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…
Archive for South Downs National Park
New Ramblers’ president addresses South Downs anniversary
Friday, May 25th, 2012
In April, the Ramblers’ newly elected president, Kate Ashbrook (left), joined 50 other countryside lovers for a walk to celebrate the first birthday of the South Downs National Park…
Walk & Talk with Helen Jackson
Tuesday, February 15th, 2011
A trained archaeologist who worked for many years with museums and libraries, Helen Jackson became chief executive of the Campaign for National Parks in September. She tells Susan Gray about her ambitions for the charity, fighting government cutbacks, and the opening of the South Downs National Park…
Nature watch: The South Downs
Tuesday, February 15th, 2011
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…
Town & Country
Monday, July 26th, 2010
Whether you like your walks out in the wilderness or in the heart of the city, the coming week should keep you busy – with National Parks Week coinciding with Love Parks Week and the Festival of British Archeology…
Walk & Talk with Helen Philips
Thursday, November 26th, 2009
In this extended interview, Natural England’s Helen Philips talks to walk editor Dominic Bates about creating England’s new coastal footpath and tackling climate change…
Celebrating National Parks Week
Friday, July 24th, 2009
Celebrate National Parks Week with Walk’s special online feature…
