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A walker with rucksack standing on rocks in the Galloway National Park.

Galloway National Park can boost walking, says Ramblers Scotland

Walking charity Ramblers Scotland is urging outdoor enthusiasts to take part in the newly-launched consultation on the proposed new Galloway National Park.  

britain's favourite path competition winner thursley common

Thursley Common boardwalk named Britain’s Favourite Path by the Ramblers

A Surrey boardwalk, restored by the local community following a devastating fire, has won the title of Britain’s Favourite Path.

A walk leader smiling as two walkers pass her.

Getting started as a walk leader

Find out what’s involved in leading group walks and how to get started.

A family walk on an attractive path in Perthshire woodland

Invest in Scotland’s world-class access rights to boost our economy and health

Ramblers Scotland’s director Brendan Paddy argues that a relatively modest government investment goes a long way if spent on walking.

A gated level crossing with miniature stop lights at Dalnaspidal

Reforming railway crossings is a test for devolution

Reforming access at level crossings is a potential win-win for outdoor recreation and for re-setting devolution, says Ramblers Scotland director Brendan Paddy.

A walker in shorts, with a rucksack and walking pole, looking out over farmland in East Lothian

Targeting improvements to the latest Land Reform Bill 

Ramblers Scotland wants targeted changes to the latest Land Reform Bill so that that more communities can benefit from our world-class access rights.

A female walker leaning on a post looking out over a green landscape.

New government, new opportunity for access?

The UK has a new government following the 2024 General Election. Keir Starmer is the seventh Labour prime minister but what has the party previously promised on access and should walkers be excited?

A group of 5 walkers, using poles, heading up a path with a lake in the background

General Election: What the party manifestos say about access to nature

In the run up to the General Election, we’re calling on all parties to commit to a new Access to Nature Bill that unlocks the outdoors in England.

A group of seven walkers on green grass.

Independence Day – Will the next UK Election bring everyone the freedom to enjoy the outdoors?

The next UK General Election has been announced and as all political parties work to publish manifestos ahead of Thursday 4 July, we will be lobbying all parties to commit to an Access to Nature Bill.

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