Walking

Walking is the most sustainable form of transportation there is – it produces zero emissions, and does not contribute to air pollution or climate change.  It’s also a free form of transport and has many great health benefits as well.

Walking in Westminster

Walking is a great way to see Westminster's historic buildings.  Many trips in Westminster can be done more quickly by walking than other forms of transportation.  According to Transport for London, there are 109 journeys between central London tube stations that are quicker by foot than tube.

For more information on walking in Westminster, click here.

Health Benefits of Walking

• Reduces the risk of coronary heart disease and stroke
• Lowers blood pressure
• Reduces high cholesterol
• Reduces body fat
• Reduces stress
• Enhances mental well being
• Increases bone density, thereby helping to prevent osteoporosis
• Reduces the risk of cancer of the colon
• Reduces the risk of non insulin dependant diabetes
• Helps osteoarthritis
• Helps to control body weight
  
  

Additional Walking Websites:

• Living Streets
• Walk 21
• Walk England
• Walk London
• Think Feet First
• Legible London
• Walking works
• Walk to school 2009
• Ramblers