Safety

• You are responsible for your own safety. 
• We recommend you wear walking boots with a good grip and solid support for your ankles.
• Waterproofs and warm clothing are recommended in winter months.
• Sun cream, a sunhat and sunglasses are recommended on summer days.
• Some people may benefit from using walking poles.
• Take extra care in icy or muddy conditions.
• A bottle or water, a snack, insect repellent, spare suncream to reapply, plasters, antiseptic cream, antibacterial gel and wet wipes are all useful items to add to your backpack.
• Please familiarise yourself with the following guidance:
  • Safety when walking on the road
  • Safety with regard to ticks and Lyme Disease.
  • Safety around cows

Dog Policy

• We welcome dog owners and their furry friends on our walks.
• Some walkers may be nervous of dogs, so we ask you to please be aware that not everyone will welcome your dog approaching them.
• If you feel that somebody else’s dog is bothering you, please have a polite word with the owner to make them aware of this.
• Dogs can cause severe distress or harm to sheep, so please keep dogs on a lead around sheep. More details.