The BWs are 25 this year!
The BWs are 25 this year! : A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far, away… A group of 17 young walkers set off from Knowl Hill for a 6 mile hike. Upon returning to Knowl Hill, a full committee was formed, and the group known Continue reading The BWs are 25 this year!→
BW Christmas Walk, Meal and 2024 Walking Awards
BW Christmas Walk, Meal and 2024 Walking Awards : This year’s Christmas meal was preceded by a walk from Twyford to Reading, as led by myself, along the River Thames, during which we had some fantastic weather. As the 12 of us arrived into Reading earlier than expected, we Continue reading BW Christmas Walk, Meal and 2024 Walking Awards→
December 2024 Committee Update
December 2024 Committee Update : We had a wide-ranging and engaging Committee Meeting this month that included the Ramblers Values, BW’s turn to host the Area AGM in 2025, upcoming ‘Drinks with The Committee’ events, our planned trips for next year and of course, celebratory Continue reading December 2024 Committee Update→
Clarifying our Policy on Dogs on Walks
Clarifying our Policy on Dogs on Walks : We know that there are many people who are keen to bring their dogs on group walks, and are not always clear whether this is allowed in general or for a particular walk. In line with Ramblers policy, dogs are Continue reading Clarifying our Policy on Dogs on Walks→
Changes to Walk Grading
Changes to Walk Grading : For some time, the group has used a system of walk grades (easy / moderate / challenging) which is slightly different to the standard Ramblers system. This can lead to confusion for those who walk with multiple groups, and makes Continue reading Changes to Walk Grading→
From overwhelmed to overjoyed: The mental health benefits of walking
From overwhelmed to overjoyed: The mental health benefits of walking : Mental health is a demon that can affect anyone at any time. In a world that increasingly values resilience and productivity, acknowledging these struggles can sometimes feel like admitting weakness. Although mental health may be a demon that shouldn’t exist, Continue reading From overwhelmed to overjoyed: The mental health benefits of walking→
A New Walk Submission Process
A New Walk Submission Process : In an effort to streamline our walk management process, we’re retiring our current Google Forms-based walk submission system, and moving over to using the central Ramblers Walks Manager system to submit walks. (See below for more detail on the reasons Continue reading A New Walk Submission Process→

The Berkshire Walkers

We are a very active, sociable and friendly walking group for people in their 20s and 30s. We run group-led walks every weekend, as well as monthly socials, trips away, and our yearly winter “staycation”.

GIVE US A TRY! Simply sign up for any walk. You can choose to join after two or three walks.

Have a look at our blog to see some of the walks and trips we’ve been on recently, or join us on one of our upcoming walks or events!

If you’d like to know more, please see our information for new members page, or contact us.