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Click on the above for Committee contact details - Nottingham Ramblers Committee - Walks leaders guidance - Guidance for preparation of a walk - Shops that offer discounts to Ramblers members - Walks Programme 2026

Nottingham Ramblers’ Committee  


WALK LEADERS' GUIDANCE PREPARING FOR LEADING

Download onto your phone the OS locate app, the “what three words” app these are useful to idenify where you are especially in an emergency.

The British Red Cross First aid app is useful should you need first aid advice.

Have a look at the, very useful, online training available on the Ramblers' website. There are three modules that are described as “mandatory” for walk leaders. These are “Walk Leadership Foundations”, Walk Leader Handbook” and “Prevening and Managing Incidents”.

Equipment – a basic first aid kit is useful and an emergency foil blanket – the group has some of these. Some spare clothing might be useful if your walk is in exposed terrain.

Planning the walk

All walks should be planned beforehand. Use maps, websites, guidebooks etc. to plan your route. If using Public Transport take into account bus/train 9mes.

Walk grade miles A 10+ Difficult / B 8+ Moderate / C 6+ Easy

Most walks should be recced beforehand and any risks such as road crossings, path condi9ons, ascents and descents, a loose style etc. noted so that you can refer to them on the walk. On the recce secateurs can be useful, we have two pairs for group use. Plan the locations for coffee and lunch stops. On the recce consider possible drop out points.

Start of the walk

Before setting off check the weather forecast – you may need to adjust the planned route if bad weather is forecast.

At the start of the walk inform the group of possible risks and points where walkers could drop out if necessary. Inform walkers of distance and rough estimate of finish time.

Remind walkers they should have emergency contact details in or on their rucksack key rings and ICE cards are available to all walkers. Any medical details would be helpful to NHS staff.

Mention if any toilets on route.

Count the number in the group, appoint a back marker if the group is large (10+). Leader and back marker should swap mobile numbers (but remember you may be in a location with poor mobile coverage). Do a quick check that walkers have suitable kit before leaving Nottingham and advise about conditions.

On the walk

Adjust the walking pace to allow the group to stay together and conversa9ons to take place. Maintain a position where you can observe if anyone is struggling
Do regular head counts to make sure all walkers are still with you.

Ask people not to walk ahead of you and ask them to inform back marker if stopping for any reason. Single file walking on roads, normally facing oncoming traffic.

Warn walkers about catching others with poles. Warn walkers about walking with umbrellas and point out difficulty of balancing when holding anything in one hand, there is also a danger of poking others with an umbrella.

In an emergency call 999, know where you are either grid reference (OS locate on phone) or 'what3words' and be able to explain what the problem is. Utilise the expertise in the group.

At the end of the walk check all walkers are okay and give directions to nearest bus stop if required.

DISCOUNTS 

Many outdoor clothing and equipment stores offer special discounts to members

The following stores offer special discounts to Ramblers’ members on production of a valid membership card. Discounts are not normally available on food, maps, books and sale items:

  • Cotswold Outdoor Ltd, Castle Buildings, Castle Boulevard, Nottingham. Tel: 0115  957 6890
  • Trespass, 244 Victoria Centre (only). Tel: 0115 947 6662
  • Rohan, 29-31 King Street, Southwell, NG25 0EH. Tel: 0115 646 7763 

  • GO Outdoors, Mansfield Road, Arnold, Nottingham NG5 6BP. Tel. 0344 3876761

     


COACH PROGRAMME 2026

  • Sun. 04 Jan. 2026
    CROMFORD, Derbys.
  • Sun. 01 Feb. 2026
    KIRK IRETON, Derbys.
  • Sun. 01 March 2026
    MONYASH, Derbys.
  • Sun. 29 March 2026
    CHELMORTON, Derbys.
  • Sun. 26 April 2026
    HOPE, Derbys.
  • Sun. 24 May 2026
    ILAM, Staffs.
  • Sun. 21 June 2026
    FROGGATT EDGE, Derbys.
  • Sun. 19 July 2026
    FOXTON LOCKS, Leics.
  • Sun. 16 Aug. 2026
    MONSAL DALE, Derbys.
  • Sun. 13 Sept. 2026
    EYAM , Derbys.
  • Sun. 11 Oct. 2026
    MAYFIELD, Staffs.
  • Sun. 08 Nov. 2026
    LINACRE, Derbys.
  • Sun. 20 Dec. 2026
    CASTLETON, Derbys.
  • Sun. 17 Jan. 2027
    LOWER HARTSHAY, Derbys.

Coach picks ups on a Sunday are 9.15 County Hall and 9.30 Maid Marian Way

Walk finish times Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, March 4pm - April, May, June, July, Aug, Sept, Oct. 5pm

 

COACH PAYMENT

There is an option to make coach payments by bank transfer if that is more convenient for you. The payment needs to be made by the Thursday before the Sunday coach, in order for Lin to check the bank statement please. The bank details are:- Nottingham Ramblers Group - Sort Code 608301 - Account No 20215260. Please put your name as the reference. The bank we use is Unity Trust. Cash payments are still acceptable.


RAMBLERS HOLIDAYS

If anyone is booking a holiday with The Ramblers holiday company don't forget to nominate our group as we will receive
UK holidays - £10 per person booked
Short haul holidays - £20 per person booked
Long Haul holidays - £30 per person booked