Living Streets

Five good reasons for walking to work (and play)

What makes a Walking City? To be honest, getting fit was not the reason we created our audio walking tours but we soon discovered how quickly you can clock up the miles when you are following a good story. […]

Walking, the wonder drug – 10 good reasons for taking it.

It’s never too late for a New Year resolution, especially one that can help to make you live healthier, happier and longer. In short, walking is a wonder drug. Here are ten good reasons for taking it. […]

Ups and Downs of the Great British Walking Challenge

That’s it. After four weeks of Living Streets Great British Walking Challenge, Walking Heads blogger Fay Young reports a grand total of 62.6 times round the Wembley Stadium and 18.8 muffins burned. Or, to put it another way, 104 miles through streets of Edinburgh, Glasgow and a ramble round the West Highlands. Despite ups and downs she discovers how streets come to life when you are walking. […]

Blogging the miles on the Great British Walking Challenge

“My personal chart says I’ve burned 4.3 muffins and lapped Wembley Stadium 14.9 times (not bad since I haven’t eaten a muffin for weeks!).” Walking Heads blogger Fay Young charts her progress on the first week of the Great British Walking Challenge.  […]

From John o’ Groats to Land’s End (sort of)

Walking shoes on, headphones ready and pedometer in pocket, Walking Heads researcher and writer Fay Young explains why she is taking the Great British Walking Challenge. […]