Mindful meandering and wellbeing walks in the Arun District
When life gets busy, it’s often the case that we forget the beauty around us. The changing seasons, budding trees, melodic songbirds, infinite shades of green, longer evenings, lighter mornings and a change of pressure and warmth in the air, all do their best to entice us outside.
For many of us, life’s challenges and the pace of everyday life can get in the way of enjoying what is on our doorstep. However, being aware and present in our surroundings, to feel a moment of calm or escape from the daily routines or chores and appreciate the low cost, high value benefits of our beautiful Arun District can work wonders. From stunning vistas to fresh air, incredible wildlife and nature at its best. All are free to enjoy if you have the chance.
Mental Health Awareness Week (15-21st May) has some fantastic resources to support mental wellbeing. Being in nature and enjoying regular exercise are included in their suggested 10 tips to boost your wellbeing
Walking is a great way to look after your wellbeing, being amongst nature is the perfect opportunity to find a moment of calm, be present in the natural environment and get fit in the process!
For local inspiration, visit the Arun Wellbeing Walks page for information on sociable organised walks, a selection of local routes and lots of useful Health and Wellbeing resources.
If you prefer to find your own way and are looking for a little added extra knowledge of the district, an ideal way to ‘escape the every day’ routine is to follow a Heritage Trail, there’s some great ones in Arundel, Bognor Regis and Littlehampton. Alternatively, you could book an expert guide to help you discover the hidden secrets of your chosen destination. Try Arundel Museum, Arundel Walking Tours, Chichester (and beyond) Tour Guides, or Britain’s Blue and Green Badge Guides
More great walking (and all things outdoors) inspiration can be found at these links on our partner websites: Visit Arundel, Love Bognor Regis, Visit Littlehampton (new website coming soon)
Spend a little time exploring a little further afield too, with a mine of information and inspiration at Experience West Sussex and of course, the ever present South Downs National Park. With endless opportunities to boost your wellbeing, go ‘off grid’ and enjoy stunning views of ‘Sussex by the Sea’ you’ll want to return again and again. For those who can’t make it in person, there’s even some great ‘virtual walks’ too, to enjoy whenever you need a quick boost and keep you going until your next visit.
Take a look at the West Sussex County Council website too for information on Public Rights of Way, Journey Planners for walking and cycling, maps, and a great pdf to download featuring Easy Access Countryside Trails in West Sussex.
So – what are you waiting for? Find time to get out and about and active in the beautiful natural environment that we are lucky enough to call home here in the Arun District in ‘Sussex by the Sea’. Share your favourite walking routes and views with us on our social channels for our wider community to enjoy! Perhaps your images might be a future ‘pic of the month’!
While you’re here, why not check out our other Things To Do blogs too!
‘Sussex by the Sea’ and Arun District Council provide this information in good faith, as provided by partners and event organisers, or researched and published on various local websites and social media channels. Please click the links provided and contact the event organiser/attraction/business or venue direct to confirm current details.
