Wild Stride Walkers

Wild Stride Walkers Established in March 2020.

Walking in the Norfolk Countryside based around Mid Norfolk, forest, woodlands, beaches and trails, starting with two grades of walking in relation to distance and pace.

Where are we Striding in August? Why not come and try Nordic Waking (yes walking with poles). DM for more information....
09/08/2023

Where are we Striding in August? Why not come and try Nordic Waking (yes walking with poles). DM for more information.

Date: Friday 18th August

Activity: Nordic Walking Taster Workshop

Location: Chestnuts Camp Site in Fundenhall on B1113

Time: 10.00

Postcode: NR16 1EF

What3Words: officials.openly.flipper

Parking: On site at the camping carpark

Café is available after the session.

Booking is essential only 4 places remaining

Social Walk after the Nordic Workshop of around 4 miles starting 12.30 pm

Challenge Walks

Date: Saturday 19th August
Distance: 12 miles/19 KM
Location: Thorpe Forest Cabins
Time: 9.30 AM

Date: Saturday 26th August
Distance: 14 miles/ 22.5 KM
Location: Santon Downham
Time: 0930

Our 2023 Wherryman's Way Challenge in early Sept is getting closer.Today we completed another 10 mile training walk arou...
06/08/2023

Our 2023 Wherryman's Way Challenge in early Sept is getting closer.

Today we completed another 10 mile training walk around Rocklands all Saints.

Our longest walk on the challenge will be 15 miles so, our training walks are building up to that distance.

Well done all for your achievements today.

There is a surprise reward to be revealed in the coming days to acknowledge your achievements of finishing the Wherryman's Way in Sept.

Our second adventure of the weekend was a 8 mile jacket on, jacket off stride around East Wretham.This was the second of...
22/07/2023

Our second adventure of the weekend was a 8 mile jacket on, jacket off stride around East Wretham.

This was the second of our distance challenge training sessions.

Our distance challenge this year is the Wherryman's Way, the striders will be taking on the 37 mile route over 3 days early Sept.

Today's walk was training to build up fitness so we can all achieve the distance. Next up is a 10 mile training walk.

It's a busy weekend for the Wild Stride Walkers, firstly day 2 of the Wherryman's Way has been recce'd with Vickie Hunte...
22/07/2023

It's a busy weekend for the Wild Stride Walkers, firstly day 2 of the Wherryman's Way has been recce'd with Vickie Hunter-Lines.

This is going to be a beautiful days walk along the river, through fields, through towns. Lots of wildlife and nature to engage the striders as they take on the 37 mile challenge over 3 days.

Time is running out to join us in training walks and the challenge it's self, closing date to join us is 1st August. DM for a chat and more information.

The Wild Stride Walkers have introduced a new programme of navigational skills to the range of sessions offered.Friday ...
15/07/2023

The Wild Stride Walkers have introduced a new programme of navigational skills to the range of sessions offered.

Friday the group learnt about map scales, map symbols, particularly the different types of footpaths, contour lines and basic compass usage.

With time in the morning to do the learning and implementation in the afternoon during the social walk, everyone had a good day. If a little wet at the end of it.

Our next walk is Sat 22nd July, 8 miles. Contact for more information.

It's been a busy weekend for the Wild Stride Walkers.Recce number 2 of 3 of the Wherryman's Way Challenge, today checkin...
09/07/2023

It's been a busy weekend for the Wild Stride Walkers.

Recce number 2 of 3 of the Wherryman's Way Challenge, today checking out stage 1 of our distance challenge route, Gt Yarmouth to Reedham 11 miles.

Beautiful views, lots of wild life and a pub at the end, what more could you want.

We have five training walks coming up to get us fit for the challenge that takes place in Sept, with just a couple of places left, it could be you seeing these wonderful sites.

Contact for more information. Www.wildstridewalkers.co.uk

A little bit of Corporate Walking today. Exploring the Norfolk Countryside, riverside walking, with a bit of climbing an...
08/07/2023

A little bit of Corporate Walking today. Exploring the Norfolk Countryside, riverside walking, with a bit of climbing and touching on two national walking routes, the Peddars Way and the Nar Valley way.

A fabulous adventure for all, fabulous walk, chat and fun along the way.

Castle Acre, as always you are amazing.

Contact for more information about company walks. Www.wildstridewalkers.co.uk

Early Sept sees a group of wild stride walkers taking on the Wherryman's Why over 3 days. Starting in Great Yarmouth and...
08/07/2023

Early Sept sees a group of wild stride walkers taking on the Wherryman's Why over 3 days. Starting in Great Yarmouth and finishing in Norwich.

Yesterday Katy and myself carried out a recce of what will be day 3. Rockland St. Mary to Norwich around 10.5 miles.

There are 2 places left on this adventure if you would like to come and join us, training walks are planned and full support along the way is given. Contact directly if you would like more information.

How beautiful is this walk along the river? And on this hot day we Had to finish with an ice cream.

So the training has started for our annual distance challenge.Last year we completed 46 miles that makes up the Peddars ...
01/07/2023

So the training has started for our annual distance challenge.

Last year we completed 46 miles that makes up the Peddars Way.

This year we are taking on the 37 miles of the Wherryman's Way.

So today's wild stride walk seen the team complete a 6 mile circuit of Castle Acre.

This is all part of building our physical and mental fitness to complete the 37 miles over 3 days.

We still have a couple of places available if you want to join us for training walks and/or the distance challenge.

Well done to all for your achievements today, all washed down with tea and cake.

On 1st July we start training for the annual distances challenge, this year it is the Wherryman's Way.These training ses...
26/06/2023

On 1st July we start training for the annual distances challenge, this year it is the Wherryman's Way.

These training sessions are open to everyone and not just those taking part in the challenge walk.

If you would like to join us for a social walk of 10km/6 miles then please confirm your attendance and a place will be kept available for you. (If you are new to the group then some forms need to be completed in advance, contact for more information)

These social walks are £5.00 each.

Date: Saturday 1st July

Distance: 6 miles/10KM

Location: Castle Acre

Time: 0930

Postcode: PE32 2AE

What3Words: punters.blissful.plug

Parking: Charges Could Apply

What’s coming up in July 2023We have a wonderful selection of guided activities coming up in July 2023, exploring the si...
14/06/2023

What’s coming up in July 2023

We have a wonderful selection of guided activities coming up in July 2023, exploring the sites and sounds of what Norfolk has to offer you in terms of getting back to nature.

Calendar of events for July 2023

Nordic Walking Taster Session
Friday 14th July: Shipdham: Start 10.00 AM: Session time: 90 mins:

Social Strides and distance challenge training strides

Sat 1st July: Castle Acre 6 miles: Start 9.30 AM: (This is part of the distance challenge training plan, but all are welcome)

Friday 14th July: Bradenham: 4 miles: Start 1230 PM (social walk, all welcome)

Sat 22nd July: East Wretham: Start 9.30 AM (part of the distance challenge training plan, but all welcome)

So, what is the annual distance challenge?

This year the annual distance challenge takes place in Sept 2023 https://www.wildstridewalkers.co.uk/long-distance-strides and we have a few places left available for this challenge.

Part of our planning is to ensure you are fit and ready for the distance challenge so to engage in a range of training walks with us is key to your success.

Our first training walk is 1st July 2023.

The training walks are available to those taking part in the distance challenge and those you want a social walk on that particular day.

Booking is essential as group numbers are kept at a level to allow us to move at a pace that suits you and your needs and for everyone to communicate and engage with each other.

Contact: [email protected] or view the website: www.wildstridewalkers.co.uk

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