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Person doing push ups on outdoor gym equipment at Willen Lake

Fitness Trails

We have several trim trails across the parks featuring outdoor gym equipment you can use to get fit for free!

Fitness Trails can be found in four of our parks, click on the links for more information about the equipment available:

This equipment provides free outdoor fitness that anyone can use anytime. All the park fitness trails are there to be enjoyed but are not suitable for children unless supervised by an adult. It is always advisable to start any workout with a warm-up and end with cool down exercises. 

Outdoor gym equipment at lakeside.
Caldecotte Lake South
People using trim trail equipment at Lodge Lake
Lodge Lake
Tattenhoe Valley Park
Orange outdoor gym equipment with weights next to Willen Lake
Willen Lake South
Activities in the parks

Check out the wide variety of activities in the parks including sports, facilities and clubs.

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Pétanque

Bancroft Pétanque Piste in Loughton Valley, is provided by The Parks Trust free of charge for anyone who fancies trying this popular game!
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Cycling Clubs

A guide to Cycling Clubs and Groups to suit all cyclists across Milton Keynes.
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Paddlesports

Learn how to kayak, paddleboard or canoe in organised session or join a club to develop your skills on Milton Keynes' lakes.

Sailing

Discover a love for sailing with an introductory session at Willen Lake or join the MK Sailing Club based at Caldecotte Lake.
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Dog Walking

There are so many fantastic places to explore in Milton Keynes with your canine companion.

Model Yachts

If you are interested in the sport of model yacht racing be sure to visit Furzton Lake.
Person doing push ups on outdoor gym equipment at Willen Lake

Fitness Trails

We have several trim trails across the parks featuring outdoor gym equipment you can use to get fit for free!
Families playing on the playground at Willen Lake

Play Areas

Play areas provide children with the opportunity to develop their physical strength, social interactions and build their confidence.
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Fishing

Milton Keynes is blessed with a wealth of still water. Carp large and small, big tench roach, bream, hybrids, pike and perch are all part of the scene.
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Skating

A skate park is available for everyone to enjoy in Broughton Brook park.
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Milton Keynes 25 Mile Challenge

Conquer our 25 Mile Challenge Walk across Milton Keynes’ beautiful greenspaces that are hidden away in the city.
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Milton Keynes 30 Mile Challenge Cycle

Conquer our 30 Mile Challenge Cycle across Milton Keynes’ beautiful greenspaces that are hidden away in the city.

Bowls

Why not come along and try bowls or if your a seasoned bowler come and join a friendly club!

Trails Biking

Milton Buzzard Motorcycle Club are based at the purpose built trails biking track at Mount Farm.
Cricket players attempting to catch a ball

Cricket

Campbell Park cricket pitch hosts many matches from April until September each year.
BMX Track with different ramps

BMX Racing

The BMX Track at Pineham is home to MK BMX Racing Club.
People taking part in an archery session at Willen Lake

Archery

Find out ways to get involved in archery in Milton Keynes' parks.
Autumnal Campbell Park Drone Shot looking towards Central Milton Keynes

Off-road Cycle Trail

Challenge yourself on our 2.5km fun and challenging permanent off-road cycling route in Campbell Park!
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Orienteering

Explore Milton Keynes with this fun sport in which participants have to find their way around with the aid of a map and compass.
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Bike and Scooter Hire

How to get around Milton Keynes on hired Bicycles, e-bikes and e-scooters.

Horse Riding

Milton Keynes offers surfaced, off-road bridleways for safe year-round riding. Horse box-friendly car parks and organized rides are available.
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Fitness Classes & Instructors

Fitness classes and bootcamps in Milton Keynes parkland.

Geocaching

Geocaching is an outdoor treasure hunt where participants use GPS to hide and find containers (caches) at specific locations marked by coordinates.

Table Tennis

Enjoy the Table Tennis (Ping Pong) tables placed at Caldecotte Lake and Campbell Park to participate in an engaging and social sport that is free and accessible to all.
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Running Clubs & Events

From one-off events to regular club meets, here's everything you need to know about running in Milton Keynes.
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Walking Clubs

Discover the walking clubs of Milton Keynes. Suitable for all ages, and with walks and hikes for everyone.

Health Walk in parkland near a river

MK Health Walks

MK Health Walks is an excellent opportunity to explore Milton Keynes' green spaces whilst making new friends, improving your health, staying active, and having fun for free!
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Nordic Walking

Discover Nordic Walking across Milton Keynes parks and turn your walks into a full-body workout! 
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Fruit Picking

Explore Milton Keynes community orchards with fruit picking! Enjoy healthy snacks and learn something new in the parks.