Ramblers Association

About The Ramblers’ Association

The Ramblers’ Association is Britain’s biggest charity working to promote walking and to improve conditions for all walkers. With 137,000 members in England, Scotland and Wales, it has been working for walkers for over 70 years.

Through its networks of dedicated volunteers and staff, The Ramblers’ Association supports all who walk, from beginners to experienced enthusiasts, family groups to solitary strollers and the very young to the young at heart.

The Ramblers’ Association is dedicated to:

• safeguarding Britain's unique network of public paths - all too often, they are illegally blocked, obstructed and overgrown. The charity works with local authorities to make them a pleasure to walk on.

• providing information to help you plan your walk and enjoy it in safety and comfort.

• increasing access for walkers by helping to establish statutory rights of access to the outdoors.

• safeguarding the natural beauty of the countryside and green spaces so that walkers can enjoy their tranquility and beauty.

• educating the public about the health and environmental benefits of walking so that everyone can enjoy this wonderful activity.

And you get a great deal when you join the Ramblers’ Association:

• walk magazine - a quarterly magazine packed with gear and book reviews, stunning photography and exciting features by renowned writers

• walk BRITAIN guide -  annual walkers' handbook including maps, photographs, contact details and accommodation listings (rrp £5.99)

• walking groups - opportunities to get out walking with others through local group walks - around 500 each week across England, Scotland and Wales

• discretionary discounts - save money on clothing and gear at many outdoor stores, including 10% off at Millets, Blacks and Rohan

• access to members’ map library - the chance to borrow from the extensive Ordnance Survey map collection, for a very small fee.

To join the Ramblers visit www.ramblers.org.uk/join or call 020 7339 8500.