Creative Wellbeing Walks (Kirklees)
Beaumont Park, Huddersfield, Meltham Road, Huddersfield, HD4 7BQ (meet at the sign next to the lodge at the entrance to the park)
Mirfield to Whitley route, Hagg lane, Mirfield, WF14 8QG
Oakwell Hall Country Park, Birstall, Nova Lane, Birstall, WF17 9LG (meet at visitor centre next to main car park on Warrens Lane)
Slaithwaite Canal Walk, Carr Lane, Slaithwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5AG. (car park opposite the Co-Op)
Wellbeing tools
Come along and join friendly facilitators, Jess & Mick as we head out and enjoy the great outdoors for a walk in beautiful tranquil settings across Kirklees. Supported by Creative Minds, these sessions will also provide the opportunity to try some creative activities during the walks including, arts and crafts, photography and creative writing. So, please join us on this wellbeing adventure and learn some new ways to give your mood a boost.
There will be four walks in different locations across Kirklees over consecutive weeks, you can book on as many (or as few) as you like! The venues of the walks are given below, with some further details to note for each walk.
9th May, Beaumont Park, Huddersfield: There are steep climbs on this route.
Activity: Creative art map based around the route.
16th May, Mirfield: There are steep climbs on this route. There are no toilets on this route.
Activity: Photography and nature mandala making.
23rd of May, Oakwell Hall Country Park, Birstall: There are steep climbs on this route.
Activity: Music making or poetry writing (to be decided by the group on the day).
30th of May, Slaithwaite: There are no toilets on this route.
Activity: God’s Eye making and poetry writing.
Please note that there are some steep climbs on the first three walks. The Slaithwaite walk is more gentle in nature. All the walks will include breaks for creative activities and there is free parking near to all the starting points. Please bring a packed lunch and wear appropriate clothing and footwear according to the weather. Tea and coffee will be provided.
If you have already enrolled previously with the College, please express your interest for this course by emailing us at: ckrecovery.wellbeing@swyt.nhs.uk
If you are new to the College please enrol here.
To read about a previous learners experience on these Creative Wellbeing Walks click here: Wellbeing Walks: a beacon of hope – Calderdale and Kirklees Recovery College (calderdalekirkleesrc.nhs.uk)
"The Calderdale and Kirklees Recovery College creative wellbeing walks offer more than just a stroll through scenic paths; they provide a lifeline for those grappling with mental health issues. As someone who was thrust into the isolating world of working from home and subsequently diagnosed with depression, these walks became a pivotal part of my healing journey."
A previous learner
Cost
Free
At Beaumont Park, Huddersfield
Start dates and time
| Term | Day | Date | Times | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term | Thursday | 9 May 2024 | 11.30 am- 2.30 pm | 1 weeks |
Location
At Mirfield to Whitley route
Start dates and time
| Term | Day | Date | Times | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term | Thursday | 16 May 2024 | 11.30 am- 2.30 pm | 1 weeks |
Location
At Oakwell Hall Country Park, Birstall
Start dates and time
| Term | Day | Date | Times | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term | Thursday | 23 May 2024 | 11.30 am- 2.30 pm | 1 weeks |
Location
At Slaithwaite Canal Walk
Start dates and time
| Term | Day | Date | Times | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term | Thursday | 30 May 2024 | 11.30 am- 2.30 pm | 1 weeks |
Location
How do I enrol?
You are not referred to the Recovery College, you can simply enrol yourself, or on behalf of someone for any of our courses that may be of interest to you. Our courses are open to all adults and we welcome carers, supporters and professionals too.
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