5 top tips for care free, car free walking

1. If your car free journey involves a train then it's worth trying to get your ticket as early possible as this will often save you money. You can usually get discounts for group travel as well, so why not invite a few extra friends along too!
   
   
2. Car free walking opens up exciting new opportunities for exploring as you are no longer constrained by the need to start and finish your walk at a car park. Make the most of this by planning a linear route that takes you further a field to reach parts of the countryside that are less accessible to others.
   
   
3. Make sure you leave yourself a bit of spare time for your walk just in case it takes a little longer then you expect. Building in a 'Plan B' for getting home is also a good idea to save you rushing if the day doesn't go quite right. If you finish your walk in a village or town you can always reward your efforts with some well-earned refreshment or some shopping whilst you wait for your bus or train home.
   
   
4. You will need to take all the usual kit to keep yourself comfortable and safe and it's worth considering taking a bit of extra cash should your travel plans change as well as an extra layer of clothing just in case you end up waiting a little longer than expected for your lift home.
   
   
5. Nothing will beat the satisfaction you will feel having chosen to experience a car free walk. Not only will you be doing your bit towards taking care of the planet, but you will also have the time to truly enjoy it. So sit back, relax and enjoy the journey as someone else takes care of getting you home !