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Walking Forwards newsletter

(Previously "Take Action")

Issue 29, March 2008

In this issue

Hello,

A huge thank you to all those who responded to our survey in the last Take Action newsletter. We received many insightful comments and suggestions and as a result have re-named our newsletter "Walking Forwards".

We will still provide you with monthly updates on our campaigns but Walking Forwards will contain a wealth of other information including:

- A diary of upcoming walking events;
- bite-sized news articles;
- details of new paths and laws;
- competitions and special offers including books you can buy from the Ramblers.

Please send any comments to newsletter@ramblers.org.uk and let us know what you think!

Thanks, The Ramblers Team.

 

Walking Events March 2008

The Ordnance Survey outdoors Show, 14-16 March

Come and visit the Ramblers' at the Outdoors Show at the NEC in Birmingham! The show offers a huge variety of stands, stalls, activities and talks covering all aspects of the outdoors.
For tickets and information see www.theoutdoorsshow.co.uk

 

A Victory for Common Sense


For more years than we can remember, the RA has argued that all planning application forms should contain a question about the existence of public rights of way on land proposed for development. As from 6 April 2008 (in England) there is going to be a standard form which will require applicants to provide details of public rights of way. In addition, new guidance will require the submission of a plan showing all public rights of way crossing or adjacent to the site. This will ensure that paths are discovered and considered by applicants early in the planning process and allow the local authority to assess the impact of the scheme on them.
This is a real victory for common sense. Keep an eye on your planning authority’s website to make sure that they are following these new requirements.
 

House of Lords' decision puts path on map
 

A Cambridgeshire path which was instrumental in securing public access rights to footpaths around the country, has finally been recognised as a public right of way itself after an eight year battle which included a public inquiry, three court hearings and a breakthrough House of Lords ruling.

In June 2007, five Law Lords delivered a landmark ruling which means that, in future, actions to stop paths being recognised as public rights of way will have to be transparent.

Visit our website for more information on this ground-breaking case, and don’t forget that we rely on the generosity of our members and supporters to enable us to embark on such action. Visit the fundraising pages of our website to see how you can help.

 

Book of the Month

We have a well-stocked bookshop at the Ramblers catering for all of your outdoor needs. Our range of books cover national trails, paths & routes and shorter walks as well as reference books and other miscellaneous items. This month we have a fantastic offer on Great British Journeys by Nicholas Crane. He traces the journeys of eight intrepid explorers; Gerald of Wales (1118) John Leland (1536-45) Celia Fiennes (1698) Daniel Defoe (1724-6) William Gilpin (1770) Thomas Pennant (1772) William Cobbett (1822-6) and H.V Morton (1929-33) rediscovering the history and landscape of Britain. Our readers can buy this fantastic book for £20 with free postage! See http://www.ramblers.org.uk/info/publications/pubsbooks.html for more details.
 

Use your Paths online survey

If you took part in the Use Your Paths Challenge we'd like to hear from you.
Please complete our quick survey and tell us what you think:

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=X2Ndi6NmgexactIInYzctw_3d_3d
 

Mortgage/rent-free for a year! 

Enter UIA’s fabulous free prize draw and you could win your mortgage or rent paid for a whole year. The prize includes a one-off lump sum payment of up to £6,000 (equivalent to £500 per month), based on the winner’s monthly mortgage or rent payments. Visit our website for full details and your chance to win. Terms and conditions apply, see https://www.uia.co.uk/UIA-OL1.0/Forms/prize_Draw_1.aspx for details.
Closing date 31st December 2008 http://www.ramblersinsurance.co.uk Telephone: 0800 013 0064
 

WALKING FACT:  

Walking has been shown to improve self esteem, relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety, and improve mood. Walking, particularly in pleasant surroundings, and with other people, offers many opportunities for relaxation and social contact.