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Box No: 109513

I am a Walker, in my mid 50s, based near Kent.

My Message: Hi my name is Richard, I am a keen North Kent/London runner and walker of 57 years. I like nothing more than to explore the great outdoors on foot. Its funny I started walking some years back and when realising I was not as fit as I thought I started to run to improve my hill stamina and caught the bug. I have walked all over the UK either in groups or solo including the West Highland Way, half of the Southwest Coastal Path and half of Offa’s Dyke, I’d love to finish these walks one day. The South Downs Way was a great walk achieved in chunks. I have been very interested for a long time and admired the achievements of others who have climbed Mount Everest and finally achieved a lifetime ambition with friends and trekked to Everest Base Camp a few years back, why…’because its there’. I am just back from a trek to Machu Picchu, an incredible life experience. So, where to now, looking for a new challenge with new company.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5:6:7:8:9

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West Scotland; North East Scotland; Southern Scotland; North East England; North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands; Wales; East Anglia; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 111545

I am a Walker, in my late 30s, based near Eastbourne.

My Message: Hello, my name is Gareth, I'm 38 based in Eastbourne and enjoy exploring the South Downs on a regular basis most weekends but I try and get out in the week too I love the outdoors and exploring new places, hoping to find like minded people on here who enjoy the outdoors.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5:6:7

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; The English Midlands; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 111534

I am a Walker, in my mid 40s, based near Bedfordshire.

My Message: Hello. I am looking to get back into my walking and it would be nice to have someone to talk to whilst I walk. I am looking to start to walk anything from 10 to 20 miles and any type of terrain or weather as I do like to be challenged. I have done a few long distance walks in the past, south downs, snowdonia and Nijmegen. I am 6ft and in good condition for my age and still try to play all types of sports. Happy to walk with people of all ages and levels.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5:6:7:8:9

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands; The Heart of England; South East England;
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Box No: 111469

I am a Walker, in my mid 60s, based near Lincoln.

My Message: I am a stroller/rambler more than a hiker, I guess; just love to be outdoors and 'wandering' the dales, fens, lakes, seashore... all of our great countryside. It would be lovely to have a walking friend, male or female, to wander with. Dogs are very welcome... I am normally accompanied by an elderly but active Chihuahua (hope that doesn't put folk off!). Love North Norfolk, Yorkshire Dales and Moors, Lake District, Rutland and where I live - Lincolnshire. Hope to hear from you...

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5:6:7:8:9

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North East England; North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands; East Anglia; The Heart of England; South East England;
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Box No: 111457

I am a Walker, in my mid 50s, based near London.

My Message: Hi my name is Anna
I live and work in London. I am looking for walking companions both male and female for walks in and around London. I mainly use public transport so anyone lives in and around the London area would be great.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5:6:7:8:9

My Preferred Walk Areas:
The Heart of England; South East England;
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Box No: 85384

I am a Walker, in my mid 60s, based near Gloucester.

My Message: Hello. I love walking and would enjoy meeting new people (male or female) to walk with. I have 3 dogs (a cocker spaniel, a terrier cross and recently acquired a rescue dog from Bulgaria who is a black and cream fluffy mixed breed about collie size but looks like a miniature husky) the 2 older dogs are very well behaved and the young pup (9 months) is getting there. I love my dogs, but would enjoy the company of human beings too!

I can walk quite long distances, but need to do a bit of 'view appreciation' during longer uphill climbs. I live on the outskirts of Gloucester, but am happy to travel within reason. I have a tent and like to go camping in the better weather.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; The English Midlands; Wales; The Heart of England; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 109760

I am a Walker, in my late 40s, based near Bracknell.

My Message: Hi, I'm based in Berkshire but willing to travel. I'm am interested in all sorts of walking, whether it be routes from guides or just picking up a map and heading off. Love the idea of the long distance paths, and have been working my way along the North Downs Way with a friend for a few years now - who knows we might finish this year. I started the Thames Path by accident in 2015 and have since completed approximately one third of it (Culham to Kingston) - obviously started in the middle and have been working my way backwards and forwards! I'd love to do other long distance paths such as South Downs Way, London loop, Coast to Coast and am seriously considering starting the South West Coast path this year. Happy to do them in bite sized chunks or in bigger sections. Generally most of my walking has been done solo and I'm happy with my own company, but equally like walking with others. I'd love to join up with like minded either single walkers or groups. Have been known to climb the odd mountain - Snowdon and Carauntoohil the most notable - and the Lake District is somewhere I'm keen to walk in. Look forward to hearing from any like-minded walkers.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 2:3:4:5:6

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands; Wales; The Heart of England; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 111362

I am a Walker, in my mid 50s, based near Crook, Co Durham.

My Message:
Hi everyone, this is the first time I have used this message board or anything like it so I am not exactly sure what to put. I am 56 coming up 57 and am on my own. As for the graded walks I am not sure, but I like to walk the hills in the Lake District and equally like a low level walk through the valleys. I don't like to start a walk when it's pouring down, but have got caught in the rain many a time whilst out. I've ticked a few of the boxes regards where I would like to walk but would be glad to go anywhere where there is countryside, woods etc. I would be glad to here from anyone, male or female with similar interests. If anyone would like anymore information please contact me any time.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5:6:7:8:9

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West Scotland; Southern Scotland; North East England; North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands; Wales; The Heart of England; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 111321

I am a Walker, in my mid 50s, based near Dartford.

My Message: Kent based guy 54, not over experienced but love a challenge very passionate about the great outdoors lm very easy going and opened minded
Looking for enthusiastic walking partners male or female to join me in great days out, love the country side away from the crowds
If you are intrested in sharing a walk with me then please contact

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; East Anglia; The Heart of England; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 111297

I am a Walker, in my mid 60s, based near Colchester.

My Message: Hi
I am looking for male walking companions who may be interested in walking with an interesting female. I live in north Essex but happy to travel. If you are retired that would be a bonus.
Someone who is educated and capable of a good conversation, and of course, good at map reading. Someone I can laugh along with way with would be great. Tall, even, if I can be that picky.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5:6:7:8:9

My Preferred Walk Areas:
Wales; East Anglia; The Heart of England; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 110777

I am a Walker, in my early 40s, based near Liverpool.

My Message: Hello, I am interested in meeting experienced walkers as I am not well versed enough to buddy up with another novice like myself (we might end up getting lost!)

I am willing to learn new skills and I am ready for new challenges. If there is a walking group out there willing to welcome a new member that would be ideal.

I look forwards to your reply.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5:6:7:8:9

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North East England; North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands; Wales; East Anglia; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 111276

I am a Walker, in my mid 30s, based near Bognor Regis.

My Message: Hi, I am a keen walker from West Sussex interested in hearing from or finding walking partners. I enjoy country walks in West Sussex, the South Downs and East Sussex and have a goal of completing the South Downs Way next year! I have a good pace, am fit and friendly and good company. I love connecting with the outdoors but sometimes it's more fun in company. I have days off midweek so am looking for week day afternoon walks. I am an artsy, creative type and a good listener.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 2 :3 :4 :5

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; South East England;
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Box No: 110808

I am a Walker, in my early 60s, based near Blundeston.

My Message: Hi, I love walking about 15 miles a day while on holiday for a week and shorter ones of around 5 miles more often. I am in a carer's group being the only man and have been used to female company, {Not looking for a relationship}, my wife has been ill for 30 years and encourages me to get out and about as much as possible, as she cannot walk far any more. I have walked peak district, south and north downs ways, St ives to Penzance via Lands End, Ridgeway, Peddars way, Icknield Path and many more. Being a good map reader loosing my way very rarely happens, so if you would like to meet up for a drink in a cafe to see if we get along please message me. Andy

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5:6:7

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands; East Anglia; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 110682

I am a Walker, in my early 70s, based near Oxfordshire.

My Message: I'm a friendly, experienced walker getting back into regular walking after too long tied to my desk and computer. Most of my friends prefer quiet lanes and byways but I thrive on something high and more challenging so it would be good to make new walking friends. I'm positive, a good listener, will walk in any weather, can navigate and I enjoy all kinds of walking. Self employed, curious about most things including landscape, literature and art history. I find walking endlessly inspiring and look forward to hearing from you.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 3:4:5:6:7:8

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North East England; North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands; The Heart of England; South East England;
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Box No: 110236

I am a Walker, in my mid 50s, based near Romford.

My Message: Hi I'm Terry. What a stunning 2016. Had some lovely weather this year and it stayed pretty dry down south. Had some great walks, met some lovely people and made a few more friends. My job hasn't changed and still pretty full on during the week days so its great to get out there at the weekends. Yep I still have my trusty borders (think they will out strip me as they never want to stop) I want to try to get away a few more weekends around my call outs before crimbo then start planning 2017. I live just on the London/Essex border and I have always enjoyed walking. I try to pick on different kinds of walks that range from canal walks, Kent coast line plus long/short walks in the countryside. I try to get down to Swanage, Dorset as much as I can and love walking the Purbecks/Jurassic coast. Pubs and food are great around that area. I totally understand if you don't like walking with dogs but they are good and I enjoy meeting people while out with these energetic mutts. I am single but would still love a friend to enjoy walks in various parts of this lovely country and take in the food/pubs where ever possible. I am not really into to group walking plus a lot of groups don't allow dogs. I want to get more into camping in 2017 and look forward to having some long weekends at various different areas in the UK/Wales/Scotland and hopefully return to the Lake district for some hill bagging. Have been on this site over a year now and its nice to meet like minded people. If you fancy meeting up for a day or two walking just get in touch and lets see what we can arrange. Cheers Terry

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5:6:7:8:9

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; The English Midlands; East Anglia; The Heart of England; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 111256

I am a Walker, in my late 40s, based near Horsham.

My Message: Due to a recent change in my personal circumstances I now find myself with time on my hands again and would like to spend some of it discovering my favourite pastime – walking.

Am based in the South East but am open to all kinds of adventures and quite happy to explore further afield should the opportunity present itself.

If anybody feels like hooking up for a stroll and a chat then please feel free to contact me.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5:6:7:8:9

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; The Heart of England; South East England;
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Box No: 111237

I am a Walker, in my mid 40s, based near Berkhamsted.

My Message: My husband and l have always walked on and off as we lose motivation. We have restarted walking and would love to keep the momentum going. We are in our mid 40s and love each other company but we will welcome other companies in order to keep us motivated. We can easily do 8-12miles walks but happy to try to do more. We live in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire and would love to join couples, single men or women for weekend walks around the surrounding counties such as Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Berkshire, London, Essex and Oxfordshire. We would love to go for some famous walks such as the Yorkshire Dales, Dartmoor.... on a long weekend trip. So, if you think we can motivate each other, please let us know.
Anjanee and Adam

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North East England; North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands; Wales; East Anglia; The Heart of England; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 111130

I am a Walker, in my mid 40s, based near County Durham.

My Message: Hi, I live in County Durham and I am looking for walking companions to walk with me mainly on weekends but can do some mid week walks also. I wouldn't say I'm an experienced walker but have really enjoyed what I have done so far which includes Ben Nevis. I don't mind the weather or people bringing dogs and I enjoy a country pub at the end of the day. Looking forward to making new friends and enjoying new adventures.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5:6:7

My Preferred Walk Areas:
Southern Scotland; North East England; North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands; Wales; South East England;
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Box No: 110188

I am a Walker, in my early 60s, based near Chatham.

My Message: I'm a 60 year old male based in Chatham Kent but I often travel to NW England and stay in Liverpool, Warrington or sometimes Manchester. I travel by train as I work for a rail company and don't drive but find that I can get to most of the places I like to go walking.
My walking interests are varied I used to do a lot of mountain walks a few years ago but haven't done any serious hard ones in recent years but I'm still fit to do long walks. I like canals, railway, coastal and river paths, moorland walks and around reservoirs maximum walk length I usually do are about up to 12 miles in 4-5 hours though I could shorten or lengthen it depending on a possible companion's need, if you have a dog I can work out a walk to suit your dog. I have lots of knowledge of walks around the NW and other area's.
I'm just looking for a friend either male or female to enjoy going walking within any of my favourite areas, I'm independent and would travel to meet at any place that is convenient. I'm a new member and haven't got a photo but hope to add one soon.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5:6:7:8:9

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; The English Midlands; Wales; South East England;
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Box No: 111097

I am a Walker, in my late 50s, based near Crawley.

My Message: Hi everyone,
would like to meet female/male walkers for regular weekend walks, not been hiking for to long but have joined rambler clubs, not into route marches just really enjoy being in the country and enjoying all it has to offer. i like most sports so concider my self as an outgoing person. hope to hear soon.
best wishes, Derek.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; The English Midlands; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 111093

I am a Walker, in my mid 50s, based near Forest Of Dean.

My Message: Hello
Looking for walking companions and to make new friends, would appreciate someone that also enjoys views and wildlife too, I enjoy walking in woodlands, hill walking and costal paths. Would perfer to walk 2 to 3 hours to start of with until I get abit fitter. Enjoy taking a picnic or ending up in a pub. I have a large dog who is well behaved who would like to tag along some days. Can walk during the evenings weekdays and any time during the weekend. I am a driver so am happy to travel to meet up. Look forward to hearing from you.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; The English Midlands; Wales; The Heart of England; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 107347

I am a Walker, in my mid 50s, based near West Sussex.

My Message: Hello.
I'm keen on the outdoors and enjoy back-packing and fell walking - I love the independence and freedom of it. I usually like to choose organised campsites or hostels interspersed with the odd B&B or wild camping, depending on weather.

I'm currently organising a fair number of trips in Wales and the Lake District and I'm in North Wales for a long-weekend every three months. Because of the usual busy diaries and work commitments, its often quite hard to get walking friends together for trips so I am looking for some people to do these walks with - as its always more fun with others.

I'm based south of London but regularly travel north for day-walks or for weekends in the mountains. If you might be interested in getting involved and coming along then please drop me a line....

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 5:6:7:8:9

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; The Heart of England; South East England;
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Box No: 95906

I am a Walker, in my late 30s, based near Derbyshire.

My Message: Hi all. I'm a 37 year old male from Derby, whom has quite recently developed a passion for the great outdoors - a passion, unfortunately, not shared with my city-going friends. My walking boots don't get to see anywhere near as much terrain as they deserve to, and I'm hoping that this website can change that.

I am therefore, looking for some company, male or female - age not an issue - who enjoys the walking, the fresh air, the exercise, and especially the scenery as much as I do. Whether it's a quiet, easy stroll, or something more demanding over several days, I really don't mind. The weather is also not a problem to me - like any sensible person, I prefer the sun to be in the sky and a mild breeze to be in the air, but I also enjoy walks in varying climates as long as I remember to pack the correct gear! :-)

If anybody reading this post feels in a similar situation, then please get in touch and drop me a message.

I look forward to responding. Thanks. Matt.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1 :2 :3 :4 :5 :6 :7 :8 :9

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands; South East England;
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Box No: 111004

I am a Walker, in my early 60s, based near Poole.

My Message: Hello my name is Carole. I live in Dorset. I walk at least 5kms every day as I have a very energetic young dog. At the weekends we walk upto 23kms each day over beautiful heathland - so I am fit when it comes to dog walking. I love the outdoors, enjoying the peace and solitude of nature. I want to expand my horizons and do some serious walking but not alone as tend to get lost however not interested in walking with an organised group. I work full time so weekends are mainly when I'm available. I am always up for a challenge and adventure - my last challenge was sailing, now seeking something different on land and planning to do the Camino de Santiago in 2017 so need to start training. Is there anyone out there who would like company on their walks?

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4:5:6:7:8:9

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 110967

I am a Walker, in my early 50s, based near Storrington.

My Message: I'm new to living in West Sussex, just north of the South Downs. I adore walking, exploring, finding new routes, sometimes using the map and sometimes not using the map. I normally walk alone and I'm comfortable with the liberating feeling that gives me, especially when I have my camera. Having walking companions would be marvellous though, maybe a bit nostalgic too. I walk around 5 or 6 miles right now, more not to aggravate a dodgy calf muscle, but that distance may well increase. I'm in my early fifties but I'm fit and nimble and walk quite fast (though slow down or stop randomly when something catches my attention!). My interests are wide and I love an intellectual or out of the box conversation. I haven't read too many novels - too busy enjoying being outside.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3:4

My Preferred Walk Areas:
South East England;
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