How do I join in?
Just turn up at the start of the walk. Call the leader beforehand if you want more information about it (contact details in the programme). Walk leaders will ask you to register a few personal details so they know who is on the walk.
If you have not walked with us before and you like your first 2 or 3 (free-of-charge) walks then you can join the Ramblers here and walk with Reigate and other local groups all over the country. As a member of the Ramblers our walks are then free to you wherever and with whichever group you walk.
If you are unsure about a walk - the walk description summarises key features - mileage, the number of stiles, the inclusion of significant gradients and the pace of the walk. Please look at our Walkers' Notes.
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- Morning walk - means just that - why not bring a snack and a drink for our mid-morning stop?
- All-Day walk - a longer walk - bring a picnic lunch as well unless other arrangements are specified.
- Circular walk - is where we end up at the same place from which we started. Most walks are like this!
- Linear walk - is where we walk and then use public transport to return us to our starting point.
Is walking for me?
We want everyone on our walks to enjoy the countryside, the company and the exercise. We provide information in our programme which will help you decide on the best walk for you.
If you are generally active then there is no reason for you not to enjoy walking with us. You could pick a short walk first and give it a try. Our local countryside is full of gently-rolling hills, woods, fields and meadows which we can enjoy. We sometimes walk on the North or South Downs – that can be a little more undulating but the great views and the wide open spaces make it well worth the effort.
Can I lead a walk?
Help is always available
How do I find the start?
Where practical and possible we have given Post Codes for Sat Nav directions to the start of a walk as well as a Grid Reference for an Ordnance Survey map and a "What3Words" reference. A Google Maps search will also help you find the start.
Go to Google Maps and insert the Post Code to find the walk area. or use the What3Words reference for the start on the app on your phone (free download).
Do I need a map?
No need to bring a map on a led walk but please do for your own interest and maybe to find the start. A reference to EX means the Ordnance Survey’s "Explorer" (orange cover) map of the given number. The reference "TQ or SU xxx xxx" is the Grid Reference of the start which can be plotted on the map.
You could also download navigation apps for smartphones. These are becoming increasing useful and feature-rich. Try Outdoor Active or What3Words
What should I wear? Don't I need lots of outdoor equipment?
Do you need a huge rucksack and woolly hat? No.
Wear comfortable clothes and comfortable stout shoes or boots or even wellies in the Winter. Because it’s Britain and you never quite know...we suggest you always bring an extra layer of clothing and a waterproof coat. Sunscreen and a hat are good additions in the summer.
What else do I need?
If it is a "morning walk" then we usually pause halfway – why not bring a drink and a snack (chocolate is always good)? For an "all-day walk" bring a packed lunch as well unless the programme description specifies otherwise.
Anything else I need to know?
Please check out our Walkers' Notes
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