Walk Talk Action
and the work that we do

Help with mental health
Help with mental health
Walk Talk Action is here to support people with mental health problems.
Read about the things we do to help the people of Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire who suffer with their mental health. And the wonderful support we receive from other organisations to be able to continue that help…
Classic English countryside walk
Our classic English countryside walk explores rolling fields, hidden footpaths, spring blooms, and the sights and sounds of rural wildlife.
Chase(ing) waterfalls
Our Waterfall Wander at Cannock Chase will feature scenic trails, flowing streams, Spring flowers and beautiful woodland waterfalls.
Wellbeing Workshop at Keele Uni
Join Keele Uni’s FREE 4-week Wellbeing Workshop and improve your mental and physical wellbeing. Ideal for WTA participants.
The Heart of England Way
Help us welcome Spring on this February Wilderness Walk. Scenic trails and forest views await along the Heart of England Way.
Heading for the Heights
Explore Brocton Heights and the rarely visited Oldacre Valley on this guided Cannock Chase walk. Binoculars are a must!
Back by popular demand
Explore one of Cannock Chase’s quietest forest routes on this guided late-January walk. Scenic trails, winter wildlife and peaceful woodland.
A look back on 2025
As 2025 draws to a close, we reflect with pride, gratitude and warmth on a truly meaningful year for Walk Talk Action.
A hidden gem in Staffs
Start 2026 with a peaceful walk at Blithfield Reservoir. Enjoy woodland paths, birdsong, and blissful scenic views on this guided January walk.
Chilly skies & mince pies
Explore Cannock Chase on this guided Winter walk with Lee. Enjoy scenic forest trails, wildlife, and a mince pie break to round off the year nicely.
Chase Winter wander
Discover one of Cannock Chase’s most beautiful areas on a guided winter wander with Lee. Pine trees, stream crossings and peaceful woodland.
An Alton adventure
Explore Dimmingsdale’s forest trails with frosty paths, Winter wildlife, and woodland walks. Expect a real Alton adventure with Walk Leader, Lee.
Celebrating achievements
See how participants of Walk Talk Action’s 10-Step Programme stepped out of their comfort zones at this year's Christmas Fair.
Autumn colours on the Chase
Venture with us for a scenic stroll on Cannock Chase as we explore forest trails, vibrant foliage, and wildlife. A wonderful Autumn walk for nature lovers.
Beside the Canalside
Join us for November’s Wilderness Walk, starting at Canalside Farm, continuing along the Staffs & Worcs Canal, and featuring Shugborough Estate.
Regent College DofE Success
Walk Talk Action celebrates Regent College volunteers who’ve achieved their Duke of Edinburgh Awards, guided by their amazing tutors.
NCG Community Champions
Congratulations to our Regent College volunteers who’ve been awarded NCG Community Champion of the Year 2025 for their work with WTA.
Seven Springs adventure
Explore Cannock Chase with WTA's Lee Quinn on 17th October. A moderately challenging Seven Springs walk with stunning scenery and wildlife.
Talking WTA at 6TR
Facilitator, Jaimie, and Walk Leader, Steve, talk about all things Walk Talk Action with Six Towns Radio (6TR) presenter, Adam Gratton.
Retreat revamp thanks to VSN
The Walk Talk Action Retreat in Fenton Fields has had a new roof thanks to the hard work and generosity of the Veterans Support Network.
Lee leads Cannock Chase walk
Join our new Wilderness Walk Leader, Lee Quinn, for a guided Cannock Chase walk on 3rd October 2025. Enjoy a nature-filled morning outdoors.
The Summer of 2025 at WTA
Summer 2025 at WTA had it all. From team-building to tai chi. Canoes to creativity. Moments that inspired and friendships that will last.
Big Centenary Tea Party
On Tuesday 8th July, Walk Talk Action proudly took part in something a little out of the ordinary – The Big Centenary Tea Party, a city-wide celebration.
A moving Armed Forces Parade
Walk Talk Action hosted its first Armed Forces Parade to honour those who served. It was a real community event with special guests and entertainment.
WTA Scoops 2 New Awards
Walk Talk Action has won two prestigious Mental Health Awards, winning recognition from both GHP and Prestige for our mental health support.
Celebrating our Volunteers
Volunteers are the lifeblood of WTA. Every hour they give and every conversation they have changes lives. Let's take a moment to celebrate them.
A Cornerstone of Connection
Walk Talk Action's Tea & Toast drop-in sessions have become a cornerstone of connection, support and friendship for the local community.
MAN donates £7k to WTA
Our heartfelt thanks to the entire team at MAN Commercial Protection for their very generous donation as part of their 30th Anniversary Year.
A Summer of Adventures at WTA
Summer 2024 at WTA was action packed. From canoeing to alpaca trekking. Creating to connecting. Loads of fun and new experiences.
Guided walk with Anna Francis
On Wednesday 31st July 2024, Anna Francis led a guided walk in Etruria that proved to be a remarkable experience for everyone involved.
Teri raises £3,074 for WTA
On 13th July 2024, our Founder, Teri Bryce, took part in an Ultra White Collar Boxing (UWCB) event and raised £3,074 for WTA.
WTA is Totally Stoked!
WTA is delighted and excited to be nominated for two Totally Stoked awards, which celebrate local voluntary groups and volunteers.
WTA wins Gold Award
Walk Talk Action is recognised by the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme for supporting the Armed Forces community.
Sempar make a big difference
From number-crunching to paintbrush wielding: city-based accountants, Sempar, get to work with a community volunteering day.
WTA nominated for award
Walk Talk Action has been nominated as a Community Group of the Year in the Your Heroes Awards 2023 by volunteer Laura Eyre.
MAN Commercial Protection visit
Walk Talk Action was honoured to be invited to MAN Commercial Protection and to be one of their chosen charitable organisations for 2023.
Walking for Children in Need
The purpose of this event was to raise awareness of the physical and mental benefits of walking and talking, and to raise funds for Children in Need.
Volunteers transform cabin
Volunteers from Amey & Vodafone – organised with help from Vast, Totally Stoked and Support Staffordshire – help transform our on-site cabin.
Support for veterans
Walk Talk Action helps veterans back to a better state of mind through walking, talking and taking action towards achieving their goals.
Benefits of walking
Walk Talk Action's Teri Bryce discusses the physical and mental benefits of walking with Radio Stoke presenter, Susan Hanks.
Our supporters
Our supporters
The fantastic organisations that support the work we do…
































































