Winter Information and Advice
All walks are led by experienced volunteer members of the Ramblers.
The walks are circular, usually 4 to 6 miles in length and are classified as leisurely/moderate according to the Ramblers scale. They often use tracks, towpaths, greenways etc. They may also include uphills, descents, stiles, rougher ground and wet or muddy stretches. They are suitable for anyone of reasonable fitness and an adventurous nature.
NON-MEMBERS are welcome on all walks. However, if you enjoy the walks it would be appreciated if you showed your support by joining the Ramblers, and helping them to continue their work.
New leaders and helpers always welcome. Please note leaders must be Ramblers members, for insurance purposes.
Whilst every care is taken on these walks, please remember that everyone taking part does so at their own risk.
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear and try to include a light or reflective item. Torches may be useful, but please don’t dazzle others. LED torches are a good investment if you plan to walk in the dark frequently.
When taking part in any walk please consider others as well as your own enjoyment –
All walks are led by experienced volunteer members of the Ramblers.
The walks are circular, usually 4 to 6 miles in length and are classified as leisurely/moderate according to the Ramblers scale. They often use tracks, towpaths, greenways etc. They may also include uphills, descents, stiles, rougher ground and wet or muddy stretches. They are suitable for anyone of reasonable fitness and an adventurous nature.
NON-MEMBERS are welcome on all walks. However, if you enjoy the walks it would be appreciated if you showed your support by joining the Ramblers, and helping them to continue their work.
New leaders and helpers always welcome. Please note leaders must be Ramblers members, for insurance purposes.
Whilst every care is taken on these walks, please remember that everyone taking part does so at their own risk.
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear and try to include a light or reflective item. Torches may be useful, but please don’t dazzle others. LED torches are a good investment if you plan to walk in the dark frequently.
When taking part in any walk please consider others as well as your own enjoyment –
- Park cars considerately and safely.
- Do not walk ahead of your leader.
- Always follow the Country and Highway Codes.
- Walk in SINGLE FILE and TAKE EXTREME CARE when on roads.
- Well behaved dogs are welcome, but are the owner's responsibility and MUST be kept on a lead AT ALL TIMES. Please follow any instructions given by leaders and organisers regarding your dog.
- Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please follow your leader's advice at ALL Times. It is given for the good of all.
- For general information please contact Muriel O’Flaherty text or phone: 07981 106 470 or email: [email protected]
Walks gradings
Ramblers’ walks are graded for difficulty as follows:
Easy Access - walks for everyone, including people with conventional wheelchairs and pushchairs, using easy access paths. Comfortable shoes or trainers can be worn. Assistance may be needed to push wheelchairs on some sections.
Easy - walks for anyone who does not have a mobility difficulty, a specific health problem or is seriously unfit. Suitable for pushchairs if they can be lifted over occasional obstructions. Comfortable shoes or trainers can be worn.
Leisurely - walks for reasonably fit people with at least a little country walking experience. May include unsurfaced rural paths. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are recommended.
Moderate - walks for people with country walking experience and a good level of fitness. May include some steep paths and open country, and may be at a brisk pace. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are essential.
Strenuous - walks for experienced country walkers with an above average fitness level. May include hills and rough country, and may be at a brisk pace. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are essential. People in doubt about their fitness should contact the organiser or leader in advance.
Technical - walks for experienced and very fit walkers with additional technical skills. May require scrambling and use of ropes, ice axes and crampons. You must contact the organiser or leader in advance for further details.
Important additional advice
Walk gradings are provided as a general guide only. If you have any doubt about your fitness for a particular walk please contact the organiser or leader in advance.
Bear in mind the distance of the walk, regional differences in terrain and the possibility of bad weather, which can make a walk more difficult than planned.
If you're unsure of your fitness level, try a short and easy walk first - it's much better to find a walk a little too slow and easy than to make yourself miserable and exhausted.
Leaders may refuse to accept participants who in their opinion are inadequately equipped or unfit.
Ramblers’ walks are graded for difficulty as follows:
Easy Access - walks for everyone, including people with conventional wheelchairs and pushchairs, using easy access paths. Comfortable shoes or trainers can be worn. Assistance may be needed to push wheelchairs on some sections.
Easy - walks for anyone who does not have a mobility difficulty, a specific health problem or is seriously unfit. Suitable for pushchairs if they can be lifted over occasional obstructions. Comfortable shoes or trainers can be worn.
Leisurely - walks for reasonably fit people with at least a little country walking experience. May include unsurfaced rural paths. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are recommended.
Moderate - walks for people with country walking experience and a good level of fitness. May include some steep paths and open country, and may be at a brisk pace. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are essential.
Strenuous - walks for experienced country walkers with an above average fitness level. May include hills and rough country, and may be at a brisk pace. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are essential. People in doubt about their fitness should contact the organiser or leader in advance.
Technical - walks for experienced and very fit walkers with additional technical skills. May require scrambling and use of ropes, ice axes and crampons. You must contact the organiser or leader in advance for further details.
Important additional advice
Walk gradings are provided as a general guide only. If you have any doubt about your fitness for a particular walk please contact the organiser or leader in advance.
Bear in mind the distance of the walk, regional differences in terrain and the possibility of bad weather, which can make a walk more difficult than planned.
If you're unsure of your fitness level, try a short and easy walk first - it's much better to find a walk a little too slow and easy than to make yourself miserable and exhausted.
Leaders may refuse to accept participants who in their opinion are inadequately equipped or unfit.
