This is a group for people who have been bereaved and would like to meet others who are also bereaved, in a relaxed environment, exploring the local area.
Please view FAQs below for more information.
How to book: Please contact the Living Well Centre via telephone on 02392 248011 or email LWC@rowanshospice.co.uk to book your place.
Yes, you will need to give your contact details and next of kin to LWC or the Bereavement Service
It takes place on the 4th Saturday of every month between March and October inclusive, meeting at 1.30pm.
Usually the walk lasts 45-60 minutes
The location of the walk changes each month but will be within 15-20 minutes’ drive of the hospice.
You will be told at the end of each walk, where the next one will be and the location details will also be emailed to you each month
Each walk will have café facilities which will be the meeting point; this will be detailed in the email with the location
An email will be sent the Friday before the walk, confirming whether or not the walk is going ahead due to bad weather.
The group is not open to the general public. People attending the walk must be registered for the walk and be bereaved of someone who was cared for by Rowans Hospice services.
We understand that people with mobility issues, including wheelchair users, may wish to attend the walking group for companionship and emotional support following bereavement. However, as this is a walking group, attendees need to be able to take part in the planned route and pace of the walk. Please note that some routes may not be fully wheelchair accessible.
If you require someone to support or assist you during the walk, we ask that you attend with your own companion or carer, as group leaders are unable to provide individual support.
People attend the walking group at their own risk and are responsible for their own wellbeing. Please do not attend if you are feeling unwell or have been advised not to participate in physical activity.
