Improving Mens Wellbeing
Through Walking & Talking
Marauders Mens Health. Together STRONGER. Improving men’s physical and mental wellbeing. through walking in talking in and around Port Talbot funded by National Lottery Community Fund
Through connecting men out in nature, we not only get fitter and healthier we break down the stigma of men’s mental health by inspiring men, to talk openly to other men who understand and have lived similar experiences. Good and bad!!
We believe that the beauty of the coast and countryside inspires togetherness and connection to improve men’s wellbeing.
It is so easy to join up. Simply contact us or turn up at one of our walks / events which can be found on the website or on our Facebook page: Marauders Mens Health.
The vast majority of contact between Marauders is on our What’s App group this is an excellent way for men to stay in touch with other Marauders and can help a man in need at any time. Please contact us to join the Whats App group.
Our vision is to enhance our impact through helping set up similar groups across Wales. To discuss this please contact us
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Why Walk & Talk?
Marauders Walk and Talk are designed to provide an opportunity to meet new friends, helping to improve men’s wellbeing. For some men, it is simply a walk with like-minded men to improve their fitness, whilst for others it is a means to reduce loneliness and to improve their mental ill health out on walks in Natures wonderful places.
We are surrounded by natural beauty on Coast and Countryside in South Wales. Nature has a fantastic means of encouraging men to open up to each other out on walks and creating Positive Energy. Walking with other men creates priceless banter bring fun to the walks which in turn helps improve your whole wellbeing.
Upcoming Walks
The best way to find out about how our Walk & Talk sessions work is to join us for a walk
Follow us on Facebook (Marauders Mens Health) – Phone us 01639 899248 / 07812000336
Email: Marauders.menshealth@gmail.com
Covid restrictions apply to all Marauders walks/activities
Monday 1.00pm – Level 1 and 2 walks for men recovering from illness/injury/mental health. Meet at the Sunken Gardens, Aberavon Beach
Monday 5.15am Aberavon Beach Walk– meet at end of the promenade by the pier
Wednesday 9.30am Aberavon Beach Walk– meet at end of the promenade by the pier
Wednesday 1.00pm – Level 1 and 2 walks for men recovering from illness/injury/mental health. Meet at the Sunken Gardens, Aberavon Beach
Wednesday 6.00pm Eukele Practice– on hold due to Covid restrictions
Thursday – Level 8 hill walking. Please see Facebook for details. Different walks weekly
Friday – Every other week. These walks are arranged ad-hoc and are Level 10. Very challenging!! Please contact us for more details
Walk Scale 2021.
1 – Beginner short flat walk e.g. 100 metres flat walk or Sunken Gardens
2 – Beginner flat walk of about 1 miles on hard flat surface eg Half the Aberavon Beach prom .
3 – Flat walk of approximately 2.5 miles or so eg. Full Aberavon Beach prom walk
4 – Flat 3 mile walk but may have sand or rougher or slippery terrain.
5 – Approx 5 miles flat walk. Canals
6 – Approx 5 miles with some inclines or slippery terrain eg Margam Park Circular
7 – Flat walk between 6 to 8 miles. E.g. longer canal walks/ hill climbing
8 – Longer distance or with steeper inclines requiring good health. Eg Forest walk/hill walks
9 – Difficult walks requiring good fitness levels. Includes Hill climbing and rough terrain of approx. 5 miles or more eg Pen y Fan (Pont ar Daf route)
10 – Very difficult requiring high fitness. 10 miles plus on difficult terrain . Eg Brecon Beacons Horsehoe/ Dragons Back
10 PLUS – Extreme walks. Brecon Beacons off track, Snowdon, Ben Nevis. Very challenging
There is something for everyone in the Marauders. This scale is just an indicator so walks can be chosen based upon fitness, confidence etc.
Please carry In Case of Emergency (ICE) contact details on you. Marauders will supply an ICE Card upon registration
Dogs are allowed but must be of good nature and under control at all times. Allowed off lead if good recall.
Please respect all other Marauders.
We recommend good quality walking boots and wet weather clothing. Please carry adequate water/drinks and light snacks.
