Our friendly support worker leads group walks offering a listening ear and providing support in your caring role.
About the service
Want to improve your health and well-being? Want to enjoy a walk with other carers? Want to get useful information and advice about the support available to you? Walk and Talk is for you.
Good for carers and those you care for
Why not join us for an easy walk around a local green area? You will get a chance to enjoy being outdoors in the company of other carers.
One of our friendly support workers will lead the walk, offer a listening ear and provide information to support you in your caring role.
Designed with carers in mind
The groups will meet over six weeks and take place in a local green space. There is a mixture of groups:
- for carers on your own
- for you and those you care for
- age-specific, for example, if you are a young adult carer
All carers are welcome, we aim to make the walks as inclusive as possible. Whatever your background, whatever your walking ability, come and join us and your fellow carers on a Walk and Talk. It is free to take part, all we need is your company.
“I feel so isolated as a carer, so it is fantastic to be out chatting with other people who understand what it’s like.”
Current and upcoming walks for carers
Walk and Talk for carers from global majority communities
A friendly, welcoming space for carers from global majority communities to connect, enjoy nature and get some time for themselves. These gentle walks around local green spaces are a great way to meet other unpaid carers and chat in a relaxed environment.
Stoke Park
Wednesday 18 and 25 March, and 1, 15, 22 and 29 April
10.30 a.m. to 12.00 p.m.
Nordic walking taster session
Carers are invited to take part in our first Nordic walking taster session, delivered in partnership with Let’s Walk Bristol. The session will be led by Vicky, the organisation’s founder, who will provide all equipment and guidance. Nordic walking offers a range of physical and mental health benefits, making it suitable for individuals of varying fitness levels.
Eastville Park
Thursday 23 April
11.00 am – 12:15 pm.
Walk and Talk for carers affected by Parkinson’s
A series of six Walk and Talk sessions in South Gloucestershire for carers and their dependants affected by Parkinson’s, delivered in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
Hanham
Thursday 7, 14, 21 May, and 4, 11, 18 June.
TBA
Bristol Walk Festival: Carers’ Walk & Talk
Join us for a gentle Walk and Talk session as part of the Bristol Walk Festival — and in support of Mental Health Awareness Week. This relaxed stroll is open to carers and offers time outdoors, space to connect with others, and a supportive environment to talk and unwind.
Oldbury Court (meeting point at the Vassall Centre main reception)
Wednesday 13 May.
11.00 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. followed by free tea/coffee at the Vassall Centre
Nurture by nature: walk and nature connection
To celebrate Carers’ Week, we’re offering a special walk that includes some gentle forest‑therapy activities. This walk will also be part of the Festival of Nature taking place that week. The format will be a little different and slightly longer than usual, and we’ll have space for around 8–10 carers so the group stays manageable.
Chipping Sodbury
Monday 8 June
12.30 to 2.30 p.m.
Young Adult Carers Walk and Talk Group (18-25 years)
Being a young adult carer can sometimes feel isolating, but you’re not alone.
Looking for a break from your caring role? Our new Walk and Talk group is designed just for young adult carers (18–25), with a new approach! It’s a chance to meet others who understand, enjoy some fresh air, and take time for yourself in a relaxed, supportive setting. Whether you’re up for a chat or just want a change of scenery, you’re warmly welcome.