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Box No: 110250

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

My Message: I (Stephen) have always loved walking in the great outdoors, but not (so far!) in any particularly organised or ambitious way. Having said that, I do try to get away on a hiking holiday in the Alps every year and for that I typically handle a climb of 1000 metres in a day and distance of 20km+ without discomfort, so I must be in fairly good shape … far better shape than I have any right to expect at my age of just turned 60.

I have literally just retired and so I now have time to indulge my joy of walking more than I have been able to do while I was working. I am hoping to find someone, or even a few, like-minded to share my enjoyment with, both locally in the Surrey/home counties area and perhaps sometimes further afield … Lakes, Wales, Scotland, abroad … anywhere really.

A good part of the enjoyment for me is the companionship, so a good chat in a suitably situated pub would be a good complement to the walking and fresh air.

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; The Heart of England; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 104690

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

My Message: Hi, I'm Tony and my great passion is the British countryside and wildlife.
I love walking in the Yorkshire Dales, Lake District and North York Moors.
I used to play rugby, football and basketball, but advancing years have now restricted my sporting activities to gentler pastimes such as golf, darts and snooker.
The two things at the top of my 'bucket list' (I HATE that expression!) are to climb all the Wainwrights and to see a full Ring Cycle (Now completed).
I would like to explore Wales, Scotland and Ireland and have been bitten by the multi-day walking bug, having done The Tabular Hills, Dales Way and Coast to Coast walks, and would love to do more.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
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Box No: 109222

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

My Message: Hello, my name is Helen and I am a fit 53 year old wanting to find walking companions, male or female. I live in Surrey, but also visit the Lake District regularly (I will be there early November 2015 if you could like to organise a walk then). I am available to walk during the week and at weekends and walks of about 6-8 miles would be good, but I am happy to be flexible. I love being outdoors and love having a chat whilst walking. My other interests are people, swimming, yoga, cycling, films.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; South East England;
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Box No: 110219

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

My Message: Hi, I'm Angus, an experienced hillwalker. Looking for some female company on the hills. Love the Lake District and currently trying to do all the Wainwrights... at a fairly leisurely rate it has to be said as I still have 150 something to go! But happy to walk elsewhere in the north of England and south of Scotland. Usually available midweek and the occasional weekend. Like a good scramble - Blencathra by Sharp Edge is brilliant - and a cosy pub at the end of the day. Let me know if this sounds good to you.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West Scotland; Southern Scotland; North East England; North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands;
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Box No: 110196

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

My Message: Hi, I am looking to meet likeminded people for walking and camping trips. I have been into walking for almost 17 years and like nothing better than been out in the countryside. I enjoy low level walks as much as the challenge of a mountain. I have been walking with an old friend since I started in 1998 and he was the one who got me into this wonderful past time. We still go walking together but he isn’t into hitting 3 to 4 peaks in a day where as I enjoy the challenge that brings every now and then. He also doesn’t get away camping anymore so the days of doing a large mountain walk whilst camping are becoming more limited. I love camping as much as walking and combining them both is for me a fantastic experience. I spend most of my walking time in the Lakes and The Dales but I’m open to visiting other areas. I am 47 years old and have a pretty good fitness level and managed a 12 mile mountain walk in the Lakes a few weeks ago. I trekked to Everest basecamp in 2009 so the physical challenge to me is appealing. I am looking to do the Yorkshire 3 peaks challenge at some point, either this year before the end of October or in Spring next year. I am also hoping to continue camping through the autumn and possibly into winter with walking as part of these trips. It would be nice to have someone to go along with. I have done some backpacking but that was many years ago where I completed the dales way with my walking friend but we did it from Bowness to Ilkley instead. I did attempt the Coast to Coast a few years ago but had to stop due to too many blisters, something I hadn’t suffered with before and haven’t since! I would also like to try doing some wild camping at some point but perhaps I would have to start with a short trek to begin with as its been a while since I carried a pack full of camping gear. I would like to attempt the coast to coast again in the not too distant future although I’m not sure I would be carrying all my equipment over such a long distance but the challenge does appeal. Anyway, I shall leave it at that for now but if you're interested in any of the above it would be great to hear from you. In the meantime, happy walking.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
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Box No: 103593

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

My Message: Hi I am James (52 years) I live in Sutton Coldfield and like walking in the Peak District and the Malverns or anywhere within reason - I also enjoy cycling - I like walking and talking with different people but it would be nice to have a walking companion.

I would like to make some walking friends to do local walks and walks further away. I can get away most weekends and some days in the week. For me its more about enjoying the scenery and the company you are with. I'm happy doing walks about 10 miles or longer I have recently been up Snowdon and Brecon Beacons which I really enjoyed.

Kind Regards

James

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
The English Midlands; The Heart of England; South West England;
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Box No: 104713

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

My Message: Hi, I have always loved walking in the wonderful British countryside and I am looking for some female company to share the delights of a good walk and a nice pub at the end.
For weekend walks, as I work full time, ideally would be based in the south east but would love to go further afield during time off. My little dog accompanies me but she is very friendly!!!! So if you live somewhere in the south east and fancy a stroll on a Saturday or Sunday then please get in touch.
Where are the walkers in the South east or is just a northern pastime!!!
Andrew

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North East England; North West England; The English Midlands; South East England;
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Box No: 86804

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

My Message: Hi - I am 66, working 3 days per week, but due to retire shortly. I live in Birkenshaw Bradford. I like walking (member of Ramblers). Please contact me if you have similar interests - Norma

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; Yorkshire;
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Box No: 105317

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

My Message: Hi,

I was walking along the beach with my metal detector when I found a metal box buried in the sand.


I opened it and found a small note that said:


'Get a life you dork '.
So, are there any intelligent ladies out there in 'Walking Land' who would like to join me on walks in South West Wales?
If so please get in touch, you might have a good day out.
Nigel

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
Wales;
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Box No: 110164

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

My Message: Hi, I'm Ron from the Merseyside area. I love being outdoors, on the tops with a bit of scrambling thrown in for good measure. I walk mainly in the Lakes and Snowdonia as they are within easy driving distance from Liverpool. I am simply looking for a companion, anyone local to me, who is interested in a weekly jaunt out into the sticks for a healthy day of walking. I do like a pint of real ale and meal at the end of a hard walk - rounds the day off perfectly.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands;
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Box No: 110166

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

My Message: Hi fun loving spur of the moment walker looking for weekend and occasional midweek walking companion. I currently walk the Gower coastline most weekends but would like to explore further afield. I love the outdoors rain or shine, coast or country. Look forward to hearing from a fellow outdoor enthusiast.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
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Box No: 110156

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

My Message: Hi, my name is Steve and I'm a 49 yr old single guy.
I'm based mostly on the mid Welsh borders and so am lucky enough to have relatively easy access to the mountains of Wales and mid/northern England.
I live a pretty unconventional life in which adventure travel plays a significant part. I've recently returned from a 4000 mile cycle trip of Eastern Europe, it was a blast!
I love the notion of adventure, macro or micro, an afternoon walk, a weekend camping/bivvying or full on expeditions lasting weeks or months.
I'm in the process of planning a south American cycling adventure for next year if anyone is interested.
I love to get into the mountains and wild places of Britain as much as I can and do this in my 'live - in truck' which takes me all over.
I also like to explore the myths and legends accociated with wild places.
I've walked a lot in Britain and also trekked in the Alps, the Pyrenees and Napal. I spent a month last year on my mountain bike in Iceland which was fab, apart from falling off!
So if anyone is interested in sharing adventure experiences, big or small, drop me a line and we can share ideas.
Cheers.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands; Wales; The Heart of England; South West England;
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Box No: 94764

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

My Message: Hi, I’m a totally blind walker, and I'm looking for people to go walking with who would be prepared to act as my guide. If you have a dog, or at least like dogs then all the better, as I have a lively guide dog who would love to come along sometimes.

I can usually be free to walk locally any day of the week. It would also be good to hear from people anywhere in the country who would be interested in setting up a small group for weekends away, or possibly to walk one of the national trails, either all at once or a section at a time. 8 to 12 miles a day, depending on terrain is ideal for me, although shorter walks locally are fine too of course. Dogs would be very welcome of course, as well as a sense of humour and a rucksack full of food!

Don't worry if you haven't guided anyone who is blind before - you'll soon get the hang of it. I'm a fairly experienced walker and I don't think walking with me is too stressful. (although others may disagree)

Looking forward to hearing from anyone who can help get my rusting knees walking again.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
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Box No: 110095

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

My Message: Hi my name is Alan, I am 57 years old and I live in Shildon, Very new to walking, I like to get fitter and more active and to discover new places, never been to lake district. I have taken up walking flat/low level as I am not very good with hills, I would like a friend female or male to go walking with I am most willing to share expenses, I enjoy taking photo's of wildlife and nature as I stroll along I have just joined a walk group in newton aycliffe fellwaking but would like to go with one person as I get abit nervous being in a group..

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North East Scotland; Southern Scotland; North East England; North West England; Yorkshire;
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Box No: 105577

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

My Message: Hello, reasonably athletic, non-smoker but do not mind if you do. I have enjoyed walking, hiking, climbing and body board surfing for many years, much of it spent on my own with my Son, single parenting has it's charms, it has stood me in good stead for all things practical and homely. I live near Oxford and with my Son now grown up I have time to travel. I walk highland and lowland and enjoy country villages and pubs. I take an interest in green woodworking (bodgers). Member of CSSC. Permanent caravan in The Forest of Dean. I'm happy to walk local and/or much further afield in any location really. Forest of Dean, Brecons, Dartmoor and Exmoor are all I consider reasonably local. I would like to return to Cumbria, Yorkshires and Scotland, the furthest North I have been is Turnberry and Edinburgh (hardly North :-))). Ireland's tempting.. I also enjoy holidaying in Cornwall. Please drop me a line if you are keen now or at anytime in the future. Kind regards, Geoff.

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

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Box No: 109576

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

My Message: Hi, new to the site (joined today) and really not sure what the grades are but erring on the side of the higher few are the ones I'd probably not be able to do, yet! I'm from Washington in Tyne and Wear and enjoy going out walking with my camera, I don't get too far and don't walk much more than 5 miles as always on my own, although I'm ok with my own company, it would be nice to meet someone to go out walking with who knows a few good walks (I'm still new to it all) I'm happy to walk and talk, walk and not talk, Coast or Country, I'm easy either way. More than willing to test Tea Rooms and Pub for a drink and a snack too. I've got a bulging disc in my back but it only affects me if I stand too long! So, Male or Female friends for walking would be lovely. I'm easygoing and friendly and can chat for ever if you let me. So, anyone out there would like to get together for walks please drop me a message and I will get back to you soon. I'm always online so will pick up messages quickly. Oh and happy to go along in a group too if there's any out there.... well, that's all from me, chat soon.... I hope!
Marie :)

Aug 2015 update - Currently unable to go walking after breast cancer diagnosis, 3 operations later and still more to do....hopefully/eventually I will get back to it....

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

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Box No: 110119

I am a Walker, in my mid 40s, based near Kingston Upon Hull.

My Message: I love anything that involves the great outdoors and particularly keen on skiing and walking. Whilst my body maybe in its 50s, in my mind I'm still in my 20s and tends not to take life as serious as it should! Walking on my own is okay, but I would prefer to share the adventure with someone. I'm no peak bagger or trying to break any records, I just walk for the sheer enjoyment of it. I'm equally happy on leisurely flat or more adventurous strenuous terrain, whether it's a short walk, a full day or something longer, at any time of year, whatever the weather. I've walked mainly in the North Yorkshire with the odd venture over to Cumbria. I'm hoping to walk Helvellyn and Striding Ridge in the winter, one day as I've heard it is unbelievable in the snow. The Dark Peak has been recommended, but have only managed the one venture to Mam Tor, I'm yet to fully appreciate what the region has to offer, hopefully before this summer ends. Working 12 hour shifts is pretty unsociable, and working 2 weekends out of 4, along with most bank holidays whilst it can be a little inconvenient, it does give me free days and the chance to avoid peak weekend crowds.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
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Box No: 110114

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

My Message: Hi, my names is Lee from East Yorkshire, I enjoy walking and related challenges. I am currently what can only be described as unfit and out of shape, so my pace isn't great, though not snails pace....... gives more of an opportunity to take in the scenery!! With that in mind I did complete Scafell Pike a couple of years ago which was an achievement for me.
Looking for potential walking companions of any age or gender who are willing to take a steady pace and not quick March throughout the walk.
I'm not looking to climb mount everest nor am I just looking to walk round the corner.
Hopefully the more I get our the more I will achieve with improving my fitness levels etc.
I do also have a Springer Spaniel who may well want to come along depending where we go.
If you think I could be a walking campanile for you please get in touch.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
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Box No: 110110

I am a Walker, in my late 20s, based near Ross-on-wye.

My Message: Hi there - my name's Alec and I'm 27yrs old. I currently live in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire. I'm an avid outdoors guy looking to develop a new circle of friendship with like-minded individuals - very mature for my age. Happy to walk one-on-one or as part of a group. I'm very sociable and very much enjoy a good challenge.
I'm looking for somone to go hiking/trekking with all over the place - not going to restrict myself to one area. I like to 'get away' I must admit. Love to get out and explore and whilst I've not been camping for a while, would certainly do this with the right person/people. Happy to take on all sorts of hikes/treks - whether strenuous or moderate. Am open to travelling to meet etc and vice versa.
Am looking for mid-length / long-distance walks - 10 miles +. Am doing the Mountain Trail Challenge in Brecon Beacons on 12/09/15. Am also looking to do the 3 Peaks Challenge next year so need to increase fitness etc. Definitely enjoy good conversation and a drink at the end (or a cheeky pitstop) of a walk to socialise and get to know people better.
If you're interested in arranging something, please do get in touch. I'd love to hear from you. Cheers, Alec

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 West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands; Wales; The Heart of England; South West England;
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Box No: 66017

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

My Message: I live in North Leeds. Not far from lovely countryside and near to the Dales. I am hoping to meet up with others who enjoy walking. There are numerous walking groups in my area. Large numbers of walkers attend the groups. I do not enjoy walking in an army of 70 or more walkers. I recently attended a walk with 83 people! So I am hoping to develop a cluster of local walking friends. My range from 5 - 10 miles. I work part time and available weekends or midweek. Look forward to hearing from you!

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
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Box No: 74211

I am a Walker, in my mid 60s, based near Haxey, North Lincs.

My Message: hello I am quite young in my outlook, have just started strenuous walking again over the last few years (and I am loveing it). Can manage up to about 12 miles so far but looking to stretch myself even further. Used to do mountain scrambling and lots of challenge walks although not competitive anymore would still like to do the distance looking for male or female companions. can map read to a certain extent enough for marked paths anyway but having done lots of walking in the past know my way round quite a few. Wouldn't mind doing a walking holiday at some stage. No probs with distance have own transport and now retired am free quite a lot of the time.

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

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Box No: 106312

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

My Message: I used to spend a lot of time walking in Snowdonia. Recently had a major health scare (Cardiac Arrest) and now looking at pastures closer to home (Peak District etc) to get me back into the walking way. I have lost my fitness and I have an ICD implant [shocking I know ;)]. Ideally looking to walk with someone on some easy walks at first. Someone who can understand my situation (not push me too hard to begin with) and my fears (probably only psychological). I used to be pretty fit and game for anything but need to be a bit careful for a while until I feel comfortable again. I have car.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
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Box No: 110027

I am a Walker, in my mid 50s, based near Newcastle Under Lyme.

My Message: Man who likes unhurried hill walks in all weathers, not too bad with a map and a compass, seeks an adventurous, intelligent, arts-loving female companion. Good walking company and good conversation are all I'm looking for - I'm not a predator out to snag a mate :)
I drive and can go for walks on weekdays. I love camping too in case that floats anyone's boat.

I'd rather walk in the Peak District or Snowdonia, as they are very easy to get to from north Staffordshire where I live.

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

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Box No: 110062

I am a Walker, in my mid 50s, based near Staines Upon Thames.

My Message: Hi...
I am looking for male or female company to enjoy walks with my year old Boston terrier. And would be nice to maybe then go for a coffee / light lunch afterwards...
I live in Staines upon Thames and can do most
weekends or can arrange days off in the week as I am self employed so fairly flexible..
Look forward to meeting you 😊

Regards Anne

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

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Box No: 110066

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

My Message: I am looking for a walking group as have recently retired and would love to spend more time out and about.

Alison

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