Grading

Oxfordshire Ramblers organises over 1200 group walks a year so there are bound to be walks that are suitable for you. All Oxfordshire Ramblers group walks are listed on our website. The walk details will include the starting location, the start time and an overview of the route.

How easy is a walk?
Each walk listing will include a grading for difficulty. Here’s how to tell if a walk grading is right for you:

Easy Access
These walks use easy access paths and are suitable for everyone, including people with wheelchairs and pushchairs. You don’t need walking boots, comfortable shoes or trainers will be suitable. It’s possible wheelchair users may need some assistance on some sections so please contact the walk leader to discuss if you are a wheelchair user.

Easy
These walks are suitable for anyone who has some level of fitness and who doesn’t have a mobility difficulty or health concerns. The walks are generally suitable for pushchairs but they may need to be lifted over occasional obstructions. You don’t need walking boots, comfortable shoes or trainers will be suitable.

Leisurely
If you have at least a little bit of experience of walking in the countryside and you have a reasonable level of fitness, these walks will be suitable for you. The walks may include unsurfaced rural paths. Walking boots and clothing appropriate for the forecast weather conditions are recommended.

Moderate
These walks may include some steep paths and open country walking. They may be at a brisk pace so you will need a good level of fitness and experience of walking in the countryside. Walking boots and clothing appropriate for the forecast weather conditions are essential.

Strenuous
These walks will be at a brisk pace and may include hills and rough terrain. They are recommended only for experienced country walkers with an above average level of fitness. Walking boots and clothing appropriate for the forecast weather conditions are essential. If you are new to walking with the group, please contact the walk leader in advance to check the walk is suitable for you.

Technical
These walks are suitable for experienced and very fit walkers with additional technical skills such as scrambling and use of ice axes or crampons. All participants should contact the walk leader in advance for further details.