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Recovering from brain surgery through walking

After being diagnosed with a brain tumour, Israr had to learn how to walk again. Now, with the support of her Ramblers group, she is walking ultramarathon distances.

Two walkers looking out to sea at a large cruise ship

5 fantastic Greenland experiences with HX Hurtigruten Expeditions

Torstein Gaustad, HX Expedition Leader on the MS Fridtjof Nansen tells us about his top experiences in Greenland.

A walker on a grassy hill in a black t-shirt staring into the distance

My Walk of Life: Dr Adrian Yip

As an immigrant exploring the English countryside, the sociolinguist finds rural racism often comes with a veneer of polite respectability.

A female walker with two dogs at the top of  hill with a lake in the background.

I’m no longer ducking behind a wall to pee, thanks to Jude supplements

Louise, an avid rambler, tells us how Jude supplements allowed her to enjoy walking again after struggling with bladder incontinence.

Two young walkers in rain jackets smile into a phone whilst taking a selfie.

6 things we can all do to make walking in nature more inclusive

Heading out into nature can be more challenging for some. So here are six ways we can support those with the least access and most barriers to the outdoors.

Four people walking across moorland in Dartmoor on a sunny day

The 10 best National Parks walks for beginners

From Dartmoor to the Cairngorms and Bannau Brycheiniog to the Peak District, discover our treasured National Parks with our curated selection of the 10 best intro walks.

A group of six walkers in evening sunshine, smiling while walking across a field of grass

Improve your hiking health with Jude

Healthcare company Jude explain how improving your walking technique can have surprising benefits for your pelvic health.

Walkers hiking up a snowy mountain in the sunshine above the sea with a ship and mountains in the background.

Cruising mindfully with HX Hurtigruten Expeditions

Dr. Verena Meraldi, Chief Scientist at Ramblers partner HX Hurtigruten Expeditions tells us about how the company explores the polar regions sustainably.

A sunset shot of the boardwalk at Thursley Common in Surrey

Britain’s Favourite Path: Thursley Common boardwalk

Why winner Michelle Presley nominated the Surrey boardwalk as Britain’s Favourite Path.

A rural cottage being lit up by the Northern Lights.

6 top tips for planning a stargazing walk

It’s the perfect time of year to go stargazing, spot the Milky Way or be amazed by the Aurora Borealis – also known as the Northern Lights. 

A small boat on a lake with forestry and snowcapped mountains in the background.

8 expert tips to upgrade your outdoor photography skills

Photographer Oscar Farrera shares his top tips for improving your photography while walking in the great outdoors.

A young girl in a wheelchair on a path with her brother on a bicycle.

Challenges experiencing nature in a wheelchair

Discover the accessibility issues a young wheelchair user encounters whilst out with her family.

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