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Supportive Young Onset Dementia Walk with the Alzheimer's Society

In collaboration with the Alzheimer's Society, join our new walking group, specifically for people living with young onset dementia.

  • Booking essential
  • Free event

In collaboration with the Alzheimer's Society, join our new walking group, specifically for people living with young onset dementia and their carer or companion. The group offers a friendly and supportive environment where participants can enjoy the outdoors, meet others, and stay active - at a pace that feels comfortable and enjoyable for everyone.

Representatives from the Alzheimer's Society will be there throughout the walk to offer support and assistance.

This free, guided walk will take in a circular route and follow surfaced paths through the garden, parkland and chapel grounds at Killerton.

There are some steep inclines and uneven ground in places, which may be challenging for wheelchair and mobility aid users. Sturdy shoes recommended.

The walk is approximately 1 mile, please allow approximately 1 hour.

Please book a place for each individual attending (including carer or companion). Age 16+.

No dogs.

This walk is free of charge however booking is essential. A National Trust membership is not required to take part in this walk.

Meeting at 11am in the courtyard outside Visitor Reception.

Parking will be free, please provide car registration details to the walk leader on arrival.

Times

The basics

Booking number

Call 0344 249 1895

Accessibility

Distance: approximately 1 miles / allow 1 hour. Steep hills and uneven ground in places. Steep inclines may be challenging for wheelchairs and mobility aid users.

Meeting point

Meet outside the Engine House in the main Killerton car park

Suitability for children

Age 16+.

What to bring and wear

Hills and uneven, ground in places. Please wear good walking boots or sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.

Contact info

National Trust Box Office

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