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Category: Walk blog

Posted on 7th August 20197th August 2019

Learn to Nordic Walk at Wallington – 7th July 2019

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The compulsory group shot on the stepping stones

As usual, we had a great time teaching another group of lovely people to Learn to Nordic Walk at Wallington. Everyone arrived early, keen to get on with the training.

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Posted on 5th July 20195th July 2019

Tunstall Reservoir – 30th June 2019

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The start for Tunstall Reservoir is in Wolsingham. So, we arrived early, only to find Sharon was there already. Along with Sharon, we welcomed several others back.

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Posted on 1st July 201914th July 2025

Pilgrim’s Causeway – 23rd June 2019

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The Pilgrim’s Causeway is a bit special for everyone who does it and it’s always popular. For some it is a spiritual walk, for others it’s just fun. Regardless, people are never disappointed.

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Posted on 13th June 201912th June 2019

Learn to Nordic Walk at Wallington – 9th June 2019

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Stepping stones

This was our fifth Learn to Nordic Walk session at Wallington. As usual, we all met up in the Visitors Centre and started from there. Paperwork was completed and poles measured and handed out, we set off for the courtyard.

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Posted on 12th June 201915th June 2019

Morpeth to Bothal Walk – 8th June 2019

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We were wondering whether or not the Morpeth to Bothal walk would go ahead. It had been a very wet night and some were doubtful about the weather conditions for the walk. However, the Met Office forecast said that the rain would ease. So, it was on.

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Posted on 6th June 20196th June 2019

Grasmere Gallop – 1st June 2019

Grasmere Gallop 2019 was the third Grasmere Gallop for several of us and we were looking forward to it. Most of us had come over to the Lakes on Friday, so that we could get a good nights rest and be fresh for the morning.

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Posted on 4th June 20193rd June 2019

Nordic Walking at Clara Vale – 26th May 2019

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The Clara Vale Group

Clara Vale is a small village close to Crawcrook.  It used to be a pit village but the coal mine was demolished long ago. However, the community is still thriving. This is the second Nordic Walking training session that we have taught here, at Clara Vale Village Hall.

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Posted on 3rd June 201915th June 2019

Crammel Linn Walk – 25th May 2019

We arrived in Gilsland bright and early, ready for the Crammel Linn walk. First things first, Julie, Martin and Anne went directly to the House of Meg cafe for breakfast. The bacon sandwich was excellent and perfect fuel for a walk.

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Posted on 2nd June 20193rd June 2019

Happy Valley – 18th May 2019

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The group shot

Here we were at the Carey Burn Bridge. The start of the Happy Valley Walk. We were welcoming Matt and Garry on their first Strolls With Poles walk, after attending a training session, at Wallington recently. It was also great to see Ally again.

Continue reading “Happy Valley – 18th May 2019”
Posted on 29th May 20193rd June 2019

Learn to Nordic Walk at Wallington – 12th May 2019

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Our fourth training session at Wallington.  Julie took the training. We started in the Visitors Centre, as usual, by introducing Strolls with Poles and Nordic Walking in general.

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My first lesson learning Nordic Walking

30th October 2026

Julie, the trainer was very encouraging and reassuring as I took my first lesson. She gave me lots of helpful advice, but I struggled to coordinate my actions – which is typical for me. I have not been put off and will be attending further sessions to get more teaching and practice. The other walkers were also helpful and supportive. Final social 30 minutes at the cafe were also appreciated.

Tracey H

Learning a new skill (not bad at 76): how to use Nordic walking poles correctly..... meeting new folk..... connection.....friendship

10th October 2026

I was introduced to Nordic walking as part of a group who have prostate issues, where there has been medical intervention. We were invited onto this 8 week program to learn how to use Nordic poles correctly. We’re also discovering the physical advantages associated with Nordic Walking. On top of all that…… meeting new folk, sharing stories, friendships can be formed.

Julie, Martin and her staff are wonderful people, who make it seem so easy. Last but certainly not least……we have fun‼️‼️‼️

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Wallington Walk

16th September 2026

I had a splendid time walking at Wallington with Julie and Martin on Sunday. If you want to give Nordic Walking a go I would recommend Strolls with Poles!

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Strolls With Poles was set up towards the end of 2017 by Julie Barnett.

Julie has been a fully qualified Nordic Walking Instructor and guide since 2012  but has been Nordic walking since 2005.  She has a vast amount of knowledge and experience.

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Strolls With Poles was set up towards the end of 2017 by Julie Barnett.

Julie has been a fully qualified Nordic Walking Instructor and guide since 2012 but has been Nordic walking since 2005.  She has a vast amount of knowledge and experience.

She is passionate about the benefits of walking in general, but especially about the unique advantages of Nordic Walking. Julie has a special interest in Nordic Walking for people with long term health conditions, particularly Parkinson’s.

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