The Running Bee Foundation has announced a walking alternative to the The iconic Tour of Tameside from 16th -19th June.

North west health and wellbeing charity, The Running Bee is making an active lifestyle accessible for all and is supporting the Walking Tour of Tameside for 2022, that allows participants to enjoy all the fun without having to train for a run.

The gentle, sociable walks coincide with each of the races in the Tour of Tameside and are free to join.

Open to everyone looking to get more active and explore the beautiful areas of Tameside, sign ups via Active Tameside website are open now.

Steve Kenny, Lead at The Running Bee Foundation said, ‘’we’re very excited to be involved in the Walking Tour of Tameside in partnership with Active Tameside. Both teams have worked really hard to develop four great walking routes, across four days, for anyone wanting to participate in the Tour of Tameside but not run!’’

‘’The Walking Tour of Tameside is a great way to get local communities together, meet new people and enjoy the great outdoors. It’s set to be a weekend of fun and fitness!’’

X – Trail 10k  - 16th June

A route accessible for all, the first day of the Walking Tour takes you on a journey through Park Bridge. Starting at Oldham Rugby Club, walkers will adventure over stone steps and trail paths, making for an enjoyable evening walk.

This route covers 2.6km and begins at 6.15pm, the perfect start to a four-day walking journey.

This is a moderate walk with incline in parts, so walkers are advised to wear appropriate footwear.

Hell on the Fell – 17th June

Runners often dub the Hell on the Fell as the hardest route on the course, but for walkers there is a stunning trail to enjoy.

Starting at Copley Academy, walkers will lead up the public footpath towards Swineshaw Road. It begins with a steep incline on a gravel path but soon levels out and is flat throughout.

Walkers can explore the beauty of the Stalybridge Country Park, taking in the nature surrounding this hidden spot.

This route covers 2.92km and will begin at 6.15pm and will allow walkers to watch the runners finish the gruelling Hell on the Fell race.

Hero Half  - 18th June

Meeting at the Longedendale trail car park, walkers take on a 2km adventure on Saturday morning.

With a slight incline on the trail, this route is a moderate walk and takes you on a scenic path with lovely views of the reservoir. A slightly shorter walk, the Hero Half is a great way to start your weekend morning at walkers are expected to begin at 9am.

Dr Ron Hyde 7 – 19th June

To conclude four day’s worth of adventurous trails, walkers will finish on Sunday with a 1.93km journey through Hyde.

Accessible to wheelchairs users throughout, the final walk is a flat surface throughout and a relatively easy route to complete.

Celebrating the end of the challenge, participants will finish outside Hyde Town Hall.

You can find more about the Walking Tour via Active Tameside's website here.

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