Walkabout Flintshire

The trained walk leaders wearing high visibility vests, who also hold a Heart Start resuscitation qualification, will ask you to complete a short health screen questionnaire which will advise walk leaders on any health issues that they may need to be aware of. Walkers are asked to bring any relevant medication with them and have them on their person throughout the walk e.g. inhaler, gtn spray, sugary drink, medication etc. If you would like to download the health screen questionnaire and bring it to your first walk to save time, please click icon at bottom of the page.

What should I wear?

For each walk, we recommend sturdy, sensible flat shoes or walking boots. In the summer months, it may be tempting to wear flip flops or mules. However with group walks and the potential of glass, sticks and stones being kicked forward by other walkers, your feet maybe at risk. Therefore we recommend covering the foot with a shoe or trainer.

It is also recommended to have a waterproof coat with you, even in the summer!

If you are going on a long walk, it is also useful to bring water and some light snacks and even some loose change for tea's and coffees at the end of the walk.  

Can I bring a dog?

Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome to join the walks (unless stated on the walk descriptions). Owners must take responsibility for their own dogs including their behaviour and fouling, and getting them over any stiles.Due to incidents reported in the press, fields with cows and calves may become dangerous to walk in with dogs. You will be advised by the walk leaders whether this is the case during the summer months when calving takes place. If in doubt, attend your first walk without your dog and ask the walk leader about the suitability of bringing your pet.

Can I bring children with me?

Yes you can, there are some Introductory and A grade walks that are suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs and younger children to walk on. Children aged 10 years and under must be accompanied by their parent or guardian whilst children aged between 10 - 14 years old, can be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years and under. Children aged 14 years and above do not require adult supervision to attend the walks. 

What happens when it rains?

The walks will still go ahead unless the weather is so severe that the walkers will be placed in danger. The walk leaders will be there at the start of the walk to advise walkers whether or not the walk will take place. In winter, please wrap up warm with hats, scarfs and gloves to make your walking experience more enjoyable.

Updated 3.1.2011