MY heart bleeds for the predicament of Pickering Walking Group who are reported to be losing members because of the footpath restrictions.

Very sad, but not a word of sympathy for the farmers who deserve all the support they can get at this time.

There are dozens of walks available in this lovely county of ours without contravening the regulations.

Our fortnightly outings have been fully supported and we have had enjoyable rambles in interesting places.

Keith Elsworth,

Chairman, Strensall Ramblers,

Barley Rise,

Strensall,

York