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Photography masterclass: the art of black & white
Wednesday, November 30th, 2011
Creating the perfect monochrome image takes more than just an adjustment of your camera settings – you need to find a subject that works. Learn how in our masterclass and you could win an Olympus E-PL3 camera worth £549.99!
My Walk of Life: Jean Sheldon
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011
Following the Ramblers support for the Time To Change pledge, project manager Jean Sheldon describes how walking forms a key part of her mental health work in Birmingham…
Routemaster in-depth: The quieter side of Ness
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011
Away from the hordes of monster-spotting tourists, Paul Miles enjoys unhindered views of Loch Ness’ famous Highland scenery from a new trail that explores its less-visited southern shores…
Going to extremes
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011
From the furthest corners of the mainland to the most challenging and remote of footpaths, Mark Rowe investigates Britain’s incredible extremities and the best ways to explore them on foot…
Falling off the grid
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011
While Britain’s emergency services generally do an outstanding job, the Ramblers has uncovered numerous incidents where 999 call staff’s inability to take grid references has seriously delayed medical help to walkers in remote areas. David Foster investigates and reports on the successful campaign to remedy the problem…
Nature watch: Opening the lochs
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011
From carnivorous plants to majestic raptors, the unique ecology of Scotland’s lochs is home to some stunning wildlife – whether it’s beneath the waters or up in the air. Ian McCallum, of Strathkelvin Ramblers, shares his tips on what to look out for…
Creative peaks
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011
In a harsh, deserted corner of upland France, Paul Lamarra discovers an inspiring new art trail created by the British sculptor Andy Goldsworthy…
Stepping up
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011
With councils enduring drastic cutbacks, the work of Ramblers volunteers to maintain England’s and Wales’ footpaths is more essential than ever. walk editor Dominic Bates rolled up his sleeves and spent a day with a footpath working group in Chesterfield to find out what they do…
Walk & Talk with Richard Parks
Monday, November 28th, 2011
Having completed his ‘737 Challenge’ in July, Richard Parks became the first person to summit all seven continents’ highest peaks and reach the three poles (North, South and Everest) in just seven months. Susan Gray talks to the former Welsh international rugby player about frostbite, life crises, and being skint…
Nature watch: Towpath safari
Tuesday, August 30th, 2011
Forget submerged shopping trolleys and industrial waste, many of Britain’s canals are now lush green corridors brimming with wildlife…



