The Wokingham Walk

Fundraising in aid of No5 Young People at the Wokingham Walk Autumn 2024 - read all about it:

Just over two weeks ago, Anne Williams , Paul Cowan, and I completed the The Wokingham WalkWalk—a stunning 5-hour journey through the beautiful countryside around this magical town. We took on this challenge to support No5 Young PeopleNo5 Young People, a vital organisation that has been providing free, confidential counselling to 11-25-year-olds in the RG postcode area since 1971. It’s such an essential service for young people in need!

Our JustGiving page remains open until 1st November, so if you’re considering donating, now’s the perfect time to make a difference! So far, we've raised £382 and would love to hit our target of £500. A massive thank you to everyone who has sponsored us so far—every penny truly counts!

-https://www.justgiving.com/page/mark-summers-1727276038675?utm_medium=fundraising&utm_content=page%2Fmark-summers-1727276038675&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=pfp-share

Some nice photos in the Bracknell News of last Sunday’s walk - are you in them? 👀

Dozens step out for Wokingham Autumn Walk Dozens of people stepped out over the weekend to raise money for a charitable cause that is so dear to our town.

Sunday’s Wokingham Walk organised by Wokingham Lions Club was a great success!. The weather was a little chilly, but dry, with bright spells, and walkers took advantage of this to enjoy a choice of 5-, 10- and 15-mile routes, all starting and finishing at Elms Field, in Wokingham town centre.

Some fantastic feedback has been posted on social media by participants, including these comments: “Thanks to everyone involved in the organisation, really good route, we had never walked along the Blackwater before” (15-mile route) and “I just wanted to thank the organisers of The Wokingham Walk, Autumn 2024 and Wokingham Lions Club. With the 10-mile walk, it was really nice to see different areas of Crowthorne and the countryside beyond as well as the familiar Wokingham town and countryside”.

Some walkers also took the opportunity to raise funds for their favourite charities. One family walked for The Thames Valley Air Ambulance after they helped them this year, saving the life of their child. Two walkers, who shared the walk, told us they had raised around £1,000 for The Alzheimer’s Society and Me2, whilst another family were supporting the National Autism Society. A small group were walking for No5, which supports young people aged 11-25, who live, work or study in the ‘RG’ area, with their mental health.

Wokingham Lions Club were again helped in the organisation of the event by the Ollie Young Foundation, their supporter’s ‘younger legs’ did a lot of the setting up and taking down of the route. Some of the profits from the event will be going their way. They also had one of their supporters walking the route, and despite having had a replacement hip not too long ago, he completed the 10-mile route, raising around £1,000 for them!

Thanks also to our event sponsor Clifton Ingram, and to Nuffield Health for their offers of hot showers and saunas for walkers!

Wokingham Lion, Andy Slay, told us “We are really happy with the support this event attracts. Although final figures are yet to be calculated, we will have made a significant amount for local charities and good causes, including of course the Ollie Young Foundation. It was good to see people using the event to explore the countryside around Wokingham, catch up with friends and family, get some great exercise, and of course our thanks to those who use the Wokingham Walk to raise money for causes close to their hearts”.

The next Wokingham Walk will be on Sunday April 13th, a slightly earlier date than usual due to Easter being late in 2025. Hopefully, the bluebells will have started flowering, and walkers may even catch some late daffodils!

Add the event to you Facebook calendar here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1050311069740885

Thanks to the two Holme Grange School pupils who setup a pop up cafe outside their house on our 10 mile Wokingham Walk Autumn 2024 route.

The walkers bought up all their cakes and they'd would like to say a great big thank you to Lions & walkers.

The money is going to their twin school, Our Lady of Nazareth Primary School in Mukuru, Nairobi.

Thanks to U. Bakery in Crowthorne for providing sustenance to walkers (and Lions & their dogs!) in yesterday's Wokingham Walk Autumn 2024!

The Wokingham Walk is now open! It’s not too late to join in - get down to Elms Field by 10:30 - the weather is looking absolutely perfect—sunny skies and a gentle breeze! 🌳🚶‍♀️ Whether you're a seasoned walker or just looking to enjoy some fresh air, it's the ideal day to explore our beautiful surroundings.

🦮 This is a great family and dog friendly event that also raises funds for local charities - organised by Wokingham Lions Club with support from Ollie Young Foundation.

🚶🏽‍♀️ Don't forget - we have a great offer from our friends at Nuffield Health - Swimming, Sauna, Steam Room and shower facilities will be available for all participating walkers on the day! Passes for the club will be handed out at the walk start, those wishing to use the facility please bring a towel & padlock for the lockers.

Thanks to our sponsors Clifton Ingram

Can’t wait to see everyone out there! 🌼✨

🌞 Excited for tomorrow's The Wokingham Walk? The weather is looking absolutely perfect—sunny skies and a gentle breeze! 🌳🚶‍♀️ Whether you're a seasoned walker or just looking to enjoy some fresh air, it's the ideal day to explore our beautiful surroundings.

🦮 This is a great family and dog friendly event that also raises funds for local charities - organised by Wokingham Lions Club with support from Ollie Young Foundation.

🚶🏿 Registration is open here: https://www.wokinghamwalk.co.uk - or you can just turn up at Elm's Field between 9-10:30 tomorrow morning.

🚶🏽‍♀️ Don't forget - we have a great offer from our friends at Nuffield Health Wokingham - Swimming, Sauna, Steam Room and shower facilities will be available for all participating walkers on the day! Passes for the club will be handed out at the walk start, those wishing to use the facility please bring a towel & padlock for the lockers.

Can’t wait to see everyone out there! 🌼✨

🌟 Join us this Sunday, 13th October, for The Wokingham Walk! 🌳🚶‍♂️ Whether you’re a seasoned walker or just looking for a fun day out, this is the perfect opportunity to explore the beautiful scenery and connect with our community.

Bring your friends, family, and furry companions! Let’s make some memories and enjoy the fresh air together. Don’t forget to tag us in your photos! 📸💚

Details here: Wokingham Walk Autumn 2024

Thanks to our supporters and sponsors:

Clifton Ingram
Nuffield Health
Tesco Wokingham
Morrisons Wokingham
SHARE Wokingham
Ollie Young Foundation

Thanks to My Journey Wokingham for supporting the Wokingham Walk Autumn 2024 - this Sunday! Details here: https://www.wokinghamwalk.co.uk

Swap sitting indoors for a walk outside. Join us for a Wokingham Walk organised by Wokingham Lions next week!

Join the big charity walk at Elms Field with 5, 10 and 15-mile routes to choose from.

Dogs are welcome too, so head outside with your furry friends and make an active swap.

There's still time to sign up! Show your interest now here! https://zurl.co/FGTt

🚶🏼‍♂️ It’s just one week until the Wokingham Walk on Sunday 13th October – your chance to enjoy beautiful 5, 10 or 15 mile routes around our town. We’ve even organised decent weather – see the forecast!

🦮 This is a great family and dog friendly event that also raises funds for local charities - organised by Wokingham Lions Club with support from Ollie Young Foundation.

🚶🏿 Registration is open here: https://www.wokinghamwalk.co.uk - add the event to your Facebook diary here: https://www.facebook.com/events/300167256470925

🚶🏽‍♀️ You can walk for fun or raise funds for YOUR favourite charity. If you’re fundraising we’ve made it easy by adding the event to Just Giving https://justgiving.com – all you have to do is go to your chosen charity’s JustGiving page, select “Fundraise for us”, select “Taking part in an event” and search for “Wokingham Walk”.

Don't forget - we have a great offer from our friends at Nuffield Health - Swimming, Sauna, Steam Room and shower facilities will be available for all participating walkers on the day! Passes for the club will be handed out at the walk start, those wishing to use the facility please bring a towel & padlock for the lockers.

The next The Wokingham Walk will be on Sunday 13th October with a choice of three beautiful 5, 10 or 15 mile routes around Wokingham town.

This is a great family and dog friendly event that also raises funds for local charities - organised by Wokingham Lions Club with support from Ollie Young Foundation

We've a great offer from our sponsor Nuffield Health Wokingham - Swimming, Sauna, Steam Room and shower facilities will be available for all participating walkers on the day! Passes for the club will be handed out at the walk start, those wishing to use the facility please bring a towel & padlock for the lockers.

🚶🏿 Registration is open here: https://www.wokinghamwalk.co.uk - add the event to your Facebook diary here: https://www.facebook.com/events/300167256470925

🚶🏽‍♀️ You can walk for fun or raise funds for YOUR favourite charity.

🚶🏼‍♂️ It’s just one month until The Wokingham Walk on Sunday 13th October – your chance to enjoy beautiful 5, 10 or 15 mile routes around Wokingham town.

🦮 This is a great family and dog friendly event that also raises funds for local charities - organised by Wokingham Lions Club with support from Ollie Young Foundation

🚶🏿 Registration is open here: https://www.wokinghamwalk.co.uk - add the event to your Facebook diary here: https://www.facebook.com/events/300167256470925

🚶🏽‍♀️ You can walk for fun or raise funds for YOUR favourite charity. If you’re fundraising we’ve made it easy by adding the event to Just Giving https://justgiving.com – all you have to do is go to your chosen charity’s JustGiving page, select “Fundraise for us”, select “Taking part in an event” and search for “Wokingham Walk”.

A lovely blog from CLASP about the last The Wokingham Walk - thanks!

Don’t forget the Wokingham Walk Autumn 2024 on Sunday 13th October!

A wet Wokingham walk! The Wokingham Walk is a charity walk with routes of 5, 10 or 15 miles. Organised by the Wokingham Lions this years Spring walk took place on Sunday 28th April to raise money for local charitable causes.To raise money for CLASP members, staff and friends and family braved the elements and raised arou...

Thanks to Wokingham.Today for their write up of the spring Wokingham Walk - read all about it!

Wokingham Walk was a splash in the park DESPITE the worst the weather could throw at the Wokingham Walk at the weekend, the event was a great, if

What a difference a day makes! ☔️

Thank you to everyone who took part in today’s Wokingham Walk! Over 300 walkers braved the elements and completed our 5, 10 or 15 mile routes. As you can see from the pictures we had some challenges with flooding around the route - around 20mm of rain fallen overnight. Thank you to everyone who worked to help us overcome the challenges, and to our walkers who took it all in their stride!

We’ll be able to announce how much the event has raised soon - and we know that lots of walkers also raised sponsorship for many deserving causes.

Thank you to Ollie Young Foundation who helped us with the route, to Nuffield Health Wokingham for their offer of facilities for walkers, to Tesco Wokingham for food and volunteer support, to Aldi UK & Morrisons Wokingham for food, to SHARE Wokingham for bottled water and to our sponsors Clifton Ingram.

The next Wokingham Walk will be on 13 Oct - add it to your diary here https://www.facebook.com/share/tpLUyoYp2cfSpguR

Before that on Sunday 8th September we have a new walking event that we are organising alongside Wokingham Town Council - the Wokingham Beat The Bounds walk. Follow https://facebook.com/events/s/wokingham-beating-the-bounds/252273277908069/ for more details.

The Wokingham Walk is open! Even the rain is starting to stop 🌥️

You can still enter on the day - just come down to Elms Field and register. Cards and cash accepted!

Don’t forget - when you've finished the walk you can go to Nuffield Health Club Wokingham Fitness & Wellbeing Gym for a free Shower, Swim, Sauna and Steam Room! Just pick up a pass at the stall on Elms Field Wokingham.

Also - the first 20 Walkers to join the club on Sunday get a 20% Discount on Nuffield Health Membership Fees! Read all about their amazing facilities here: https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/gyms/wokingham

Thanks to Clifton Ingram for their sponsorship!

🌳 It’s almost time for the Wokingham Lions Club Wokingham Walk Spring 2024!

🌿 Join us for a rejuvenating stroll through the picturesque paths of Wokingham tomorrow, Sunday 28th April!

🚶‍♂️ Whether you're a seasoned walker or just looking to stretch your legs, this is the perfect opportunity to explore our beautiful town and connect with fellow nature enthusiasts. Don't miss out on the chance to soak up the springtime scenery and unwind amidst the tranquillity of our local green spaces over our choice of 5, 10 or 15 mile routes.

You can register on the day from 9am-10:30am – or save queuing by booking your place here https://www.wokinghamwalk.co.uk where you’ll also find all the details.

Add the event to your Facebook calendar here https://fb.me/e/40wluPIbx

Thanks to our sponsors Clifton Ingram

See you there!

We’ve been out checking the route for this Sunday’s Wokingham Walk - it’s looking great, and a lot drier than expected in view of the recent wet weather. The bluebells are looking really beautiful this year.🪻

There's something for everyone at the Wokingham Walk - walkers can choose to follow either the 5, 10 or 15 mile routes - it's the perfect way to spend a Sunday.

Registration is open at www.wokinghamwalk.co.uk where you can get all the details - see you at the starting line this Sunday! 🎉

Add the event to your Facebook calendar here https://fb.me/e/40wluPIbx

Thanks to our sponsors Clifton Ingram

PS Spot the heron!

Thank you to Nuffield Health Wokingham who are offering all walkers at this Sunday's Wokingham Walk a free day pass!

When you've finished the walk you can go to Nuffield Health Club Wokingham Fitness & Wellbeing Gym for a free Shower, Swim, Sauna and Steam Room! Just pick up a pass at the stall on Elms Field Wokingham.

Also - the first 20 Walkers to join the club on Sunday get a 20% Discount on Membership Fees! Read all about their amazing facilities here: https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/gyms/wokingham

🌳 Whether you're strolling solo, walking with friends, or bringing the whole family along, there's something for everyone at the Wokingham Walk on 28 April - walkers can choose to follow either the 5, 10 or 15 mile routes - it's the perfect way to spend this Sunday - register here: https://www.wokinghamwalk.co.uk

Add the event to your Facebook calendar here https://fb.me/e/40wluPIbx

Thanks to our sponsors Clifton Ingram

Nice article from Wokingham.Today about our recent Wokingham Walk https://wokingham.today/the-lions-got-wokingham-walking/

Don’t forget to add the Spring walk on 28th April 2024 to your Facebook diary here https://facebook.com/events/s/wokingham-walk-spring-2024/704445234526383/

The Lions got Wokingham walking RESIDENTS of a borough town swapped slippers for sneakers, to take part in an annual October outdoor event.The Wokingham Walk

These are just some of the Wokingham Lions Club volunteers who help run the Wokingham Walk.

Do you want to help organise or support events like this? Then join Wokingham Lions Club! We are a very friendly group who organise events like this, the Wokingham Winter Carnival, Wokingham May Fayre 2024, Comedy Night, Wokingham Classic Motor Show 2024 and many other community and fundraising events - we also have social events for club members!

Get more information here wokinghamlions.org.uk/getinvolved