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Nordic walking at Kingston Lacy

Nordic Walking is an enhancement of ordinary walking. When trained in the right technique to use the poles effectively, it increases use of the upper body and enables you to work harder but it feels easier!

  • Booking essential

We are supporting Dorset Council to deliver a range of Nordic walking sessions at Kingston Lacy.

Discover what Nordic walking is all about with a free taster session: • Tuesday 28 January, 11.30am • Tuesday 11 March, 11.30am • Tuesday 20 May, 10am • Tuesday 23 September, 10am

Master the basics and improve your Nordic walking technique with a ‘Get into Nordic Walking’ session (£15 per person): • Tuesday 4 February, 11.30am • Tuesday 18 March, 11.30am • Tuesday 27 May, 11.30am • Tuesday 30 September, 11.30am

Each week join the team for either a wellness walk, a gentle mobility focused walk, or a workout walk, designed to improve your fitness. Each walk is £5 per person. To join these a ‘Get into Nordic walking’ course must have been completed. • Weekly on a Tuesday, 10am

All of these sessions must be pre-booked with Dorset Council. Please telephone 01425 480811.

All participants must complete a Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PARQ) and this can be done very quickly and easily online - https://dorset-self.achieveservice.com/service/Physical-Activity-Readiness-Questionnaire

Health Cycles are delivered by Dorset Council's Health and Activity team and not the National Trust.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

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All £5.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 01425 480811

Accessibility

If you have any access needs or would like to discuss the suitability of this activity, please contact Dorset Council's Health and Activity team on 01425 480811.

Upcoming events

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Henrietta's Garden 

Join us this year in celebrating the 20th anniversary of the restoration of Henrietta Bankes’ vision of the Japanese Garden, filled with cherry blossom, bamboo and acers.

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19 Apr to 27 Sep 2025
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09:30 to 16:00
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Easter Egg Hunt at Kingston Lacy 

Join in the Easter fun this spring. Put on your bunny ears, complete the ten amazing activities around the the Easter adventure field before claiming your tasty prize. Normal admission applies.

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19 Apr to 21 Apr 2025
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10:00 to 15:00
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Henrietta's house and garden tour 

Discover how Henrietta Bankes, an influential member of the family, made her mark at Kingston Lacy in the house and garden and feel like one of her guests. Book a place on a guided tour running monthly during March- September.

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22 Apr to 9 Sep 2025
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09:45 to 11:15
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Kingston Lacy social walks 

Discover the ever changing Kingston Lacy woodlands and countryside and have the opportunity to meet new people on these gentle strolls, ranging from 3-4 miles (around 1.5 hours).

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23 Apr to 9 Dec 2025
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10:00 to 11:30
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