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Author Archives: Zak

Clarifying our Policy on Dogs on Walks

Posted on January 2, 2025 by Zak

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→

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Changes to Walk Grading

Posted on December 3, 2024 by Zak

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→

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A New Walk Submission Process

Posted on November 6, 2024 by Zak

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→

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An update on walk leadership

Posted on May 14, 2024 by Zak

Following extensive work and consultation, Ramblers have launched a major revamp of the approach to walk leadership across the organisation. All the national information about leading Ramblers walks can now be found under the new “Walk Leadership” section on the Continue reading An update on walk leadership→

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Winter Staycation 2023–24

Posted on December 20, 2023 by Zak

As in previous years, the Berkshire Walkers are hosting a ❄⛄ Winter Staycation ⛄❄ over the period between Christmas and New Year for those who are around. Due to the timing of the weeks this year, this will be shorter Continue reading Winter Staycation 2023–24→

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The importance of being a back-marker

Posted on October 23, 2023 by Zak

Now that many of our walks have grown from their pandemic-limited numbers back to the more traditional size that members from before 2020 will remember, and sometimes beyond with a thriving number of new members, it’s worth taking a moment Continue reading The importance of being a back-marker→

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Guidance, Q&A and Training for Walk Leaders

Posted on April 26, 2023 by Zak

A group such as ours can only keep running thanks to the efforts of its volunteers, and especially the walk leaders who contribute to the programme each week. We’re always keen to encourage and support new walk leaders to get Continue reading Guidance, Q&A and Training for Walk Leaders→

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The BWs return to Scotland!

Posted on March 17, 2023 by Zak

With two group trips already firmly in the calendar this year (plus NYR) we’re pleased to announce a further group trip coming up in September… Munros, Glens & Trossachs: a week in the Scottish Highlands (Crianlarich, 9th–16th September) Being further Continue reading The BWs return to Scotland!→

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Winter Staycation 2022–23

Posted on November 22, 2022 by Zak

As the cold weather settles in and December approaches, it’s time once again to announce and organise the BW Winter Staycation for another year! The idea is to have a fairly full programme of walks and socials over the Christmas Continue reading Winter Staycation 2022–23→

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A full year of trips away, at last!

Posted on November 20, 2022 by Zak

For all the enjoyment of local walking, one of the things I’ve always found the most enjoyable and exciting about the group has been the trips away to walk in other parts of the country. These are a great opportunity Continue reading A full year of trips away, at last!→

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7:00 pm Swanning around in Pangbourne @ The Swan
Swanning around in Pangbourne @ The Swan
Jul 11 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Swanning around in Pangbourne @ The Swan | Pangbourne | England | United Kingdom
Today’s BW pub social takes take us to The Swan in Pangbourne, which has been a popular place for BW for many years. This’ll also be a great opportunity for walkers, whether they’re experienced or new, to share any ideas Continue reading Swanning around in Pangbourne→
Jul
12
Sat
2025
9:15 am A Cotswold Odyssey via Bourton-o... @ Kingham station
A Cotswold Odyssey via Bourton-o... @ Kingham station
Jul 12 @ 9:15 am – 6:00 pm
A Cotswold Odyssey via Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold, 17.5 miles, moderate @ Kingham station | Kingham | England | United Kingdom
A long but rewarding circular walk through picturesque Cotswold countryside and villages, including Bourton-on-the-Water, Lower Slaughter, Stow-in-the-Wold*, and Upper Oddington. * There’s an option to drop out at Stow-in-the-Wold via bus, for a 12-mile linear walk. Advance booking is not Continue reading A Cotswold Odyssey via Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold, 17.5 miles, moderate→
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16
Wed
2025
6:40 pm Evening views of Newbury, 6 mile... @ Newbury station, north side
Evening views of Newbury, 6 mile... @ Newbury station, north side
Jul 16 @ 6:40 pm – 9:00 pm
Tonight’s evening walk will give us some wonderful of Newbury as well as the surrounding countryside. Starting the north side of Newbury station, we’ll start off by walking through the Market Square before walking alongside St Nicolas’ church to follow Continue reading Evening views of Newbury, 6 miles, leisurely→
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18
Fri
2025
7:00 pm Drinks with the Committee @ Reading Biscuit Factory
Drinks with the Committee @ Reading Biscuit Factory
Jul 18 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Drinks with the Committee @ Reading Biscuit Factory | England | United Kingdom
Following on from the ‘Drinks with the Committee’ event back in February, the Committee will be holding a summer event on 18th July. This’ll also be a great opportunity for walkers, whether they’re experienced or new, to share any ideas Continue reading Drinks with the Committee→
Jul
19
Sat
2025
10:15 am ELIZABETH LINE WALK SERIES: Stra... @ Stratford
ELIZABETH LINE WALK SERIES: Stra... @ Stratford
Jul 19 @ 10:15 am – 4:45 pm
Today’s walk takes us from Stratford to Cheshunt along the River Lea as well as the Lea Navigation, both of which offer a scenic route through a mix of urban and natural landscapes. During this walk, we’ll be passing through Continue reading ELIZABETH LINE WALK SERIES: Stratford to Cheshunt (River Lea walk), 14.6 miles, strenuous→
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