Walk together. Talk together. Feel better.
Welcome to WalkNTalk Women CIC
We're a friendly women's walking and social community in Colchester and the surrounding areas, bringing women together through walking, conversation, friendship and shared activities.
Whether you're looking to get a little more active, meet new people, improve your wellbeing or simply enjoy some company, there's a place for you here.
Come along on your own or with a friend. You don't need to be fit, know anyone or book in advance for our regular walks. Just choose a walk that suits you and turn up.
A little fresh air, good conversation and friendly faces can make a big difference.
Find Your Walk
Ready to join us?
All our regular walks are for women aged 18 and over. There's no need to book — simply choose a walk, check the latest information and come along!
We ask for a £2 contribution towards the running costs of WalkNTalk Women CIC. Membership options are also available.
Please check our live calendar before travelling, as walks may occasionally be changed or cancelled due to weather, volunteer availability or other circumstances.
We're looking forward to welcoming you!
More Than Just Walking
Choose a day to see where we meet, how far we walk and what to expect.
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Time: 9.30am–11am
Distance: Approximately 2.6 miles (4.2 km)
Meeting point: London Road Car Park, Lexden, Colchester, CO3 4DE
What3words: ///pigs.press.flames
Parking: Free for up to 3 hours. You must enter your vehicle registration at the machine and obtain a ticket.
About this walk:
Join us for a friendly morning walk around Lexden, taking in Lexden Earthworks and Bluebottle Grove. A lovely route through woodland and green spaces, with plenty of opportunity to chat along the way.
Cost: £2 per walk. No booking required.
View the route: https://footpathapp.com/routes/lexden-road-sanders-drive-loop/77EBCE91-6B27-4B3F-B26D-7E31D45AE8D4?s=713833
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Time: 10.30am–11.30am
Distance: Approximately 1.6 miles (2.6 km)
Meeting point: Prettygate Road, by Bluebottle Grove, Lexden, Colchester, CO3 4DZ
What3words: ///rail.units.draw
Parking: On-street parking is available. Please park responsibly and avoid blocking residents' driveways.
About this walk:
Our Tuesday morning walk is one of our shorter, slower-paced walks, taking us around the lovely Bluebottle Grove area. An ideal option if you prefer a gentler stroll or are building your walking confidence.
Cost: £2 per walk. No booking required.
View the route: https://footpathapp.com/routes/tuesday-morning-walk/6B83F165-24D5-4564-871C-4298C33B50A1?s=713830
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Our Tuesday evening walk is currently paused while we train a new volunteer walk leader, we hope to have the walk back up and running very soon.
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Please check back as we don’t currently have any walks on Wednesdays. We do however meet for coffee at 3pm at The Live & Let Live in Millers Lane, Stanway.
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Time: 10am–11am
Distance: Approximately 2 miles (3.2 km)
Meeting point: Visitor Centre, High Woods Country Park, Colchester, CO4 5JR
What3words: ///master.radio.bound
Parking: Visitor Centre car park. Our existing website lists parking at £1.40 for two hours; please check current charges before visiting.
About this walk:
Explore the beautiful woodland, open spaces and pathways of High Woods Country Park. Our routes vary from week to week, so there's always something different to discover.
Some paths are uneven or hilly, so please bear this in mind when choosing your walk.
Dogs: Well-behaved dogs are welcome.
Cost: £2 per walk. No booking required.
View a typical route: https://footpathapp.com/routes/high-woods-walk/77941248-E767-4881-839E-8B8CFC1988D9?s=713846
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Time: 10am–11.30am
Distance: Approximately 3.5 miles (5.6 km)
Meeting point: Sainsbury's car park, Stanway, Colchester, near the zebra crossing by the former Click & Collect area.
What3words: ///newsstand.warriors.shells
Parking: Sainsbury's customer car park. Our existing website states that parking is free for up to four hours when shopping in store. Please check the current parking conditions.
About this walk:
Our Friday walk takes us from Stanway towards Iron Latch Woods and back. This is one of our longer regular walks, combining local paths and woodland surroundings.
A great option for those who enjoy a little more distance while chatting and enjoying the outdoors.
Cost: £2 per walk. No booking required.
View the route: https://footpathapp.com/routes/friday-iron-latch-woods/C0AACE60-182C-4C56-8E53-C1EDDBCA4304?s=713829
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Time: 10am–11am
Distance: Approximately 1.8 miles (2.9 km)
Meeting point: Kiln Lane Car Park, Manningtree, Essex, CO11 1HQ
What3words: ///bound.founding.utter
Parking: Kiln Lane Car Park, with on-street parking opposite where permitted.
About this walk:
Join us for a shorter, slower-paced Saturday morning walk around the beautiful Manningtree area. A relaxed and friendly stroll with lovely surroundings and plenty of opportunities for conversation.
Perfect for women who prefer a gentler walk.
Cost: £2 per walk. No booking required.
View the route: https://footpathapp.com/routes/the-walls-loop/56C382F3-46F4-49F4-BEA9-201B7D4DC4DD?s=713836
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Time: 11am–12.15pm
Distance: Approximately 2.4 miles (3.9 km)
Meeting point: Castle Footbridge, Castle Park, Colchester, CO1 1TJ
What3words: ///arrow.tolls.hips
Parking: Various public car parks are available around Colchester city centre. Please check current charges and restrictions.
About this walk:
Join us on Sunday mornings for a walk through the beautiful Castle Park and up towards Hilly Fields. Enjoy a mixture of parkland, open spaces and lovely views while catching up with other women.
The route includes some hills, so please bear this in mind when deciding whether it's suitable for you.
Cost: £2 per walk. No booking required.
View the route: https://footpathapp.com/routes/sunday-morning/78A95605-398C-4545-8A67-1E94334F92D9?s=713835
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