Christchurch and East Dorset PartnershipTel: 01425 480811
Web: moors-valley.co.uk
Email: [email protected]
Get Active Guide2015
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a ‘sporty’ initiative delivered by the Christchurch and East Dorset Partnership
Running Pages 16-17Want to start running? We offer quick and easy
steps to put the fun back into your run.
Multi Sport Activity Days Page 18
Not sure which sport or activity is for you or
your family? These days offer you the chance to
try a selection for FREE.
Rounders Page 18
Chuck it, whack it, leg it and smile. A great way
to exercise and have fun whether you are young
or old!
Petanque Page 18
Pronounced ‘pay-tonk’ this is a simple game
that is lots of fun. It is a perfect way to
make new friends and is great for adults and
children alike.
Surfing Page 8
Surfing is one of the most fun ways of enjoying
the ocean. We will help you ride your first wave
whilst standing up on a surfboard.
Canoeing and Kayaking Pages 9-11
Canoeing and Kayaking are different activities
but equally as much fun. Both sports will get
you paddling in our local waters and keep you
smiling for days.
GolfTuition Pages 11-13
A fun filled introduction to golf where you
will learn or improve your golfing technique.
Come and join one of Dorset’s best professional
golfers who will show you how to potentially be
the next Tiger Woods.
Orienteering Pages 14-15
We give you the map, help develop your
navigation skills and you experience all the
joys of our amazing countryside. A great
family experience packed with adventure.
ActivitiesOur activities are a great way to introduce you
to new sporting opportunities. Whether you are
looking for a new experience or simply want to
improve or refresh your skills, we will ensure
you have fun doing so. A brief outline of our
activities can be found below.
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Green Exercise Referral Scheme Page 25
Exercise Referral Schemes from doctors
utilising our beautiful green countryside.
Wellness Walks Page 25Get back into exercise with short 30 minute
walks with our qualified fitness instructors.
Buggy Fitness Workouts Page 26
A great way for new parents to get back into
exercise in a fun and friendly environment.
Power Walking Page 26
Power your way to improved fitness and higher
energy levels through this minimal impact
walking workout.
Nordic Walking Page 27
Poles apart from regular walking. Incorporating
a good upper body workout and improved
walking technique.
Night Cycling Page 19
If you love mountain biking, then you will love it
even more at night. We provide the lights, you
provide the excitement.
Mountain Biking Pages 20-21
Fun and informal sessions through an array of
exciting terrain. Ideal for improving your riding
skills alongside qualified and professional
instructors.
Cycle Orienteering Page 21
Pedal your way to discover new fun. Combine
your cycling and navigation skills with the help
of our qualified instructors.
Health Cycle Rides Page 22
Weekly and free cycle rides aimed at improving
your health.
Accessible Cycling Page 23
A fantastic and exciting programme aimed at
making cycling accessible for everyone.
Health Walks Page 24
Walk your way to better health through free
weekly walks.
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WelcomeWelcome to the Activate Coast and Countryside’s News and
Events Guide, detailing all of the latest news, events and how to
book on our upcoming sessions. Whether it’s learning to surf or
improving your mountain bike skills, we can help by offering free
or subsidised sporting opportunities.
Activate Coast and Countryside aims to encourage people to
participate in sports on a regular basis.
This brochure details the activities that are currently available,
as well as those coming in the near future. So for further
information and activity dates please keep an eye on our website:
www.moors-valley.co.uk, link with us on Twitter: activate_ced or
find us on Facebook: search for Activate Coast and Countryside.
Whether you want to discover new experiences as a whole family
or simply by yourself, come and get involved in the Activate
Coast and Countryside programme. If you do we can promise
that you will experience new activities, feel a little healthier but
most of all, HAVE LOTS OF FUN.
Richie, Jackie, Marc and JoHealth and Activity Team
Key to SymbolsBooking essential through Moors Valley, by telephone 01425 480811, online at: moors-valley.co.uk/onlinebooking or in person at Moors Valley.
Dress to be outdoors in all weather conditions. Wear suitable footwear and bring waterproof clothing.
Old clothes should be worn, as there is a possibility that clothes will get dirty or even damaged on this event.
Free car parking for the duration of this event. Please ask on booking for more details.
Please bring a packed lunch or any other refreshments you will need for the duration of the event, ideally in a rucksack.
Details of the meeting point will be given on booking, either online or by phone.
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Activate Coast and Countryside UpdateAfter securing the funding through Sport
England and other key partners we are really
excited to be in the second year of our three
year project. This means that we are able to
continue offering our most popular recreational
opportunities as well as new sporting activities
through existing and new countryside hubs.
Irrespective of the activity or whether you
are new or old to our scheme, our overall aim
remains the same: To get people active and
enjoying their countryside on a regular basis.
Save time, go online!Now we have so many events taking place all
year round we have made it easier to find the
right event for you. We have separate monthly
listings for all events happening at Moors Valley
as well as those taking place away from the
park. There is also a new search facility for all
events of a particular type regardless of where
they are located. No matter which method you
use, there are plenty of events to choose from
and the great news is you will soon be able to
book your places online.
For more details go to
www.moors-valley.co.uk/events
News
Social NetworkingYou can stay up to date with all of our events by finding us on Facebook at ActivateCoastandCountryside and following us on Twitter @Activate_ced.
Don’t be afraid to share your fun experience by hash tagging #ActivateCED
Booking SessionsIt is important for people to pre-book sessions.
This can be done in three ways:
Online – coming soon
www.moors-valley.co.uk/events
Phone – call the Health and Activity Team on
01425 480811
In Person – at the Moors Valley Country Park
reception desk.
Please remember to book otherwise sessions
may end up being cancelled due to low
participant numbers.
Calling all VolunteersOur Health Walks and Health Rides are
volunteer led and, without our dedicated
team of walk and cycle leaders, these events
would simply not exist. If you are interested in
becoming a qualified leader then please call
the Health and Activity Team on 01425 480811.
Training courses for volunteers are FREE and
are primarily held at Moors Valley Country Park.
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Countryside Hubs
Due to the partnership between Christchurch
and East Dorset Councils the Activate Coast and
Countryside project delivers activities in both areas.
This is done through three main activity hubs:
Moors Valley Country Park, Kingston Lacy National
Trust and Highcliffe Castle Heritage Centre. This
is in addition to several other key community
locations throughout Christchurch and East Dorset.
For more information on the three main activity
hubs and recreation on offer please see below.
Moors Valley Country ParkAt Moors Valley there is something for everyone.
You can enjoy a peaceful walk or cycle ride
through the Forest. You can also experience a
ride on an authentic narrow-gauge steam train
or even Go Ape on a high wire forest adventure
swinging through the tree tops.
Tel: 01425 470721www.moors-valley.co.ukBH24 2ET
Kingston Lacy National TrustAn elegant country mansion set in attractive
formal gardens and extensive parkland.
Tel: 01202 883402www.nationaltrust.org.uk/kingston-lacyBH21 4EA
Highcliffe Castle Heritage CentreHighcliffe Castle has been described as
arguably the most important surviving house
of the Romantic and Picturesque style of
architecture. The Castle is positioned on the
clifftop above beautiful unspoiled beaches,
next to the Steamer Point Nature Reserve, and
alongside the Christchurch Coastal Path.
Tel: 01425 270924www.highcliffecastle.co.ukBH23 4LE
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Instructor-led surfing introduction sessions
and beginner courses aimed at giving people a
chance to try their hand at riding some waves.
Sessions will run from Highcliffe Beach in
Christchurch and will be aimed at novices.
Courses will run in small groups to ensure
everyone receives some 1-2-1 instructor time.
SurfingAs surfing can be dependent on the weather
and surf conditions these sessions may be
changed to Stand Up Paddle boarding (SUP)
sessions. These sessions form part of the
Activate Coast and Countryside project and are
being run by Crazy Water.
www.crazywatersurfschool.co.ukwww.crazywater.co.uk
Christchurch - HighcliffeADULT SURFING
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
Course Introduction
16th May or 8th August 10.00am-12.00pm Saturday £5 per session6th June or 5th September 2.00pm-4.00pm Saturday
Course 1 23rd, 24th or 25th May 10.00am-12.00pm Saturday - Monday (BH)
£15per course
Course 2 13th, 20th or 27th June 2.00pm-4.00pm Saturday
Course 3 9th, 15th or 16th August 10.00am-12.00pm Saturday & Sunday
Course 412th, 19th or
26th September2.00pm-4.00pm Saturday
FAMILY SURFING*
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
CourseIntroduction
26th May, 6th June or 5th September
10.00am-12.00pm Tuesday & Saturday £5 per person per session23rd August 1.30pm-3.30pm Sunday
Course 1 27th, 28th & 29th May 10.00am-12.00pmWednesday, Thursday
& Friday
£10per personper course
Course 2 13th, 20th & 27th June 10.00am-12.00pm Saturday
Course 3 24th, 25th & 26th August 1.30pm-3.30pmMonday, Tuesday &
Wednesday
Course 412th, 19th &
26th September10.00am-12.00pm Saturday
Location: Highcliffe Beach, below the Cliffhanger Cafe, BH23 5JA.
Equipment: Boards and wet suits provided.
Ages: Aged 8 and over, all children to be accompanied by an adult.*Family prices are stated as per person. Families must consist of between 2 and 5 people including a maximum of 2 adults (parent or legal guardian).8
and people with disabilities. These sessions
are being run in partnership with Go Canoeing,
Poole Harbour Canoe Club, Dorset Paddle
Ability and ShoreSports.
www.gocanoeing.org.ukwww.phcc.org.ukwww.shoresports.co.ukwww.phcc.org.uk/index.php/sections/paddlability
Canoe - open top boat with single blade paddle
Kayak - closed top boat with a double bladed paddle
Instructor-led paddle sessions from Wimborne
and Christchurch aimed at teaching people the
basics and giving you the confidence and skills
to canoe or kayak more regularly. Sessions will
be informal, fun and aimed at adults, families
Canoeing and Kayaking
*Family prices are stated as per person. Families must consist of between 2 and 5 people including a maximum of 2 adults (parent or legal guardian).
Christchurch - MudefordADULT KAYAKING
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
Course Introduction
22nd June or 3rd August 6.00pm-8.00pm Monday £5 persession27th June or 1st August 9.30am-11.30am Saturday
Course 1 29th June, 6th & 13th July 6.00pm-8.00pm Monday
£15per course
Course 2 4th, 11th & 18th July 10.00am-12.00pm Saturday
Course 3 8th, 15th & 22nd August 9.30am-11.30am Saturday
Course 4 10th, 17th & 24th August 6.00pm-8.00pm Monday
FAMILY KAYAKING*
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
Course Introduction
26th May or 6th August 9.30am-11.30am Tuesday & Thursday £5 per person per session3rd or 26th October 10.00am-12.00pm Saturday & Monday
Course 1 27th, 28th & 29th May 9.30am-11.30am Wed, Thurs & Fri
£10per personper course
Course 2 13th, 20th & 27th August 9.30am-11.30am Thursday
Course 3 10th, 17th & 24th October 10.00am-12.00pm Saturday
Course 4 27th, 28th & 29th October 10.00am-12.00pmTuesday, Wednesday
& Thursday
Location: Mudeford Quay, BH23 4AB.
Equipment: Boats, paddles and buoyancy aids provided.
Ages: Aged 8 and over, all children to be accompanied by an adult.
Notes: Wear light but warm clothing, avoid wearing jeans.
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East Dorset - Wimborne ADULT KAYAKING & CANOEING
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
Course Introduction
3rd August 6.00pm-8.00pm Monday£5 per
session15th August 11.00am-1.00pm Saturday
23rd May or 27th June 12.00pm-2.00pm Saturday
Course 1 26th, 27th & 28th May 6.00pm-8.00pmTuesday, Wednesday
& Thursday
£15per course
Course 2 4th, 11th & 18th July 12.00pm-2.00pm Saturday
Course 3 4th, 5th & 6th August 6.00pm-8.00pmTuesday, Wednesday
& Thursday
Course 415th August 2.00pm-4.00pm Saturday
16th August 11.00am-4.00pm Sunday
FAMILY KAYAKING & CANOEING*
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
Course Introduction
23rd May or 27th June 2.30pm-4.30pm Saturday£5
per person per session
1st August 12.00pm-2.00pm Saturday
17th August 2.00pm-4.00pm Monday
Course 126th May 11.00am-4.00pm Tuesday
£10per personper course
27th May 11.00am-1.00pm Wednesday
Course 2 4th, 11th & 18th July 2.30pm-4.30pm Saturday
Course 33rd August 10.00am-3.00pm Monday
4th August 10.00am-12.00pm Tuesday
Course 4 18th, 19th & 20th August 2.00pm-4.00pmTuesday, Wednesday
& Thursday
*Family prices are stated as per person. Families must consist of between 2 and 5 people including a maximum of 2 adults (parent or legal guardian).
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East Dorset - WimborneACCESSIBLE KAYAKING & CANOEING (PADDLE ABILITY)*
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
Course Introduction
1st August 2.30pm-4.30pm Saturday £5 per session24th May 2.00pm-4.00pm Sunday
Course 1 27th, 28th & 29th May 2.00pm-4.00pmWednesday, Thursday
& Friday
£15per course
Course 2 4th, 5th and 6th August 3.00pm-5.00pmTuesday, Wednesday
& Thursday
Course 3 TBC TBC TBC
Course 4 TBC TBC TBC
Location: Wimborne Riverside, meet at Dreamboats, BH21 1PF.
Equipment: Boats, paddles and bouyancy aids provided.
Ages: Aged 8 and over, all children to be accompanied by an adult.
Notes: Wear light but warm clothing, avoid wearing jeans.
*These sessions are for people who have or are affected by mobility issues, sensory impairment
issues, disability or long term health problems (including obesity). The sessions are also suitable
for older people or those who do not feel confident to join the regular adult sessions.
A selection of golf taster sessions and
beginner tuition courses taking place
at Moors Valley Country Park and
Two Riversmeet (Christchurch).
Taster sessionsAn introductory session which allows you to
try your hand at golf under the supervision of
a PGA golf professional. Taster sessions will
be on offer for both families and adults and all
equipment will be provided so all you need is a
bit of swing!
Introduction to Golf
Beginners CourseSix week courses teaching you all the skills
you need to improve your game. There will be
courses for families and others for adults only,
taking place both at Moors Valley and
2 Riversmeet Leisure Centre in Christchurch.
All equipment is again provided, although you
are welcome to bring your own clubs.
These sessions are run in partnership with the
Dorset County Golf Partnership.
www.dorsetgolfpartnership.org.uk
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Moors ValleyADULT GOLF
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
Course Introduction
7th May 11.00am-12.00pm Thursday£3 per
session10th April or 4th September 9.30am-10.30am Friday
10th July 10.30am-11.30am Friday
Course 117th & 24th April, 1st, 8th,
15th & 22nd May9.30am-10.30am Friday
£18 per course
Course 214th, 21st & 28th May, 4th,
11th, 18th June11.00am-12.00pm Thursday
Course 317th, 24th & 31st July, 7th,
14th & 21st August10.30am-11.30am Friday
Course 411th 18th & 25th September,
2nd, 9th & 16th October9.30am-10.30am Friday
FAMILY GOLF*
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
Course Introduction
11th April or 5th September 1.00pm-2.00pm Saturday £3 per personper session6th June 1.30pm-2.30pm Saturday
Course 118th & 25th April, 2nd, 9th,
16th & 23rd May1.00pm-2.00pm Saturday
£12per personper course
Course 213th, 20th & 27th June, 4th,
11th & 18th July1.30pm-2.30pm Saturday
Course 312th, 19th & 26th September,
3rd, 10th & 17th October1.00pm-2.00pm Saturday
Location: Moors Valley Golf Course, BH24 2ET.
Equipment: Clubs and balls provided.
Ages: Aged 8 and over, all children to be accompanied by an adult.
*Family prices are stated as per person. Families must consist of between 2 and 5 people including a maximum of 2 adults (parent or legal guardian).
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Christchurch - Two RiversmeetADULT GOLF
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
Course Introduction
6th May 9.30am-10.30am Wednesday£3 per
session2nd June 11.00am-12.00pm Tuesday
1st September 9.00am-10.30am Tuesday
Course 113th, 20th & 27th May, 3rd,
10th, & 17th June9.30am-10.30am Wednesday
£18per course
Course 29th, 16th, 23rd & 30th June,
7th & 14th July11.00am-12.00pm Tuesday
Course 327th June 10.30am-12.30pm Saturday
28th June 10.30am-2.00pm Sunday
Course 48th, 15th, 22nd &
29th September, 6th & 13th October
9.30am-10.30am Tuesday
FAMILY GOLF*
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
Course Introduction
19th April or 10th May 9.30am-10.30am Sunday £3 per personper session27th July 10.00am-11.00am Monday
Course 126th April, 3rd, 10th, 17th,
24th & 31st May9.30am-10.30am Sunday
£12per personper course
Course 2 27th, 28th & 29th July 11.00am-12.00pmMonday, Tuesday &
Wednesday
Course 317th, 24th & 31st May, 7th
14th & 21st June10.45am-11.45am Sunday
Location: Two Riversmeet Leisure Centre, Christchurch, BH23 1HW.
Equipment: Clubs and balls provided.
Ages: Aged 8 and over, all children to be accompanied by an adult.
*Family prices are stated as per person. Families must consist of between 2 and 5 people including a maximum of 2 adults (parent or legal guardian).
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Beginner CoursesThe next step on from the Try Orienteering
taster sessions are the beginner courses.
These will involve six hours of tuition spread
over two sessions, to improve your skills and
confidence in orienteering.
www.wimborne-orienteers.org.ukwww.britishorienteering.org.uk
The sessions offer the perfect introduction to
map reading and orienteering skills.
Try OrienteeringThese sessions are led by members of
Wimborne Orienteering Club. Taster sessions
designed for families offer the ideal way to
experience orienteering for the first time, or to
refresh your orienteering skills.
Orienteering
Moors ValleyADULT ORIENTEERING
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
Course 1 6th June & 13th June 9.30am-12.30pm Saturday£12
per courseCourse 2 13th, 20th & 27th August 6.00pm-8.00pm Thursday
Course 3 19th September 9.30am-4.30am Saturday
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Moors ValleyFAMILY ORIENTEERING*
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
Try Orienteering
14th February, 14th March, 11th April, 9th May, 13th
June, 11th July, 8th August or 12th September
1.30pm-3.00pm Saturday£2.50
per person per session
Course 1 1st & 2nd April 2.00pm-5.00pm Wednesday & Thursday£6
per personper course
Course 2 16th April 9.30am-5.00pm Saturday
Course 3 17th & 18th August 2.00pm-5.00pm Monday & Tuesday
Location: Moors Valley Country Park & Forest, BH24 2ET.
Equipment: Maps and compasses provided.
Ages: Aged 10 and over, all children to be accompanied by an adult.
Christchurch - Highcliffe CastleADULT ORIENTEERING
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
30th May 10.00am - 1.00pm Saturday
£6.00 per session
12th October 1.00pm-4.00pm Monday
4th & 27th June 2.00pm-5.00pm Thursday & Saturday
23rd July 11.00am-2.00pm Thursday
FAMILY ORIENTEERING*
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
11th August 11.00am-2.00pm Tuesday£3.00
per person per session
26th September 10.00am-1.00pm Saturday
26th, 30th May, 4th July & 12th September 2.00pm-5.00pm Tuesday & Saturday
Location: Highcliffe Castle, Rothesay Drive,
Highcliffe, Dorset, BH23 4LE.
Equipment: Maps and compasses provided.
Ages: Aged 10 and over, all children to be accompanied by an adult.
*Family prices are stated as per person. Families must consist of between 2 and 5 people including a maximum of 2 adults (parent or legal guardian).
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Weekly running opportunities from Moors
Valley, Two Riversmeet Leisure Centre
(Christchurch), Kingston Lacy and Ferndown
Leisure Centre. These sessions are beginner
focused and run throughout the year. Led
by qualified running instructors, these fun
and social sessions are an ideal way to begin
running both for fun and to improve your health.
www.runengland.org
Run for FunIn conjunction with Run
England, waymarked routes
of 1, 2 and 3 miles have been installed at
Moors Valley Country Park & Forest and a
1-mile route from Two Riversmeet Leisure
Centre. These are waymarked with round
metal Run England 3,2,1 discs. Download
the Moors Valley running map from
www.moors-valley.co.uk/planning-your-visit/walking-trails
Moors ValleyRUNNING
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
1 30th April through till 18th June
9.45am-10.45am Thursday£8.00
per block of 8 sessions
2 25th June through till 13th August
3 20th August through till 8th October
4 15th October through till 3rd December
5 10th December through till 28th January 2016
Location: Moors Valley Country Park & Forest, BH24 2ET.
Ages: Adults 18 and over.
In order to support beginners we advise you to book for an 8 week block to help establish a routine.
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Christchurch - Two RiversmeetRUNNING
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
1 3rd March through till 21st April
9.20am-10.20am Tuesday£3.00
per session
2 28th April through till 16th June
3 23rd June through till 11th August
4 18th August through till 6th October
5 13th October through till 1st December
6 8th December through till 26th January 2016
Location: Two Riversmeet Leisure Centre, Christchurch, BH23 1HW.
Ages: Adults 18 and over.
East Dorset - Kingston LacyRUNNING
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
1 3rd March through till 21st April
9.20am-10.20am Tuesday£8.00
per block of 8 sessions
2 28th April through till 16th June
3 23rd June through till 11th August
4 18th August through till 6th October
5 13th October through till 1st December
6 8th December through till 26th January 2016
Location: Kingston Lacy Estate, BH21 4EA.
Ages: Adults 18 and over.
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Not sure which sports are for you or your
family? Come along to one of our Multi-Sport
activity days and try some sports for free.
The emphasis is on having FUN and TAKING
PART and hopefully you will discover a new
experience that you love. Activities will
range from golf, rounders, orienteering and
mountain biking to Nordic walking and will
include equipment and guided instruction.
LOCATION DATE(S) TIME DAY
Moors Valley Country Park 30th May 11.00am-4.00pm Saturday
Kingston Lacy National Trust TBC TBC TBC
Highcliffe Castle 23rd August 11.00am-4.00pm Sunday
West Parley Sports Club 7th June 11.00am-3.00pm Sunday
Costs: all free, although normal parking/entry charges apply.
Multi Sport Activity Days
Petanque is a form of boules where the goal is
to throw hollow metal balls as close as
possible to a small wooden ball called a
cochonnet, literally “piglet”, more commonly
known as a jack. Rounders sessions for all ages
will allow people to ‘chuck It, whack it, leg it
and smile! all over again. Whether you want to
join a session as a one off or perhaps as a way
Rounders and Petanqueof ‘returning to rounders’ - we guarantee you
will have fun!
All of these sessions are informal and fun and
designed to let novices (re)discover a love of
some cool sports.
LOCATION ACTIVITY DATE(S) DAY TIME
Moors Valley Country ParkPetanque &
Rounders
30th May Saturday
11.00am-4.00pmHighcliffe Castle 23rd August Sunday
West Parley 7th June Sunday
Costs: all free, although normal parking/entry charges apply.
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An opportunity to try the thrill of cycling
off-road tracks and trails at night using high
powered lights whilst under the watchful
eyes of qualified instructors. These events
Night Cyclingtake place both at Moors Valley and selected
sites around East Dorset. These sessions will
literally allow you to see your local countryside
in a whole new light.
Moors ValleyADULT NIGHT CYCLING
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
5th November through till 26th November 6.00pm-7.30pm Tuesday £4.50*
Location: Moors Valley Country Park & Forest, BH24 2ET.
Equipment: Night lights provided, subsidised bike hire available
at £2.50, normal price £5.80.
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Moors ValleyADULT MOUNTAIN BIKING
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
11th April through till 18th July 10.00am-11.30amSaturday £4.50*
5th September through till 3rd October 10.00am-11.30am
KIDS MOUNTAIN BIKING
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
11th April through till 18th July10.00am-12.00pm Saturday £6.00*
5th September through till 3rd October
Location: Moors Valley Country Park & Forest, BH24 2ET.
Equipment: £2.50 subsidised bike hire available, normal price £5.80.
Ages: 8 and over on family sessions and all children to be accompanied by an adult. Aged 8 to 14, on
children’s sessions. If outside these age range please call the Health and Activity Team on 01425 470721.
*Prices are stated on a per person, per session basis.
Incorporating a mixture of mountain bike
skills these sessions will help you develop
your endurance, increase your levels of
adventure and help you explore our beautiful
countryside. These fun and informal sessions
use many different terrains to provide an
exciting adrenalin rush of cycling activity.
Mountain BikingLed by qualified mountain bike
instructors. We will also be offering two hour
guided rides through several locations based in
and around East Dorset. These explorer rides
are perfect for adults who want positive social
activity to explore our countryside a little
bit more.
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East Dorset Explorer RidesADULT MOUNTAIN BIKING
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
17th April through till 24th July 10.00am-12.00pm Friday £4.50*
Location: Ferndown, Christchurch, Moors Valley and Stewarts Garden Centre.
Equipment: Bike hire available at Ferndown, Christchurch and Moors Valley.
Booking in advance required for bike hire.
*Prices are stated on a per session basis.
Moors ValleyCYCLE ORIENTEERING
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
13th June or 12th September 10.00am-3.00pm Saturday free
Location: Moors Valley Country Park & Forest, BH24 2ET.
Equipment: Maps provided, bike hire available.
Ages: Aged 8 and over, all children to be accompanied by an adult.
Other: Prizes and limited free bike hire available, call the Health and Activity Team for more details.
East Dorset - WimborneCYCLE ORIENTEERING
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
26th August 5.30pm-7.30pm Wednesday free
Location: Badbury Rings, Wimborne.
Equipment: No bike hire available.
Ages: Aged 8 and over, all children to be accompanied by an adult.
An exciting sport using a map to navigate
the tracks and trails of Moors Valley Country
Park & Forest and the Kingston Lacy Estate by
bike, finding the control points to add an extra
challenge. A fun and informal event for people
Cycle Orienteeringof all ages and abilities,
with qualified British Mountain Bike
Orienteering instructors on hand to guide you
through the basics.
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Led by trained volunteer health cycle leaders
these weekly free rides help you establish a
routine, build confidence on a bike and get
back into exercise. They cover approximately
Health Cycle Ridessix miles and mainly include
off-road trails, except from Highcliffe Castle,
which includes road cycling.
LOCATION MEET DAY TIME COST
Highcliffe Castle, Christchurch Castle tea rooms Monday 10.00-11.00am* free
Moors Valley Country Park Cycle hire centre Wednesday 10.00-11.00am** free
Kingston Lacy Estate Main house car park Thursday 9.30-10.30am free
Ferndown Ferndown Forest Golf Club Tuesday 10.00am-11.00am free
* Not on Bank Holidays. ** 9.30-10.30am during summer holidays.
Parking: Free at Moors Valley for first three rides (with presentation of voucher).
Free at Kingston Lacy and Ferndown. Free at Highcliffe Castle between October-March
(otherwise normal charges apply).
Explore 1000 acres of Park
and Forest on foot or by
bike along easy to follow
waymarked trails
Experience travelling by steam on the
narrowgauge Steam Railway or the
thrill of trekking from tree to tree on the
Go Ape Tree Top Adventure
Enjoy playing on unique
play sculptures on the Play Trail
Open all year round. Find us 10 miles north of Bournemouth at Ashley Heath - BH24 2ET Entrance is free but parking charges apply. Max. daily charge for 2015 is £9 per car per day
Moors Valley is cared for by East Dorset District Council and the Forestry Commission
Visit for just 14p per
day with a season
ticket
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Run in partnership with the Wessex Accessible
Cycling Club (WACC) these sessions are a
fantastic opportunity for accessible cycling in
a beautiful traffic free environment. There are
a range of different adaptive bikes and WACC
Accessible Cyclingwill assess which are suitable. Sessions will be
delivered by a nationally qualified leader and
will help make our local countryside
accessible to all.
www.wessexacc.org.uk
Moors ValleyACCESSIBLE CYCLING
DATE(S) TIME DAY(S) COST
5th May through till 21st May
11.00am-12.00pm Tuesday & Thursday free2nd June through till 16th July
1st September through till 22nd October
3rd November through till 3rd December
Location: Moors Valley Country Park & Forest, BH24 2ET.
Equipment: Various accessible bikes available.
Other: Bikes must be prebooked due to a limited number and each being specific to varying
disabilities. Please call the Health and Activity Team for more details or to arrange a
1-2-1 consultation.
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Health WalksA range of free walks, led by trained volunteer
health walk leaders, run every week to help
you establish a routine, get back into exercise
or return from injury and illness. There are
weekly walks running from Moors Valley,
Christchurch, Verwood, Wimborne, West Moors, Ferndown and West Parley. These
free walks are part of the national Walking for
Health initiative.
Walking for Health is a national scheme
run by Macmillan and the Ramblers. Being
part of this accredited scheme ensures
that our Health Walks are nationally
recognised and are always ideal
for new walkers.
LOCATION(S) DAY TIME COST
Moors Valley Country Park Monday10.00-11.00am free
10.00-10.30am free
The Allendale Centre, Wimborne Monday 10.30-11.15am free
The Hub, Verwood (buggy walk only) Monday 10.00-11.00am free
Ferndown Leisure Centre Tuesday 10.00-11.00am free
The Hub, Verwood Tuesday 10.00-11.00am free
The Allendale Centre, Wimborne Tuesday 10.30-11.15am free
Moors Valley Country Park Wednesday 10.00-11.00am free
West Parley Sport and Social Club Wednesday 10.00-11.00am free
Q.E. Leisure Centre, Wimborne * Wednesday 10.30am-12.00pm free
Penn Court Cafe, West Moors Thursday 10.00-11.00am free
The Hub, Verwood Friday 10.00-11.00am free
Christchurch Strollers, various locations ** various various free
Corfe Mullen TBC TBC free
Alderholt TBC TBC free
Parking: Parking is free from Ferndown Leisure Centre, The Hub and Q.E. Leisure Centre. Moors
Valley Country Park is free for the first three walks (with presentation of voucher). Local car parks
and suitable off-road parking is available from the Allendale Centre and Penn Court Cafe.
* These walks run from an off-site location once a month. Visit moors-valley.co.uk for more details
or call the Health and Activity Team on 01425 480811.
** These walks run from various locations and various days all over Christchurch, please visit
dorsetforyou.com/396335 for more information.
www.walkingforhealth.org.uk
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Green Exercise Referral SchemeThe Green Exercise Referral Scheme, which
you can be referred onto by your doctor, is a 12
week exercise programme offered within the
unique location of Moors Valley Country Park &
Forest. The programme includes four one-to-
one consultations with a qualified exercise
referral consultant, a bespoke exercise
programme, small group sessions and regular
follow-up sessions to assess improvement.
The activities are based around outdoor
exercise and include walking and cycling.
funded by...
Wellness Walks
ACTIVITY DAY(S) TIME COST
12 Week Referral ProgrammeTuesday, Wednesday and
Thursdayvarious free *
LOCATION DAY TIME COST
Verwood Surgery, Verwood Monday 10.00-10.30am free
The Quarter Jack Surgery, Wimborne Wednesday 10.00-10.30am free
Corbin Avenue, Ferndown Thursday 10.00-10.30am free
West Moors Group Practice Thursday 10.00-10.30am free
* Free if you are referred by a doctor from one of the ten
East Dorset localities, listed.
Location: Moors Valley Country Park & Forest, BH24 2ET.
Contact: For more information please speak to a Lifestyle
Co-ordinator on 01202 795141.
These short half hour walks aim to help people
get back into exercise and are led by qualified
fitness instructors. Designed to allow people to
ease themselves back into exercise these small
group sessions are ideal for people returning
from injury, illness or inactivity.
Parking: No parking is available at any of the surgeries or practices themselves, but suitable
off-road parking is available.
Notes: All walks are approximately one mile long. If you are unsure of your suitability please con-
sult your doctor or call the Lifestyle Co-ordinator on 01202 795141.
Corbin Avenue Surgery, Ferndown
Cranborne Practice, Wimborne
The Old Dispensary, Wimborne
Orchid House Surgery, Ferndown
Penny’s Hill Practice, Ferndown
The Quarter Jack Surgery, Wimborne
The Verwood Surgery
West Moors Group Practice
Walford Mill Medical Practice
The Village Practice, West Moors
www.walkingforhealth.org.uk
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Other Active OpportunitiesOur Health and Activity Team have always
offered many different recreational
opportunities and will continue to do so
alongside the wonderful activities on offer
through Activate Coast and Countryside. The
following activities are weekly instructor-led
sessions and are ideal for any abilities.
A perfect way to increase your weekly exercise
in a fun and social environment.
Buggy Fitness Workouts
LOCATION(S) DAY TIME COST
Moors Valley Country Park, BH24 2ET Tues & Thurs 10.00-11.00am £4.50
Ages: Adults over 18.
Notes: 6-week post partum check-up must be undertaken before participating.
Subscription: £40 for 10 weeks (normal price £45).
Specially designed instructor-led sessions
to give new parents or grandparents the
opportunity to exercise, get some fresh air and
socialise, all in a fun, friendly environment!
A great workout that incorporates specific
exercises and stretches and is suitable for all
levels of fitness.
Power Walking
LOCATION(S) DAY TIME COST
Moors Valley Country Park, BH24 2ET Tuesday 10.00-11.00am £4.50
Ages: Adults over 18.
Subscription: £40 for 10 weeks (normal price £45).
Want to become fitter, stronger and bursting
with health and energy? If so then Power
Walking is the activity for you! The Power
Walking technique provides a simple yet
effective way of giving your whole body a
thorough workout with minimal impact on
joints. They are instructor-led and small groups
only, allowing everyone involved to establish a
greater weekly exercise routine.
Countryside Walks - Please see website for more details.
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Nordic Walking is an enhancement of ordinary
walking, it makes something we can all do
twice as effective! The use of poles not only
helps incorporate the upper body into the
workout, it also helps to propel the walker
along, meaning they work harder than usual,
yet the support given makes it feel easier!
Taster Sessions See website for dates. An introductory
opportunity to learn about the benefits of
Nordic Walking and to try out a simple session
from one of our qualified instructors.
Learn To Courses See website for dates. These are four week
courses taking you through all the techniques
and skills to ensure you walk with an
effective technique. Once you have
completed the course you will gain
a Freedom Card which enables you to attend
a Nordic Walking UK session anywhere in the
country.
Weekly SessionsOnce you have completed a Learn To Course
there is a choice of weekly sessions which will
run throughout the year.
Workouts: these sessions ensure participants
work at a level that will get the most out of
every step and the focus is on progression,
intensity and variety.
Wellness Walks: ideal for those who are
concerned about their fitness levels, impeded
due to poor mobility or have medical issues.
Nordic Walking
Weekly SessionsDAY TYPE TIME LOCATION(S) COST
Monday Workout 10.00–11.00am Moors Valley Country Park £4.50
Monday Wellness 10.00–11.00am Moors Valley Country Park £4.50
Wednesday Workout 1.30–2.30pm Wimborne * £4.50
Thursday Workout 10.00–11.00am Ferndown £4.50
Friday Workout 10.00–11.00am Moors Valley Country Park £4.50
Saturday Workout 10.00–11.00am Moors Valley Country Park £4.50
* The starting points vary each week so please confirm on booking.
Ages: Adults over 18. Notes: Poles provided free of charge.
Nordic Adventure Walks - Please see website for more details.
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Calling all VolunteersOur Health Walks and Health Rides are
volunteer-led and without our dedicated
team of walk and cycle leaders these events
would simply not exist. If you are interested in
becoming a qualified leader then please call
the Health and Activity Team on 01425 470721.
All training courses are FREE and are generally
held at Moors Valley Country Park. We also have
voluntary opportunities for conservation work.
Please call for more details.
PhotographsFrom time to time we take photographs of
people on events for use in press releases or
promotional material. If you have any objections
to your photo being taken or used then please let
us know before the event.
Health and SafetyFor more information on our events, to check
the suitability of an event due to disability or
illness or to make a booking please contact the
Rangers. The event leader is responsible for the
safety of participants at all times during the
event. If an individual’s behaviour is affecting the
staffing ratios and hence safety on an event then
we reserve the right to ask the individual to leave
the event or to be collected.
CancellationsWe reserve the right to cancel or postpone an
event if there are insufficient numbers, extreme
weather conditions or should unforeseen
circumstances arise. Full refunds will be given
under these conditions. If you are unable to
attend an event please let us know as soon as
possible. We will be able to give you credit if given
seven days notice. Any less and unfortunately it
will not be possible to give a credit.
Maps
Moors Valley - BH24 2ET
Kingston Lacy - BH21 4EA
Highcliffe Castle - BH23 4LE