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Ian Ritchie, Chair of The Ridgeway Partnership, says
The Natural Ridgeway:
The Ancient Ridgeway:
The Sporting Ridgeway:
The Creative Ridgeway:
The Ridgeway forms a
natural corridor
through the length of
the Chilterns and the
North Wessex Downs
Areas of Outstanding
Natural Beauty, a
precious reserve of
bio-diversity in the
heart of South-east England, that we'd like
to see designated and protected as well as
enjoyed.
Itself an ancient
monument, the Ridgeway links hill-forts,
barrows, hill-figures such as the famous
Uffington White Horse, and the Avebury
World Heritage Site. We plan to raise
awareness of this rich heritage and
support its further discovery and
understanding.
We plan to extend
the scope for walkers, cyclists and horse
riders, plus kite and model flying, geo-
caching and orienteering, and challenge
events, with improved access and
facillities.
The peaceful
atmosphere and associations of the path
and its unrivalled scenery have inspired
writers and artists of all sorts. We shall
encourage them to share the results, and
others to learn and develop their skills in
this exalting environment.
The Partnership represents a great opportunity
to bring the delights of the UK's oldest path to a
much greater number of people, pursuing a wide
range of activities. The Ridgeway has some
spectacular scenery and prehistoric sites such as the Uffington
White Horse and the series of Iron Age hill forts along its length.
We aim to encourage more people to get out and enjoy it, and
we want to introduce it to young people and make it accessible
for the less mobile and those with disabilities.
The Ridgeway National Trail is the 87-mile central section,
between Ivinghoe Beacon in the Chilterns, and the Avebury
World Heritage Site in Wiltshire, of an ancient trade route along
the chalk downs
stretching from Norfolk to
the Dorset coast. Its
glorious scenery, wide-
ranging views and
cloudscapes, the hill-forts
and ancient monuments,
nature reserves and
biodiversity along the
route provide users with a
rich variety of delights.
The Ridgeway is one of the family of only 16 high-quality
National Trails overseen by Natural England in England and
Wales.
My Ridgeway: Which aspect most appeals? These themes are our key aspirations:-
“
”
Give a voice to everyone with an
interest in The Ridgeway, either through
the Partnership or a new Ridgeway
Forum.
Ensure clear responsibility and a
constant point of contact through a full-
time Ridgeway Officer.
Ensure maintenance and
development with dedicated volunteer
help to at least National Trail standards.
Improve access from and integration
with local communities and services.
Raise awareness and appreciation
of The Ridgeway by both locals and
visitors.
Boost visitor numbers and benefits
to local economies.
Work closely with landowners,
farmers and local residents to ensure a
good experience for users with
minimum impact on the environment.
I'm here to help local
communities, local
businesses and visitors
make the most of The
Ridgeway. It is a part of our national
heritage to be proud of and we have the
opportunity to realise further benefits
and to secure a sustainable future.
“
”
Join the Volunteer maintenance or monitoring
scheme; help to clear encroaching vegetation, mend
signs and fences, pick litter or just check paths for
damage.
Join The National Trails Team for The Ridgeway:
or join the Chiltern Society volunteers in your area:
tel 01494 771250
Help with information, communications, publicity and
fund-raising;
Contact The Ridgeway Officer:
c/o Oxfordshire Countryside Access, Signal Court,
Old Station Way, Eynsham, Oxford, OX29 4TL;
tel 01865 810248 or e-mail
Natural England provides a core grant, but extra
funds are needed to ensure standards are
maintained and to cover operating and development
costs.
Donate on line at MyDonate:
Donate to The Friends of The Ridgeway:
As a Volunteer?
Help with Funding?
mydonate.bt.com/donation/ridgewaypartnership
www.ridgewayfriends.org.uk
The Ridgeway Partnership
The Ridgeway Partnership will:-
How Can I Get Involved?
The Living Ridgeway: A
feature of people's daily
lives in communities
along the route, for dog-
walking and picnics,
chillaxing or just
admiring the view, The
Ridgeway links walkers
to welcoming pubs,
shops and country fare,
to public transport and beds for the night. We'll
try to make sure that the Ridgeway always
provides quiet enjoyment for everyone.
We shall enhance the visitors' experience by
improving the approach paths to The Ridgeway
with the help of volunteers from Ramblers and
the Chiltern Society. This will encourage people to
park in villages or use public transport, explore
the many circular routes that take in sections of
The Ridgeway, and enjoy local pubs and tea
shops on their return.
Now it will be easier than ever to enjoy the spectacular
scenery and monuments of this ancient route through the
heart of Southern England.
The Ridgeway Partnership From 1st April, 2015, The Ridgeway Partnership will
manage, develop and promote The Ridgeway National
Trail and its wider Ridgeway corridor and environment.
The Ridgeway NATIONAL TRAIL
The Ridgeway NATIONAL TRAIL
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Sarah Wright, the new
Ridgeway Officer, says:
Dave Cavanagh of the Ramblers, a Partnership
member, says
Artist Anna Dillon - The Ridgeway towards Uffingtonwww.ridgewayfriends.org.uk Find out more: www.nationaltrail.co.uk/Ridgeway
The Swan at Streatley (Ron Bridle)