RESIDENTS are invited to a celebration to mark the successful launch of free guided health walks in Weymouth and Portland.

The ‘Walk for You’ scheme has seen more than 100 people pull on their walking shoes and enjoy a free guided health walk since it began in the spring.

The celebration, which aims to encourage even more people to try a free guided walk, will be held this Friday, June 22. Meet at 10.30am at the Beach Office/Tea Cabin on the seafront to enjoy a walk and a light buffet.

Cllr Jon Orrell, Social Inclusion Briefholder at Weymouth and Portland Borough Council, said: “Guided walks are fun and free, if you’ve been meaning to do more exercise, why not come along and try one out.

“Our friendly guides make it fun whatever your health needs, there is no such thing as too slow, or too fast, we always have more than one guide to cater for everyone. Everyone is invited so please come along, try a walk and enjoy the summer!”

Health walker Ken Whatley, from Weymouth, said: “The walks are great, everyone is friendly and you can go at your own pace. Many of the walks are on the flat and not too long, ideal for anyone wanting to get back into walking. Going on a free guided walk is very enjoyable, I’d recommend them to anyone.”

Health walks are enjoyable, on the flat (buggy friendly) and between 10 to 45 minutes long. Some walkers are recovering from illness or injury, others simply want to rebuild their fitness in an easy and fun way.

Details of the walks area available here at walkingforhealth.org.uk

If you would like a chat to find out more about the walks call Julie Hursthouse on 01305 838497.