A popular countywide programme of free short, regular walks led by trained volunteers and graded to suit all fitness levels and abilities.

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A popular countywide programme of free short, regular walks led by trained volunteers and graded to suit all fitness levels and abilities.

Watford & Three Rivers Health Walks Walks take place at Cassiobury Park in Watford and in Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, South Oxhey and Abbots Langley. They continue all year round, on a weekly or fortnightly basis.

Why walk? Meet new people - most walks finish in the pub for a drink and a natter Enjoy local green spaces and countryside – helping to combat stress, depression and anxiety Brisk walking helps reduce the risk of diabetes, Alzheimer's, bowel cancer and can help prevent osteoporosis, high blood pressure, stroke and coronary heart disease

What our health walkers say… I’m fitter and my doctor is amazed at how much my cholesterol and blood pressure have lowered The health walks are just great Excellent leaders and good routes

Your next step….. 1.Pick up a leaflet in the waiting room or from your GP 2. Choose a Watford & Three Rivers Health Walk 3. Just turn up! Website: Tel: Why not follow us on or on