Wildlife

Sussex Ramblers’ Brian Cheater takes us on a wildlife-lovers’ tour of the unique chalkland habitat that makes up Britain’s newest National Park – the South Downs…

From the rarest birds to the biggest butterflies, the Norfolk Broads National Park is full of wildlife. And with miles of trails to explore, the best of it can be seen on foot, says Sue Walker of Wensum Ramblers…

The quality of Richmond Park’s woods and heathland makes it one of the few urban-placed National Nature Reserves. Local author and Richmond Rambler David McDowall shows us round…

Scotland’s mountains are home to an astounding variety of plants and wildlife. Vic Royce of Highland & Islands Ramblers picks out some of his favourites…

Take a walk early on a spring morning and you’ll be rewarded with one of nature’s most spectacular symphonies: the dawn chorus. Even before the sun rises, birds of all shapes and sizes begin calling out to mark their territory and attract a mate. The result is a stunning soundtrack for your morning ramble…

To celebrate the annual bluebell season, Ramblers are launching a series of events across the country to help walkers get out there and enjoy the spectacle. It’s all part of an ongoing campaign with the Natural History Museum to better understand one of our most iconic and threatened spring flowers…

After four decades of exploring Dartmoor’s ancient forests, mysterious tors and pristine rivers, Ramblers Trustee Kate Ashbrook takes us on a tour of southern England’s last true wilderness…

From bats to birds, moor to marsh, Lancashire’s River Ribble is a haven for natureloving walkers. Clitheroe Ramblers’ secretary Ben Brown tells us his highlights…

After four decades of exploring Dartmoor’s ancient forests, mysterious tors and pristine rivers, Ramblers Trustee Kate Ashbrook takes us on a tour of southern England’s last true wilderness…

Phil Pickin rounds up the highlights to look out for when you’re walking this autumn…