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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · 3h

Through our Walking Communities programme, we reduce barriers to ensure everyone has the opportunity to walk and wheel.

What barriers do you think stop people from walking and wheeling in your community?

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · 23h

Walking is good for our social, physical and mental health. So today, let's step up for our mental health. Take a break and get outside for a walk or wheel.

Every step counts.

#WorldMentalHealthDay

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · 2d

Where do you walk?

By the sea? In a forest? To the shops?
We want to expand our where to walk page and need your help.
Share your favourite places to walk with us and help us to inspire more people to walk and wheel.

walkingscotland.org.uk/walking-hub/...

Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · 2d

Did you know... We use both terms, walking and wheeling, together as it’s more inclusive.

Both words, walking and wheeling, represent the action of moving at a pedestrian’s pace, whether or not someone is unaided or using any kind of wheeled mobility aid.

walkingscotland.org.uk/walking-hub/...

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · 3d

Would you like to be a volunteer walk leader or start a health walk in your area?

Get in touch with us, and we will guide you to find the right opportunity for you and your community.

walkingscotland.org.uk/about-us/con...

#volunteer #healthwalk #communities #everydaywalking

Contact us

Get in touch

walkingscotland.org.uk

Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · 5d

You don't need to sprint into Monday. Walk.
Start your week with purpose.

#MondayMotivation

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · 9d

This week, skip the car for one short trip and walk or wheel instead. Jump in a puddle and maybe spot a rainbow or two. Don't let the rain stop you.

#PuddlePower

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · 15d

Meet Zola, our Paws on Paths pal.

Zola enjoys long walks and tummy rubs. Our HR Officer, Lauren, often joins her sister and Zola on their walks around town.

🐾 Walking your dog isn’t just good exercise. It’s essential for your and their health and happiness.

Share your #PawsOnPaths pics with us.

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · 17d

Our Edinburgh #KiltWalk team have nearly recovered! Our Chair James & trustees were delighted to join staff & supporters earlier this month as they stepped out together to raise funds to support walking & wheeling projects across Scotland.

👉https://walkingscotland.org.uk/get-involved/

Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · 22d

Our KTP Associate Rachele and Walking Schools Manager Carl are at the 16th annual conference of the HEPA Europe Network in Kaunas, Lithuania, and presented learning and best practice on co-production methods with young people. #HEPAEurope

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · 28d

Step up for your mental health this autumn.

Shorter days getting you down? Walking with the Step Count Challenge can boost your mood, ease stress, and keep the autumn blues at bay.

Don’t miss out! Secure 20% off with code AUTUMN25 before Sunday 28 September

Take on the Step Count Challenge

Are you up for the challenge? Rally your team and get your steps in to have fun, feel healthier and live greener.

walkingscotland.org.uk

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · Sep 9

Walking and 20mph speed limits

Did you know, in Edinburgh a city-wide 20mph speed limit introduced in 2015 to improve road safety, encourage active travel and create more pleasant neighbourhoods has reduced road deaths by almost a quarter and serious injuries by a third.

#WalkTheTalk

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · Sep 8

Did you know that a physically active workforce is less stressed and takes 27% fewer sick days per year?

Keep your organisation walking throughout the year by creating a workplace walking culture through our Walk at Work Award.

Find out more: walkingscotland.org.uk/our-work/wal...

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · Sep 6

Walking is about so much more than the physical steps we take.

It helps address health inequalities, fight social isolation and loneliness, and tackle the nature-climate emergency.

Walk with us by giving today.
walkingscotland.org.uk/get-involved...

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · Sep 4

Did you know, we manage Scotland’s only community path fund?

“Seeing the lights go on and the pathway clear, watching people walk along the path on a wet day, was a joy.”

Donate now and help us connect more communities and support more people.

Donate

Take the next step to a happier, healthier and greener Scotland and donate today.

walkingscotland.org.uk

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · Sep 3

We're a member of the Movement for Health coalition.

Together, health organisations across Scotland are supporting people living with long-term health conditions to move in accessible ways.

Join a health walk and discover your path to better health.
walkingscotland.org.uk/get-involved...

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · Sep 2

Did you know that a physically active workforce is less stressed and takes 27% fewer sick days per year?

Keep your organisation walking throughout the year by creating a workplace walking culture through our Walk at Work Award.

Find out more: walkingscotland.org.uk/our-work/wal...

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · Sep 1

Ready to step into autumn? Let’s get moving! Join our 4-week Step Count Challenge starting Monday 3 November and feel happier, stronger, and more energised with every step.

⏰ Don’t dawdle! Snag 20% off with code AUTUMN25 before Sunday 28 September.

Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · Aug 30

Long Term Conditions and walking

The biggest impact on disease in Scotland will come through removing barriers to being active.

Contact us if you would like to read our recent comments on proposals for a Long Term Conditions Framework for Scotland.

#LongTermConditions #Walking

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · Aug 28

Paws on Paths 🐶

Loki and Betsy are walking buddies.
From lochside strolls to woodland wanders, these two are great company for Emma, one of our managers.

Do you have a favourite walking buddy?
#pawsonpaths #everydaywalking

Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · Aug 27

Something's coming...
...and it starts with a single step.

The autumn Step Count Challenge is back! No matter why you walk or who you walk with, this challenge is for you.

For now, stay up to date by signing up for our monthly newsletter.

walkingscotland.org.uk/sign-up-to-o...

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · Aug 21

We appreciate the detail!

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Living Streets @livingstreets.bsky.social · Aug 21

The 2026 Holyrood election is coming, and together with
@walkingscotland.bsky.social we’re calling on all parties to pledge to invest in walkable streets.

With cuts of £23.7m to active and sustainable travel in Scotland last year, we need bold action – and soon ⏰

tinyurl.com/4czpmzy7

A navy and light blue graphic with a photo of a family walking down an urban street. Text reads: Put walking and wheeling at the heart of government.

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Living Streets Edinburgh @livingstreetsedi.bsky.social · Aug 21

So much change is needed to make Scotland a better place for walking/wheeling...great to see this highlighted for the #Holyrood2026 elections!

We'll be amplifying this message through our call for various specific measures over the coming months.

Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · Aug 21

1/6 As Scotland looks to the future, we know walking is one of the best ways to address some of the greatest challenges of our time.

So together with @livingstreets.bsky.social we’ve published The Power of Walking – A Walking and Wheeling Manifesto for 2026.

walkingscotland.org.uk/a-walking-an...

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Walking Scotland @walkingscotland.bsky.social · Aug 21

6/6 Walking is powerful.
Together we can make Scotland a walking and wheeling nation.

Join us: walkingscotland.org.uk/sign-up-to-o...

#ThePowerOfWalking

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