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Box No: 108666

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

My Message: Hi. I am relatively new to this walking malarky so I am looking for strolling partners, male and female, who are a similar age to myself (hopefully I will be able to keep up that way!) and who can introduce me gently into this wonderful pastime. Unfortunately my friends haven't fallen in love with hill walking as I have so this seemed the perfect way to meet and make new friends.
I am a single straight female who works far too hard during the week so I need to escape my cell (pet name for my office incase you were getting worried!) at the weekends and there is no better way of doing that than exploring this beautiful country whether that be walking or cycling.
The Lake District has to be my all time favourite but I am happy to be proven otherwise! I am easy company and would appreciate buddies with a crazy sense of humour and zest for life that would match my own! Looking for walks that range from 5-10 miles although happy to do more if necessary and like most on here I enjoy the mandatory pit stop at a pub or tea room! If you can identify with any of the above it would be lovely 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; Wales; East Anglia; The Heart of England; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 108647

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

My Message: Hi. I’m a 50 year old single male who’s keen on walking/rambling, who delights in the natural scenery in its ever-changing moods, along with wildlife and landmarks; generally anything I may encounter along the way. Having a curious mind, I tend to finish a new walk with more questions than when I started, to which end I’ll endeavour to find answers to.

Hoping to meet a likeminded female with whom I can share and enjoy my walks (Don’t mind males or groups either). Who I can also share and impart knowledge learnt while walking, as well as any other topic, and likewise gain information from.

All my walks to date have been in North Wales, mainly in the stunning Snowdonia area, along beaches and sea cliffs, rivers and valleys, hills and quieter mountains. I’d like to share these sights with those who are interested. I’d also like to expand my range and venture further afield and discover other areas of the UK.

Would be delighted to hear from you. Dave.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
Southern Scotland; North East England; North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands; Wales;
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Box No: 100602

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

My Message: Hi, I am semi-retired and have free time to walk midweek. I am a late starter to walking and want to use my free time to get out in the fresh air and see as much of our beautiful countryside as I can. Recently joined the YHA - wish I had done it years ago. Willing to consider a good walk anywhere really. Hoping to share petrol costs and make some new friends who have an interest in walking.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North East England; North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands;
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Box No: 108618

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

My Message: Hi, I'm a chatty-ish lady who loves walking and scrambling up small rocks to reach the top, I've done the three peaks - separately I might add! My absolute dream is to go to see the Eiger - not to climb it tho, I also love camping. My son (who's 10) and i also love all parts of Derbyshire. We enjoy walking anywhere, be it mooching around pretty villages or up a mountain, long as there's a pub along the way! We enjoy cycling too but I can get further by walking. We'd like to meet like minded people to join up with and discover more of our beautiful outdoors. Please get in touch if you'd like to meet up, weekends only usually due to work/school, thanks.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North East England; North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands;
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Box No: 106995

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

My Message: Hi I'm Anna and looking to get started on walking regularly at weekends. I'm interested in taking in what's around me and having a chat along the way. I live in Northumberland so this beautiful area as well as the rest of the NE is an ideal place for me to get going. My view of walking is for enjoyment and not army style training. So if you're interested in going for a walk for a few hours it would be good to hear from you.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North East England; North West England; Yorkshire;
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Box No: 89309

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

My Message: From the Wirral, looking for some (preferably female) company for days out. Most Sundays are good. May also be interested in teaming up for longer walking holidays anywhere in the UK. I enjoy climbing a peak from time to time, but shorter walks are good too. I love coast, forest, mountain, places I've never seen, anywhere away from the roar of traffic and the hum of urban life.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; The English Midlands;
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Box No: 107425

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

My Message: Hi
I'm Helen. I live in Carmarthenshire. Looking for someone to enjoy leisurely walks with.
I love the coast with it's magnificent views as well as walks around reservoirs and along rivers and canals. If I see any wildlife it's always a bonus.
I may be up longer walk but as I haven't done much walking recently I have opted for the more leisurely options.
Just want to get out there and see our beautiful sights.
Thanks for reading, if it sounds like your sort of walk please get in touch.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1:2:3

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; The English Midlands; Wales; East Anglia; The Heart of England; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 107342

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

My Message: My name is Edana newbie here, I love to make new friends, bit at a loose end on Sundays I would have loved a walk today but not much phone alone, so this is a good idea to meet new people stay fit and healthy too.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; The English Midlands; Wales; The Heart of England; South West England;
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Box No: 99231

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

My Message: Hi
My name is Mark from Leeds, iam a keen experienced walker, I have done several long distance paths I have the summer mountain leader award so now I am working towards the winter mountain leader award I also would like to work towards the iml my passion is walking looking to meet like minded people, I also setup a website to go with the summer ml award

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North East England; North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands;
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Box No: 107343

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

My Message: Hi, Im Andrew, I am 44 years of age, I live and work locally in Rawdon, West Yorkshire. I have walked in the Yorkshire Dales, Lake District and Northumbria with a group.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North East England; North West England; Yorkshire;
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Box No: 106743

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

My Message: Wow so many questions! I have just discovered this website and it seems pretty genuine, I've not registered for romance, I have registered for a walking buddy, who is good company and happy to get out there, I'm 48, happy to attempt any area for walking but I am full time, single mum, teach amazing teenagers at Sunday school so time is pretty limited - mainly to a Saturday ;)
My previous walking experience includes Snowdon, Skarfel, Pen Y Fan, Kili and I thank my beautiful grandad that he used to take me for amazing walks as a kid - anyway if there is anybody who fancies helping encourage me train for Toubkal please drop me a post! Have a great week!

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
The English Midlands; Wales; The Heart of England;
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Box No: 107324

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

My Message: Hello, I've recently moved to West Cornwall from London and looking forward to exploring new areas of the South West (Cornwall primarily but also Devon and Somerset). My favourite type of walks are coastal, but I also enjoy the contrast of deeper countryside and moors. Stopping off for a quick visit to the pub or cup of tea is never a bad thing, in my opinion!

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
The Heart of England; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 107288

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

My Message: Hi, I'm James from North Devon. Walking has really helped me to recover my strength and stamina after a long period of illness. Dartmoor is right on my doorstep and I have been making a determined effort this year to get to know it better. Wild camping on the moor has a deeply therapeutic effect on me - underlining the importance of keeping things simple and in balance.

I usually walk alone, my friends are usually busy, and I think some company would be nice. Dartmoor is a wonderful playground that I would never tire of but I am happy to try anywhere in the UK that I can reach by train. I have a spare tent that I can lend out if you are not sure whether camping is your thing but would like to give it a go without spending lots of money. Looking forward to hearing from you.

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; The Heart of England; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 107312

I am a Walker, in my early 20s, based near Barnoldswick.

My Message: Hi, I'm a 22 year old male and looking for walking friends in the North Yorkshire area (although c an travel further). I'm looking for some company, love being outside and am keen to visit new places for a day or weekend walk. I'm available mainly at weekends and happy to camp and love mountain biking aswell.

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;
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Box No: 107176

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

My Message: Hi 52. Looking initially to do some of the national trails - ideally 3 - over the summer of this year (2014). Open to other suggestions, but the plan is Peddars Way and Norfolk Coast, then Cotswolds and finally either the Hadrian's Wall walk, or Pembrokeshire Coast Path.

A lot of history - but that is the problem - it is history! So fitness has slid away, and I am looking to put that right as gently as possible. Add in a splash of photography for my own travelogue, and basically you have it. Gentle walks over some distance (anticipating camping as a default) with frequent photo stops.

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: 107142

I am a Walker, in my early 50s, based near Tucson, Az Usa.

My Message: Hello Walkers (female & male)

I'm a desert-dwelling American hoping to arrange some walks for a holiday upcoming this summer. My dates are 27 June until 13 July. The only date I'm unavailable to walk is 3 July, when I have a London meeting.

Though I have some interest in Hadrian's Wall, I am open to walking in any part of the UK to which I can take public transport or hitch a ride, and where a good pint is never far off. I'm keen to find good company and lots of 'exotic' (non-arid!) scenery.

So, if you're looking for a walking buddy, or care to be a tour-guide for a visitor, please drop me a line!

Best,

Leigh

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
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Box No: 105045

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

My Message: Hi, basically I'm looking for mainly male walking buddies for reasonably easy to moderate walks of up to about 5 or 6 miles to start with and hopefully improve on that as time goes by.

I'm available most weekdays and weekends but I do have some time restrictions early mornings and late afternoons.

I must stipulate that I will not meet anyone who smokes and as I'm quite tall I would like to walk with someone who is 6' or over

Hope to hear from you soon

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands;
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Box No: 107154

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

My Message: Hello everyone, I have recently moved into the Shropshire area and looking to get more active with walks and hikes. I have seen and been on a few walks but would like some company to while away the hours chatting while burning up the miles. I am quite new to it all so will probably need some time to get my fitness levels up, but I am willing to put in the hours at the weekend and some evenings depending where I am with work.

Thank you for reading hope to hear back from people.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
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Box No: 107126

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

My Message:
Hi, I'm Ruth and have just joined this site. I've been walking on my own for a few years now but getting fed up with my own company and would prefer to share the walks, the views and the weather (good and bad) with someone.
I'm a steady away kinda gal (that's Yorkshire speak for slow!) but happily do 20 miles a day on a weekend in the Dales or Peak District. Alternatively weekends away further afield in the Lakes, Snowdonia or Scotland are my preferred areas.
Happy with either a buttie break on the hillside or pub grub afterwards but always like to finish with a drop of liquid refreshment.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North East England; North West England; Yorkshire; The English Midlands;
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Box No: 84219

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

My Message: Hello. I am a recently retired fit and active 64 year old single female who has every intention of walking as much of our own country as possible and for as long as I am fit and able to do so. All my friends are still working (poor things) and I would much rather walk with a friend (male or female) than on my own. I live about 40 minutes north of York and have a car so a reasonable travelling distance is not a problem and as work is no longer a consideration – any day is fine.
I love any distance of walk but am probably happiest between 8 and 12 miles with time to stop and enjoy the beauty of the countryside, am quite happy to walk whatever the weather (almost!) – and if there happens to be a teashop on the journey…. Well I admit I take some dragging past it!
Would welcome replies from any age and either sex but please don’t ask me to go camping…. Where on earth would I plug in the hairdryer???

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
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Box No: 107116

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

My Message: About Me: I am new to this type of thing although I have always enjoyed walking having grown up on Western Dartmoor. I am an ex serviceman, with reasonable map reading skills. I enjoy photography, especially wildlife. I am a fit 60 year with a love of the great outdoors.

I am looking for a walking companion, ideally female but not exclusively, to experience some of the great walks around this region. I am married but my wife is disabled (with good care package)and aware that I am doing this she is unable to get out to do this sort of walking. I love dogs and being around and walking with them. I work full time and baby sit my granddaughter every other weekend.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
The Heart of England; South East England; South West England;
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Box No: 107115

I am a Walker, in my mid 60s, based near Flemington Victoria Australia.

My Message: I am coming to the UK from Australia during the first two weeks of June and hoping to do some easy walks in the Peaks District National Park. I really enjoy walking and have done many bush-walks in the past but I'm not as fit as I used to be so I'm looking for a walking companion/s in a similar situation or a more advanced walker who is happy to to go on grade one walks. I've heard how beautiful it is in that area but I don't know it at all so I'm hoping to find a companion/s who may know a bit about the Peaks District or who would like to discover it with another new-comer.

My Preferred Walk Grades*: 1

My Preferred Walk Areas:
The English Midlands;
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Box No: 106940

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

My Message: Hi, Have been walking on my own for too long now, so thought I would give this a try. Love everything about The Great Outdoors and happy doing any grade of walk. Would like to meet similar female to share my passion with. Also enjoy good food and drink post walk, preferably a bottle of red.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; The English Midlands; Wales;
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Box No: 107011

I am a Walker, in my late 40s, based near Los Angeles, Ca..

My Message: I'm coming to the UK in April (last two weeks probably) to do a bit of sight seeing, and I'm an avid hiking. I would really like to meet some friends to do some interesting hikes with. I'd love to do some hikes along Hadrian's Wall, any hikes with some historical connections would be a dream. I'm very fit and experienced, so there is not a hike I won't do! Thank you very much for reading my post! Cheers, Will

PS: I haven't marked any counties, as I really don't know what's what, and I'm open to suggestions!

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
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Box No: 107000

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

My Message: Hi, I am Nick, a 61 yo. Brit looking for walking buddies (male or female) to do long and day walks with over June/July/August. Currently living in New Zealand, but kids all left home and I am planning to spend as much time as I can each year in the UK in the run up to retirement. Hoping to do the Cotswold Way or part of the South West Coast Walk but open to other suggestions. Also day walks not far from my temporary bases in London/Surrey. Have walked on and off since the boy scouts! Most recently the Routeburn and Kepler tracks in NZ. Other interests sailing, jazz & classical music, theatre/cinema, casual cycling, etc. architecture (my profession) & a yarn at the end of the day in a quaint hostelry.

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

My Preferred Walk Areas:
North West England; Wales; South West England;
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