Try our Wellbeing Walks this autumn 

Autumn is the perfect season to start walking. As the leaves change colour and the scenery changes, every step becomes more enjoyable. Walking is a gentle way to ease back into regular exercise. It boosts heart health, helps lower blood pressure and gradually builds stamina. 

Daily, weekly, fortnightly and monthly walks 

We offer a full programme of walks across Elmbridge with options every day. Many walks start from the same location each week, fortnight or month. This makes it easier to build a routine, especially if you're recovering from injury or have been inactive for a while. 

Walking is low impact and helps maintain flexibility without putting strain on your body. It’s also a great way to meet others. Many of our walks include time for a chat and a warm drink afterwards. 

Walks for various interests 

Some walks focus on nature, history or wellbeing. These include visits to Painshill Park and Claremont Landscape Garden, as well as guided historical walks led by Elmbridge Museum volunteers. 

All walks are free, open to everyone and led by trained volunteers. You don’t need to book, except for Painshill and Claremont, where advance booking gives you free access as part of our wellbeing group. 

A bit more information about our regular walks: 

Weekly Walks 

• Monday, 11:00 to 11:30 - All-inclusive walk or wheel 
  Start: Xcel Leisure Complex, Waterside Drive, Walton-on-Thames KT12 2JG 
  A gentle 1km walk with benches along the way. 
  Led by first-aid trained volunteers, this walk is ideal if you're recovering from illness or living with a long-term health condition. After the walk, join us for a tea or coffee at the Xcel Café. 
   
• Tuesday, 10:30 to 11:30 - Molesey Circular 
  Start: Council car park, Walton Road, East Molesey KT8 0DP 
  A slow, flat walk suitable for all abilities. 
   
• Wednesday, 10:30 to 11:15/11:30 – Around Walton-on-Thames 
  Start: Walton Centre for the Community, Manor Road, Walton KT12 2PB 
  A gentle walk with a small slope. 
   
• Friday, 10:30 to 11:15 – Thames Path to Molesey Lock 
  Start: Miss Polly Café, Molesey Cricket Club, Grayburn Way, East Molesey, KT8 9AL
  A flat, scenic walk along the river. 

 Fortnightly and Monthly Walks 

• Last Monday of the month, 10:30 to 12:00 - “Lucky Dip” Country Walk 
  Start: Claygate Centre for the Community, Elm Road, Claygate KT10 0EH 
  A moderate walk with some slopes.
   
• First Thursday of the month, 10:30 to 12:00 - “Woods and Commons” 
  Start: Sandy Lane car park, Cobham KT11 2EL 
  A scenic woodland walk with moderate difficulty. 

 Special Interest Walks 

• Claremont Landscape Garden and Painshill Park (booking required for free access)
• Historical walks in Molesey with Elmbridge Museum volunteers
• Seasonal nature walks
• Walk and Talk routes in partnership with Princess Alice Hospice and Mary Frances Trust 

Join a Walk 

Check our programme and try one or two of our walks to see if they suit you. If you’d like to keep attending, you’ll be asked to register for free with the Elmbridge Wellbeing Walks scheme, delivered in partnership with Ramblers UK.  

Volunteer with us 

If you enjoy being active and meeting new people, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch to become a walk leader volunteer. 

Find out more about our autumn programme.