This is the fourth of our Looking Back posts and this time we will be looking back on Swainby to Osmotherley. A walk that was great mainly because it was a fabulous day, warm and sunny, and the views over North Yorkshire were spectacular.
We had checked out this walk in the autumn of 2017. For some reason we only got one photo of the whole walk. What we did get though was a huge amount of blackberries and some wild raspberries.
This is the third of our Looking Back posts. This time we are looking back at a walk that had ponies and a prize winning photo, Ford Village and Ford Moss.
When we first checked out this walk, we couldn’t find Routin Lynn, the waterfall close to Ford Moss. We weren’t far from it though, as we found when we did the walk this time.
This is the second of our Looking Back posts. This time we are looking back at another one of our popular walks, Coldingham and St Abbs.
We knew when we checked this walk out that it was a good one. The scenery is not just good but spectacular. This walk is the only one we’ve done that is wholly in Scotland, just. Despite being farther away than the other walks, it is well worth it the journey.
Whilst the key workers (including Julie) are all keeping things going, the rest of us will be either self isolating or just staying home and social distancing, like we’re told. Those over 70 and with underlying health conditions have been asked to stay indoors for 12 weeks. This is likely to be challenging, especially for those of us who are used to getting outdoors. The advice to help cope with social distancing appears to be based around 10 steps.
Establish a daily routine
Balance your weekly routine
Think about which regular activities are most important to you
Set daily goals
Identify the triggers that make you feel low
Talk with family, friends and neighbours
Take care of yourself
Avoid staying still for too long
Have a good sleep routine
Keep in touch – you can contact us at any time.
How can I do this, I hear you you say. Well we’ve put together a bunch of links to resources that can help. Thanks to Julie’s colleagues who have given us permission to share. See below.
The activity pack especially looks great. I’ve tried the “Cake in a mug” recipe already and it’s not bad. I like chocolate pudding a little sweeter and more chocolatey, so more sugar and cocoa next time. I recommend a very big mug.
If we get any more useful information we’ll add it to the this post.
This is the first of the posts where we will look back on some of our walks. In this one we are looking back on Warkworth to Amble. Maybe it’ll help you remember and think about the next time you can get out. Hopefully soon.
Warkworth to Amble was the first walk that we did as Strolls With Poles and it was a very good one. There were a lot of you on this one and this definitely helped to make it one of the best.
While we can’t get out, we thought we could look back on some of the days out we’ve had and look forward to doing it again soon. Hopefully it will at least fill in a few minutes and help us encourage a positive feeling about the future.
We can’t figure out exactly how many walks we’ve been out on but it’s been a lot. Well over 150 now we think. So, plenty to choose from and we have plenty of photos too, which we will be including in the posts.
If you have any particular requests then just let us know and we will try to accommodate it. We are sure you all have your favourites.
The first walk we are choosing is the first one as Strolls With Poles. This was Warkworth to Amble on the 6th January 2018. This was a lovely day out and had the characteristic change of plan half way through.
The second walk we are looking back on is Coldingham and St Abbs April 2018. This was our only walk wholly in Scotland and it was a popular one.
We will try to put one out every few days. So, while we can’t get out, keep an eye out for new posts as they appear. We hope that you enjoy them.
Julie and Martin
If you fancy planning a walk while you’re staying in, try looking here for tips and tools.
This is an update to our previous post regarding the current situation.
All British Nordic Walking affiliated walking organisations have been asked to consider suspending group classes. Also, given the current heightened level of precautions, that we are all being asked to take, to reduce the impact of Coronavirus we have taken the difficult decision to suspend our walks until further notice. We will continue to keep abreast of the situation and will aim to reinstate our walks as soon as possible.
In the meantime, we would love to hear what you are doing to get out of the house and enjoy the outdoors. If you can take a photo especially with your poles we’d love to see them. We are sure that everyone will be keen to see you all still getting out.
Thank you for your continued support, stay safe and hopefully see you soon.
Owing to the current situation with Coronavirus and CoViD19 and the guidance issued by the Government, National Trust has decided to close its houses, shops and cafes. We entirely understand and support this decision. However, as we run training sessions and walks at this property, it will impact these.
Unfortunately, we need to cancel the following training sessions and walks at NT Wallington.
With the Coronavirus and the associated disease COVID19 at the front of everyones mind, you might be asking if Strolls with Poles are still going ahead with our walks. The advice from government is to practice social distancing, after all.
Nevertheless, getting outdoors can have huge benefits, both physically and mentally. Walking outdoors is encouraged in the current guidance, as long as you can keep a short distance from other people.
So, we will be continuing with our walk schedule for the time being. However, we will encourage everyone to take measures like handwashing and using hand sanitiser, as well as reducing contact with each other.
Obviously, if you think you have symptoms, please follow the current advice.
It is likely that the advice will change on a daily basis for the foreseeable future. We will continue to listen to advice and adapt what we do.
Strolls With Poles Community
As anyone that has walked with us before will know, we are a friendly bunch. As a result, we have walking friends all over the region, many of whom are happy to help if required. So, if you’re isolating or just plain bored of it all, please do ask and we’ll try to arrange something.
Temporary changes to cancellation policy
Until further notice, if you have made a booking and decide to cancel for reasons associated with coronavirus or COVID19, please contact us to request a credit or refund.
