THURSDAY, January 27: Worcester Ramblers - Blakedown, Harvington and the Priestholes, meet at 10am Old House at Home at Blakedown on A456, four miles east of Kidderminster for an eight and a half mile leisurely walk via field paths to Harvington Hall which is famous for its priestholes, sandy soil should not be too muddy, bring packed lunch. Details: Ann 01384 394302.

SATURDAY, January 29: Worcester Ramblers - Kempsey Common, Pirton and Croome, meet at car park on Kempsey Common close to Farmers Arms at 9.30am for a nine mile walk to Pirton and Croome Park, packed lunch required. Details: Derek 01886 832064.

WEDNESDAY, February 2: Worcester Ramblers - meet at 9.50am for a 10am start at the Boot Inn, Flyford Flavell for a leisurely five mile walk passing through Kington, Grafton Wood and on part of the Wychavon Way, lunch and drinks available at the pub after the walk. Details: Janet and ohn 01905 772122.