For inspiration, we’ve provided some of our favourite walking routes across Teesside and some mapped routes that can be done straight from your front door in Stockton for you to try!
There are many physical and mental health benefits from taking part in physical activity!
Through physical activity you can strengthen your bones, lower your blood pressure and live a more fulfilling life. For a full list of physical health benefits that come from taking part in regular physical activity click here.
Taking part in regular physical activity can also greatly impact your mental health and now more than ever, our mental health matters.
When you exercise, your body releases chemicals in your brain and these chemicals trigger a positive feeling in the brain and body, ultimately leaving us feeling happier. Therefore taking part in physical activities regularly gives you this feeling all the time! For more information on how taking part in regular physical activity can help improve your mental health click here.
There are plenty of parks and nature reserves in Stockton-on-Tees for everyone to enjoy, here’s a list of ones we love for you to try! We have handpicked some walks below but lots more can be found by clicking here also. Get outdoors and see what our great region has to offer!
Stockton is a great place to walk whether it’s in the town or in the countryside, there’s plenty to choose from. With help from our partners at Stockton Borough Council, we have provided a number of walking guides that not only suggest some great places to go in your local area but will also make it easy for you to find your way around thanks to their handy maps!
Choose one of the suggested walks below and get active today! Ranging from 1.7 miles to 2.3 miles, these short walks are fun, easy to follow and can be done close to home!
Find out more about how Tees Active are working with partners to drive positive change in the community.