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Couch to 5K

Running can offer so many health benefits, help you to meet new people as well as giving you the chance to explore new places.

  • Booking essential

We are supporting Dorset Council to deliver a Couch to 5K programme at Kingston Lacy.

With the support of a volunteer run leader, this Couch to 5K programme will help you to develop your running fitness over 9 weeks following the Couch to 5K NHS app.

Dates:

* Wednesday 8 January through until Wednesday 5 March. (Please note Wednesday 15 January session will be held at Pamphill)

* Thursday 24 April through until Thursday 19 June

Booking is essential by calling 01425 480811. A course is £10 per person.

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

The Couch to 5K programme is delivered by Dorset Council's Health and Activity team and not the National Trust.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All Course (9 weeks)£10.00

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

Event

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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on
4 Apr to 27 Sep 2025
at
09:30 to 16:00
+ 176 other dates or times
Event

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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on
4 Apr to 21 Apr 2025
at
10:00 to 15:00
+ 17 other dates or times
Event

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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on
22 Apr to 9 Sep 2025
at
09:45 to 11:15
+ 5 other dates or times
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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!

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on
22 Apr to 16 Dec 2025
at
10:00 to 11:00
+ 36 other dates or times