NCT Walk and Talk groups are free, local walks for new mums and dads to support each other by meeting face-to-face to chat and share experiences.

Discover the benefits of our Walk and Talk groups, see upcoming walks in your area, and learn how to become a volunteer.

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Benefits of Walk and Talks

We launched our Walk and Talk groups during the pandemic in September 2020. The groups were built on the concept established by NCT volunteers of hosting local walking groups. 

Led by NCT volunteers, our Walk and Talk groups give parents the opportunity to:

  • get outdoors with their babies on a safe and accessible route
  • improve their mental health and wellbeing 
  • make new friends and feel part of a community
NCT Walk & Talk

NCT Walk and Talk has given me a reason to get up and ready on those difficult days. Even if we don't always make it on time, at least we're up and dressed. It’s had such a huge impact on my wellbeing as a new mum during lockdown.

Vicki

Find local Walk and Talk groups

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24 Feb
10:30am - 11:30am
Norton Common, Letchworth, SG6 4UE
Free
24 Feb
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Shirley Park, Shirley, B90 3AL
26 Feb
10:30am - 12:00pm
Newbold Comyn Park, Leamington Spa, CV32 4EU
Free
03 Mar
11:00am - 1:00pm
Riverside Country Park, ME7 2XH
Free
08 Mar
10:30am - 12:00pm
Gedling Country Park, Mapperley, NG4 4PE
07 Apr
11:00am - 1:00pm
Riverside Country Park, ME7 2XH
Free
12 May
11:00am - 1:00pm
Riverside Country Park, ME7 2XH
Free
02 Jun
11:00am - 1:00pm
Riverside Country Park, ME7 2XH
Free
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Volunteer as a NCT Walk and Talk leader

We're looking for volunteers to help organise local Walk and Talk events and offer a vital support network to parents.

How you can help

New parents can often feel very isolated, especially if they have moved to a new area, are a long way from family or don't know anyone else with children. You can help. 

As an NCT Walk and Talk volunteer you can offer a vital support network to parents in your local area. In our survey 95% of parents who attended a Walk and Talk group felt less isolated and that their mood improved. 74% felt less anxious and 91% felt part of a community.

Find out more about volunteering for NCT Walk and Talk

What's involved

Planning your walk

Choose a route. It could be a walk you know, a walk around a park or perhaps a local footpath.

Check the route

Read our risk assessment and complete a checklist to unlock your walk.

Advertising your walk

We will help you set up a booking link so you know how many people to expect. We'll also help you advertise your walk to new and expectant parents in your area. Please note all walks must be open to the public.

At the start of the walk

Arrive early to welcome everyone and introduce yourself and NCT.

On the walk

Chat to parents and encourage conversation. Enjoy the walk!

At the end of the walk

Thank everyone for coming and let them know how to sign up to other local events.