News
Ramblers steps up ‘Don’t Lose Your Way’ campaign as Defra consultation begins
Miles of well-walked routes across the country which have never been officially recorded as footpaths and bridleways could be lost to the public warns the Ramblers, as Defra launches a consultation on rights of way law…
Counting down to the Big Welsh Walk
Ramblers, amblers, walkers and other outdoor enthusiasts will be gathering along the Welsh coastline this weekend to celebrate the launch of the Wales Coast Path – the first footpath to cover an entire nation’s coastline!
Ramblers announce new president
Countryside campaigner Kate Ashbrook has been announced as the new President of Britain’s Walking Charity. Known for her work at the Open Spaces Society and her tireless countryside campaigning, Kate will be leading the Ramblers in their work to promote walking and continue to open up and protect the countryside…
Kinder 80: as it happens
With the 80th anniversary celebrations of the Kinder Scout mass trespass taking place this week, walk will be devoting our entire homepage to the occasion…
Join Ramblers ‘virtual’ mass trespass this weekend!
With the 80th anniversary of the Kinder Scout mass trespass approaching, the Ramblers is calling for a ‘virtual mass trespass’ to highlight the many places that remain off limits to walkers and others…
from the magazine
Welsh beauty spot saved
Tuesday, November 24th, 2009
Ramblers Cymru, the Open Spaces Society and Carmarthenshire residents are celebrating after their objection to plans to transform a local beauty spot into a motorbike scrambling area was upheld…
GSI Java Personal Coffee Press
Monday, November 23rd, 2009
Rambling coffee snobs will be delighted with this new portable and shatter-resistant cafetière, which includes a detachable mug with sip-it lid…
Christopher Somerville’s A-Z of walking: D
Monday, November 23rd, 2009
D is Drovers – the hardy men who once travelled the green roads of our land…
Millions more titles at new Ramblers bookstore
Monday, November 23rd, 2009
The Ramblers has launched a new online bookstore, which will offer every book available in the UK. That’s well over a million titles, including every walking guide or map you’ll ever need…
Novelist rediscovers mojo with Ramblers
Monday, November 23rd, 2009
A Canadian novelist has credited Bristol Ramblers for her latest novel, after joining the group helped her overcome writer’s block…
Baton Walk and parties celebrate Ramblers’ 75th
Monday, November 23rd, 2009
A giant Baton Walk around Britain and a series of Fill Your Flask parties are just some of the great events being planned to celebrate the Ramblers’ 75th anniversary in 2010…
Landmark law opens up English coast
Monday, November 23rd, 2009
Hundreds of miles of inaccessible and out-of-bounds coastline are set to be permanently opened up to the public for the first time under the new Marine and Coastal Access Act…
Mid layers buyer’s guide
Monday, September 7th, 2009
Fleece or soft shell? Synthetic or natural? From warmth and waterproofing to wind protection and weight, walk gear experts Minnie Burlton and Paul McCarty present their top tips for choosing the best mid layer…
Regatta Exodus/Acer smock
Friday, September 4th, 2009
Best for Value: a good addition to any walker’s pack…
Patagonia Araveto/Aravis
Friday, September 4th, 2009
A great piece of kit for hiking, pit stops and everyday wear…
