Wiltshire Ramblers

at the heart of walking in Wiltshire

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Wiltshire Ramblers currently total some 1,300 members within 5 groups. Our groups work towards the charitable aims of Ramblers in different ways, all organising programmes of led walks within Wiltshire and its neighbouring counties. For further details please Click Here.

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Documents for the AGM on 7th February 2026 can be found by clicking here with the documents being shown below.

Programme Download

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Guided walks across Wiltshire in the forthcoming days..... (Click on a walk for more details)

LeisurelyTuesday, 3rd November, West Dean, 5mi / 8km
LeisurelyTuesday, 3rd November, Circular Walk around Malmesbury returning to Lea, 6mi / 9.7km
ModerateWednesday, 4th November, Melbury Beacon, 6.5mi / 10.5km
ModerateWednesday, 4th November, East Woodlands circular walk, 5mi / 8km
LeisurelyThursday, 5th November, Vernditch Chase, 5.4mi / 8.7km
ModerateThursday, 5th November, Bradford on Avon, Staverton, Bradford Leigh and Woolley Green, 7.5mi / 12.1km
ModerateSaturday, 7th November, Wroughton & Wichelstowe Circular, 6mi / 9.7km
EasySaturday, 7th November, Short South Wraxall AGM Saunter, 3mi / 4.8km
ModerateSunday, 8th November, Fovant Short, 4.7mi / 7.6km
ModerateSunday, 8th November, FOVANT - BROADCHALKE - COMPTON CHAMBERLYNE (SUNDAY NOVEMBER 08), 9.9mi / 15.9km

Show Politicians the problems with our paths

Access Denied

This November and December, the Ramblers are taking their Access Denied campaign to the streets of London, Edinburgh and Cardiff – and they need our help to show politicians what’s happening to paths in communities across Britain.

As we know, millions are cut off from nature because paths are missing, blocked or unusable.

You’ve probably seen many of these problems yourself:

  • LOCKED: Public paths that should be open to the public that are sitting behind locked gates
  • BLOCKED: Fallen trees and other obstacles stopping people get through
  • OVERGROWN: Paths so overgrown they’re difficult or impossible to use
  • WATERLOGGED: Flooding and poor drainage that leaves routes impassable
  • INACCESSIBLE: Stiles and other barriers that makes walks inaccessible to too many people

These problems are happening across Britain. They want to show politicians what these paths look like and what it means for the people who use them.
Can you help?

If you see any of the problems above when you’re walking over the coming weeks, share it with us!

Send a photo of the path problem toThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., telling us:
  • The location of the path
  • The problem with it
  • How this affects you or others who want to use it
These examples will help bring this issue to life and show why we urgently need action when we take Access Denied to Westminster, Holyrood and the Senedd.
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Local paths are lifelines. They connect people with green space, fresh air, and better mental and physical health. Governments must protect and improve them, so everyone can enjoy the outdoors.  

Tick Awareness for Walkers

Ticks are small, spider-like creatures found in long grass, woodland and heathland. While most tick bites are harmless, some ticks can carry bacteria that cause Lyme disease.

Before you head out:

  • Wear long sleeves and trousers where possible.
  • Stick to paths and avoid brushing against long grass.
  • Use insect repellent suitable for ticks.

After your walk:

  • Check yourself, children and pets for ticks.
  • Pay particular attention to behind the knees, under the arms, around the waist and hairline.
  • Remove any ticks promptly using a tick removal tool or fine-tipped tweezers.

Be aware of symptoms A spreading circular rash and flu-like symptoms can be signs of Lyme disease. Contact your GP or NHS 111 if symptoms develop following a tick bite.

Enjoy the outdoors safely by taking a few simple precautions.

For more information, visit: www.nhs.uk/conditions/lyme-disease/.

Tips and tricks to stay safe from ticks – UK Health Security Agency

Click here for more details on Tick Awareness

Asian Hornet - Request to remain vigilant.

While we are not in the summer months and as ramblers we may not be considering Asian Hornets we have been asked to remain vigilant. In particular as nests and queens may be more visible in the winter months as there may be less foliage. 

More details on how to identify and report a sighting of a Asian Hornet is in the document found by clicking here.

NOTE: Should you see an Asian Hornet nest (or Queen) you are not recommended to approach. Simply photograph and report using the associated information.

Our Web Presence

Web PresenceSeveral questions have been asked relating to the web pages that Wiltshire Ramblers have. A document has been created in order to explain what our 'Web Presence' is, the WebSites which contribute to it and how you can keep up to date. 

Click Here to Access the Document