Woking Mind Walk
Join the fight for mental health. Walk with us and fundraise to make sure no one has to face a mental health problem alone.
We’re joining the national charity Mind on 3rd July to fly the flag for mental health with our very own Woking Mind Walk. Wherever you are in the country, join hundreds of others walking united in the fight for mental health – unstoppable together.
After all that’s happened over the last year, it’s more important than ever that everyone with a mental health problem can get support and respect. Many of us have experienced problems for the first time and those of us who were already struggling are finding things even harder.
Gather your friends & family and help us raise awareness about mental health across Surrey whilst raising vital funds for your local services.
About the Woking Mind Walk
The Mind Walk is not a physical fitness challenge, it’s about taking the fight for mental health out in the open. To raise awareness and to raise funds so we can keep fighting for support and respect for all of us with mental health problems.
Every donation you ask for could be a conversation about mental health. Talking about the Woking Mind Walk and why you are taking part could be the cue someone needs to seek information or support for themselves or a loved one.
Every conversation, every donation supports the cause and helps keep us here – on the other end of the phone, in your local community and fighting nationally for better services and support.
How to get started
1. Sign up.
Click here to set up your personal fundraising page.
2. Set a fundraising target.
We suggest setting a target of £100.00. Raise £100 or more and receive a digital medal.
£15.00 could help provide a wellbeing call for 1 person.
£25.00 could help provide a counselling session for 1 person.
3. Plan your route.
Fly the flag for mental health your own way - walk on your own or with family, take in the sunrise or sunset or meet up with friends halfway for a midday picnic.
Choose a walking distance that feels achievable and suits your walking ability. We suggest you plan for no more than 10km. You might find inspiration for your walking route on one of these sites:
Walk4Life have a fantastic library of walks as well as ways to create your own route from your postcode.
National Trails have a library of walking routes and trails, ranging from gentle to moderate difficulty levels.
Forest Trails offer walking routes that are perfect for all ages, with engaging routes for families with young children.
4. Share your fundraising page.
Share with everyone you know – friends, family, colleagues, neighbours… you could even join forces and do it together (in line with social restrictions of course!) Share news of your challenge on social media.
Don’t forget to tag us by using @Wokingmind on Twitter & Facebook
Download one or all our digital images about why you’re walking to share on Facebook or Twitter. To download simply click on your chosen image.
5. Getting involved with the Mind Walk community.
You will be one of hundreds of other Mind Walkers who will be raising funds for their local Mind. Why not join the Mind Walk Facebook group to meet other likeminded people to share tips and ask any questions you might have.
Share your photos and stories on social media and please use hashtag #TheMindWalk and tag @Wokingmind in your posts so we can see how your walk is going.