We are the West Dorset Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Minterne Parva, Seldon Hill, Wessex Ridgeway. Bring a picnic. No dogs.
Call ahead: please telephone/text Jill 07974756107 to book your place at least 24 hours in advance and don’t forget to let the walk leader know if you are unable to attend in case there is a wait list.
We make every effort to put on the walks as listed in the programme and they take place in most weather conditions as long as more than two walkers wish to join the leader. However, the leader may have to cancel or shorten a walk if the weather is very bad or a path is impassable. If the leader decides to cancel a walk, they will endeavour to get to the start to tell anyone else who turns up that it is cancelled. But in the case of fog, snow or ice, that might not be possible.
Car Sharing: When booking please tell the leader if you would like a lift or can offer one.
Refreshments: Please bring food and drink – unless stated otherwise there will be a mid-morning coffee stop and a lunch break on all walks. No pubs/cafés unless indicated.
On the walk: Please keep to the right of way (ROW) and do not stray over adjacent land. Walk single file when crossing land with crops or seeds and make sure gates are left closed. On roads walk on the right facing oncoming traffic. Use stiles and do not climb over nearby gates or fences. Please advise the walk leader if you wish to drop behind. Observe the Country Code.
Clothing and footwear: Walking boots (or wellies) and appropriate waterproof clothing, advisable. The pace will always be comfortable for all. Two miles an hour over footpaths is a good rule of thumb. We won’t leave anyone behind and there’ll be plenty of breaks to admire the views.
Dogs: Dogs are at the walk leader’s discretion and should be kept on a short lead around stock and under close control at all other times. Walkers with Registered Assistance Dogs are welcome but be aware of hills and stiles. Please check with the walk leader when booking in if you wish to bring your dog.
Safety: Each member has a responsibility to identify the hazards and should take steps to eliminate or minimise the potential for an accident. Any accident must be reported to the leader immediately, who will decide if it’s necessary to complete an Accident Form for Head Office. Please advise the walk leader (in confidence) prior to the walk if you have any underlying health concerns or existing health conditions.
health conditions.
Kettle Bridge CP at Cerne Abbas. Donation
