Pub Walks With The Ramblers

Nothing beats a good pub stop to refuel at the end of walk. With that in mind we asked our partners at the Ramblers to share some of their favourites, many of which feature CAMRA (the Campaign for Real Ale) pubs enroute!

The following guides are from Ramblers Routes, an ever-growing collection of Britain’s best walks. For the full walk details, including step-by-step instructions and the chance to download GPX data, allowing you to follow the route on your smartphone, follow the link at the end of each route and register your details to view the routes for free.

Length: 1.5 miles  Walking Time: 45 minutes  Difficulty: Easy

Starting point: Ludlow, SY8 1AY

Ludlow was once described as the loveliest town in England by the late Poet Laureate, Sir John Betjeman, and this still holds true. This walk takes in the picturesque medieval castle and many of the town’s historic buildings. You’ll be spoilt for choice with pubs on this route, with the Railway Shed and the Queens to choose from.

Get route information and maps for the Ludlow walk, Shopshire

Length: 1.6 miles  Walking Time: 1 hour  Difficulty: Leisurely

Starting point: YHA Boscastle

This short circular walk explores the coastal scenery of Boscastle. Enjoy a stretch along the South West Coast Path and stop to admire the impressive Pentargon Waterfall. You’ll pass The Cobweb Inn, a tall old pub over five storeys with an interesting 350 year history.

Get route information and maps for the Boscastle walk, Cornwall

Length: 3.5 miles  Walking Time: 1 hour 45 mintues  Difficulty: Easy

Starting point: Lewisham national rail and DLR station

This walk showcases a truly beautiful area of London at its very best and is guaranteed to sweep you up in its past. Enjoy a stroll around Blackheath Village, head through Greenwich Park and past many of Greenwich’s most famous sites. Take time to visit the Hare & Billet in Blackheath, which overlooks the heath.

Get route information and maps for the Blackheath and Greenwich walk, London

Length: 2.8 miles  Walking Time: 1 hour 30 mintues  Difficulty: Easy

Starting Point: Sheringham YHA

Sheringham is one of Norfolk’s most charming coastal towns. This short circular walk follows the coast east over Beeston Bump, returning inland via the pretty ruins of Beeston Priory and across Beeston Common. Stop off at The Lobster, perfect for a Boxing Day pint with its open fires. Children and dogs are welcome in the pub.

Get route information and maps for the Sheringham walk, Norfolk

Length: 1.5 miles  Walking Time: 1 hour  Difficulty: Leisurely

Length: 5 miles  Walking Time: 2 hours  Difficulty: Easy

Starting point: Cardiff Central railway station

This linear walk heads along the Taff and across Cardiff Bay on the barrage to finish in Penarth. The route passes many landmarks and treats you to superb views across the Bristol Channel towards Somerset. The Railway Hotel marks the end of the route, the perfect place to stop for a warming drink.

Get route information and maps for the Cardif Bay walk, South Wales

Length: 2.8 miles  Walking Time: 1 hour  Difficulty: Easy

Starting point: Sheffield Cathedral

Sheffield is well-known for its steel and manufacturing and this walk gives you a glimpse into the city’s industrial heritage. Starting at the cathedral, you’ll head along the River Don to Kelham Island before looping back on quieter woodland paths with pretty views of the city. There are plenty of pubs along this route, including the original Sheffield real ale freehouse the The Fat Cat and CAMRA’s National Pub of the Year 2008 and 2009, the Kelham Island Tavern.

Get route information and maps for the Sheffield walk, South Yorkshire

Length: 3.3 miles  Walking Time: 2 hours  Difficulty: Easy

Starting point: Market Place, Derby

This route takes you on a stroll through Derby’s industrial past as you walk along the River Derwent passing the historic mills lining its banks to Darley Abbey. You’ll also visit some of the city’s beautiful green spaces, including Silk Mill Park. Stop for a drink in the Silk Mill Cider & Ale House, which was built in 1928 to replace an older pub.

Get route information and maps for the Derby walk, Derbyshire

Length: 2.3 miles  Walking Time: 1 hour 10 minutes  Difficulty: Easy