Cambridge Group
Welcome to our website
Cambridge Group is part of the national Ramblers' Association and our walks
are typically in Cambridgeshire
and neighbouring counties. We normally meet at the start of a walk. If you do not have transport, please contact the leader, who may be able to arrange a lift or advise on public transport. It is important to check all train times – the new train timetable starts after the walks booklet goes to press. We usually have a lunch stop near a pub, where food may be available, but most people bring their own lunch. Many pubs are closing these days, and pub stops mentioned in the programme may not be available at the time of the walk. Do ring leaders for details of the second half of figure-of-eight walks. You will see that we have included some Monday walks in this programme.
Additionally, other important activities undertaken by our Group include:
- inspecting and monitoring the network of public paths in South Cambs. District and Cambridge City,
reporting problems to the County Council as we find them, or as we receive reports from other walkers.
- responding to suggestions for changes to the paths network, usually in the form of proposals from landowners, scrutinising Public Path Orders and objecting to them if our Committee feels they are not in the best interest of the public, and defending our case at Public Inquiries, if necessary.
- inspecting Planning Applications to make sure that developments are not detrimental to the path network. These include numerous single proposals for buildings, wind-farms, reservoirs etc., plus all the major developments that are planned or underway in our area.
Aims of The Ramblers' Association
The RA has the following broad aims, which form the basis of its operations and actions:
- To promote walking.
- To protect, open up and develop the definitive path network in England and Wales,
and path networks in Scotland.
- To secure, promote and protect responsible freedom to roam on all open country in England and Wales, and on all land
in the countryside in Scotland.
- To protect the outdoor environment and maintain its long-term health and sustainability.
- To increase and extend its membership such that the RA can engage with, and represent, all sectors of society.