The Walking Cure
THE NUMBER #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER. A healthier, happier life one step at a time
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published:30th Apr '26
Should be back in stock very soon

Unlocking the science behind the incredible impact of walking on our health, mind and mood in 20 different landscapes.
'The perfect tonic' – Yorkshire Times
'Energising' – Guardian
The right place, walked at the right time, can heal, energise, restore and inspire.
From exploring woodland trails in the summer to autumnal strolls along the coast, Annabel Streets' new book brilliantly explores the curative effects of different landscapes. Blending personal stories with compelling scientific insight, Streets shows how different environments affect our bodies, minds and moods and how walking through them can bring profound change.
Inside, discover how:
- A scenic canal path can spark creativity
- A bustling urban route can lift boredom and boost mood
- A simple amble by the sea can soothe grief and anxiety
Whatever the season or state of mind, The Walking Cure is your go-to guide for walking to feel better and a joyful celebration of movement, nature and the extraordinary power of putting one foot in front of the other.
Selected as a former Waterstones Book of the Month (May 2026)
'Astonishing ... this book shows us how walking changes us at a cellular level' * Daily Mail *
'Genuinely energising' * Guardian *
The Walking Cure is a fascinating book, with theory and practice braided into a single compelling narrative that catches you on the first page and walks you, briskly and gladly, to the end. * Yorkshire Times *
ISBN: 9781526676368
Dimensions: 196mm x 126mm x 26mm
Weight: 280g
352 pages