20/05/2026
National walking month is an annual campaign held throughout each May in the UK 👣
The initiative encourages individuals, communities and organisations to participate in walking challenges, organise group walks and raise awareness about the health benefits of regular walking. It is a simple and free form of exercise and transport that helps people improve fitness, explore outdoors and connect with other in a healthy, enjoyable way.
Walking offers numerous physical and mental health benefits such as strengthening the heart, lowers cholesterol, helps to maintain a healthy weight, reduces the risk of chronic diseases, enhances bone strength and stamina.