Strolls With Poles

Wallington Hall

13th July 2025

First time at Wallington Hall and first time with ‘Strolls with poles’ really enjoyed my first experience of Nordic Walking today, it takes a bit of getting used too but I think by the end of the walk I was managing much better. Wallington hall was a great place for this first walk of mine but hopefully it won’t be the last. The weather was perfect for a walk which did make all the difference, in short a great day out and I can feel my shoulders and legs hurting so I must have done something right, thank you Julie.

Lynda

5 stars

2nd June 2025

I have been joining Strolls with Poles for some years now when visiting Northumberland, which is quite often. The walks are always well organised, the locations excellent in the stunning scenery and with always a lovely cafe at the end. Julie and Martin have lots of knowledge about Nordic walking, the area and are excellent guides. I can thoroughly recommend joining them for a walk.

Ann W

Grasmere 10km Nordic walk

31st May 2025

Thanks very much for supporting Mary Brennan on the Grasmere Gallop Nordic walk. Lovely time had by all. And a great bunch of folk. All the best, hope to see you soon

Mary R

Great lesson in Nordic walking

4th November 2024

This morning, my daughter and I took part in an introduction to Nordic walking with Julie. We had a fabulous day, Julie was great fun and a good teacher, can’t wait to join in with some walks. We also borrowed some poles to practice with which was so generous of them -this is a lovely way to get out and enjoy the countryside whilst hopefully improving your fitness

Karen

Great introductory lesson to Nordic walking.

9th October 2024

I attended the session at Wallington run by Julie and Martin..

My mobility has deteriorated due to a health condition and I’m always looking for ways to keep active in the outdoors.

They both have an enthusiastic passion for Nordic walking and are great ambassadors for the activity.

I really enjoyed the session which was informative, instructive and fun .

I even came away with 2 sets of borrowed poles to try out in my own time.

Many thanks Julie and Martin.

Joe A

See all of our reviews in Testimonials.

Welcome to the home of Strolls With Poles!  Walking for fun as well as for fitness.

Our walk leader, Julie, is a fully qualified Nordic Walking Instructor, hence the poles.

Please browse our programme of planned Nordic walks and contact Julie if you would like more information.

Strolls with Poles – Nordic Walking for Fun and Fitness

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What is Nordic Walking?

We are often asked “What is Nordic Walking?”

Nordic Walking uses specially designed poles to enhance your natural walking style.  It uses a technique that is similar to the upper body action of cross country skiing.  Indeed this is where Nordic Walking stems from.

Nordic Walking becomes a whole body exercise which can be enjoyed by everyone, no matter what your age and fitness level.  From the gentler walking for health to the more athletic Nordic running.

More than 10 million people in over 40 countries around the world enjoy this outdoor activity all year round.

How will Nordic Walking benefit me and my body?

Nordic Walking poles share the effort between your upper and lower body and combine the simplicity and accessibility of walking to create a full body low impact workout.

The benefits of Nordic Walking are:

  • it can release tension in your neck and shoulders
  • it will improve your posture and gait
  • you can strengthen your back and abdominal muscles
  • it can tone problem areas such as the upper arms (bingo wings) and abdominal muscles
  • it reduces the impact on your joints
  • It can be very effective for people with mobility issues or those recovering from illness or injury
  • you can burn from 20% up to 46% more calories compared to walking without Nordic Walking poles
  • it actually feels easier than normal walking, particularly uphill because the effort is shared between the upper and lower body

Because Nordic Walking doesn’t feel like hard work
you will be happy to walk further and for longer.

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Who are Strolls With Poles?

If you enjoy a stroll, especially using Nordic Walking poles, then Strolls With Poles is for you.  Take a look around the website to learn more about us.

We specialise in enjoying fun, relaxing and friendly walks in a variety of beautiful locations in the North East of England.  We sometimes even venture further afield, taking part in challenge walks and away days.

As a reward we always end (sometimes during) our walks enjoying tea and cakes, in local tea rooms and cafes.

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