Walk magazine autumn 2024

Walk is the Ramblers’ magazine, with more readers than any other UK walking magazine

Autumn 2024

Going for a walk is such a simple thing, yet its impact can be life-changing. In the latest walk magazine meet two people whose lives have transformed by walking. David Carrington-Porter lost his sight aged seven and has since climbed Kilimanjaro, reached Everest base camp and now leads the Milton Mountaineers. Comedian Shazia Mirza discovered a love of the great outdoors at secondary school, which she passed on to other inner-city teenagers as a teacher, before exploring her spirituality on pilgrimage trails.

Fancy undertaking a pilgrimage trek of your own? The freshly waymarked St James’ Way is a centuries-old camino route through the heart of southern England. Or perhaps you want autumn walks with maximum interest and minimal squelchy mud? If so, check out our top ten boardwalk trails.

As we saunter towards the Ramblers’ 90th birthday this winter, share your retro rambling photos for the chance to win a luxury break. And tell us about your adventures on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.

Elyssa Campbell Barr, Editor

A boardwalk leading down a tree-lined marsh

Ten Places - Get on board

A well-placed boardwalk can take you safely over boggy terrain, let you explore fragile habitats without causing damage, and many are wheel-friendly too. Discover our pick of Britain’s best boardwalks for exploring marshlands, woodlands and coastlines this autumn.

My Walk of Life: David Carrington-Porter

Blindness has never been a barrier to David, a longstanding Ramblers member and mountaineer who’s spent decades tackling the world’s most challenging trails and now leads the Milton Mountaineers group for visually-impaired hikers and sighted guides.

St James' Way: The English Camino

There’s no need to go overseas to walk a camino, one of the medieval pilgrim routes heading towards Santiago de Compostela in Spain. The recently waymarked St James’ Way wends its way through southern England

My Perfect Day: Shazia Mirza

Whether exploring her spiritual side or connecting inner-city teens to nature, walking has had lifelong benefits for the comedian, writer and former teacher – a star of the BBC series Pilgrimage.

Ready to ramble - walking essentials

From an expandable backpack to a wearable light, these hiking helpers will ensure you’re well prepared for the joy of the trail.

Offers, competitions & more

The Holiday Property Bond

HPB has all the ingredients of a perfect holiday… all in such beautiful parts of the world, ideal for walkers.” Discover more about how, just like Sue Barker, you can enjoy one walking holiday after another with HPB.

Sole mates

Choosing the right walking boots or shoes isn’t a decision to be taken lightly. Thankfully, Cotswold Outdoor is here to help

Get 20% off Cicerone books

Get 20% off all printed books by using the code RAMBLERS20 at checkout. Cicerone will give 10% of the purchase price to support the work of the Ramblers.

A female walker with backpack on a rocky, mountainous route, staring into the distance.

Gear on test - Leaders of the pack

The right rucksack can be the difference between an enjoyable hike and an uncomfortable endurance test.

A female walker sitting on a high vantage point with book in hand.

Rambling reads - from path to page

Looking for some inspiration for your next adventure? Check out one of these walking-related books.

Walk magazine competitions

Enter our latest walk magazine competitions plus find out who has won the most recent competition prizes.

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