Winchester’S new mayor and MP put their best foot forward in one of their first public engagements.

Cllr Richard Izard and Steve Brine strode out on a walk with the Ramblers of Winchester in support of its campaign to get more people walking. The Ramblers’ annual Get Walking Days aim to encourage people to get walking and enjoy all the benefits. Last weekend the 550-strong Winchester Ramblers organised six walks, of between two-five miles, starting from the Badger Farm Community Centre. The event also boosted their member numbers by about 20.