75 years of rambling

A 75 km circular walk is being organised in Warrington – to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Ramblers Association.
Members of the Warrington Group of the Ramblers are hold the walk – divided into five sections – during June and July.
Each walk will be approximately 15 km, or nine miles, covering the outer fringes of the borough. They will be open to both members and non-members
It will be launched by event organiser Roger Lamming, who will present a baton to be carried by the leaders during the course of the walks.
Each walk will start at or near to a bus stop to enable people taking part to get to the start point without driving.
Children will be welcome, although they must be accompanied by adults. Dogs must be kept on leads.
Mr Lamming said: “Good walking boots or shoes are recommended as is weatherproof clothing and we would ask that the Countryside Code be observed. “
The first walk will take place on June 5, starting from The Poacher pub at Gorse Covert.