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Families on foot
Friday, November 27th, 2009
Des de Moor reports on a pilot project to get families walking for health in post-industrial Cumbria, while we present some top tips for walking with kids…
Tags: campaigns, children, Get Walking Keep Walking, health & fitness
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The coast is clear!
Thursday, November 26th, 2009
After more than 50 years of campaigning, new legislation is finally giving the public access rights to almost the entire English coast. David Foster explores the intriguing background to this historic victory for walkers…
Tags: coastal access, coastal walks, Marine and Coastal Access Bill
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My perfect day: Arthur Smith
Thursday, November 26th, 2009
Comedian, Radio 4 and Grumpy Old Men regular Arthur Smith tells walk the things that make him happy — and a few that don’t…
Tags: humour, People
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My walk of life
Thursday, November 26th, 2009
Ed Stafford is midway through an attempt to become the first man to walk the length of the Amazon river. He spoke to us via satellite phone about his epic trek so far and what it’s like to spend two years in the jungle…
Tags: long-distance walks, People, real-life stories, walking challenges
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Bites from the Big Apple
Thursday, November 26th, 2009
From the Bronx to Staten Island, John Carter chooses his highlights from a walking tour of New York, a city with plenty of fond – and sometimes bizarre – memories for the veteran travel writer and TV presenter…
Tags: competitions, global walks, New York, Reader Offers, urban walks
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Danish delights
Thursday, November 26th, 2009
Until recently, Denmark was the only country in the EU without a national park, opening its first, Thy, just last year. Now a second has opened and three more are planned. We sent Mark Rowe to find out more…
Tags: Denmark, Global Walking, long, long-distance walks, nation
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From moors to shores
Thursday, November 26th, 2009
Novice long-distance walker Abi Bliss spent her summer holiday trekking the Cleveland Way, which is celebrating 40 years as a National Trail. From panoramic views to characterful seaside towns, it was a week to remember…
Tags: Cleveland Way, long-distance walks
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The paths less travelled
Thursday, November 26th, 2009
Footpath erosion in Britain’s walking hotspots costs millions in repairs each year and is permanently changing the face of our most cherished natural landmarks. Check out Mark Rowe’s full report on in the winter issue of walk, or read on for a sample of his alternatives to the most popular routes…
Tags: access, Environment, footpaths
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Walk and 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…
Tags: Coast Path, Environment, Natural England, South Downs National Park
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The paths less travelled
Thursday, November 26th, 2009
Footpath erosion in Britain’s walking hotspots costs millions in repairs each year and is permanently changing the face of our most cherished natural landmarks. Check out Mark Rowe’s full report on in the winter issue of walk, or read on for a sample of his alternatives to the most popular routes…
Tags: access, Environment, footpaths
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