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Ramblers Cymru urges public to back new Glyndwr National Park as deadline looms
Walking charity says first new Welsh national park in 60 years is vital for access to nature
Our response to the UK Government’s Environmental Improvement Plan for England
We welcome the UK Government’s new Environmental Improvement Plan for England – but actions speak louder than words, and the time for action is now.
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Government accused of neglecting the public’s access to nature, 25 years on from landmark legislation
Walking charity calls for urgent action as the Government fails to fulfil pre-election promise to improve access to green space, despite the known benefits.
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Scottish Outdoor Recreation Alliance manifesto
The Scottish Outdoor Recreation Alliance joint manifesto calls for an ambitious “Paths into Nature” programme from 2026-31, backed by a £50 million Scottish Paths Fund, to improve the quality, accessibility and visibility of our paths in outdoor spaces.
The Ramblers welcomes new report calling for urgent action to tackle inequality in access to the outdoors
A new report from the UK Government’s All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Outdoor Recreation and Access to Nature is a “blueprint for much-needed urgent change”, says The Ramblers.
A stile every mile – millions missing out on benefits of walking due to outdated barriers in countryside
Physical barriers, such as stiles, currently prevent 1 in 4 people using the path network – meaning millions of people are potentially missing out on the physical and mental health benefits of walking in nature.
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Stretch of South West Coast Path named Britain's Favourite Path
The Ramblers announce the 2025 winner of Britain's Favourite Path
Step Forward Walks for Women in North Wales
We’re working with young women in north Wales to create fun, friendly walking groups that inspire you to get outdoors and explore your local area.
The public reaction to Zahrah Mahmood being made an MBE
Last month Zahrah Mahmood, President of Ramblers Scotland was made an MBE for her Voluntary Service in Scotland.
Access to nature inquiry launched by All-Party Parliamentary Group
Laws need to change to give people better access to nature closer to their homes, the chair of a new All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG), Andy MacNae MP, has said.
Help England's Coast Path follow the Isle of Wight's coast
Walkers face hazardous detour down an A-Road after English Heritage blocks the national coast path from passing along its historic beach.
Threat to paths officially abolished in Wales
After years of campaigning by the Ramblers, royal assent has been given to the Senedd Legislation Bill, which removes the spectre of a deadline for recording paths in Wales.
