
HOPE - Wellness Walk
Fri 27 Mar
|Silk Mills Park & Ride
Join us for a 'HOPE' walk, a wellness walk run by one of our volunteer walk leaders, Jackie.


Time & Location
27 Mar 2026, 10:00 – 15:00
Silk Mills Park & Ride, Taunton, TA15AA
About the event
This 7km walk is from a central location and will visit some nature spots around the county town of Taunton, before stopping for refreshments and a chance to relax in good company.
For those seeking wellness and wellbeing in their month, this is the walk for you. A walk and talk group, reaching out to those that have experienced bereavement, illness, loneliness or mental health. Equally its open to those that may want to come along to support others.
What to wear/bring:
Please check the weather forecast for the day and come equipped for all that an English early spring day can bring. Suitable footwear, warm clothing, a hat and rain coat/trousers if needed. Please also bring a snack and a drink if required for the duration of the walk.
Please also see https://www.quantockhills.com/attending-an-event
Terrain:
The walk will be approximately 7km (4.5 miles).
Safety:
Participants are responsible for their own health and safety in preparation and taking part in the event. If you are unsure, please contact our Community Engagement & Volunteering Officer Jon direct at jonathan.barrett@somerset.gov.uk.
Participants are responsible for assessing their own risk, the safety of themselves and the suitability of any equipment used during the walk.
Any medical conditions that may affect the participants during the walk should be notified to the walk leader prior to the start of the walk.
Please meet in the car park at the Taunton Park & Ride:
Grid Reference: ST208255 (Grid Reference Finder | OS Map)
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There is no charge for this walk but spaces are limited and tickets must be booked via our website in advance.
Well behaved dogs welcome on a lead.

