We are a 20s and 30s hiking group of the Ramblers Association for people who live in and around the Greater Manchester area. We've been around since 2004 and now have over 400 members, so are able to offer a variety of walks to suit you and many other like-minded people - whatever your level of fitness!
Joining MAD Walkers
You can join MAD Walkers through the Ramblers' become a member page. You can pay by card or set up a direct debit. To ensure that you are correctly allocated to our group's membership list, please select ‘MAD Walkers (Manchester & District)’ in the ‘Your group’ section.
The AGM General Meeting 2023
The Manchester and District Walkers AGM will take place Saturday 11 November 2023 at The Ape and Apple, John Dalton Street Manchester. Entry will be from 2pm, with proceedings starting at 3pm. More info can be found on the AGM page
Pin Badges
Available in a choice of four designs, the group have some pin badges available to buy for a suggested donation of £3 or £5 for 2.
T-Shirts
The MAD Walkers T-shirt store is now open
PLACE AN ORDER >>There are several designs and colours to choose from, with a women's fit also available, they're all sold through Affinity Print. All orders are printed on demand so there's no cost to MAD Walkers, and postage & packaging are included in the cost.
We did consider the opportunity to increase the price to include a small donation to MAD Walkers, but the committee voted against it for the time being.
A massive thanks to Charlotte Holroyd for the fantastic designs - we're hopeful that if these prove popular there will be further designs to follow.
As Affinity Print are processing payments and orders, please direct any queries as regards your order to them directly.
Happy ordering and please do tag @madwalkers in your modelling photos!
Two of our members talk to Anna Witcherley from Head Hacks about the benefits of walking in a group and what to expect at MAD Walkers.
Before I became a Rambler I'd done a bit of walking with a couple of friends, but I wouldn't really have called myself an experienced hiker. They'd organise the walks and I'd tag along if I was free... Read More
When my sister and I were growing up, our Dad would drag us out for walks in all weathers. The Scottish Highlands were his passion. He took our family there every year. All that changed in 2015... Read More
I got into walking when a friend of mine invited me to go out walking. I'd walked places since I was child, but I'd never done any group walking or hiking. I'd thought it was just about putting one foot... Read More
Believe it or not, the person who lead me to The Ramblers was my then 90 year old Grandma, Marie. She had been a keen member throughout her retirement and talked with fondness about... Read More
GEAR
British weather is unpredictable, so it is a good idea to bring some warm waterproof clothing, including Walking Boots. For most of our walks you will be out all day, so you should bring some lunch and a drink with you as well. For some walks you may also need to bring along a headtorch with you.
FITNESS
Our walks vary in difficulty, so whatever your level of fitness there should be something for you. If you haven't been walking for a while, look out for Leisurely or Moderate walks. For something more challenging, try a Strenuous walk. If you have any queries, just ask!
MEMBERSHIP
MAD Walkers (MR50) is part of the walking charity Ramblers. By joing you are helping to support their work on campaigning for access to the Countryside and maintenance of footpaths. If you haven't walked with us before, you are welcome to come along to up to 3 walks before deciding if you would like to join.
From epic hikes in the peak district to gentle meanders around the rolling Cheshire hills, we have walks to suit all levels of fitness.We have a varied itinerary of day walks at weekends and also evening weekday walks during summer months. We use both car and public transport to access the many excellent walking areas around Manchester and beyond.
Our weekends away are also very popular as they give our members a cost-effective and social way to explore other areas of the country not so easily accessible with a day trip. Here are some shots from some of our amazing walks and weekends ...
The Ramblers' Association is a company limited by guarantee, registered
in England and Wales
Company registration no. 4458492. Registered charity, England &
Wales no. 1093577. Registered office: 2nd Floor, Camelford House, 87-90
Albert Embankment, London. SE1 7TW
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