• Can I come to try out the group before I join?
• Why do I have to join LRWG before going on a Weekend Away?
• Do you have Insurance?
• How do I Join the Leicester and Rutland Walking Group and the Ramblers Association?
• How much does it cost to join LRWG and the Ramblers Association?
• Do you have a central meeting point before a walk?
• Can I borrow maps if I want to go on my own walk?
• What kind of walks do you do?
• When is the next walk or social event?
• Can dogs be taken out on walks?
• Is there a central contact for the group?
• If I move away from the area, is my membership still valid?
• Can I walk with other groups using my RA card?
  

Can I come to try out the group before I join?
Yes, prospective members are very welcome to come on 2 or 3 walks before joining the group, but if you wish to go on a weekend away, then you must join before going.

Why do I have to Join LRWG before going on a Weekend Away?
Our weekends away are very popular and tend to book up quickly therefore only paid up members of the group/RA are allowed to book for such events. The Ramblers Association also holds Group Membership of the YHA which enables all members to attend group weekends at YHA hostels without being individual members of the YHA. This Group YHA Membership cover is only valid for RA members attending group events, therefore non-RA members are not able to attend weekends away at YHA hostels. RA membership costs just £25 for a whole year, so why not join today!

Do you have Insurance?
No. We do not have personal accident insurance with membership of the group. This is up to the individual to arrange if they deem it necessary for any trips organised through the group. Walks Leaders however are covered by a Public Liability Insurance Policy provided by the RA membership. Individual Personal Accident / Travel Insurance should be arranged prior to attending a trip if this deemed neccessary by the individual.

How do I Join The Leicester and Rutland Walking Group and the Ramblers Association?H
Go to the "Join LRWG" page. This will guide you to the Ramblers Association Website where you can fill in the application form. You must join the Ramblers Association before you can join LRWG.

How much does it cost to join LRWG and the Ramblers Association?
Membership costs are £25 per year for individuals and £30 per year for a couple/family membership. More details can be found on the "Join LRWG" page.

Do you have a central meeting point before a walk and can I get transport?
No, this practice has not worked very well before. Please phone or email the leader of the walk to find out who else may be going. They can organise transport or tell you the name of another member who can share. There is a list of members who are willing to pick people up from various points in the city. This is distributed with the Walks Programme to all members. There is also the group's mailing list address. This is based on the Yahoo! Groups website and can be accessed by signing up on the Home Page. This address forwards your message to all current members that have e-mail access.

Can I borrow maps if I want to go on my own walk?
Yes. Details of maps available for loan can be found here. You must be a member of the group before you borrow any maps. The borrower is responsible for return postage to the map librarian or forwarding to the next user. Leaders will take priority. Maps can also be borrowed from the Ramblers Association, click here for details.

What kind of walks do you do?
We organise walks of varying lengths and grades, from 5 to 14 miles over fields, low level hills and high level terrain. The Walking programme has a variety of events to suit all fitness levels.

When is the next walk or social event?
See the What's On Page

Can dogs be taken out on walks?
Dogs are welcome on LRWG walks but the owner of the dog must comply with the Countryside Code which states that:

• 1. You must "always clean up after your dog and get rid of the mess responsibly".
• 2. "By law, you must control your dog so that it does not disturb or scare farm animals or wildlife" and "keep your dog on a lead if you cannot rely on its obedience".

"If a farm animal chases you and your dog, it is safer to let your dog off the lead don’t risk getting hurt by trying to protect it."

Can cats be taken out on walks?
Why not?; just give me a ring so I know to come along and watch.

Is there a central contact for the group?
Yes, the main point of contact is either the Secretary or the Chairman. Details are on the committee page.

If I move away from the area, is my membership still valid?
Yes, you join the RA for a year or whatever period you choose if you join via the RA site. If you wish to join a different group, ask the RA to change the group number on your membership card. You can find out the group number from the group Secretary.

Can I walk with other groups using my RA card?
Yes, your membership of the RA allows you to walk with any of the 400+ groups around the country. Ask the relevant group secretary or Walk Leader for details. See the Ramblers Association Page to find your local group.