GM Walking Festival May 2024
Join in the Greater Manchester Walking Festival this May with lots of interesting, fun and free walks in the Bury area of different lengths and difficulties.
Why walking is so good for us
Walking regularly can do wonders for our mental and physical health. It can really help with living a happier, healthier life.
People that are active regularly have up to a 30% reduced risk of becoming depressed. In older people, staying active can:
- Improve cognitive function
- Improve memory
- Improve attention and processing speeds
- Reduce the risk of mental decline and dementia
Doctors recommend a minimum of 150 minutes of activity a week (or 30 minutes a day 5 x per week) but despite all the great benefits, many people do much less than this. Moving more and getting more active can be difficult for some people but we can help.
How we can help you with waking more, more often
By joining in with our Walking for Health Programme you can take part in short local walks to help get you active and stay active at a pace that works for you.
Our health walks are a great way to stretch your legs, explore your local area and make new friends. From reducing stress and losing weight, to sharing laughs, our Walking for Health guided walks offer something for everyone.
Bury Walking and Cycling Community Group
The Bury Walking & Cycling Community Group has been created to provide a platform for effective communication and collaboration between the public and Bury Council to work in partnership to support and develop walking and cycling opportunities across the Bury borough.
Learn more about the group via their Facebook page:
Want to get started with walking for your health?
Walks led by volunteer walk leaders take place every week throughout the year. Find walking opportunities suitable for you: