from the magazine

The former Ramblers chief executive Tom Franklin sat on the Independent Panel on the future of England’s forests from the outset. He explains how its recent report came together and why it’s such a boon for walkers…

The future of England’s most prestigious walking routes remains uncertain after the Government announced plans to change how 2,500 miles of National Trails are managed from 2013…

England’s public forestry should be retained, public access to it protected and similar levels of access to the country’s other woodland should be the norm – so says an Independent Panel on the future of England’s woods…

Every day, Ramblers volunteers and staff are involved in legal battles to protect and extend our precious network of footpaths and public access to the countryside. Andrew McCloy uncovers the extraordinary work they do and a few of their greatest legal victories…

The autumn night sky plays host to Cassiopeia, which can be found at or near the overhead point during the months of autumn…

Walk editor Dominic Bates on three things he’s looking forward to this season…

Autumn is a great time for ‘red’ fruits. Rowanberries, Sloes, Blackberries and Elderberries are very common hedgerow fruits you can find all over the country…

It’s easy for us to moan about the wet weather. The effect on us ranged from flooded simply getting wet through to losses of lives and homes, and this has been reflected in the wildlife surrounding us. Not only that [...]

Whether you’ve got a question on gear, gadgets, hiking or health, our experts are here to help…

If I could only go out birdwatching for one season per year, autumn is the season I would choose every time…