Metropolitan Walkers

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The Metropolitan Walkers is a walking group in London mainly for people in their 20s and 30s. It is part of the Ramblers Association. Formed in 2001 it is now the largest Ramblers 20s and 30s group in the country with some 600 members. They organise four walks most weekends, ranging from 5 to 20 miles in length and shorter city strolls after work most Tuesdays. The walks are varied and include walks in and around London to areas such as the North Downs, South Coast, Chilterns and Thames Path.

All walks are accessible by public transport, which usually means they start and finish at either a tube or train station.

The Metropolitan Walkers have an active social programme and organise weekends away. Recent trips have included the Peak District, the Lake District, Edinburgh, Northern Ireland and Jersey. Socials have included eating out, pub crawls and quizzes, classical concerts, ice skating, theatre shows and dancing. Most walks end with a pub stop – a great way to get to know fellow walkers.

The group is run by volunteers. All walks are led by members of the group and we are always looking for new walk leaders. Participation is encouraged.

New members are welcome to come on a couple of walks to try the group before joining. Most walks have several people who haven't been before.

To become a member of the Metropolitan walkers, you need to visit their web site. Membership costs £27 per year and you get one month free if you pay by direct debit. Members can join our socials, weekends away and will receive our social and walks programme via email. They will also receive the ramblers magazine and 'walk Britain' guide.