{"id":"6a7131124fe4a389d162e1a0","title":"Faqs","path":"about-us/faqs","contentMarkdown":"![](https://fhramblers.org.uk/api/aws/s3/site-content/f1867439-e591-4a0b-821c-e6ef058e7925.jpeg)\n\nHere is <em>where</em> we went on Sunday. It was <strong>Eastbourne</strong>, Seven Sisters.\n\n\n\n![](https://fhramblers.org.uk/api/aws/s3/site-content/2f6c59fa-bbff-4b0b-9c6b-1935f1e094b3.jpeg)\n\n![Hampstead Heath - walkers on the tree-lined path](https://fhramblers.org.uk/api/aws/s3/site-content/09df291b-2fb7-4ebe-8415-7664b7c504f8.jpeg)\n\n# Frequently Asked Questions\n\nNew to Finchley & Hornsey Ramblers, or thinking of joining a walk? Here are the answers to the questions we hear most often.\n\n## Getting started\n\n#### 🥾 How do I join?\n\nJoin via the main [Ramblers website](https://www.ramblers.org.uk) or our group page at [ramblers.org.uk/finchley-hornsey](https://www.ramblers.org.uk/finchley-hornsey). You can also join through the Ramblers App. There is a discount for Direct Debit.\n\n#### 👋 Can I try a walk first?\n\nYes. You can try **two or three walks** before joining. Once you are a member, you can join our WhatsApp group for walk updates, lift shares and photos.\n\n#### 📍 Where do you walk?\n\nMostly circular walks in the **Chilterns, Hertfordshire and neighbouring counties**. Check this site or the Ramblers App often — new walks can appear at short notice.\n\n#### 🎂 What ages are welcome?\n\nAll ages are welcome. Under-18s must be accompanied by an adult. Most current members are over 50, but newcomers of any age will find a warm welcome.\n\n## On the day\n\n#### ⏱️ How long are the walks?\n\nTypically **5 to 10+ miles**, averaging about 2 mph including stops. Start time is usually **10.30am** — always check the walk details. Most walks are on Sundays, with occasional midweek walks (often Wednesdays).\n\n#### 🚌 How do I get to the start?\n\nMany walks are reachable by **bus, rail or tube**. If not, and you do not have a car, members often arrange car shares.\n\n#### 🎒 What should I bring?\n\nWalking boots or shoes, waterproof jacket, walking trousers (not jeans), a warm layer, and a backpack with drink and lunch. Poles are useful in mud or ice. **Dogs are welcome** on Ramblers walks.\n\n#### ✉️ Should I contact the leader?\n\nYes — a quick email or call to the walk leader (details on the walk page) is helpful so they know to expect you.\n\n## Once you are a member\n\n#### 📰 What will I receive as a member?\n\nA monthly newsletter from Head office, our group newsletter four times a year (email, or post if you prefer), *Walk* magazine by post, and *Stile* magazine twice a year from Hertfordshire & North Middlesex Area.\n\n#### 🏖️ Do you run holidays?\n\nThe group usually runs **two holidays a year** — spring/early summer and autumn (often September). Leaders plan the walks; you book your own accommodation. For wider walking holidays see [Ramble Worldwide](https://www.rambleworldwide.co.uk).\n\n### Still have a question?\n\nWe are a friendly local group and happy to help newcomers.\n\n[View the walks programme](https://fhramblers.org.uk/walks)\n\n[Join Ramblers](https://www.ramblers.org.uk/membership)\n\n[Contact the committee](https://fhramblers.org.uk/contact-us)","contentHtml":"<p><img src=\"https://fhramblers.org.uk/api/aws/s3/site-content/f1867439-e591-4a0b-821c-e6ef058e7925.jpeg\" alt=\"\"></p>\n<p>Here is <em>where</em> we went on Sunday. It was <strong>Eastbourne</strong>, Seven Sisters.</p>\n<p><img src=\"https://fhramblers.org.uk/api/aws/s3/site-content/2f6c59fa-bbff-4b0b-9c6b-1935f1e094b3.jpeg\" alt=\"\"></p>\n<p><img src=\"https://fhramblers.org.uk/api/aws/s3/site-content/09df291b-2fb7-4ebe-8415-7664b7c504f8.jpeg\" alt=\"Hampstead Heath - walkers on the tree-lined path\"></p>\n<h1>Frequently Asked Questions</h1>\n<p>New to Finchley &amp; Hornsey Ramblers, or thinking of joining a walk? Here are the answers to the questions we hear most often.</p>\n<h2>Getting started</h2>\n<h4>🥾 How do I join?</h4>\n<p>Join via the main <a href=\"https://www.ramblers.org.uk\">Ramblers website</a> or our group page at <a href=\"https://www.ramblers.org.uk/finchley-hornsey\">ramblers.org.uk/finchley-hornsey</a>. You can also join through the Ramblers App. There is a discount for Direct Debit.</p>\n<h4>👋 Can I try a walk first?</h4>\n<p>Yes. You can try <strong>two or three walks</strong> before joining. Once you are a member, you can join our WhatsApp group for walk updates, lift shares and photos.</p>\n<h4>📍 Where do you walk?</h4>\n<p>Mostly circular walks in the <strong>Chilterns, Hertfordshire and neighbouring counties</strong>. Check this site or the Ramblers App often — new walks can appear at short notice.</p>\n<h4>🎂 What ages are welcome?</h4>\n<p>All ages are welcome. Under-18s must be accompanied by an adult. Most current members are over 50, but newcomers of any age will find a warm welcome.</p>\n<h2>On the day</h2>\n<h4>⏱️ How long are the walks?</h4>\n<p>Typically <strong>5 to 10+ miles</strong>, averaging about 2 mph including stops. Start time is usually <strong>10.30am</strong> — always check the walk details. Most walks are on Sundays, with occasional midweek walks (often Wednesdays).</p>\n<h4>🚌 How do I get to the start?</h4>\n<p>Many walks are reachable by <strong>bus, rail or tube</strong>. If not, and you do not have a car, members often arrange car shares.</p>\n<h4>🎒 What should I bring?</h4>\n<p>Walking boots or shoes, waterproof jacket, walking trousers (not jeans), a warm layer, and a backpack with drink and lunch. Poles are useful in mud or ice. <strong>Dogs are welcome</strong> on Ramblers walks.</p>\n<h4>✉️ Should I contact the leader?</h4>\n<p>Yes — a quick email or call to the walk leader (details on the walk page) is helpful so they know to expect you.</p>\n<h2>Once you are a member</h2>\n<h4>📰 What will I receive as a member?</h4>\n<p>A monthly newsletter from Head office, our group newsletter four times a year (email, or post if you prefer), <em>Walk</em> magazine by post, and <em>Stile</em> magazine twice a year from Hertfordshire &amp; North Middlesex Area.</p>\n<h4>🏖️ Do you run holidays?</h4>\n<p>The group usually runs <strong>two holidays a year</strong> — spring/early summer and autumn (often September). Leaders plan the walks; you book your own accommodation. For wider walking holidays see <a href=\"https://www.rambleworldwide.co.uk\">Ramble Worldwide</a>.</p>\n<h3>Still have a question?</h3>\n<p>We are a friendly local group and happy to help newcomers.</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://fhramblers.org.uk/walks\">View the walks programme</a></p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.ramblers.org.uk/membership\">Join Ramblers</a></p>\n<p><a href=\"https://fhramblers.org.uk/contact-us\">Contact the committee</a></p>\n"}