Bluebells are back in the woods and the Nordic Walkers of Ver Valley are have also returned in the wake of lockdown restrictions easing.

The Ver Valley group offers a range of walks to suit different abilities ranging from gentle, well-being walks and
moderate exercise to strenuous workouts.

Sharon Walsh, head of the Ver Valley Group, said: “As Nordic walkers, we are so pleased to see our regular members again but also to welcome new people who wish to join our walks and explore the local countryside.”

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Alison Lumley joined the walks after cancer diagnosis and treatment left her with ongoing fatigue and lymphoedema: “A nurse recommended Nordic walking so I have her to thank for taking up what I expect to be a lifelong hobby.

"It’s been fantastic for my physical and my mental health - brilliant exercise for the whole body as well as a social outing in lovely surroundings. I love it !”

Go to https://walxvervalley.co.uk/all-walx/ for information on these walks and how to sign up to a Power Of Poles workshop to learn to Nordic walk. WALX Ver Valley Walks and classes observe Covid government guidelines.