Walking isn’t only good for our physical, social and mental health. It’s also good for our communities, the environment and the economy.
We support and inspire people in Scotland to walk and wheel more.
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Chair and Director
James is an experienced and committed walker, and passionate about our mission to encourage and support everyday walking.
His third sector experience includes Directorships of the Woodland Trust and Borders Forest Trust and he has extensive experience of working with Scottish Government politicians and senior officials. A Chartered Forester, James led on social policy for Forestry Commission Scotland (including communities, access, recreation and health).
He is a published author and a grandfather.
James joined our Board as Chair in November 2024.
James shares how he adds walking into his day:
“I set myself a target. To my surprise, I recently calculated that my walking target of three miles a day works out at over 1,000 miles a year!”
