Furness Ramblers

Furness Ramblers News

Furness Ramblers is comprised of walkers who come mainly from the Barrow, Millom and Ulverston areas as well as the surrounding valleys and villages. 

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 We are a friendly group for all ages and abilities, organising regular walks around the Lake District and beyond.

 Walks are normally held on a Sunday at  locations throughout Cumbria and sometimes  into Yorkshire and North Lancashire - see our Walks Program Page for full details of current walks.  

If you would like to join us or just try us out, please get in touch with any of our members listed on the Contacts Page

                                     

Area Council  

All Groups in the Lake District Area are requested to appoint two representatives to the Area Council.  These positions may be of interest to all members including those who no longer walk but have a keen interest in supporting the Ramblers in protecting and maintaining rights of way in the Lake District and Cumbria outside the National Parks.  Anyone who may be interested please contact the Furness Group chairman, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  The positions are not onerous as there are only three Area meeting per year, but gives each group an opportunity to comment on such issues like Zip Wires, 4x4's on walking routes, cycling etc.

The Trespass store in Barrow is currently offering members of Furness Ramblers 15% discount in store (excluding non Trespass products e.g. Nikwax).  This discount also applies to sales and clearance lines.  Just show your Ramblers membership card to take advantage of this offer.

Note that there are still some new volunteering opportunities  in the areas of Researching Old Footpaths.  For more details see our "Footpaths Section"

Natural England have announced that work has started on the new Coastal Path Section in our area, stretching from Silecroft to Silverdale.

The section of the coastal path around Walney Island has now been defined and agreed. The proposals can be viewed on the Natural England website.

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