacent fields with approximately 14,000 trees in order to link Bassleton Woods to the nearby Thornaby Woods, which is also open to the public.

All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Parking will be in the Bassleton Court Shops car park, adjacent to The Griffin pub in Thornaby. At the "spitfire roundabout" on the A1045 in Thornaby, turn west on to Bader Avenue. Just after passing The Griffin pub on your right, turn right into Newton Road and look for the car park on your right. The grid reference of the entrance to the car park is NZ 450156 and the What3words reference is ///stove.leaned.scan. The Griffin's postcode is TS17 0EH.

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 1 hour - 2 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

Join us for an early morning walk at Lordstones Country Park on Saturday 1st June. This is a 4.5-km circular trail near Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 24 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and running, so we will ll likely encounter other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a lead. All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Free Parking

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 45 minutes - 1.5 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

Join us for an early morning walk at Hardwick Country Park on Saturday 25th May. All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Free Parking

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 45 minutes - 1.5 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

Join us for an early morning walk at Wellness Walk at Hemlington Lake and Recreational Centre- Cass House Rd, Hemlington, Middlesbrough TS8 9QW on Saturday 11th May. All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Free Parking

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 1 hour - 2 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

Join us for an early morning walk at Herrington Country Park on Saturday 20th February. All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Free Parking

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 1 hour - 2 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

• Tagged: Seaham, Walking group, Noses Point, Grand Risers, Wellness, Walking, Nature, Outdoor, black people walking

Join us for an early morning walk at Blackhall Rocks Beach on Saturday 13th April. All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Free Parking

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 45 minutes - 1.5 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

Join us for an early morning walk at Jubilee Bridge, Willington, Crook on Saturday 6th April. All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Free Parking

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 45 minutes - 1.5 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

Join us for an early morning walk at Broompark Picnic Area on Saturday 24th February, 2024. All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Free Parking

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 1 hour - 2 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

Address: Follow A690 Durham to Crook road. Turn at Stonebridge roundabout, B6302 to Ushaw Moor,follow road for approximately ½ mile. Site is on the left,signposted from the road. Nearest postcode is DH7 7RJ