Walking Tips!
If you have never walked before we consider the following items are essential:
- A pair of walking boots
- Warm layers of clothing and waterproof jacket and over trousers
- A rucksack for your food, hot drink and additional clothing in case the weather changes
- Passengers should have a pair of casual shoes to change into at the end of the walk and a plastic bag to put your boots in.
- Denim jeans are not recommended due to their poor thermal qualities and long drying time when wet.
Fell walking can be strenuous and if you haven't exercised recently you should consider your general fitness and health before selecting the grade of walk and if necessary, discuss it with your Doctor.
Ramble Grades
A + = Strenuous
A = Moderately Strenuous
Walks are 13 to 16 miles during the Summer and up to 13 miles during the Winter
B = Moderate
Walks are 9 to 11 miles during the Summer and 8 to 10 miles during the Winter
C = Moderate
Walks are between 5 to 6 miles
Important Information
Car Share Scheme -
B walkers make their own way to the start of the walk. Every effort will be made to make sure that those wanting lifts can do so. Those wanting a lift, please email or phone one of the contact numbers a few days before the walk to find out the details of the meeting place. A donation to the driver of 20p per mile on the outward journey is required.
Dogs -
The Association has agreed that no dogs will be allowed on the walks.
Insurance -
Blackburn Rambling Association has third party indemnity insurance, but members are responsible for their own personal accident insurance.
Annual Subscriptions -
Subscriptions are due following the AGM held in March of each year at which the subscriptions shall be set. The current annual subs are £10.00.
Members must be 16 years and over.
Persons under 16 years do not pay subs and can walk, but must be accompanied by a responsible person who is a member of the club.