West Swindon Parish Council

Being physically and socially active can have a genuine and long lasting impact on our health and wellbeing. Across West Swindon there are many ways that you can enjoy physical activities and group social activities

Adult Fitness Equipment

We have a mix of outdoor adult fitness equipment available for use in Shaw Ridge (SN5 5QB), Mead Park (SN5 8QA) and a new set has recently been installed at Middleleaze (SN5 5TQ)

Fitness and Friendship Club

Newly arranged by Age UK, at Toothill Community Centre, Dunwich Drive, Toothill.

Involves seated and standing exercise, gentle tai chi, indoor games.

For more information contact: Sally Evans - 07754 612569

Cycling In Swindon

http://www.swindontravelchoices.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/New-2017-Swindon-Cycle-Map-1.pdf

http://www.swindonweb.com/index.asp?m=11&s=1456&ss=1464

Swindon Flyers Bicycle Routes:

http://www.swindontravelchoices.co.uk/about-us/swindon-flyers/

The West Swindon Rounds Cycle Map:

http://www.swindontravelchoices.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/GettingAround_WEST-SWINDON-ROUND.pdf

Walking

Walking is an easy way to achieve the NHS recommended 10,000 steps a day - the beauty of walking is that you can do it at your own pace, in your own time, without needing specialist equipment. If you are unsure about your fitness, talk to your Doctor or local nurse for advice first.

5 benefits of walking -

• helps you lose weight
• good exercise
• lifts your mood
• you get stronger
• it’s enjoyable

Walking Routes Maps:

These routes are circular so you can start at whatever point suits you - if you're feeling adventurous, why not join two routes together.

Shaw - Shaw Walking Map

Freshbrook and Grange Park - Freshbrook Walking Map

Shaw and Rivermead - Shaw & Rivermead Walking Map

Eastleaze - Eastleaze Walking Map

Mannington and River Ray - Mannington & River Ray Map

Shaw Ridge and West Swindon Centre - Shaw Ridge & West Swindon Centre Map

Shaw (longer) - Shaw Long Route Map

Walking groups - Weekly Walks

There are weekly walking groups in West Swindon. For more information visit

http://www.swindontravelchoices.co.uk/walk/

Litter picking

Many of our volunteer litter pickers choose a walking route that suits them and keep themselves fit and active whilst making a big difference to local neighbourhoods. If you'd like to know more about local litter picking, please contact the Parish Office.