National Walking Month

National Walking Month takes place across the whole of May 2026, a month-long push encouraging people to swap short journeys for walks and discover the benefits of getting active on foot. It is the perfect prompt to build a daily walking habit.

When is National Walking Month?

National Walking Month is marked every May (1-31). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause — see the full calendar.

Why National Walking Month matters

Walking is one of the simplest, most accessible ways to improve physical and mental health, ease loneliness and cut traffic and pollution. A walking habit benefits people of every age and ability, and costs nothing to start. Explore community support volunteering.

How to get involved in National Walking Month

There are three simple ways to make National Walking Month count:

• Volunteer — lead or steward a local group walk so others feel safe and supported getting active. Browse opportunities.
• Fundraise — set yourself a sponsored daily step or distance challenge across May for a cause you care about.
• Raise awareness — share your favourite local routes and encourage colleagues, friends and family to walk more this month.

National Walking Month volunteering opportunities

Mark National Walking Month by doing something real. Find volunteering opportunities and start today.

Get involved with National Walking Month

Browse live opportunities, log your hours, and earn verified badges you can add to your CV and LinkedIn. Find volunteering roles or see more awareness days.