As an Access officer you will have a key role in Ramblers work to promote and protect open access to the countryside as a way of enabling all people to come to a greater knowledge, love and appreciation of the countryside. This page details the various areas of support the Walking Environment team can offer.
Support and Resources
We provide a number of resources for those undertaking the role of Area or Group Access Officer as well as those who undertake Practical Path Work. Central Office can also provide a large amount of support for all these areas of work. To take advantage of this please gets in touch with the Walking Environment Team.
The list below outlines the various resources that are available as well as who they are aimed at.
Role descriptions for Area Access Officers and Group Access officers - These role descriptions are aimed at those in the role of Footpath Secretary and the types of activities that are involved in the role.
Local Access Forum Guidance Notes- Notes for those Ramblers volunteers who sit on Local Access Forums
Factsheet Library - These factsheets are aimed at all access volunteers. They give support in a number of different areas including guidance on how the law affects path work, responding to consultation and encouraging volunteering. To get a full list of factsheets go to the factsheet library.
The BTCV Guide, 'Footpaths - a practical handbook,'- This is a free resource aimed at those who undertake or coordinate practical path work at Group or Area level.
Insurance Information - Ramblers provide insurance for those undertaking practical path works. This information is aimed at those who undertake practical path work.
Knowledge Portal - A one stop shop for all queries about rights of way and access, for volunteers undertaking a rights of way role.
News
Each month the Walking Environment Team produces an update for all volunteers involved in Rights of Way, Access and Practical path work. You can view the latest edition here.
You can view previous versions by clicking on the relevant link below:
The Walking Environment Update is circulated through the volunteer e-newsletter. You can sign up to the newsletter here.
Coastal Access Updates
Consultations, Secondary Legislation and Preparations for Implementation
Consultation on amending CRoW Act for coastal land
Comments are invited on Defra's proposals to amend the CRoW Act. (Consultation / action request - posted 9 September 2009)
