Walking is one of the easiest and most convenient ways to get fit and stay healthy. Islington Walks give local residents the opportunity to walk regularly in a relaxed and friendly environment, enjoying the great outdoors.
Getting fit and staying healthy is about looking after your body and mind - walking is the ideal way to do this! Regular walking can reduce your chances of developing some serious illnesses, including diabetes. It can help you lose weight and is a great way to combat stress and anxiety. Additionally, walking regularly at a brisk pace can reduce your risk of developing heart disease and lower high blood pressure. Importantly, walking at any pace will increase your chances of feeling happy and calm!
Islington Walks invite you to join them, regardless of your age or fitness level. The walks are relatively gentle and last for approximately 1 hour. They are free of charge and led by a team of trained, volunteer walk leaders. Participants are advised to arrive 10 minutes prior to the start time and to wear comfortable shoes. Any participants with health concerns should consult their GP before coming on their first walk.
For changes/updates on any of these walks please contact Ben Harding on 020 7689 9846 or email ben.harding@aquaterra.org
Caledonian Canal Walk
When: Every Monday
Time: 10am to 11am
Meet: Outside Jean Stokes Hall (near Islington Children’s Centre), Carnoustie Drive, Bemerton Estate, N1 0DX
Bus: 17, 91, 259, 274
Archway Amble
When: Every Thursday
Time: 11am to 12.15pm
Meet: Archway Leisure Centre reception area, MacDonald Road, N19
Bus: C11, W5, 4, 10, 17, 41, 134,135, 143, 210, 263, 271
EC1 and Beyond
Walk 1 of each month is local to the EC1 area. Allow one hour. Walk 2 of each month is in various parts of London. Allow two hours.
When: Second and fourth Thursday of each month
Time: 11am
Meet: St Luke’s Centre,
90 Central Street, EC1V
Bus: 4, 55, 56, 153, 243
Other parts of Islington Council website also have information about walking. Walks in Islington gives information about where to walk in the borough and contains maps. Walking has similar information. Canonbury Walking Group offers walks mostly for people aged over 55.
At Walk4Life you can create walks, find out walks in your area, track how far you have walked and measure your fitness levels.
Two main London walks go through Islington: the Capital Ring and the Jubilee Greenway.
Page Last Updated: 05 December 2011