A friendly walking club for people who are blind or living with sight loss is looking for new volunteers to help lead its monthly walks across North Wales.
Clwb Cerdded Eryri Walking Club has been bringing people together since 2007, helping members stay active, build confidence and enjoy the company of others while exploring some of the beautiful paths and trails of Ynys Môn, Gwynedd and Conwy.
For many people living with sight loss, getting out and about independently can be challenging. That’s why these walks mean so much. They provide an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors in a safe, supportive environment, reconnect with nature, make new friends, and improve both physical and mental wellbeing.
The group meets on the third Wednesday of every month at the North Wales Society of the Blind’s offices in Bangor before travelling by coach to the walk location. Transport is provided free of charge, removing one of the biggest barriers many people face in taking part.
Walks are carefully planned and can be up to five miles long, with routes chosen to ensure everyone feels comfortable, safe and included. Between 20 and 30 people usually join each outing, including walkers with sight loss, volunteer guides and often a few guide dogs too.
The club is now looking for volunteers who would be willing to help organise and lead future walks, ensuring this much-loved activity can continue to support people living with sight loss across North Wales.
You don’t need to be an experienced hiker. If you enjoy walking, meeting people and helping others, this could be a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in your community. A dedicated team of volunteers already supports the group by guiding walkers, offering assistance when needed and sharing plenty of conversation and laughter along the way.
The walks help people stay active, maintain their independence and enjoy the benefits of spending time outdoors. They also provide valuable social connections and a boost to everyone’s mental wellbeing.
If you’d like to find out more about helping to lead future walks, contact Bethan Sage Williams, Engagement Officer, on 01248 353604 or email admin@nwsb.org.uk.
We’d love to hear from you. Join us and help ensure these much-loved walks continue to bring friendship, confidence and adventure to people living with sight loss across North Wales.
Photos: A recent photo o the group taken from our last walk at Porthaethwy. Also, various photos of recent walks.
