Spring has sprung, which means that as our floral and faunal friends rise from their winter slumber, many of our events, activities and partners are waking up as well. It’s such a great time to get out and explore the UK and all its beauty, history and communities. And your CSSC membership is the perfect companion, making it possible to share our offers and opportunities with your friends, colleagues and loved ones.  
 
Speaking of which, throughout 2024, we’ll be launching some fantastic new partnerships, with great days out and optional health benefits for everyone to make use of. One of those new partners we introduced last year, which we’re particularly proud of, is ZSL London and Whipsnade conservation zoos (page 22). Not only do they make fantastic family days out, but with the tremendous work they do in protecting habitats and species around the world, they align with our values of working with sustainable partners.  

In this issue of Podium you can read a holiday road trip diary from one of our members (page 36), get some excellent walking and workout tips (page 27), and discover the new sport sweeping the UK (page 34). 

We hope you enjoy this issue.

Richard Hemley, Editor