AS THE festive break receded into the distance and January plods on, we are all looking for ways to cheer ourselves up.

Walking can help. Walking for just 30 minutes a day or more on most days of the week is a great way to improve or maintain your overall health.

Whether a long trek or regular short walk, it can be beneficial.

Here, we try to get you in the mood with a look back at parties of walkers enjoying rambles short and long, near and far.