Post-Cancer Wellbeing Walk - East London

Are you looking to get active and meet others who've finished cancer treatment in Waltham Forest?

Join our free, gentle wellbeing walk in the beautiful Walthamstow Wetlands.

This guided group is for adults who have finished cancer treatment and want to enjoy the benefits of walking, fresh air, and connection with others. It’s a welcoming, low-impact way to build confidence, boost mental wellbeing, and reduce isolation.

Walks take place once a month and last around an hour. You’ll walk at your own pace with others who understand what it’s like to navigate life after cancer.

Attendees can also join a supportive walking WhatsApp group after attending.

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Who is this for? Anyone who has finished cancer treatment and wants to support their wellbeing, move gently outdoors, and connect with others in a friendly, relaxed group.

The aim: To support physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing, and help people feel more confident becoming and staying active after cancer.

Your facilitator: Our groups are led by an accredited Feel Good Walk leader who has personal experience of cancer.

Booking your place: Spaces are limited, so please pre-book. If you’re no longer able to attend, let us know so someone else can join.

Free places: If you’re unable to make a donation, select a free space. If all free spots are taken and you’d still like to attend, email us at a 10-minutewith your name and the event you’d like to join – we’re here to support you.

Donations: Your donation helps keep our services running. Free tickets are made possible thanks to funding from Walking & Cycling Grants London (WCGL).

Venue: Walthamstow Wetlands, 2 Forest Road, Walthamstow, London, N17 9NH. Meeting point: Under the bridge, in front of the Engine House Cafe.

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Getting there:

• Public transport: The meeting point is a 10-minute walk from Tottenham Hale or Blackhorse Road (Victoria Line), and served by buses 123 and 230.
• Parking: Free Blue Badge parking available (limited spaces). If you’re facing financial difficulty, speak privately to Clare at the Visitor Centre or to the Life after Cancer walk leader for help exiting the car park without charge.

What to bring

• Comfortable footwear (paths may include gentle inclines)
• Weather-appropriate clothing - it’s fully outdoors
• Water and any walking aids if required
• Sun protection if needed - parts of the walk are unshaded
• There are toilets and a café on-site
• Plenty of resting spots available, go at your own pace

Safety notice: Please check with your medical team if walking is suitable for you. Don’t attend if you’re feeling unwell. All walkers join at their own risk. Key safety info will be shared at the start of the walk, please listen carefully for your safety and the safety of others.

Note: No dogs are allowed on-site (except assistance dogs).

Follow: Life after Cancer on social media for updates & free events: Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter)

Questions? Email us at support@life-aftercancer.co.uk – we’d love to hear from you.