Trek Therapy

22/07/2026

We are pleased to be supporting the YHA England and Wales Festival of Walking.

Join in on a YHA Festival of Walking social walk, led by an experienced leader. Simply browse our events and book your place. Get involved today.

22/07/2026

🌿Reflecting on Nature Connections 2026 🌿

It was a privilege to attend the Conference hosted by the University of Derby, bringing together researchers, practitioners, and organisations passionate about strengthening the relationship between people and nature.

One of the highlights was sharing the Trek Therapy approach and reflecting on how immersive experiences in nature can support wellbeing, resilience, and meaningful human connection. From thoughtful discussions to inspiring keynote presentations, the conference reinforced the growing evidence that connecting with nature is not simply beneficial it's essential for healthier communities, personal wellbeing and our planet.

A huge thank you to the organisers, speakers, and everyone who shared their research, experiences, and enthusiasm. It's encouraging to see such a vibrant community working together to make nature connectedness more accessible and impactful. I particularly enjoyed the presentations from Assoc Prof Kirsten McEwan, Ian Boyd from Mind Over Mountains and Jane Still from the Cerne Giant Festival.

Looking forward to continuing the conversation and exploring new opportunities to bring the benefits of nature to even more people.

Special thanks to Charlotte Alton for all her brilliant assistance in helping organise my presentation.

Lastly thank you for the 'seed name tags' which I was very impressed by. I will use them in my garden and enjoy watching them grow. Nature connection in the simplest of ways...

14/07/2026

What a gorgeous night for tonight's Turn up Tuesday walk in !

Thanks to everyone who joined us, it was a lovely hour spent walking and chatting in the evening sun.

See you at the same time next week! 💚

10/07/2026

We are extremely proud that our Director Ian Whiteside will be representing Trek Therapy, Lancaster University, Wordsworth Grasmere and HopegillMedia, next Thursday, when he presents at the University of Derby Nature Connections 2026 Conference regarding a collaborative project delivered last summer that engaged more than 300 people.

The project was designed to place emphasis on the power of 'walking for wellbeing' and enhance the cultural and environmental appreciation of the Morecambe Bay area and the key influence made by William Wordsworth that helped develop nature connectedness and tourism.

A film dedicated to the project was featured at the 2025 Kendal Mountain Festival.

04/07/2026

FREE screening at the Shakespeare North Playhouse Friday 9th October 2026 at 6:30pm.

On the eve of World Mental Health Day, join us for a free film screening that showcases the physical and emotional benefits of walking in nature.

“How bountiful is Nature! … Quit your couch,” urged William Wordsworth in The Excursion—and in the summer of 2025, over 200 walkers took him at his word.

Guided by an actor voicing Wordsworth’s verse, they explored the dramatic landscapes of Morecambe Bay, from Black Combe and Piel Island to Fleetwood, and even undertook a crossing of the Bay itself.

This stunning new film captures these poetic journeys and uncovers Morecambe Bay’s surprising role in the early days of Lake District tourism—when Wordsworth himself was very much part of the story.

The screening lasts 30 minutes, with an optional 15 minute Q&A with project organisers and participants. The timings have been set this way so that audiences can attend this AND continue on for The Picture of Dorian Gray at 7.30pm in the Cockpit Theatre if desired (separate ticket required).

‘Walking for Wellbeing: Around Morecambe Bay with William Wordsworth’ is a partnership between Lancaster University, Wordsworth Grasmere, HopegillMedia and Trek Therapy.

To book your ticket go to:
https://shakespearenorthplayhouse.co.uk/event/walking-for-wellbeing/

27/06/2026

Today is and a day to celebrate and show our gratitude and thanks to our Armed Forces Community.

Our Operational Director Ian Whiteside will join many members of the armed forces and veterans community in Liverpool City Centre today to celebrate and pay tribute to our Armed Forces.

🇬🇧 1:00pm Castle Street, Liverpool

27/06/2026

'Turn Up Tuesdays' are coming to Astley Park Chorley.

18/06/2026

Trek Therapy advocates walking and the importance of our own team members getting outdoors as a form of selfcare.

Our Director Ian had the pleasure and enjoyment of introducing his friends, visiting from Dortmund in Germany, to our amazing mountains in the Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri - Eryri National Park summiting Yr Wyddfa yesterday and Cwm Idwal today.