Crawley

'Crawley Branch of the Ramblers is a caring group. We like to walk for pleasure and the enjoyment of other peoples' company, and for the exercise. We are of mixed ages, some young, some older and some very old! Our walks are researched and walked in advance to make sure they are suitable for all, checking for hazards in case there are problems for those who are less able than others.'

'The Interest Groups are informal and run on a self-help basis. All members are encouraged to contribute their own particular skills, knowledge, ideas and experience. U3A is dedicated to learning for its own sake ... It is essential to contact the Group Leader before attending a Group Meeting, especially if choosing a group not previously attended, to ensure that a place is available and to get up-to-date information about the dates, times and venue.'

'Health walks are provided free of charge and all you need are comfortable, laced shoes. Walks are supervised by qualified walk leaders to ensure your safety and enjoyment ... If you would like to try some other walking routes around Crawley please take a look at the Greenways page , where you can find various circular walks that can be done in your own time.'

'We’ve teamed up with the Gatwick Greenspace Partnership to bring you circular walks in Crawley, called the "Greenways". They all have different levels of difficulty, taking in all parts of the town.'

Tilgate Park is a 'large park situated in Tilgate, South-East Crawley. It is the largest and most popular park in the area. Although it is mostly associated with the area surrounding Tilgate Lake, a large area of the park is also silvicultural forest, there is also a Local Nature Reserve called Tilgate Nature Centre for protected and endangered species.'

Tilgate Forest is an '150ha site of mixed conifer and broadleaf woodland is managed by the Forestry Commission. It links to, and can be accessed from, the adjoining Tilgate Park on the southern edge of Crawley'.