Type of Website: Walking Group

The Category Accessible Walking Groups is a subset of Walking Groups in the UK.

The Category British Walking Federation is a subset of Walking Groups in the UK.

The Category CHA & HF Rambling Clubs is a subset of Walking Groups in the UK.

The Category Christian Walking Groups is a subset of Walking Groups in the UK.

The Category Fell & Hill Walking Groups is a subset of Walking Groups in the UK.

The Category Footpath Associations is a subset of Walking Groups in the UK.

The Category Gay Outdoor Clubs is a subset of Walking Groups in the UK.

The Category Independent Walkers' Clubs is a subset of Walking Groups in the UK.

The Category Long Distance Walkers Association is a subset of Walking Groups in the UK.

The Category Outdoor Groups - Walking is a subset of Walking Groups in the UK.

The Category Ramblers Areas is a subset of Ramblers.

The Category Ramblers is a subset of Walking Groups in the UK.

A number of Ramblers Groups which do NOT (currently) have Records in 'Open Paths and Trails' are referenced in the KEY Entries of the relevant Sections of the EXPLORE categorization. Clicking on a Title of interest therein should link you to the external Website (or Facebook Page) for the chosen Group.

Naturally, as an alternative, details of a Group of interest which does not have a Record in OPT should also be accessible via the Website cited in the Record of the appropriate Ramblers Area; or, of course, by simply accessing the Website of the Ramblers Association itself.

The Category Ulster Federation of Rambling Clubs is a subset of Walking Groups in the UK.

Details of Ulster Federation Clubs described here can be found in the EXPLORE Northern Ireland Category or, naturally, via the Website of the Federation itself.

The Category University of the Third Age is a subset of Walking Groups in the UK.

References to some local individual U3A Groups can be found in the appropriate KEY Records within the EXPLORE Categorization. Clicking on a Title here should link you to a relevant external Website (or Facebook Page.) Or you can simply access the main Website for the U3A itself: The University of the Third Age.

'The British Walking Federation's member clubs organise events designed for people of all ages and abilities.  You don't have to be a member of a club to take part, all you need to do is come to an event and register and take the opportunity to have fun, make friends.'

Permanent Trails Organised by the BWF National Committee

'The Gay Outdoor Club is a members club - no one is paid for their role in it and no-one makes a profit from it. Every member is welcome to play a part in running the club, perhaps by organising an event, by helping to run a group or serving on the committee ... To many of our members, GOC is more than just a walking group - they have found enduring friendships and the opportunity to get out and do events that they otherwise wouldn't have had the chance to.'

'Joining a club is a great way to meet like-minded people, share interests and learn something new. HF Holidays is currently affiliated with over 400 Activity Clubs throughout the UK. From walking clubs to singing groups, they have all joined the HF Holidays community.'

'The LDWA is an Association of people with the common interest of walking long distances in rural, mountainous or moorland areas. By joining the LDWA, you will meet other like-minded long distance walkers and gain access to information on walking events and long distance walking routes all over the UK.'

'OutdoorLads is first and foremost an outdoor activities group. It is designed with gay and bisexual lads in mind to help them enjoy the outdoors, countryside and the pursuits that can be found there, in a friendly, supportive environment ... As an outdoor pursuits group, every month we run a wide range of activities. There’s something for everyone no matter what your interest! ... All over the country people with different ages and backgrounds are joining OutdoorLads – the Group has over 19,500 members and is growing.'

'Find out about the work we do as Britain's walking charity - from maintaining footpaths and campaigning for more access to encouraging more people to take up walking.'

'We created Ramblers Routes – an online library of high-quality walking routes – to give walkers the freedom to walk at their own leisure along safe, inspiring and interesting trails across Britain. Ramblers Routes are designed for walkers by Ramblers volunteers and a unique feature is that any route developed by one volunteer is then checked on the ground by another before it's given our stamp of approval.'

'London and Southeast England based walking and hiking club.'

'Charity that works with communities, policy-makers and partner organisations so that people can choose healthier, cleaner and cheaper journeys and enjoy better, safer spaces to live in. All over the UK, we make a positive difference to people's lives.'

Who can join U3A?: 'Anyone who is no longer in full time employment. We have no other pre-requisites apart from the love of learning. U3As neither require nor award any qualifications. There is also the chance to make new friends and explore new areas of interest.'

'Because of its geographical size the Region has divided itself into five County Networks of U3As: [1] Derbyshire - - - : [2] Leicestershire & Rutland - - - : [3] Lincolnshire - - - : [4] Northamptonshire - - - : [5] Nottinghamshire.'

'Our region includes the six counties of Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire. We are a very diverse region, from isolated rural villages to city metropolis, from agriculture to service industry, manufacturing to technology and the people are excitingly diverse too. We have 6 Universities within our region including Cambridge, Anglia Ruskin, Essex, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and East Anglia.'

U3A Regions

'Our Region includes the counties of Cheshire, Cumbria, and Lancashire plus the Metropolitan Boroughs within Greater Manchester and Merseyside and all contiguous Unitary Authorities.'

U3A Regions

'There are now 23 different U3As in Northern Ireland with around 6,000 members ... To find the nearest U3A to you check the Find a U3A page.' (Note that this Website can have a rather slow response.)

U3A Regions

'There are 46 local U3As in the Northumbria Region which includes Northumberland, County Durham and part of North Yorkshire.'

U3A Regions

'U3A in Scotland is an umbrella group for all U3As within Scotland, providing help and advice for new U3As, and encouraging the exchange of information and ideas between member U3As. There are currently over 7,000 members in 44 U3As in Scotland, from Shetland to the Borders, from west coast islands to east coast cities, from central belt bustle to quiet Highland towns.'

U3A Regions

'Includes Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Kent, Oxfordshire, Surrey, Sussex and the Isle of Wight.'

'Covers the counties of Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire and Gloucester, and so is the largest geographical Region in England.'

U3A Regions

The 'Map shows the London Boroughs not necessarily the London U3As. In most but not all cases the two coincide. London U3As are listed on the Our U3As page'.

U3A Regions

'Wales U3A is not a U3A. It is simply a Website which lists all the ... Welsh U3As ... with links to their own Websites so existing and prospective U3A members can see what individual U3As have to offer.'

U3A Regions

'Our Region includes the six counties of Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, West Midlands, Worcestershire and Herefordshire, along with all unitary authorities contained therein. We are a very diverse region, from isolated rural village to city metropolis, from agriculture to service industry, manufacturing to technology and the people are excitingly diverse too.'

Information about over forty Local Groups throughout the Region - the majority of which have their own Website Pages.

U3A Regions

'The Ulster Federation of Rambling Clubs (UFRC) is the Governing body for Rambling and Hill-Walking Clubs in the North of Ireland.'

'Formed in 1971, the Abbots Bromley Footpath Society exists to promote the use of Rights of Way in Abbots Bromley and the surrounding parishes. Since then the Society has been responsible for the re-opening of many paths in the area by clearing undergrowth and erecting stiles and bridges.'

'The Club is one of the oldest in the Aberdeen area, being formed in the 1940s by staff of the then nationalised telephone service.  The Club has a very broad membership from all walks of life and is open for anyone to join. – join the club and make new friends – enjoy the freedom of the Scottish Highlands – come along to a selection of social events throughout the year – travel in comfort in a luxury coach – be involved and suggest your favourite walks on line ...'

Member of the Ramblers - Grampian Area Grouping

Member of the U3A - North East Scotland Grouping

Member of the Ramblers - Grampian Area Grouping

Member of the Ramblers - Ceredigion Area Grouping

'Founded in 1913 we have a current membership of more than fifty.'

Member of the U3A - Derbyshire Grouping

Member of the U3A - Northumberland Grouping

Member of the Ramblers - Hampshire Area Grouping

The Club for Hillwalkers, Ramblers and Amblers  'We are a "not for profit" organisation with very modest membership fees whose objective is "to encourage the appreciation, conservation and enjoyment of the countryside". Please explore the site and the Facebook page to find out more about us and the countryside walks and other activities that we can offer you.'

Member of the Ramblers - Derbyshire Area Grouping

Member of the Ramblers - Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes and West Middlesex Area Grouping

'Series walks are designed so that they may be completed at your own pace.  We do not all go out together in one big group but each walker has a copy of the route and is able to start at any time and walk at their own speed.  This has the advantage that quicker walkers are not held up by a slower pace, and vice-versa.  It does not mean that walkers go off by themselves as there is always a group that will walk at your own pace.'

'The Club was formed in May 1978 by a group of workers at the BICC factory in Leigh. Although any link with BICC was broken a long time ago, the name "Anchor" comes from that connection with "Anchor Cables". The purpose of the club is to provide an opportunity for people to enjoy rambling in a safe and enjoyable environment.'

Member of the Ramblers - Hampshire Area Grouping

'We are a lively, local, independent walking club, founded in 1953, based in the Arrow Valley, Worcestershire, with a membership of around 100, mainly from The Redditch, Bromsgrove and South Birmingham areas.'

Member of the Ramblers - Sussex Area Grouping

Member of the U3A - Derbyshire Grouping

Member of the Ramblers - Kent Area Grouping

'The Club was formed in 1931 and caters for all ages and walking abilities. Over the years it has grown to a membership of 200 approximately, with a variety of walks graded, strolling, easy & moderate / strenuous.'

'Aycliffe Fell walking Club is based in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham (near Darlington in the North East of England) and is open to everyone interested in fell walking or rambling. It caters for walkers of all abilities and ages. It became Aycliffe Fellwalking Club in 2011.'

Member of the Ramblers - Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes and West Middlesex Area Grouping

Member of the U3A - Derbyshire Grouping

Member of the Ramblers - Lothian & Borders Area Grouping

'Walking in Northern Ireland and beyond for over 35 years.'

Member of the Ramblers - North Yorks & South Durham Area Grouping

Member of the U3A - London (North) Grouping

'Established in 1930, and currently has over 350 members. A private coach is operated every Sunday to deliver members into the heart of the English Lake District. Members are offered a choice of 3 walks to suit their own capabilities ...'

'We are an independent friendly group of people who enjoy walking and will always offer you a warm welcome. We are based in the Basildon Borough Council area, but have numerous members from Chelmsford, Brentwood and Southend areas.'

Member of the Ramblers - Essex Area Grouping

Member of the Ramblers - Avon Area Grouping

Member of the Ramblers - Sussex Area Grouping

Member of the Ramblers - Warwickshire Area Grouping

Member of the U3A - London (South) Grouping

Member of the U3A - North Yorkshire Grouping

Member of the U3A - Tyne and Wear Grouping

'We walk every Saturday (except for holidays). We nearly always use public transport. Our club is especially suitable for over-50s. The walks are not too strenuous. We go to places all over Northern Ireland ... '

'We walk on Saturday afternoons ... Walks start at 2pm ... We travel by sharing cars to the start of the walk ... Walks are tailored according to each walker's ability ... Members are in the over 50 age range ... Walks vary from 3 – 5 miles.'

Member of the U3A - Northern Ireland Grouping

'The Club was formed in July 1983 with the following aims: [1] To provide a programme of organised walks - - - : [2] To secure and maintain the right to walk in the countryside, on public paths, mountain tracks and open moorland - - - : [3] To encourage recreational walking and the appreciation of the countryside - - - : [4] To help protect the natural beauty from despoliation.

Member of the U3A - Derbyshire Grouping

'The Berkshire & Mid Thames Group generally walk on the 3rd Sunday of each month and the 1st Saturday evening from May to September.'

Member of the Ramblers - Berkshire Area Grouping

Member of the Ramblers - Berkshire Area Grouping

Member of the U3A - Northumberland Grouping

Member of the Ramblers - North Wales Area Grouping

Member of the Ramblers - East Yorkshire and Derwent Area Grouping

Member of the Ramblers - Staffordshire Area Grouping

Member of the Ramblers - Clydesdale to Solway Area Grouping

Member of the U3A - County Durham Grouping

'We have published several booklets recommending walks on circular and linear routes, and are currently working on a project to produce more of these walks in a widening circle of up to an 8-mile radius around town.  We also publish monthly walks on our website.'

Member of the Ramblers - Staffordshire Area Grouping

Member of the Ramblers - North East Lancashire Area Grouping

Member of the Ramblers - Inner London Area Grouping

'If you are a visitor we do hope that you will consider joining us on one of our Sunday walks and hopefully then join us to enjoy the benefits of full membership.'

Member of the Ramblers - Forth Valley, Fife & Tayside Area Grouping

'BaDNS provides a range of weekday walking opportunities supervised by fully qualified walk leaders and first aiders, suitable for most abilities ... Our programme of walks range from easy low level or town based starter walks up to very serious extended and remote hill walking, and associated activities ... The Group is organised and run on a voluntary basis. We are affiliated to the Walking for Health Initiative, Paths for All and Ramblers Scotland. We are also members of Perth and Kinross Sports Council.'

'We are a small, friendly group of people who enjoy walking in the West Sussex countryside'

Member of the U3A - Tyne and Wear Grouping

Member of the U3A - Derbyshire Grouping

'Founded in 1905 the Club celebrated its Centenary in 2005. We're very active and we extend a warm welcome to all walkers and lovers of the countryside ... We have members of all ages and from a range of backgrounds. For a modest annual fee you can enjoy all the hidden delights of rural Lancashire and beyond the best way there is, on foot!'

Member of the Ramblers - Greater Manchester and High Peak Area Grouping