Looking for a great way to get active, meet new people and explore local green spaces? Active Halton's Health & Wellbeing Walks programme offers a range of free, friendly walks taking place across Halton throughout October, November and December 2026. Whether you're looking for a gentle stroll, a social walk, or an opportunity to improve your physical and mental wellbeing, there is something for everyone.
The walks are designed to be inclusive and welcoming, with routes varying in length and pace. Many include opportunities to enjoy a chat, meet new people and even stop for a coffee along the way.
Regular Weekly Walks
Every Tuesday
11.00am - Murdishaw Health Centre, Runcorn
- Choice of a 30-minute walk or an optional 60-minute route
- Optional café visit after the walk
- Meet at Murdishaw Health Centre, Gorsewood Road, WA7 6ES
6.30pm - Sandymoor, Runcorn
- Approximately 90-minute walk
- Meet at the Co-op car park, Otterburn Street, WA7 1XU
Mindful Walk
Third Tuesday of every month, 1.00pm - Runcorn Hill
- A relaxed walk incorporating reflections and grounding exercises
- Meet near Esposito's Café, Highlands Road, WA7 4PX
- Approximately 60 minutes with an optional café visit afterwards
Every Wednesday
11.00am - Weekly Varied Locations
- Steady-paced walks of around one hour
- Different locations each week across Halton and beyond
Every Tuesday and Thursday
1.00pm - Windmill Hill, Runcorn
- Easy-paced walk of around one hour
- Includes a café stop midway through
- Meet where Southwood Avenue crosses Lockgate West, WA7 6LF
Every Thursday
10.00am - Victoria Park, Widnes
- Short 20 to 30-minute walk
- Can be shortened if required
- Followed by an optional drink and chat
- Meet at the Bandstand Café, WA8 6SQ
Every Friday
10.30am - Men's Walk & Talk, Palacefields
- Approximately one-hour walk
- Meet at the Community Shop, Priory House, Northway, WA7 2FS
1.00pm - Gentle Stroll from St Paul's Health Centre
- 35 to 45-minute walk along the canal path
- Meet at St Paul's Health Centre, High Street, Runcorn, WA7 1AB
Every Sunday
10.00am - Walk from Space, Runcorn Old Town
- Explore local green spaces
- Opportunity to talk with a Mental Health Ambassador
- Meet at Space Café, Regent Street, WA7 1LJ
11.00am - Moore
- Approximately 90-minute walk
- Optional café visit afterwards
- Meet at The Shed, Moore, WA4 6TU
Wednesday Walking Programme
Special Wednesday walks throughout the autumn include:
- 7 October: Spike Island, Widnes
- 14 October: Moore Nature Reserve
- 21 October: Runcorn Town Hall
- 28 October: Frodsham
- 4 November: Preston Brook Marina
- 11 November: Weston
- 18 November: Sandymoor
- 25 November: Halton Castle
- 2 December: Phoenix Park
- 9 December: Town Park Ski Slope
- 16 December: Runcorn Old Town
No Wednesday walks will take place on 22 or 30 December.
Find Out More
For updated schedules and further information, visit the Active Halton walking page:
🔗 https://activehalton.co.uk/walking/
For enquiries, contact Paula Parle, Sport & Physical Activity Development Officer, on 0151 511 8550 or email Paula.Parle@halton.gov.uk.
These free walks are a fantastic way to improve your health, discover local areas and connect with others. New participants are always welcome.