Edinburgh BioQuarter: wellbeing walks launch week A week of guided walks, talks and conversation to boost your wellbeing on campus as we officially launch the new Edinburgh BioQuarter network of wellbeing walks. In summer 2026, in collaboration with the NHS, a signposted walking route network was installed across Edinburgh BioQuarter. The four signposted routes, each identified by a different colour, span the entire campus and take path users through areas full of nature and wildlife including Little France Park, Hawkhill Wood and beside the Burdiehouse Burn. A map, available both online and on campus, provides estimated distances and times for each route plus features to look out for along the way.Wellbeing Walk map What's happening during launch week?Students and staff from across the campus are invited to attend themed wellbeing walks and events throughout the week. There will be hot drinks (and cookies) available for the first 20 attendees with keep cups, plus a selection of Edinburgh Medical School 300 merchandise. Tuesday 20 October12 noon | Walking for WellbeingTake a break and join the Active Lives team for a feel-good walk designed to help you reconnect, get active, and explore the wellbeing routes on campus...step outside and into nature for a refreshing boost to your wellbeing.Walk leaves from outside IRR North. Meet at The Niche Cafe by 11.45am with your reusable cup if you'd like to collect a free hot drink for the walk (available for the first 20 attendees).Book your place*Booking link requires University of Edinburgh log in, non university colleagues are very welcome to come along on the day without signing up. 5.30pm | Campus run: explore the BioQuarterJoin the Active Lives team for a relaxed, social run exploring the BioQuarter campus and its new network of wellbeing routes. No need to be a regular runner – all abilities are welcome. Lace up and come along!Run leaves from outside Chancellor's Building at 5.30pmBook you place*Booking link requires University of Edinburgh log in, non university colleagues are very welcome to come along on the day without signing up. Wednesday 21 October, 1.15pm | Nature walk with Lou the RangerJoin Lou, the NHS Nature Ranger for a nature walk to support your health and wellbeing, top up vitamin D and just take some time out. Dress for the weather, we will stick to paved areas with the occasional detour into the undergrowth!Walk leaves from outside of Chancellor's Building. Meet inside the foyer by 1pm with your reusable cup if you'd like to collect a free hot drink for the walk (available for the first 20 attendees).Book your place Thursday 22 October, 12.30pm | World Menopause Day talk & walkHear from Chancellor's Fellow, Belinda Steffan as she shares insights and findings from her research into menopause and the workplace. Following a Q&A and discussion there will be a chance to pick up a hot drink and continue the conversation as we take a short wander along the nearby wellbeing walk route before returning to the room to pick up resources and materials.Talk venue: Usher Enlighten Two, Usher Building.Please sign up via Eventbrite: World Menopause Day Talk & WalkBring your reusable cup to pick up your free hot drink. Oct 20 2026 - Oct 22 2026 Edinburgh BioQuarter: wellbeing walks launch week A series of walks and talks to celebrate and explore our new network of signposted routes around campus. Various starting points Edinburgh BioQuarter EH16 4UX This article was published on Wednesday 7 October 2026
Edinburgh BioQuarter: wellbeing walks launch week A week of guided walks, talks and conversation to boost your wellbeing on campus as we officially launch the new Edinburgh BioQuarter network of wellbeing walks. In summer 2026, in collaboration with the NHS, a signposted walking route network was installed across Edinburgh BioQuarter. The four signposted routes, each identified by a different colour, span the entire campus and take path users through areas full of nature and wildlife including Little France Park, Hawkhill Wood and beside the Burdiehouse Burn. A map, available both online and on campus, provides estimated distances and times for each route plus features to look out for along the way.Wellbeing Walk map What's happening during launch week?Students and staff from across the campus are invited to attend themed wellbeing walks and events throughout the week. There will be hot drinks (and cookies) available for the first 20 attendees with keep cups, plus a selection of Edinburgh Medical School 300 merchandise. Tuesday 20 October12 noon | Walking for WellbeingTake a break and join the Active Lives team for a feel-good walk designed to help you reconnect, get active, and explore the wellbeing routes on campus...step outside and into nature for a refreshing boost to your wellbeing.Walk leaves from outside IRR North. Meet at The Niche Cafe by 11.45am with your reusable cup if you'd like to collect a free hot drink for the walk (available for the first 20 attendees).Book your place*Booking link requires University of Edinburgh log in, non university colleagues are very welcome to come along on the day without signing up. 5.30pm | Campus run: explore the BioQuarterJoin the Active Lives team for a relaxed, social run exploring the BioQuarter campus and its new network of wellbeing routes. No need to be a regular runner – all abilities are welcome. Lace up and come along!Run leaves from outside Chancellor's Building at 5.30pmBook you place*Booking link requires University of Edinburgh log in, non university colleagues are very welcome to come along on the day without signing up. Wednesday 21 October, 1.15pm | Nature walk with Lou the RangerJoin Lou, the NHS Nature Ranger for a nature walk to support your health and wellbeing, top up vitamin D and just take some time out. Dress for the weather, we will stick to paved areas with the occasional detour into the undergrowth!Walk leaves from outside of Chancellor's Building. Meet inside the foyer by 1pm with your reusable cup if you'd like to collect a free hot drink for the walk (available for the first 20 attendees).Book your place Thursday 22 October, 12.30pm | World Menopause Day talk & walkHear from Chancellor's Fellow, Belinda Steffan as she shares insights and findings from her research into menopause and the workplace. Following a Q&A and discussion there will be a chance to pick up a hot drink and continue the conversation as we take a short wander along the nearby wellbeing walk route before returning to the room to pick up resources and materials.Talk venue: Usher Enlighten Two, Usher Building.Please sign up via Eventbrite: World Menopause Day Talk & WalkBring your reusable cup to pick up your free hot drink. Oct 20 2026 - Oct 22 2026 Edinburgh BioQuarter: wellbeing walks launch week A series of walks and talks to celebrate and explore our new network of signposted routes around campus. Various starting points Edinburgh BioQuarter EH16 4UX This article was published on Wednesday 7 October 2026
Oct 20 2026 - Oct 22 2026 Edinburgh BioQuarter: wellbeing walks launch week A series of walks and talks to celebrate and explore our new network of signposted routes around campus.
