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Walks for Wellbeing

In 2025, we’re inviting you to 'Walk for Wellbeing' with Willow Burn Hospice and the Walk & Talk Trust.

Last year, Willow Burn became a sponsor of the Lanchester Heritage 100 Walk to show the charity's commitment to the health and wellbeing of the wider community, as well as patients, staff, volunteers and their families.

The Lanchester Heritage100 Walk begins at the Newbiggin Lane entrance to the Lanchester Valley Railway Path and forms a figure of route. Initially following the railway path before veering off track to the Smallhope Burn as it winds through Dora's Wood. The route then continues along the path until it ventures through the Malton Nature Reserve, circling around Biggen Farm before returning to the Lanchester Railway Path. The walk ends with a final detour from the path taking you through Lanchester Village.

This walk, sponsored by Willow Burn, is part of Walk & Talk Trust’s Heritage 100 Walks.

Walks for Wellbeing' isn't just about supporting your Local Hospice. It is about you, your health and social connections.

'Walks for Wellbeing' isn't just about supporting your Local Hospice. It is about you, your health and social connections. There are so many benefits of walking including -

Improve fitness. Walking with friends, family, your dogs and walking groups encourages you to be more active. 

Relieve stress.  Walking is a great way to zone-out and rid yourself of stress.
Lower blood pressure. Being active can help to prevent high blood pressure.
Discover new places. Explore your local area and find beautiful locations along the way.
Improve mental wellbeing Build a social connection with other walkers.
Walk and play with your dog. Have fun playing with your dog while getting in your daily miles.

So, what are you waiting for, pull on those walking shoes! You can explore your local area, improve your mental wellbeing whilst making new friends and seeing some familiar faces, knowing every step you take will help the nursing and care team at Willow Burn provide the very best care to people living with life-limiting illnesses and their families when they truly need it.


The Heritage 100 Lanchester walk is easy to navigate by downloading the route via Komoot. The route is also guided by the carefully placed way markers by the Walk & Talk Trust, making it easier to follow without relying on technology.

In January Willow Burn held our first 'Walk for Wellbeing' which was hugely popular and is just the first in a series of walks in 2025, you can also get involved in Walkies for Willow Burn with your furry friends.

Watch this space for information on guided walks with Willow Burn

For inspiration about Walks for Wellbeing, read about Mandy and John's Walkies for Willow Burn in 2024 and the Mitford Sisters' Walking Challenge here:

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