Hertfordshire Health Walks - South Oxhey - 1st Steps / Grade 1

Overview

This is walk, 20 - 30 minutes, flat and even ground, gentle hill, gentle pace, no stiles, regular stopping places. It is a gentle walk for beginners and ideal for people who are returning to physical activity after injury or illness or who haven't been active in a while. It is suitable for wheel chair users and buggy users. If this is your first Health Walk, please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start so you can listen to a pre walk briefing. You don't need any special equipment but be sure to dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes and bring a bottle of water. Talking with each other is an important part of our Health Walk, so we’ll try to stick to a pace that makes this possible. A brisk pace is our aim – walking as if we are late for an appointment. Children are welcome, however under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult and must also be registered as a health walker. Grade 1 - 30 minutes, about 1.5 miles, gentle hills, no stiles Grade 2 - 45 minutes, about 2 miles, moderate hills, faster pace, possible stiles Grade 3 - 1 hour, about 3 miles, moderate hills, faster pace and possible stiles Grade 4 - Up to 90 minutes, about 4 - 5 miles, possible steep inclines and stiles Grade 4+ - Longer than 90 minutes, about 5 - 6 miles, classified as a progression walk