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The Barefoot Shoe Box Launch

The Barefoot Shoe Box Launch

We’re celebrating the launch of The Barefoot Shoe Box – the UK’s first independent barefoot shoe shop – right here at The Walking Hub in Kington! Join us for a two-day launch with inspiring talks, a community barefoot walk, and the chance to discover why barefoot shoes are changing the way people move.

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Introducing the Freet Chamois

Introducing the Freet Chamois

We finally got our hands on the long-awaited Freet Chamois barefoot boots — and filmed our first-ever video review. Two women, one camera, and some very real first impressions. If you’re curious about the fit, feel, and function of the Chamois, come take a look.

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Why I believe in Barefoot Shoes

Why I believe in Barefoot Shoes

From pain to power, and one long walk that changed everything…
In this personal reflection, Ali—owner of The Walking Hub and founder of The Barefoot Shoe Box—shares how a rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis led her to challenge conventional wisdom, walk 600 miles, and discover the life-changing benefits of barefoot shoes. It's a journey of resilience, movement, and creating a business rooted in purpose.

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We Won 🏆 🎉

We Won 🏆 🎉

Wow, what a night! We had an absolutely fantastic time at the Visit Herefordshire Tourism Awards, and I just have to share the experience with you.

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Finalist in the Herefordshire Tourism Awards

Finalist in the Herefordshire Tourism Awards

Amazing news - The Walking Hub is named a finalist in Visit Herefordshire Tourism Awards 2024

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Exercising with Rheumatoid Arthritis and other mobility issues

Exercising with Rheumatoid Arthritis and other mobility issues

Can you still walk and exercise if you have an autoimmune inflammatory disease like Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)? Ali says most definitely "yes".

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walKington Podcast - Episode 1

walKington Podcast - Episode 1

After the recent airing of Ramblings with Clare Balding we decided to take Clare and Karen up on their suggestion to create a podcast called walKington...

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Listen to Ali chat with Clare Balding on Radio 4 "Ramblings"

Listen to Ali chat with Clare Balding on Radio 4 "Ramblings"

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m001n8pp?partner=uk.co.bbc&origin=share-mobile This month I had the privilege of walking with Clare Balding for her iconic Radio 4 show "Ramblings".  One of my guests had written in to the show suggesting I might be a good candidate!  I knew this was an amazing opportunity and felt very excited but to be honest was also quite nervous (and I'm known to blank when i get nervous!)  No need to worry though as...

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