Ramblings
BBC Radio 4Clare Balding and guests share inspiring conversations while walking in the great outdoors.
Fresh air and nature, wonderful views and uplifting chat, each week Clare hikes in a different part of our glorious countryside. Walking side by side is the perfect way to cover a huge range of subjects: literature, art, wildlife, nature, taking on personal or physical challenges, dealing with grief, confro... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 293 | Founded | 18 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureSciencePlaces & TravelNature | |||
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Clare joins Earth Scientist and author Anjana Khatwa for a cliffside walk in Dorset exploring the landscapes that shaped her life, and her book The Whispers of Rock – Stories from the Earth.
Starting at Spyway Barn near Langton Matravers, the route... more
Clare joins Nick Wilson for a circuit around Pitsford Reservoir in Northamptonshire. A former soldier, Nick now uses a powerchair after a spinal injury and years of chronic pain made walking impossible. He has experienced homelessness and battled dep... more
Clare joins writer Kate Morgan on a walk from Monsal Head to Tideswell in the Peak District. Along the way, they explore how the use of gallows and gibbets in public punishment has influenced rural place names. Gibbet Rock, a striking limestone outcr... more
Clare explores a six-mile loop of the Chater Valley in this week’s Ramblings. Her companion is Will Hetherington who wrote to the programme inviting Clare to join him. He wanted to share his story of sudden bereavement, and the positivity that ultima... more
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I listened to the first in the new series and was so moved! You made me cry when you interviewed Manni last time talking about Reuben and now you made me cry again!! I could tell how hard it was to share his story but he was so courageous! I am inspired to do the pilgrimage before I die, many thanks! X
Apple Podcasts5LittleKazzzzz
United Kingdom6 months ago - Like The Strettons Podcast
Discovered this when people said what I was doing in a smaller way on The Strettons Podcast was like Ramblings. Had never heard it so I tuned in. We are similar but Claire is a much more seasoned and experienced girl. Nice to be compared to her.
Apple Podcasts5Walking chattingUnited Kingdom6 months ago - Great stories, walks and people
I have enjoyed listening to Ramblings for years. Hearing the stories from such a diverse range of people is such a lovely concept, It is optimistic, informative and humorous on occasion whilst showcasing our wonderful countryside and its wildlife.
JoBH
Apple Podcasts5RhuseyUnited Kingdom2 years ago - So many reasons to love this podcast!
From the crunching sound of the footsteps to the bird sounds to the host’s conversations with fellow hikers, this is a gem of a podcast!
Apple Podcasts5C Go 1
United States2 years ago - Excellent Podcast
I never even realised this existed until recently but I’m so glad be found it.
With Clare’s fantastic descriptions of the walks you can close your eyes and almost imagine being there.
It’s nice, relaxing and informative.
The perfect podcast.
Apple Podcasts578gtUnited Kingdom2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #195 | United States/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
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Apple Podcasts | #65 |  Canada/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #90 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #68 |  Australia/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #99 |  France/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
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The content is centered around inspiring conversations experienced while walking through diverse outdoor landscapes, emphasizing the mental and emotional benefits of walking. Each episode involves Clare Balding engaging with different guests, sharing personal stories and perspectives related to themes such as literature, art, and personal growth. The discussions often touch on significant life challenges, exploring the emotional connections forged through nature and the shared experience of walking. Uniquely, the podcast combines beautiful descriptions of the outdoors with insightful conversations, making it appealing to listeners interested in both nature and storytelling.
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Ramblings launched 18 years ago and published 293 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Ramblings include:
1. Kate Morgan
2. Andrew Green
3. Peter Wakelin
4. Amar Latif
5. Nikki Bradley
6. David Almond
7. Shelly Perkins
8. Annabel Abbs
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