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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.
Greater Manchester’s GM Ringway is close to completion
Covering all ten boroughs of the Greater Manchester region, the 200-mile GM Ringway trail is nearing completion thanks to the work of committed volunteers.
New project to train 100 walk leaders from global majority communities
The Ramblers is working with organisations across the outdoors sector to support 100 walk leaders to build their skills and confidence.
Isle of Wight Ramblers protest coast path diversion
On the Isle of Wight, a proposed diversion to the King Charles III Coast Path would sever its connection to the coast.
Meet Lucy Robinson, our chair of trustees
From her experience working in transport and environment for local government to her love of the remote and wild Essex coast, find out more about the Ramblers new chair.
Are walkers in England finally set to gain from farming reforms?
After years of campaigning, there’s finally progress on farm payments for access .
Labour’s Countryside Protection Plan: What we think
In the run up to the General Election, we’re calling on all parties to commit to a new bill that unlocks the outdoors in England.
BBC finds nearly 32,000 places where paths are blocked in England and Wales
A BBC investigation has found nearly 32,000 places in England and Wales where walkers are blocked from using our path network.
Ramblers research reveals the wellbeing value of our paths
Paths hold the key to significant physical and mental health benefits. But communities that would benefit most from greater access to nature are missing out.
Ramblers Scotland research reveals shocking inequality in the outdoors
New statistics highlight urgent need for investment in access, and how poorer Scots lack local paths to get active
The Ramblers Handbook
We’re delighted to announce the release of The Ramblers Handbook, a new guide to Britain’s best walking routes for every season.
9 wins for walking in 2023
The Ramblers achieved a huge amount in 2023. Read about what Ramblers supporters helped make possible.
UK Government set to crush our right to use up to 41,000 miles of paths across England
Defra ministers to confirm plans to impose a cut-off date of 2031 for lost paths to be registered dealing a crushing blow to England’s much-loved path network.
Partnership project to improve sustainability of the public rights of way network
Ramblers Cymru will be delivering the Paths to Communities project for Monmouthshire County Council developing ways to make the public rights of way network more sustainable in the long term.
Ramblers Scotland unveils eight of the nation’s best “hidden paths”
Ramblers Scotland has revealed eight of the country’s finest ‘hidden paths’, all of which have been mapped for the first time thanks to its award-winning Scottish Paths Map.
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Walkers celebrate “incredible” first year of Magnificent 11 Trail in Glasgow
Ramblers Scotland president Zahrah Mahmood joined Glasgow Ramblers to celebrate the first birthday of the city’s hugely-successful Magnificent 11 Trail.
Open letter to Welsh Government
Our new ambassador Leanne Wood has written an open letter calling on Welsh Govt to lead the way in connecting people with nature and walking.
72% of people in Wales think more time, money and resources should be invested in the path network
Ramblers Cymru research reveals that our paths are valued, but more investment is needed, and more needs to be done to help people access information to enjoy the outdoors.
Amar Latif to be appointed as President of the Ramblers
Known for his television appearances as the Blind Adventurer, Amar hasn’t let sight loss be a barrier to walking outdoors.
85 more miles of the England Coast Path open in Essex
New sections of the England Coast Path are now open creating 150 more miles of the coastal trail in Essex.
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Mae Trafnidiaeth Cymru a Ramblers Cymru wedi lansio partneriaeth i gael mwy o bobl i ddefnyddio trafnidiaeth gyhoeddus i gael mynediad at lwybrau cerdded lleol.
Sussex celebrates new section of the England Coast Path
Opening of the newest stretch of the iconic England Coast Path, from Shoreham-by-Sea to Eastbourne in Sussex.
Government breaks promise to scrap deadline for saving lost paths
The UK government has broken its commitment to abolishing the 2026 deadline for saving thousands of miles of lost paths.
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Ramblers Cymru and NFU Cymru share guidance on enjoying the Welsh countryside
Ramblers Cymru has joined forces with NFU Cymru to encourage those looking to enjoy the Welsh countryside over the coming months to follow the Countryside Code.
Autumn Statement: a missed opportunity to harness the benefits of our natural spaces
By disregarding access, the Autumn Statement fails to recognise the benefits that walking in nature provides
An attack on nature and our connection to it?
Environmental Land Management has the potential to connect more people with nature. But its future is in jeopardy.
Paths to Wellbeing project creates 145 walking routes
New walking routes created and equipped volunteers with the skills and knowledge to manage and improve paths and nature in their local areas at the ready.
Opening the way
The Ramblers reveals a new identity, designed to reflect our vibrant and growing community, and our work to help everyone enjoy the simple pleasures of walking.
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Ramblers Cymru launch partnership with Transport for Wales
Transport for Wales and Ramblers Cymru launch a partnership project to get more people using public transport to access local walking routes.
We’re campaigning to expand the freedom to roam
We are campaigning to expand the freedom to roam. It is one of the biggest things we can do to increase access to the outdoors for everyone.
22 New Railway Station Walks Launched in Wales
These family-friendly and beginners walks aim to encourage local people and visitors to be more active and explore lesser-known places using public transport.