Heaton Park Social Walk for the Big Walking Weekend | 30th May
Join us in celebrating the Big Walking Weekend with a social walk in Europe's largest municipal park.
As part of the BMC Big Walking Weekend, BMC Staff Member, Piper Cusmano and BMC volunteers will explore Europe's largest municipal park. The pace will be easy, to allow for lots of chat and exploring. The route is well-paved and is therefore perfect for wheelchair users and families with small children. We’re excited to welcome you for a memorable day in the outdoors!
Walk Details
Walk Grading: Easy
Distance: Approx. 4.7 km (3 miles)
Ascent: 100 m (325 ft)
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
If you or anyone in your party can’t attend after booking, please let us know so we can offer the place to others
Meeting Details
Time: Saturday 30th May, 09:45am for a 10:00am start
Location: Entrance Gate across from Heaton Park Tram Stop, Bury Old Road, Prestwich, M25 1JE
OS Grid Ref: SD 82492 03776
Google Map Pin of Start Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/vFmYoFjm69Wn3dNL6
Parking: Pay and display car parks located within the park. There is also free parking available on nearby streets
Please check out the BMC Liftshare service
Facilities: Cafes and toilets are available in the park and shops are available close-by
Public Transport: Bus services and Metrolink services both serve the starting point. Please consider using public transport to help contribute to our environmental responsibilities: https://www.thebmc.co.uk/en/bmc-climate
What to Bring
Please ensure you are well-prepared with appropriate gear
Footwear: Sturdy shoes, trainers or boots with good grip
Clothing: If the forecast is wet, bring a waterproof jacket and consider waterproof trousers and footwear. Hat and gloves for cooler conditions along with a warm jacket
Food and Drink: Cafes are available throughout the park although, if you are bringing your own food and water, this will need to last for 3 hours
Other Essentials: Sun cream is advisable on warmer days
Who Can Attend
Anyone, under 18's must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Well behaved dogs are welcome but must be always kept under close control, please indicate on your booking if you will be bringing a dog
Health Precautions: If you have any health conditions that might impact your participation, please inform us in advance. Carry any required medications, and let the walk leader know if assistance may be needed in accessing them
Covid-19: Please do not attend if you feel unwell or have Covid-19 symptoms
If you are unsure of your ability or would like advice regarding kit and suitability for this walk, please email the leader in advance
BMC Participation Statement
The BMC recognises that climbing, hill walking and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement
Photographs may be taken by the leader for future communications about the programme. If you do not wish for your photograph to be taken please let the leader know in advance or at the start of the walk
By participating in this walk you agree to act in a kind and inclusive manner. Bullying, discrimination or the use of foul language will not be tolerated
Questions
Feel free to contact BMC Hill Walking Lead Josh: josh@thebmc.co.uk
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