Walking Group
The walking group is a popular and very friendly group. Walks generally take place on Wednesdays and/or Thursdays and will often end with a pub lunch
To become a walking group member and receive details of our walks then you must register with Andrew our group leader using the contact form below or via the contact details in our u3a newsletter.
In accordance with our constitution, each group must be largely self funded, therefore a walking group subscription of £2.50 per annum is payable on 1st September in every year or when joining the Group, if later. This is in addition to the normal membership fee. Note no charge is made for any of our walks.
Payment Details
- Account Name: Tewkesbury && District U3A
- Sort Code: 77-68-33
- Account Number: 00770260
- Reference: Walks + yourname
When you have paid, please notify our group leader using the contact form below, or by email (walking@tew… etc.).
The full walking group programme is emailed to group members monthly (or posted, by prior arrangement), a a month in advance, which will include contact details and any specific guidelines for booking on the walk.
- Walks are only open to u3a members.
- You must have paid the additional annual £2.50 subscription
- You must book in advance with the walk leader, to ensure manageable numbers.
Walks are graded to give you some idea of what to expect
- Stroll: A short walk at an easy pace with frequent stops. Warning us given about inclines and difficulties.
- Easy:: Undemanding and mainly level with occasional gentle ascents or descents. There may be a few stiles.
- Moderate: Soe uphill/downhill stretches “uneven walking” several stiles.
- Energetic: Some longer steep hills and rough ground – may be many stiles. (Cargo nets, rivers to cross, zip lines .. only kidding c.p.)
We are affiliated to the Ramblers Association and the membership card may be used to obtain a discount on walking gear at some outlets. Please contact the group leader if you need a card.
All walkers are covered by U3A third party liability insurance even in the case of negligence, although it is a assumed that all will conduct themselves with common sense. (looking at you here Steve …)
More Information for walkers click here
Guidance on how to organise and lead a walk click here.
Click here for up coming walks.
Click here for previous walks.
Bookings for Walking Group Christmas Lunch Bookings are now closed.
a walking group meeting and why we need the exercise 🙂