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A Ramblers group wearing bright waterproof jackets walk along a path

Threat to thousands of paths removed as UK government repeals 2031 deadline

Today, the UK government has announced it will remove the 2031 deadline to record historic rights of way in England, ending the threat to over 41,000 miles of unrecorded paths.

A group of walkers standing in front of a lake taking a selfie

Could a regular walk benefit your community group?

The Ramblers, Britian’s walking charity, wants to hear from community groups that would like to add walking to their current activities programmes but are not sure where to start.

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

Galloway National Park can boost walking

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 group of walkers on a path with overhanging trees either side.

New ‘Getting Started Toolkit’ in development by the Ramblers 

The Ramblers and Ramble Worldwide Outdoor Trust are teaming up to help more people experience the benefits of walking via a new ‘Getting Started Toolkit’

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?

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