The Ramblers' Association
Also known as: The Ra, The Ramblers
The Ramblers helps everyone, everywhere, enjoy walking and protects the places we all love to walk. We are the only charity dedicated to looking after paths and green spaces, leading walks, opening up new places to explore and encouraging everyone to get outside and discover how walking boosts your health and your happiness.
Activities & Mission
The Ramblers helps everyone, everywhere, enjoy walking and protects the places we all love to walk. We are the only charity dedicated to looking after paths and green spaces, leading walks, opening up new places to explore and encouraging everyone to get outside and discover how walking boosts your health and your happiness.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £12,155,000 | £13,200,000 | £11,177,000 | £7,410,000 | £2,657,000 | 87 / 28350 |
| 2023 | £12,053,000 | £14,183,000 | £12,275,000 | £8,419,000 | £3,764,000 | 104 / 28168 |
| 2022 | £11,725,000 | £12,800,000 | £10,924,000 | £10,540,000 | £3,842,000 | 103 / 25610 |
| 2021 | £9,664,000 | £10,196,000 | £8,815,000 | £11,758,000 | £3,555,000 | 97 / 25800 |
| 2020 | £11,958,000 | £10,836,000 | £9,543,000 | £12,246,000 | £1,862,000 | 101 / 22000 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Ramblers' Association
What does The Ramblers' Association do?
The Ramblers helps everyone, everywhere, enjoy walking and protects the places we all love to walk. We are the only charity dedicated to looking after paths and green spaces, leading walks, opening up new places to explore and encouraging everyone to get outside and discover how walking boosts your health and your happiness.
How much income did The Ramblers' Association report in 2024?
The Ramblers' Association reported total income of £12.15m and reported expenditure of £13.20m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Ramblers' Association registered as a charity?
The Ramblers' Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 August 2002 as charity number 1093577. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs The Ramblers' Association?
The Ramblers' Association is governed by a board of 14 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lucy Isobel Robinson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Ramblers' Association operate?
The Ramblers' Association operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Ramblers' Association a registered charity?
Yes — The Ramblers' Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1093577.
Details
Boundary House
91 Charterhouse Street
London
EC1M 6HR
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Also Known As
- The Ra
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- 14 May 2026
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