Walk and Talk – Peer Support Walks for Carers
Our friendly support worker leads group walks offering a listening ear and providing support in your caring role.
About the service
Want to improve your health and well-being? Want to enjoy a walk with other carers? Want to get useful information and advice about the support available to you? Walk and Talk is for you.
Good for carers and those you care for
Why not join us for an easy walk around a local green area? You will get a chance to enjoy being outdoors in the company of other carers.
One of our friendly support workers will lead the walk, offer a listening ear and provide information to support you in your caring role.
Designed with carers in mind
The groups will meet over six weeks and take place in a local green space. There is a mixture of groups:
- for carers on your own
- for you and those you care for
- age-specific, for example, if you are a young adult carer
All carers are welcome, we aim to make the walks as inclusive as possible. Whatever your background, whatever your walking ability, come and join us and your fellow carers on a Walk and Talk. It is free to take part, all we need is your company.
“I feel so isolated as a carer, so it is fantastic to be out chatting with other people who understand what it’s like.”
Upcoming walks for carers
Here are our current weekly walks, which continue for six sessions.
For carers and their dependants
Alveston and the surrounding areas
Thursday 4th September 2025
Thursday 11th September 2025
Thursday 18th September 2025
Thursday 25th September 2025
Thursday 2nd October 2025
Thursday 9th October 2025
11.00 to 12.30 p.m.
This friendly outdoor group offers carers and the people they care for a gentle way to enjoy nature, connect with others, and chat with a Carers Support Officer. We’ll tailor the walk to suit everyone’s needs—whether that means planning for mobility aids, including regular bench rests, or ensuring access to nearby accessible toilets. It’s a relaxed and welcoming space where everyone can feel comfortable and supported.
For Chinese carers/為華人照顧者/为华人照护者
Eastville Park
Monday 15th September 2025
Monday 22nd September 2025
Monday 29th September 2025
Monday 6th October 2025
Monday 13th October 2025
Monday 20th October 2025
11.00 to 12.30 p.m.
If you're a Chinese carer looking after a loved one, our Walk and Talks for Carers sessions are here to support you in a warm, welcoming environment. These gentle walks offer companionship, a chance to connect with nature, and someone who truly listens. We understand that language can be a barrier, so Cantonese and Mandarin interpreters are available at every session to ensure you feel fully included and understood. Whether you're new to caring or have been doing it for years, you're not alone—support is here, in your language and your community.
Chipping Sodbury Independent Walk and Talk Group: building connections and community
We caught up with one of our Walk and Talk groups, who strode forward on their own to share a story of resilience, friendship, and the transformative power of walking together.
Young Adult Carers Walk and Talk Group (18-25 years)
Being a young adult carer can sometimes feel isolating, but you’re not alone.
Looking for a break from your caring role? Our new Walk and Talk group is designed just for young adult carers (18–25), with a new approach! It’s a chance to meet others who understand, enjoy some fresh air, and take time for yourself in a relaxed, supportive setting. Whether you're up for a chat or just want a change of scenery, you're warmly welcome.
What’s different about this group?
We know young adult carers have unique needs, so this group offers:
✅ Three one-to-one sessions – Talk about the support you need
✅ Three group sessions – Meet and connect with others
✅ Free refreshments & food after each session
Since this is a brand-new service, we’d love your input!
Prefer a different format? Let us know! We’re always open to feedback and keen to shape this service around what works best for you.
Please share your thoughts by completing this poll https://forms.office.com/e/Fs5HK1jbYi
Get in touch to find out more or sign up!
Session details
Meet fortnightly - first session date is Tuesday, 20 May
TBD
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
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Frequently asked questions
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