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A popular countywide programme of free short, regular walks led by trained volunteers and graded to suit all fitness levels and abilities.

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1 A popular countywide programme of free short, regular walks led by trained volunteers and graded to suit all fitness levels and abilities.

2 North Herts Health Walks Walks take place in Hitchin and Letchworth and towns and in surrounding villages all year round on a weekly or fortnightly basis, including weekends.

3 Why walk? Meet new people - most walks finish in the pub for a drink and a natter Get outside in your local green spaces and countryside – helping to combat stress, depression and anxiety Brisk walking helps reduce the risk of diabetes, Alzheimer's, bowel cancer and can help prevent osteoporosis, high blood pressure, stroke and coronary heart disease

4 What our health walkers say… I’m fitter and my doctor is amazed at how much my cholesterol and blood pressure have lowered The health walks are just great Excellent leaders and good routes

5 Your next step… 1.Pick up a leaflet in the waiting room or from your GP 2. Choose a Hitchin or Letchworth Health Walk 3. Just turn up! Website: www.hertfordshirehealthwalks.org Email: Healthwalks.cms@hertscc.gov.uk Tel: 01992 588433www.hertfordshirehealthwalks.orgHealthwalks.cms@hertscc.gov.uk Why not follow us on www.facebook.com/HertfordshireHealthWalks or on Twitter @HertsHealthWalkwww.facebook.com/HertfordshireHealthWalks

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