The Charitable Objectives of the Ramblers Association are to promote, encourage or assist in:

• The provision and protection of foot paths and other ways over which the public have a right of way or access on foot, including the prevention of obstruction of public rights of way

• The protection and enhancement for the benefit of the public of the beauty of the countryside and other areas by such lawful means as the trustees think fit,including by encouraging the provision, preservation and extension of public access to land on foot.

• The provision of facilities for the organising of open-air recreational activities and in particular rambling and mountaineering with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities are intended, namely the public at large, and in the interests of social welfare (including health)

• Advancing the education of the public in subjects relating to access to, and the preservation and conservation of, the countryside and of the health benefits of outdoor recreational pursuits

The trustees may further the objects particularly by helping all persons to a greater love, knowledge and care of the countryside and urban open spaces, and by encouraging participation in walking for recreation and as a means of transport

• safeguarding Britain's unique network of public paths - the RA works with local authorities to make them a pleasure to walk on - all too often, they are illegally blocked, obstructed and overgrown.

• providing information to help you plan your walk and enjoy it in safety and comfort.

• increasing access for walkers - our work is helping to establish statutory rights of access to the outdoors.

• protecting the countryside and green spaces from unsightly and polluting developments so that walkers can enjoy their tranquility and beauty.

• educating the public about their rights and responsibilities and the health and environmental benefits of walking so that everyone can enjoy our wonderful heritage.