Lead a walk
We are always looking to welcome new leaders who are willing to help
run our successful walks programme. Even if you are already leading a
group on guided walks, get in touch if you would like to make your walks
more widely available.
Either way please let us know by contacting us.
About the walks
Your walk should fit into one of these categories:
- Short Walks are usually 5-9 miles long, not particularly hilly, on the second Wednesday of the month
- Longer Walks are usually 9-12 miles long, can be quite hilly, on the last Wednesday of the month
In December there's usually a combined walk on the second or third Wednesday.
Your walk must be accessible by public transport.
Walks programmes
The following details are needed for the walks programme, which is published in the society's newsletter and on
this site.
- Date of walk
- Leader's name and contact details
- Walk description, including start location and finish location if different from start
- Length of walk in miles
- Details of ascent in feet or a description e.g. hilly, negligible ascent etc, that will allow walkers to assess
their capability for joining the walk
- Times of trains/buses to/from the walk
Leading the walk
The walk leader should:
- Be familiar with the planned route, either through well established local knowledge or by reconnaissance shortly
before the walk.
- Be aware of any escape routes that allow the walk to be cut short.
- Carry basic safety gear, e.g. map, compass, whistle, etc.
- Know how to deal with emergencies and know how to contact the appropriate emergency service.
- Check the weather forecast on the day of the walk and be prepared to alter the route in the light of that forecast.
- Have a system for ensuring that no member of the group is left behind.
Related pages
Walks
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