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Specialist Walks

Iconic Purbeck Walks Selection of iconic walks around the These iconic walks will give you the best of Purbeck as they visit the top sites and provide the best views. Venturing along the coastal paths and through the unique landscape of Purbeck, the walks will be repeated during the three days, to ensure as many people as possible get to enjoy them. We have included a mix of distances and terrains so there will be something for everybody. You can choose whether to take a longer walk and explore the area or include a few shorter walks in order to get see the whole area on foot. Either way we will be giving a prize for the most miles covered in 3 days! All walks will be lead by qualified instructors or walk leaders and must be booked in advance. You will receive a login and password to be able to book all walks and activities on-line

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Old Harry Loop from Corfe Castle Circular

Bankes Arms and Back - The symbol of Purbeck, Corfe Castle with optional cream tea tends to star in many NWUK photos too! Blown up by Cromwell in the Civil War it The stacks known as Old Harry sits on a mound in between two massive Rocks mark the start of the World chalk ridges surrounded by tiny cottages Heritage site of the . Old that make up the Village used in many film Harry Rocks were created through sets (including Thomas Hardy’s Mayor of thousands of years of erosion by the sea Casterbridge & Bedknobs & Broomsticks). Join us for our favourite circular loops and were originally a part of the chalk ridgeline that runs across the south coast that take in the best views of the Castle and the whole of the Isle of Purbeck. joining up with on the . In Corfe Walk 1 (West Hill Loop) we will climb one of the ridges to look down The chalk ridge was formed approximately 65 million years ago but you can join on the Castle and Village from above plus taking in the delightful Copper Bridge us to walk towards the rocks and look down on them from the cliffs. This walk and views across Poole Harbour. This walk involves a steady but manageable has one steep climb but is otherwise fairly flat and has views across bay climb and no stiles – one area can be muddy in wet weather and the area is and out to the Isle of Wight. predominantly used for livestock grazing so Cattle/Sheep could be encountered. Reward yourself at the end with a Cream Tea specially prepared in the Manor Walk No’s 02 / 55 / 104 | Distance: 3.3 miles | Location: H Farm tearooms for only £4 – optional extra (cream tea not available on all walks). In Corfe Walk 2 (Commoners Way) explores the intriguing Corfe Common and Walk No’s: 01 / 04 / 108 is a gentle climb towards Kingston where you can look down towards the Castle Distance: 4 – 4.5 miles before heading through the woods and back into the Village via the delightful Location: L West St. This walk involves a small road section, a rocky track and a one narrow Start at the Bankes Arms Car Park, Studland path which is knarly and sometimes muddy. The Common area is likely to be boggy in places when wet, this is a livestock grazing area and there are a couple Car parking: Free to National Trust Members (circa £4 a day for non members) stiles en route. Walk No’s 07 / 103 | Distance: 5 miles | Location: H

Start and Finish of both Walks is West Street Car Park – charge £3.10 for 3 hours, or alternatively National Trust Members can park in car park just outside village for Free and walk through the square to West Street (allow 10 – 15 mins).

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Studland to Agglestone Rock Coastal Path Loops

Agglestone Rock is yet another unique (including and St feature of the area. Also known as the Aldhelms Chapel). Devil’s Anvil, it is a sandstone block of Experience the real essence of Purbeck on about 400 tonnes weight, perched on a these circular walks (we will have a mix of conical hill on the wild heathland that distances) which start near to the famous borders Poole Harbour. Square and Compass Pub in the beautiful village or Worth Matravers. This tranquil setting has a history of quarrying for Purbeck Your walk leader will take you through Studland Village and out onto the stone and the landscape has been shaped by this heritage whilst the pub seems to have Heathland before a short climb takes you along a ridge towards the iconic rock changed little since it was frequented by the Quarry men (apart from having a Cider Cart where you can get up close and marvel at the magnitude before dropping down and Fossil Museum). On these walks your leaders will take you out from the Village to the towards Studland road and through the woods to the Village and the 3 stunning Coastal Trails. Note - Walk one is a fairly challenging walk and both are subject to change in the event of sea fog (alternatives have been planned). beaches of Studland bay. This is a fairly easy walk with no significant climbs on sandy heathland terrain. There is a short road section at the start.. Worth Matravers Walk 1 (Chapel Loop) will take you left towards the ancient 13th century St Aldhelm’s Chapel a tiny square building which sits on cliff top site thought to Walk No’s: 03 / 59 / 101 have religious connections way before it was built. This walk contains a mix of gravel Distance: 3 miles tracks and a narrow section where pole use is not so easy (unless you double pole) which Location L follows the cilff tops with fairly steep drops to the sea. There are also a couple of climbs Start and Finish at Middle Beach Car Park, Studland (see the profile) and one descent and climb in and out of a gully which is challenging (circa 200 steps down and a steepish climb back). There is one stile on this walk. Car parking – Free to National Trust Members Walk No’s: 05 / 107 | Distance: 5 miles (circa £4 a day for non members) Worth Matravers Walk 2 (Smugglers Way) will take you in the other direction via the East man and Seacombe. There are a couple of climbs (circa 50 steps) and one small stone ‘gap’ stile to negotiate. Walk No’s: 08 / 109 | Distance: 3 miles Both walks will finish back at the Square and Compass where the HQ team will join anyone who fancies a glass of local Cider. All walks start and finish at Worth Matravers Village Car Park – suggested donation applies.

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Kingston to Houns Tout Walk to Seacombe

A stunning circular walk that provides Follow in the footsteps of the a unique view of Chapmans Pool and Dinosaurs (footprints in the rocks have the Encombe Valley which is also been found in most of the local quarries) known as the Golden Bowl. Walk along the route including Keats Quarry through a stunning valley to the coast where the footsteps are a metre in and then climb a steep uphill section diameter and belonged to a 30-metre, (via steps but does have a drop to the 30-ton Diplodocus. sea on one side) to take in the views towards Portland and Bay from Houns-Tout cliff. A fairly challenging walk with steep descents (sometimes slippery) this walk Return via a ridge that provides more stunning views of the Encombe Valley captures the essence of Purbeck stone and its importance to stonemasons and (including the House, Lake and walled Gardens). fossil hunters. The Dancing Ledge itself is a platform where ships used to come to collect the stone and is so named because it is the size of a ballroom. Refresh with a drink at the Scott Arms pub which has unrivalled views of Corfe Castle. Now it also has a natural swimming pool area which was blasted out for the use by a local prep school. Sea views, old caves and the Priests way – this walk has a Walk No: 06 Distance: 4 miles bit of everything. Start at Kingston Walk No: 52 Location K Distance: 4. 5 miles Starts and Finishes at Spyway Car Park, Langton Matravers. Location: F

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Tyneham lost village Loop 2 (Flowers Barrow) and Also starting with a walk to the Bay this walk then crosses to the other side of the bay before a STEEP and fairly long climb up to a prehistoric ridgeway, where Today Tyneham is a ghost village and its the massive Iron Age Flowers Barrow hillfort has a tremendous outlook over school and church are given over to coastal vistas stretching from Portland to Poole. Without doubt this is one of the displays of life as it was before it was most beautiful vistas in the area. taken over by the MOD during the Walk No: 51 Second World War. Still part of the Distance: 4 miles extensive MOD range, time has literally Location: R stood still in this Village. The valley in which the Village sits is bordered by two chalk ridges which once Tyneham Loop 3 (Gentle Woodland Walk) climbed, give views out across Lulworth and Poole Harbour on one side and This gentle walk takes you from the Village, past the old farmyard and down to across to Kimmeridge on the other. Both ridges lead down to the secluded Worbarrow Bay on an even gravel track. We will allow time to stroll along the unspoilt beach at Worbarrow with its iconic ‘Tout’. Both ridges involve a steep beach and take in the tranquillity and views before heading back to the Village via climb but we will also have a short flat walk to the bay for those less keen on a magical woodland that typifies the unspoilt nature of this secret valley. the hill work! Walk No: 105 Tyneham Loop 1 (Brandy Bay) Distance: 2 miles This shorter walk drops from the Village into the Bay where paddle steamers Location: R used to bring Tourists to the tranquil village before it was evacuated. A fairly steep but short climb up to the coast path is rewarded with views across Brandy Bay and back to Kimmeridge before dropping back down into the lost Village. Start and Finish of all loops in Tyneham Village car park This walk does traverse a fairly high ridge with a drop to the sea below. Car parking suggested £2 donation for upkeep of the Village Walk No: 53 Distance: 2.5 – 3 miles Location: R

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Swanage Pier to to Corfe Worth Matravers (return by Steam Train)

A longer walk from our hub that takes Leave the hub in Swanage and climb in the full beauty of the Coastal Path up to where expansive through Country Park and views of Studland Bay reward you for out towards the quarrying Village of the effort! Worth Matravers. This walk is like walking along the spine This route takes the Priests Way back of Purbeck with far reaching views into Swanage almost skirting past the famous NWUK HQ too! Along the route across the harbour to Poole as well as to the Castle and beyond. you will see (a Victorian building which is now the Visitor Centre) a This is a one way only route so you will need to catch the steam train back to Lighthouse and the amazing Dancing Ledge where a tidal swimming pool was Swanage (or a bus) after taking some time to explore the Castle, Village, National blasted out of the rocky ledge for a local prep school over 100 years ago. Trust shop and several tea rooms of course! A fairly gentle walk with one We will stop for a break in Worth Matravers where you can choose to eat your moderate climb. own picnic or visit the Square and Compass for one of their iconic pasties Walk No: 56 / 127 (Menu choice is meat or veggie pasty on a paper plate with no trimmings!) Distance: 5 miles Walk No: 54 To help you to make your plans here are the train times from Corfe back to Distance: 9.5 miles Swanage on Saturday 17th Sept

Steam Diesel Steam Diesel Steam Steam Diesel

Corfe 13:22 13:38 14:42 15:38 16:02 17:22 17:38 Castle

Swanage 13:44 13:57 15:04 16:00 16:24 17:44 17:57

Tickets £7.00 or combined with the Model Village £14.00 – we advise you buy these on arrival in Corfe.

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Church Knowle to Swanage Pier to Durlston Kimmeridge Valley Loop Loop via

A complete taste of Purbeck, this walk A favourite of the local groups, this combines both of the chalk ridges that relatively short walk is guaranteed to define the ‘Isle’. blow the cobwebs away.

This walk literally crosses Purbeck A route that has been popular since taking in expansive views in all Victorian Swanage, this trail winds up directions. Starting in Church Knowle a from the Pier and seafront along the village with a stunning 13th century church it takes in both hills and dale, arable coastal trail and up into the amazing and round Peveril land, woodland and stunning cliff tops. Point. Incorporating a drink/snack stop overlooking (option to visit Café 5 mins down steep hill for ice cream and comfort stop) the walk then From Durlston you can view the bay were dolphins are often spotted and climbs up to Heaven’s Gate along the cliff tops before dropping back down into wildlife abounds plus experience the Victorian link by spotting the London the Valley, through old farmyards and back into Church Knowle with its bollards which are a feature of the park (they were used to weigh down the empty welcoming Pub. This walk contains a couple of moderate climbs and two fairly ships which came to collect the Purbeck stone used in many major London buildings). steep ones. The terrain varies from rocky tracks to arable fields and there is one narrow footpath section that can be overgrown (long trousers advised!) The No stiles involved but a brisk climb up to Durlston. route includes areas where Livestock may be grazing and a farmyard area in a Walk No: 58 / 102 valley which can be muddy in wet weather. There are several stiles en route and Distance: 3 miles a couple of areas where its uneven underfoot. . Starts at Swanage Pier Walk No: 57 Distance: 8 miles Start and Finish at the New Inn Church Knowle

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Old Harry Loop from Kimmeridge to Swanage and back Heavens Gate

Walk from the hub car park at North Including a visit to Smedmore Beach out of Swanage and up to the House & Gardens plus Tea ridge which overlooks the Bay, where a A walk that is exclusive to our Festival bracing walk along the coastal path and includes access to the amazing leads the chalk stacks known as Old Smedmore House (a stunning privately Harry Rocks - which mark the start of owned Georgian mansion). This walk the World Heritage site of the Jurassic Coast. takes you through the adjoining village and down to Kimmeridge Bay, a hotspot were created through thousands of years of erosion by the sea for surfers and snorkelers, before heading up to the iconic folly of Clavells Tower and were originally a part of the chalk ridgeline that runs across the south coast which sits on the cliff top. joining up with the Needles on the Isle of Wight. The chalk ridge was formed The trail then follows the Coast path before a further steep climb to Swyre approximately 65 million years and views from the top enable you to look down Head which is so worth it! The return leg continues along the high ridge with onto Old Harrys rocks and out over the adjoining Studland Bay with Poole views across to Portland and Weymouth as well as back towards Chapmans Pool Harbour beyond. and beyond towards Swanage. This walk contains one climb but is otherwise on fairly even ground and it It simply is iconic , with terrain varying from arable and parkland to provides far reaching views over Studland Bay and back towards Swanage. Jurassic coast and picture box village. At the end of the walk, we have arranged Walk No: 60 for you to visit the House and enjoy a cup of tea with cakes donated by the Distance: 4.5 – 5 miles Friends of Smedmore House who will be hosting an open day in aid of the Starts at the Festival Hub Kimmeridge Village Hall (an impressive new venture which you will see on the walk).

Walk No: 106 Distance: 6.5 miles Start and Finish at Smedmore House car park (pre paid with open day entry fee voucher)

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Specialist Walks Specialist Walks around the Isle of Purbeck These themed walks are more specialist and many require specific expert leaders and/or permissions. Those that have limited spaces will be made available in order of festival booking date and some may carry an additional charge.

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Rangers wake up — Wellbeing at the bird and wildlife walk — Blue Pool

Durlston Country Park Join our wellbeing expert for a gentle This part of the South Coast is where mobilising walk around this famous and our beloved Swifts and Swallows say unique local beauty spot. goodbye to these shores every The NWUK wellbeing concept Autumn. combines gentle pole walking with Durlston is one of the best places to postural, strength and balance see them leave and the mornings are the best time to do this. Every morning the exercises in order to improve general health – great even for regular nordic Park Rangers do a circuit of the park as they keep an eye on the wildlife and walkers. changing habitat – they have invited us to join them each day to hopefully catch The lake in a former chalk pit constantly varies in colour because very fine clay in a glimpse of our feathered friends as they head off for their winter sun – we defy suspension of the water diffracts light in different ways, producing a spectrum of you to not have a tear or two as they do. colour sometimes green sometimes turquoise. The knowledgeable rangers will also provide a unique insight into the diversity The surrounding 20 acres of heathland and woodland makes it a tranquil visitor and management of the exceptional area that is teeming with rare flowers and attraction that also houses a museum, the Wareham bear collection and a wildlife. Note – this will be at the Rangers pace and is likely to change according tearoom! The walk includes entry to the Blue Pool (usually £6 and a drink) too! to what they discover on the day! Start and Finish at Blue Pool Car park – voucher will be supplied for parking Circa 1 hour walk, mileage to vary according to what wildlife is spotted. entry and the drink!

Walk No: 09 / 61 / 110 Walk No: 10 / 63 / 112 Start at Durlston Country Park Circa 3 miles plus mobility exercises

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Hardy Trail Jurassic Geology Trails

Hardy Trail plus optional visit to his Join local expert David Kemp to birthplace. explore the creation of the amazing Jurassic coastline. Take a route through Thorncombe Wood from the tranquil cottage Another chance to take in the amazing where Thomas Hardy was born to the scenery of the Jurassic coast only this churchyard at Stinsford where his time you might get to understand it heart is buried. too! David will explain how the chalk became the way it is through This countryside is steeped with locations that feature in his novels and form his geology, erosion, and human influences, and why it’s so important, throwing a fictional Wessex. A mixed trail that takes in wooded heathland, typical rolling spotlight on the last 65 million years! Dorset grazing land and open meadowland. This route can be quite muddy as it’s next to the to the river valley and there are a lot of stiles on the route due to David will explain the history of the rocks, earth movements and more recent the farming activity that makes this iconic Hardy Country! erosion processes which has led to the spectacular scenery we see today. The nature of the coastline does mean these walks contain climbs and descents – Optional visit to Hardy’s Cottage and Gardens (National Trust). mainly via steps but sometimes slippery. Walk No: 11 Jurassic walk 1 Location N Explores and and much of the amazing coastal path which is steep in places. Walk No: 12 Circa 6 miles

Jurassic walk 2 Explores The Cove, , and the Fossil Forest. Walk No: 111 Circa: 5 miles

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Arne Bird Watching Wims and Nibbles & Wildlife Walk Aperitif Walk

Join us at the RSPB reserve at Arne Summer might be fading but we say which sits on the tidal salt marshes of there’s NO reason to stop enjoying the Poole Harbour. great British tradition of a Summer fruit cup as an Apertif before the BBQ – Starting at the RSPB visitor centre this Courtesy of our partners Olives Et Al walk takes you to the unspoilt who like us are based in Dorset and love secluded beach at Shipstal Point where all things that are natural and make life you can view the tiny Long Island and that little bit special! watch sea birds and Sika Deer feeding along the shoreline. This scenic stroll culminates in a very civilised snifter of Wims the amazing new non alcoholic summer fruit cup which combines with lemonade, cucumber and Another loop takes onto the surrounding Heath Land that is a haven for all kinds strawberries and will transport you back to the start of Summer (without the of wildlife and provides breathtaking views across the harbour. This walk is fairly hangover). flat and on even terrain. How perfect the tiny bottle makes 11 servings too – perfect for your backpack Walk No: 13 / 116 or picnic basket! Enjoy it with some healthy nibbles as you take in the views Distance: 4 Miles before a short walk back – what a way to wind down. Starts at RSPB Arne Walk no: 64

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Foraging Walk Lawrence of Arabia Trail

Join our foraging expert to learn about Head through the Forest from the edible delights that can be found Moreton Tea Rooms to Clouds Hill on Coastline of Purbeck. the tiny hideaway cottage of TE Lawrence known as Lawrence of Learn simple identification skills and Arabia. pick up tips on how to use what nature provides…and we don’t just The famous writer died in a mean blackberries either! Previous motorcycle accident near to his home trips have resulted in learning how to and famous figures such as Churchill make a veggie ‘Panacotta’ from seaweed and harvesting razor clams plus coastal and Lady Astor were present to the funeral in the Village of Moreton. This walk is fungi. on flat even terrain and woodland trails which are not too taxing but can get muddy when really wet. These educational walks cover the subjects of sustainable harvesting, the law, equipment required and safety. There is also the chance to try some of the food Walk No: 115 and drink that can be made from the seashore harvest. Distance: 7 miles Start at Moreton Tea Rooms Note this is a NO POLES walk as you will need your hands free to pick up Location M goodies and to keep yourself steady on rocks etc. Shoes may get wet too!

Walk No: 114 Circa 2- 3 miles with lots of stopping Additional cost of £10 (this course normally cost £45 per person)

Location start may vary but will be within 5 miles from hub – full details will be given to those who book

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Wild food Foraging Walk

Join local wild food and survival expert Joseph for a hedgerow harvest walk in the Purbeck countryside. Joseph will show you what is safe to gather and provide great cooking and preparation tips too. He also has vast knowledge about sustainable foraging, medicinal plants and most importantly what not to pick! A leisurely and informative walk that is probably best conducted without poles in order to keep your hand free! This walk requires a £10 charge .

Note this is a NO POLES walk as you will need your hands free to pick up goodies and to keep yourself steady on rocks etc. Shoes may get wet too!

Walk No: 21 Circa 2- 3 miles with lots of stopping Additional cost of £10 (this course normally cost £45 per person) Location start may vary but will be within 5 miles from hub – full details will be given to those who book

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Workshops & Presentations Our expert team and a host of our specialist instructors and partners will be providing a range of inspirational workshops in and around the HUB of the festival in Swanage. Come and find out what nordic walking is all about, how we can adapt it for children, wellbeing and tougher workouts plus how you can get involved. If you are a keen nordic walker you can brush up your technique, gain a freedom passport or experience beach sessions. Some workshops don’t even require poles!

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Conversion Courses MASTERCLASS with

Are you a regular nordic walker but MARKO KANTANEVA have never gained your NWUK One of the most popular sessions at FREEDOM passport? the Seville festival last year and an These 1.5 hour conversion sessions opportunity to explore the origins of will bring you bang up to speed on the Nordic Walking from the man credited latest 4 gear technique method so you with creating it as a sport in its own can book on line and participate in our right in the 90’s. massive programme of walks across the UK. Passport also provides FREE Marko was teaching P E at a school in eastern Finland when he began to ponder membership of Nordic Walking UK. on how the activity might be developed. He went on to study at the highly Note this session is NOT suitable for beginners and the Instructor will advise respected Sports Institute of Finland at Vierumäki where he continued to within first 15 mins if they think you would benefit form a full tuition course. develop his thinking about pole walking.

Workshops: 14 / 65 / 118 So much so, he went on to include his ideas and analysis in his graduation thesis Duration: 1.5 hours of 1996. He was then commissioned to write an article describing his pole Location: A (start at Festival Hub) walking concept for publication and gained an educational scholarship to help fund his further studies.

Marko entitled the article “Sauvakävely” (pole walking) and, using an approachable style, he fully described the technique he had developed and documented the benefits and parameters of the activity. It might be said that this manuscript was the touchstone for what was to become known worldwide as Nordic Walking.

Workshops: 15 / 22 / 68 / 72 / 117 Duration: 1.5 hours Location: A (start at Festival Hub)

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Ultimate Nordic Circuits Advanced

Want to up the ante with your nordic Technique Workshop walking? This class will certainly add Join the NWUK Tutor team and learn another dimension to the workout how to get the most form Nordic gained from your poles. Walking technique. ultimate-nordic-circuitsNot for the Be amazed at how a few tweaks to faint hearted, this workout class will your technique will provide an have you pushing pulling lifting and immediate difference to your speed puffing as you add resistance and strength exercises to a circuit based nordic and comfort plus long term improvements to posture and results. walk! Workshops: 17 / 66 / 125 Speed drills and functional exercises are included in the NWUK ultimate nordic Duration: 1 hour format which is fast furious but a lot of fun too. Location: A (start at Festival Hub) Workshops: 16 / 118 Duration: 1 hours Location: A (start at Festival Hub)

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Equipment Beach Workout Workshop

Advice workshop Join the NWUK Tutor team to learn Want to understand everything there how to master beach walking. is to know about Nordic Walking Simple tips to make it easier or poles, shoes and gadgets? Our retail HARDER depending on the results team will be on hand to help you to that you want. appreciate pole research and development and they will be Explore the pole types and tips plus showcasing innovations such as the Lesu paws and latest kit. expert ways to turn the shifting sands into a workout that beats all others. Come and feel the difference between carbon and composites, try a range of paws and find out why certain shoes make your nordic walking experience more Workshops: 19 / 71 / 122 effective. Duration: 1 hour Location: A (start at Festival Hub) This is your chance to ask those questions you have always wanted to ask plus learn how to maintain and add to your nordic walking kit.

Workshops: 18 / 69 / 120 Duration: 1 hour Location: A (start at Festival Hub)

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Mindfulness Hill Technique Workshop

Workshop and Walk Master hill technique and learn how to Join our Mindfulness expert Jason fully use your poles to help you climb Feavers for an indoor workshop in up or protect your knees when which he will teach some basic mindful descending. techniques. This session also includes using hill drill Learn how to switch off the noise of for workout sessions and is ideal for the world and re connect with your those preparing for a long distance body and nature. trek or mountain trails (including next years Purbeck Marathon!)

This enlightening workshop culminates with a mindful walk in a stunning location. Workshops: 23 / 67 / 119 What better way to put the techniques into practice. Duration: 1 hour Location: B (start at The Downs) Workshops: 14 / 62 / 113 Duration: 1.5 – 2 hours Location: D Meet at the Durlston

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Nordic Walking Taster Make your own (Purbeck Pledge) Energy Bites

Beginners are welcome to come and This workshop is for those of you who try Nordic Walking with the NWUK care about natural nutrition and want team and local Instructors throughout to earn how to make nutritious the Festival weekend We will be portable energy snacks that will keep holding regular Taster sessions so if you you moving. want to see what all the fuss is about Have fun with innovative celebrated book in for 45 minutes that will change your view of walking with poles… Chef Toby Wood and his team in the Four and Twenty Blackbirds in Corfe Castle forever. (and get to eat your goodies too) Get a taste of how light you will feel on your feet, how the whole body is Workshop: 126 mobilised and why you need to take the time to learn the technique. You will Duration: 2 hours also find out the benefits of being active outdoors and how you can gain your Location: H or J (Held at Corfe Castle, exact location to be confirmed) passport and join in walks and events around the UK

Taster sessions are open to those without a Festival pass so ideal for Friends or Families of Festival goers – call 0333 1234 540 to book into these

Workshops: 70 / 124 Duration: 1 hour Location: A (start at Festival Hub) and B (start at Durlston)

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