COMMUNITY • WALKING
Walking isn’t just a step—it’s a stride towards a healthier you. It can boost your cardiovascular health, strengthen muscles, improve circulation, and help maintain a healthy weight. It’s an excellent low-impact exercise for all ages and activity levels.
We’ve worked hard over the last 12 months to make walking in the community even more accessible and inviting. Take a look at our walking initiatives below. For more information on the walks, contact lisa.arrandale@lifeleisure.net. Hope to see you soon!
We’re here to support you on your walking journey. Take a look at our walking timetable to see all the group walks happening across town and let’s get moving together.
Want to explore even more? We’ve picked out 8 fantastic walking spots around the area. They’re perfect for a breath of fresh air, a moment of calm, or a catch-up while on the go.
Whether you’re looking for family friendly park paths, scenic riverside routes, or peaceful woodland trails, there’s something for everyone.
Download our free PDFs and discover a new walk today.
Located on the side of First House in Brinnington, there are three Brinnington maps that showcase the local landmarks, historical sites and walking routes in and around the area. These maps were created by local residents to help guide visitors on what they can see and do around Brinnington.
We are keen to explore how people use the maps to stay active. This includes how people would like to use them, ideas for more presence in the community and if you would like to work with us on a small project involving the maps.
If you have any ideas on how to use these maps as part of your group or organisation, please email Ross McGuigan.
As part of the Stockport Town of Culture funding, we have launched the Brinnington Maps Art trail!
Helen Middleton Studio connected with five groups across Brinnington to create art pieces that have now been placed up on fences, posts and trees across the area.
With over 30 hours of workshops, young people and adults have created each piece, which you can walk by following the Brinnington Map attached here.
With thanks to Tonwen Jones, Brinnington Big Local, Transport for Greater Manchester & Stockport Council.
Our Walking Forum takes place twice a year in central Stockport and is open to anyone with an interest in walking. It’s a relaxed and informal event that brings people together to share ideas, connect, and celebrate all things walking.
Whether it’s information about local groups, funding opportunities, or tips for walk leaders, the forum is about supporting each other and finding new ways to make walking a bigger part of community life.
Walking has so many benefits, from boosting physical and mental wellbeing to helping people connect with others and explore their local area. Alongside resources like our community Brinnington maps, we’re proud to support volunteer-led walking groups that bring neighbours together and strengthen community spirit.
The forum also gives local residents a chance to talk about barriers to walking and work together on solutions that make it easier and more enjoyable for everyone.
If you’d like to get involved, we’re always looking for new volunteers to help support walking in the community. Get in touch with Lisa to find out more or come along to our next Walking Forum.
The next forum is Monday September 15th 1pm-3pm held at the Hatworks Wellington Mill, Wellington Road South, Stockport SK3 0EU
