Providing Education and Wellbeing Services for All
WALK & TALK
A simple idea. A powerful impact.
Walk & Talk is one of Recreate‑U’s core programmes, supporting people through movement, conversation and connection in nature.
For many, this is where their journey begins.
💬 “This group has saved my life.”
💬 “It’s a lifeline — I don’t know where I’d be without it.”
Our sessions are:
- Friendly and welcoming
- Open to all abilities
- Focused on connection, not pressure
- Participants come for a walk - and leave feeling calmer, more connected and supported.
Why this matters
People who are inactive are up to three times more likely to experience depression
Regular physical activity can reduce the risk of depression by up to 30%
A Trusted, In‑Demand Programme
Recreate‑U has delivered Walk & Talk in partnership with:
- Local authorities
- NHS partners and Primary Care Networks
- Community Connectors and Social Prescribing Link Workers
We were also a destination delivery partner for Move More Eccles, highlighting our role in supporting physical activity and wellbeing at a community level.
Our sessions are often oversubscribed, with consistent referrals and strong feedback from partners.
Participants:
- return regularly
- build relationships
- move on to further support, volunteering or other programmes
The impact
Walk & Talk supports people to:
- Reduce loneliness and isolation
- Build confidence and routine
- Increase physical activity
- Improve mental wellbeing and mood
- Develop meaningful social connections
💬 “I always leave feeling better than when I arrived.”
💬 “It’s helped me get out again and feel like myself.”
This early intervention approach helps reduce pressure on health services while creating lasting, meaningful change.
Learn. Connect. Grow.
Education and wellbeing programmes across Greater Manchester and beyond
Our work is guided by Recreate-U’s core values: creating meaningful journeys, offering bespoke support, helping people learn and grow, and delivering professional, high-quality experiences.