The Ridgeway walkers mark 50 years since it became an official national trail

A walk has kicked off a number of events being held to celebrate 50 years since an ancient pathway was made an official national trail.

The Ridgeway stretches 87 miles from a site called The Sanctuary, near Marlborough in Wiltshire, to Ivinghoe Beacon, in Buckinghamshire.

Among the walkers was TV presenter and anthropologist, Mary-Ann Ochota, who encouraged others to enjoy the pathway.

Video journalist: Sophie Parker