Walking in a WINTER WONDERLAND

Somerset Ramblers chairman LESLIE STATHER suggests some picturesque winter walking routes to help you work off that roast turkey

- LESLIE STATHER

More and more of us are facing the impact of stress, overworking and the demands of everyday life.

Such feelings often come into sharper focus during the festive season, when staying on top of all the preparations, and pressures to party and be sociable can increase feelings of stress or isolation.

If this sounds like you, or someone you know, then here’s the ideal festive uplift gift – the Festival Of Winter Walks, which will run from 20 December to 5 January.

It’s organised by the Ramblers, the charity which helps everyone, everywhere, enjoy walking and protects the places we all love to walk.

Somerset Ramblers will have a full and varied programme of group walks, which everyone will be welcome to join. Whether or not you’ve walked before, they’ll offer the chance to enjoy the wonderful winter landscape in good company; to relax, unwind, and make new friends.

Or, if you’d prefer to enjoy our beautiful seasonal landscapes independently, or with friends or family, Somerset Ramblers’ website has lots of route suggestions.

Here are some of my favourites:

1. CHEDDAR GORGE CIRCULAR WALK