Our Work in Action

Some of our work from across the UK...

Feeling healthier and happier with WOW - the walk to school challenge

How pupils at Ysgol Rhostyllen in Wrexham are enjoying the benefits of walking to school thanks to support from the Welsh Government.  

Croydon Group: Making public spaces welcoming for young people

In collaboration with Stanley Arts, Croydon Living Streets Group has been running Our Voice Our Streets workshops, developing a Community Playbook.

South London Somali Men's Group: Stories of resilience and nostalgia

How we are working with South London Somali Men's Group to bring members of many communities together with a shared purpose. 

'Walking does us the world of good' – Hywel's story

Hywel tells us how our Walking Friends Wales walk leader training has helped him and his local community.

The Magic of Walking at Scottish parliament

During Walk to School Week (20-24 May 2024) our Scotland team carried the message of the importance of everyday walking straight to Parliament.

Sheffield Environment Movement: What nature tells us about air pollution

How we are working with Sheffield Environmental Movement to better understand the issues they face and support them to call for local change. 

Dagenham over 65s: walking as a shared purpose

Our Youth Campaign officer, Ladajah Wilson, explains how the Dagenham Over 65s Group promotes social engagement and physical activity among older people.

Giving students a voice

Our Youth Campaign Officer, Ladajah Wilson, writes about her visit to the University of Exeter where she talked to students about their experiences of walking. 

Out & About in Cumbernauld - Robert's Story

Robert shares his story about how he felt empowered to make changes to his local wheeling environment.