News
Walkers urged to stay safe near water
The UK’s drowning prevention charity is warning people who walk or run near water to be aware of potential risks, as this group accounts for the largest proportion of UK drownings…
Walkers urged to help care for trees
With diseases continuing to take their toll on the UK’s forests and urban trees, The Tree Council is asking everyone to help play a roll in keeping our trees healthy. Its annual Tree Care Campaign is now underway, reminding us to look out for trees at this most crucial time…
Ramblers announce first regional volunteer workshop
This June will see the first in a new series of events designed to bring together all kinds of knowledge and skills useful for Ramblers members and volunteers. The first Ramblers Regional Volunteer Workshop event will take place in Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire on 1 June 2013…
In pictures: New gallery showcases the Peak District
Images from some of the Peak District’s finest local photographers showcase the area’s natural beauty in a new gallery highlighting the special qualities of the National Park…
Volunteers needed to help Fix the Fells
A project to repair the wear and tear caused by millions of walkers on the Lake District’s upland paths is looking for volunteers for a wide range of tasks…
Walk Winter 2010
Victory on the Icknield Way!
Monday, January 17th, 2011
John Andrews writes about a long-fought battle over rights of way on this ancient route…
Walk in depth: the Weardale Way
Wednesday, December 1st, 2010
Once world-renowned for its lead mining, the North Pennines is now known for its fascinating industrial heritage and beautiful open countryside. Mark Rowe sets out to explore the Weardale Way…
My Perfect Day: Dan Snow
Wednesday, December 1st, 2010
Dan Snow, son of political presenter Peter Snow, is the ‘History Hunter’ on The One Show and presented Norman Walks on BBC Four. Here he tells walk about his favourite things…
Countryside in crisis
Friday, November 26th, 2010
Faced with the biggest public spending cuts for a generation, Britain’s countryside is set for drastic change as the organisations that manage it look for ways to bridge the funding gap…
Walkers facing ‘disproportionate’ cuts
Friday, November 26th, 2010
The Ramblers has warned that the Government’s largest public spending cuts for a generation could see a return to the ‘Forbidden Britain’ of the 1960s, claiming hundreds of footpaths are at risk of falling into disrepair and disuse…
Coastal path consultations begin
Friday, November 26th, 2010
The first public consultation on the Weymouth Bay stretch of the all-England coast path – from Rufus Castle to West Lulworth – is underway…
Ron’s Rambles around Oswestry and the Borders
Thursday, November 25th, 2010
Ron Bond uses his expert local knowledge to describe 15 short to medium day-walks in the wider Oswestry area…
North Yorkshire Coast Holiday Walks
Thursday, November 25th, 2010
20 short walks on the coast and moors for a general audience, featuring locations such as Runswick Bay and Hole of Horcum…
Wildlife Walks
Thursday, November 25th, 2010
A round-up of more than 500 nature reserves owned or managed by Wildlife Trusts…
Day Walks in the Yorkshire Dales
Thursday, November 25th, 2010
20 circular walks taking in a wide sweep of the central Pennines…
