Walk & Talk events are an opportunity for local men to socialise and do something positive for their physical and mental health.

Walk and Talk - Rushmere Country Park - Mens Walking Community

Our "Walk & Talk" sessions run on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. The walk on the 1st Sunday of the month, will usually meet outside the Black Lion Pub, at the bottom end of Leighton Buzzard High Street, at 9.30am. The session on the 3rd Sunday meets at a variety of locations (these are shared on EventBrite and our Social Media ahead of the Walk)

This walk will meet in the main car park at Rushmere Country Park, outside the "Tree Tops Cafe" and Visitor Centre. Please be there by 9.30am. The walk will last about 90 minutes and is graded as Level 2 difficulty - Moderate (suitable for people with an average standard of fitness). It has been graded this way due to the steep climbs at a couple of points and the uneven paths that are used.

Our "Walk & Talk" sessions are available to all men living, working or visiting the Leighton Buzzard area and are always free of charge.

"Walk & Talk" sessions are designed to get you out of the house and into nature. We provide a safe space for men to discuss issues and problems that they are facing without judgement or stigma. Talking about your mental health or talking at all is entirely optional. You can discuss whatever you want or enjoy our beautiful countryside in silence if you prefer!

Our walks usually last for about 90 minutes and the routes vary, but will often take in areas such as the canal, Tiddenfoot Waterpark, Bluebell Woods and so on...

"Walk & Talk for MENtal Health Leighton Buzzard" is not a counselling service, but we do provide peer support and can often signpost people to get additional help and support if required.

Please wear sturdy footwear (such as walking boots) and weather appropriate clothing.

Description supplied by the event organiser.