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Saturday 12th January 2008 - Llangollen by Dave Pearcey
Hello
A Happy New Year to you all.
While that New Year resolution is still in mind, how about joining us on the January walk?
It will be from Llangollen and start at 1000 on Saturday January 12.
The walk will start from outside the information centre in the middle of Llangollen.
There are a couple of long stay car parks in Llangollen and some possibilities of on-street parking but the short stay car park in the centre is expensive for an all-day stay.
The walk is about 9 miles. Although we gain a good bit of height there are no really steep parts. We gain height gradually on tracks and a country road before reaching the high points of Y Foel at 522 metres and Vivod Mountain at 556m. Between these two high points there is some typical Berwyn heather to cross and for this part (if no other) good boots are essential (Wellingtons would be OK if you are used to walking in them)
From Vivod Mountain we join the newly created North Berwyn Way back into Llangollen.
This is a good track, descending a bit steeply for the last part.
The views (on a good day) are excellent throughout the walk.
If you are joining the walk please let me or Jackie know.
See you there
Dave Pearcey
A Happy New Year to you all.
While that New Year resolution is still in mind, how about joining us on the January walk?
It will be from Llangollen and start at 1000 on Saturday January 12.
The walk will start from outside the information centre in the middle of Llangollen.
There are a couple of long stay car parks in Llangollen and some possibilities of on-street parking but the short stay car park in the centre is expensive for an all-day stay.
The walk is about 9 miles. Although we gain a good bit of height there are no really steep parts. We gain height gradually on tracks and a country road before reaching the high points of Y Foel at 522 metres and Vivod Mountain at 556m. Between these two high points there is some typical Berwyn heather to cross and for this part (if no other) good boots are essential (Wellingtons would be OK if you are used to walking in them)
From Vivod Mountain we join the newly created North Berwyn Way back into Llangollen.
This is a good track, descending a bit steeply for the last part.
The views (on a good day) are excellent throughout the walk.
If you are joining the walk please let me or Jackie know.
See you there
Dave Pearcey
Sunday 3rd February 2008 – Langdale – Crinkle Crags and Bow Fell by Iain Topliss
The months roll round quickly and it’s time for the February walk already so here it is…
Langdale – Crinkle Crags and Bow Fell
A splendid walk with excellent views across both the Langdale Valley and West to Scafell Pike and it’s neighbours (weather permitting). Details as follows:
Meet at Old Dungeon Ghyll car park (GR 286062) at 10am Sun 3 Feb 2008. If the car park is full then more parking can be found a few hundred metres back up the valley opposite the Stickle Barn.
From here we go West down Oxendale and across the beck. Climbing relatively steeply we reach the saddle just before Red Tarn where we turn right and follow a gentler path up to the start of Crinkle Crags. Across the Crinkles and then we descend to the Three Tarns where the tired and/or thirsty have an option to return to the car park via The Band to the East. The more sturdy can continue North to the top of Bow Fell (a few metres of scrambling at one point) and, at the saddle between here and Esk Pike, we drop down to Angle Tarn. From here we descend alongside Rossett Gill and the walk back along the floor of the Langdale Valley – a superb example of glaciated terrain. Refreshments await us in the Old Dungeon Ghyll next to the car park (or the Stickle Barn if the ODG is too busy).
Total distance – 15 km (9 miles)
Total height gain – 940 m (3055 ft)
Generally doggable though not for inexperienced canines and all may require a bit of help getting over the step on the ascent of Bow Fell from the Three Tarns
As usual, please let me know if you are intending to come. On the day, or even before, my mobile number is 07720837611.
See you there.
Iain
Langdale – Crinkle Crags and Bow Fell
A splendid walk with excellent views across both the Langdale Valley and West to Scafell Pike and it’s neighbours (weather permitting). Details as follows:
Meet at Old Dungeon Ghyll car park (GR 286062) at 10am Sun 3 Feb 2008. If the car park is full then more parking can be found a few hundred metres back up the valley opposite the Stickle Barn.
From here we go West down Oxendale and across the beck. Climbing relatively steeply we reach the saddle just before Red Tarn where we turn right and follow a gentler path up to the start of Crinkle Crags. Across the Crinkles and then we descend to the Three Tarns where the tired and/or thirsty have an option to return to the car park via The Band to the East. The more sturdy can continue North to the top of Bow Fell (a few metres of scrambling at one point) and, at the saddle between here and Esk Pike, we drop down to Angle Tarn. From here we descend alongside Rossett Gill and the walk back along the floor of the Langdale Valley – a superb example of glaciated terrain. Refreshments await us in the Old Dungeon Ghyll next to the car park (or the Stickle Barn if the ODG is too busy).
Total distance – 15 km (9 miles)
Total height gain – 940 m (3055 ft)
Generally doggable though not for inexperienced canines and all may require a bit of help getting over the step on the ascent of Bow Fell from the Three Tarns
As usual, please let me know if you are intending to come. On the day, or even before, my mobile number is 07720837611.
See you there.
Iain
Saturday 1st March 2008 – Snowdonia by George Sherrington
A walk in the foothills of Snowdon, taking in Mount Eilio, Foel Gron and Foel Goch
9 miles - moderate & doggable
Meet at Community Car Park in Llanberis at 10:00 am (GR 580601)
If you are interested in going, please phone George Sherrington on 01925-726537
9 miles - moderate & doggable
Meet at Community Car Park in Llanberis at 10:00 am (GR 580601)
If you are interested in going, please phone George Sherrington on 01925-726537
Sunday 6th April 2008 – A Round of Fairfield via Deepdale by Ron Leach
Dear All, A Round of Fairfield via Deepdale.
Meet at the car park just north of Brothers water on the A592 Windermere to Patterdale Road at 10am on Sunday 6th April.
Walk north along the A592 and after crossing the bridge over Deepdale Beck join the footpath on the left and walk into Deepdale. After reaching Wallend and crossing Coldcove Gill we begin the ascent of St Sunday Crag. First we reach Lords Seat, then Gavel Pike and then the summit of St Sunday Crag. 2756' 841m (3miles 2300ft of ascent) (Wainwright describes this as the best technical line of ascent for the crag whatever that means!).
Our next objective is Fairfield via Cofa Pike, 2863' 873m (1.5 miles 750ft ascent) then we head towards Hart Crag and complete the circuit vai Hartsop Above How.
Total distance 10 miles
Total Ascent 3350 ft
Doggable
Contact Details Ron Leach,
leach@ronalde.wanadoo.co.uk
0151-724-1641
07749-031-725
Meet at the car park just north of Brothers water on the A592 Windermere to Patterdale Road at 10am on Sunday 6th April.
Walk north along the A592 and after crossing the bridge over Deepdale Beck join the footpath on the left and walk into Deepdale. After reaching Wallend and crossing Coldcove Gill we begin the ascent of St Sunday Crag. First we reach Lords Seat, then Gavel Pike and then the summit of St Sunday Crag. 2756' 841m (3miles 2300ft of ascent) (Wainwright describes this as the best technical line of ascent for the crag whatever that means!).
Our next objective is Fairfield via Cofa Pike, 2863' 873m (1.5 miles 750ft ascent) then we head towards Hart Crag and complete the circuit vai Hartsop Above How.
Total distance 10 miles
Total Ascent 3350 ft
Doggable
Contact Details Ron Leach,
leach@ronalde.wanadoo.co.uk
0151-724-1641
07749-031-725
Saturday 26th April 2008 – Pendle Witch Way by Alan Spreadbury
For those unfamiliar with this walk there are 12 or 25 mile walks organised by the local Pendle Scout Group both involving a climb up Pendle Hill. This is a walk which have supported most years for the last 10+ years and has always been really well organised over this beautiful Lancashire countryside.....£7.50 to enter.....well worth it just for the home made cakes and hotpot provided at the end.
If anyone is interested, please let me know and i'll get you an entry form
thanks
Alan
Alan SPREADBURY
Tel: +44 (0)151 448 6197 Fax: +44 (0)151 448 6221 Mob: +44 (0)773 888 1987
If anyone is interested, please let me know and i'll get you an entry form
thanks
Alan
Alan SPREADBURY
Tel: +44 (0)151 448 6197 Fax: +44 (0)151 448 6221 Mob: +44 (0)773 888 1987
Saturday 10th May 2008 – Staffordshire Roaches by Mike Gann
The walk starts from a car park by the River Dane grid reference OS Sheet 118 and Large scale OL 24 998663. From Congleton take A54 towards Buxton, or from Macclesfield A523 south. At junction of A54 and A523 (GR 913667) take the A54 east towards Buxton. After about 5 miles road descends to a bridge over Clough Brook, then ascends to a sharp "U" bend to left. At the apex of the bend, just before a public house, turn very sharp right onto a minor road. Follow this for about 2 miles, then take a sharp right at Manor Farm (just off the edge of OS 118) and double back along the south bank of River Dane to a car park GR 998663. This car park is quite small so worth arriving early and sharing cars where possible. Walk starts at 10 am but worth arriving by 9.30 am.
The walk follows the south bank of River Dane, then cuts up west through woods, then doubles back to Lud's Chirch, a deep defile cut into gritstone. It then contours east through woods before a short plod uphill southwards, to a road, and over and up onto the Roaches. We follow the gritstone outcrop to its end, descend, then climb up Hen Cloud (optional!). The return route follows valleys north and NW back to the start. About 10 miles. "Doggable".
The walk follows the south bank of River Dane, then cuts up west through woods, then doubles back to Lud's Chirch, a deep defile cut into gritstone. It then contours east through woods before a short plod uphill southwards, to a road, and over and up onto the Roaches. We follow the gritstone outcrop to its end, descend, then climb up Hen Cloud (optional!). The return route follows valleys north and NW back to the start. About 10 miles. "Doggable".
June 2008
No details available, if you have any, please could you let us know.
Mike Gann
Mike Gann
Please let me know if you are coming - mikegann@doctors.org.uk, mobile on the day, 07866620304
Saturday 12th July 2008 – Moel Siabod by Gill Burbridge
The DATE has CHANGED from Saturday 5th to 12th July.
I propose tackling the interesting side of Moel Siabod (Just under 3,000ft).
Passing a quarry we scramble up the East Ridge for lunch on the summit.
An easy scramble which will not be too taxing for dogs. The only danger
for them may be sheep.
The walk will take about 5 hrs.
We will begin from Pont Cyfyng on the A5 between Betws-y-Coed
and Capel Curig at GR 737 570
Parking is in a lay-by on the left hand side of the road.
I suggest parking at 9.30 for a 10am start.
Please let me know if you intend joining us.
Gill Burbidge
Thanks - Gill
I propose tackling the interesting side of Moel Siabod (Just under 3,000ft).
Passing a quarry we scramble up the East Ridge for lunch on the summit.
An easy scramble which will not be too taxing for dogs. The only danger
for them may be sheep.
The walk will take about 5 hrs.
We will begin from Pont Cyfyng on the A5 between Betws-y-Coed
and Capel Curig at GR 737 570
Parking is in a lay-by on the left hand side of the road.
I suggest parking at 9.30 for a 10am start.
Please let me know if you intend joining us.
Gill Burbidge
Thanks - Gill
Saturday 3rd August 2008 – Sedbergh, Cumbria by Tony Bent
Start at 10:00 am (GR 657921).
The walk takes us from Sedbergh to Dent (and return, of course !)
Total distance about 11 miles.
This is a very pleasant walk (no great height gain !), which takes in part of the Dales Way on the return to Sedbergh.
Meet in Sedbergh car park (not the one in the main street).
As you enter Sedbergh from the west, follow the road round to the right and drop down the hill, with the church on your right hand side; straight across the mini roundabout, and the car park is about 50 yds on the left hand side - no free car parking now, other than a little on one of the main roads.
If you are interested, please let me know - bent_anthony@lilly.com or phone 01925 710825
Saturday 6th September 2008 - Ingleborough by Andy Slee
From Clapham, via Clapham Beck and Gaping Gill. Return via Simon Fell and limestone pavements if weather is clear.
10 miles, 2000 ft ascent, 5 hrs.
Starts out from the Tourist info car park at Clapham, GR 745692 at 10 am.
Please contact to confirm attendance via e-mail to either andy.slee@amec.com or ktlams@aol.com, mobile for on the day 07920 134980.
Andy Slee
From Clapham, via Clapham Beck and Gaping Gill. Return via Simon Fell and limestone pavements if weather is clear.
10 miles, 2000 ft ascent, 5 hrs.
Starts out from the Tourist info car park at Clapham, GR 745692 at 10 am.
Please contact to confirm attendance via e-mail to either andy.slee@amec.com or ktlams@aol.com, mobile for on the day 07920 134980.
Andy Slee
Sorry, due to unforeseen circumstances, this walk has had to be cancelled.
Please do come to the next one in October.
Please do come to the next one in October.
Sunday 5th October 2008 - Lake District by Alan Spreadbury
WETHERLAM (762m) in the North of the Coniston range. The walk will start from the car park at Low Tilberthwaite (Outdoor Leisure GR 307009) at 10.00am, and will start with ascent of Blake Rigg travelling north. The route then turns west down to Greenburn Beck, and up a steady climb to Wet Side Edge where views of the Langdales will be spectacular as the weather will be excellent !!!!. From here, the route maintains height via Swirl How, eventually to Wetherlam summit. The return then drops via Tilberthwaite Gill back to the cars. This easy circular route is about 6 to 7 miles at most and should be complete by mid to late afternoon depending on conditions and infirmity of participants. Please let me know by E-mail ASAP if you plan to attend.
Alan
Alan C Spreadbury/EMA/LLY
WETHERLAM (762m) in the North of the Coniston range. The walk will start from the car park at Low Tilberthwaite (Outdoor Leisure GR 307009) at 10.00am, and will start with ascent of Blake Rigg travelling north. The route then turns west down to Greenburn Beck, and up a steady climb to Wet Side Edge where views of the Langdales will be spectacular as the weather will be excellent !!!!. From here, the route maintains height via Swirl How, eventually to Wetherlam summit. The return then drops via Tilberthwaite Gill back to the cars. This easy circular route is about 6 to 7 miles at most and should be complete by mid to late afternoon depending on conditions and infirmity of participants. Please let me know by E-mail ASAP if you plan to attend.
Alan
Alan C Spreadbury/EMA/LLY
Saturday 1st November 2008, Llangollen by Brian Middleton
This is a late change to the route I had in mind. The clocks go forward an hour this weekend and this is an easier and closer walk.
Saturday 1st November, meeting at 10:00am.
Start - Rhewl Church grid ref 18238 / 44914 with limited roadside parking opposite church. I suggest we try to share cars and be green.
Distance - 15k with 800m of ascent.
The route is doggable, although sheep are grazing in some parts.
The route immediately climbs from Rhewl up a quiet lane to join the Offas Dyke path which contours round Moel y Gamelin into Llantysilio mountain. We then bear left to take the path to the top of Moel Morfydd. At 549m this is the highest point on the route. After descending a we cross a road and take a circular route using farm tracks and quiet country lanes to return south of Moel Morfydd and join the Dee valley Way for a while. We then return via Cymmo to Rhewl. If the weather is bad there are several ways to shorten the route.
The pub marked on the map near Rhewl has been closed mid-week both times I have been past. Please feel free to suggest an alternative.
I only return from holiday on Friday evening before the walk and hope to see you Saturday.
regards Brian
Saturday 1st November, meeting at 10:00am.
Start - Rhewl Church grid ref 18238 / 44914 with limited roadside parking opposite church. I suggest we try to share cars and be green.
Distance - 15k with 800m of ascent.
The route is doggable, although sheep are grazing in some parts.
The route immediately climbs from Rhewl up a quiet lane to join the Offas Dyke path which contours round Moel y Gamelin into Llantysilio mountain. We then bear left to take the path to the top of Moel Morfydd. At 549m this is the highest point on the route. After descending a we cross a road and take a circular route using farm tracks and quiet country lanes to return south of Moel Morfydd and join the Dee valley Way for a while. We then return via Cymmo to Rhewl. If the weather is bad there are several ways to shorten the route.
The pub marked on the map near Rhewl has been closed mid-week both times I have been past. Please feel free to suggest an alternative.
I only return from holiday on Friday evening before the walk and hope to see you Saturday.
regards Brian
Sunday 7th December 2008 - Weaver Valley Explorer by John & Les
An easy (no hills!) but longish walk (10 miles) along a particularly rural and peaceful part of the Weaver valley from Frodsham to Dutton Locks returning to Frodsham partly on an old pack horse trail. The walk includes a good variety of riverside, farm tracks, woodland and fine views.
Since the eleventh century brine salt was transported by pack horses from Northwich to Frodsham “docks”. We return to Frodsham on part of an old salt road. This fell into disuse with the construction of the Weaver Navigation which was started around 1730.
During the walk there will be chance to see the how the River Weaver was tamed, the remains of old salt barges, walk over one of the longest wooden footbridges in the UK, walk under the massive Dutton railway viaduct and even walk over the Frodsham swing bridge!
This time of the year, I expect the route might be muddy in places. Be prepared.
Meet: 10.00 am in the Frodsham Station Car Park.
Coming from the direction of Runcorn on the A56 turn left at Bears Paw traffic lights, up Church Street. Then take first left after passing under the railway bridge.
Please let know if you plan to join us
John & Les
tel. 01928 735581
mob. 07502000754
An easy (no hills!) but longish walk (10 miles) along a particularly rural and peaceful part of the Weaver valley from Frodsham to Dutton Locks returning to Frodsham partly on an old pack horse trail. The walk includes a good variety of riverside, farm tracks, woodland and fine views.
Since the eleventh century brine salt was transported by pack horses from Northwich to Frodsham “docks”. We return to Frodsham on part of an old salt road. This fell into disuse with the construction of the Weaver Navigation which was started around 1730.
During the walk there will be chance to see the how the River Weaver was tamed, the remains of old salt barges, walk over one of the longest wooden footbridges in the UK, walk under the massive Dutton railway viaduct and even walk over the Frodsham swing bridge!
This time of the year, I expect the route might be muddy in places. Be prepared.
Meet: 10.00 am in the Frodsham Station Car Park.
Coming from the direction of Runcorn on the A56 turn left at Bears Paw traffic lights, up Church Street. Then take first left after passing under the railway bridge.
Please let know if you plan to join us
John & Les
tel. 01928 735581
mob. 07502000754
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Saturday 13th January 2007 - Clwyds - World's End by Dave Pearcey
The January walk will start from the 'Ponderosa' Cafe on the A542 Horseshoe Pass Road.
Saturday January 13 at 1000.
This is the road that leads down into Llangollen but don't come that way. Take the A483 for Wrexham and leave it for the A525 Ruthin Road just as you get close to Wrexham.
Continue towards Ruthin but turn left at Pen-y-Stryt onto the A 5104 where it is signposted for Llangollen. You soon join the A542. Park across the road from the cafe.
Grid ref is 192482
The walk is about 9 miles. It doesn't have any particular difficulties but there are a couple of hills to stretch those legs on.
The route is to follow the track up to the Wireless station on Cryn-y-Brain (the highest point at 565m).Then drop down past Fron-Lwyd farm to reach the Worlds End road. Follow the road past Worlds End farm with its historical manor house. We now join Offa's Dyke footpath at Worlds End and follow it south under the limestone escarpment for nearly 2 miles.
We drop down and cross the valley at Plas-yn-Eglwyseg. We now climb slowly through woodland and then some moorland before contouring the hillside on a lovely green lane to reach Bryn-yr-Odyn Farm. Its then uphill a bit (but not too much) back to the cars.
The Ponderosa cafe is very popular with motor cyclists and does a very good cup of tea to finish the walk.
The walk is a bit wet/muddy in a couple of places so boots (or wellingtons) are a must. The walk is definitely doggable.
Make this your New Year resolution and join us!!
See you there
Dave
Saturday January 13 at 1000.
This is the road that leads down into Llangollen but don't come that way. Take the A483 for Wrexham and leave it for the A525 Ruthin Road just as you get close to Wrexham.
Continue towards Ruthin but turn left at Pen-y-Stryt onto the A 5104 where it is signposted for Llangollen. You soon join the A542. Park across the road from the cafe.
Grid ref is 192482
The walk is about 9 miles. It doesn't have any particular difficulties but there are a couple of hills to stretch those legs on.
The route is to follow the track up to the Wireless station on Cryn-y-Brain (the highest point at 565m).Then drop down past Fron-Lwyd farm to reach the Worlds End road. Follow the road past Worlds End farm with its historical manor house. We now join Offa's Dyke footpath at Worlds End and follow it south under the limestone escarpment for nearly 2 miles.
We drop down and cross the valley at Plas-yn-Eglwyseg. We now climb slowly through woodland and then some moorland before contouring the hillside on a lovely green lane to reach Bryn-yr-Odyn Farm. Its then uphill a bit (but not too much) back to the cars.
The Ponderosa cafe is very popular with motor cyclists and does a very good cup of tea to finish the walk.
The walk is a bit wet/muddy in a couple of places so boots (or wellingtons) are a must. The walk is definitely doggable.
Make this your New Year resolution and join us!!
See you there
Dave
Please contact Dave Pearcey if you wish to attend
Saturday 10th February 2007 - Snowdonia by Iain Topliss
It's time for the annual snowy Snowdonia walk - though with the present weather I think we'll be lucky to get any snow! Details are as follows:
Meet at 10am in the Ogwen Car Park (GR 649604) next to the Youth Hostel opposite Llyn Ogwen (probably by the brew hut getting a hot chocolate!).
The route will take us from the car park South to Llyn Idwal and then East to join the base of the Gribin Ridge. An interesting climb up on to the ridge (some scrambling involved but not excessive) and then to Bwlch Ddwy Glyder. The hard work over (for the time being) we turn West for an easy stroll over to Glyder Fawr and then down (some scree) to Llyn Cwn before heading up again to Y Garn. The final section takes us down the North East ridge (with excellent views up and down the Ogwen Valley) to Llyn Idwal and back to the car park.
Total length about 8km (5 miles) and total ascent 933m (3032ft)
In terms of dogability, I think this is definitely for the very experienced mountain dog only due to the section on the Gribin Ridge.
Meet at 10am in the Ogwen Car Park (GR 649604) next to the Youth Hostel opposite Llyn Ogwen (probably by the brew hut getting a hot chocolate!).
The route will take us from the car park South to Llyn Idwal and then East to join the base of the Gribin Ridge. An interesting climb up on to the ridge (some scrambling involved but not excessive) and then to Bwlch Ddwy Glyder. The hard work over (for the time being) we turn West for an easy stroll over to Glyder Fawr and then down (some scree) to Llyn Cwn before heading up again to Y Garn. The final section takes us down the North East ridge (with excellent views up and down the Ogwen Valley) to Llyn Idwal and back to the car park.
Total length about 8km (5 miles) and total ascent 933m (3032ft)
In terms of dogability, I think this is definitely for the very experienced mountain dog only due to the section on the Gribin Ridge.
Looking forward to seeing you there.
Iain Topliss
Iain Topliss
Please let Iain know if you would like to go
If people want a shorter walk, there are options around Llyn Idwall and Llyn Bochlwyd
Saturday 10th March 2007 - Derbyshire Dales by Andy Slee
There and back again; a walk through the Derbyshire Dales of Chee Dale, Millars Dale, Monsal Dale and Deep Dale.
Date: 10th March 2007
Start time: 10:00 am
Start: Car park off the Buxton - Matlock A6 at GR 104725 (left hand side of the A6 heading out from Buxton toward Matlock).
Distance: 13 ½ miles
Height: 2000 ft (600 m)
Time: 6 1/2 – 7 ½ hrs
Doggability: Fine, as long as they can do stepping stones / swim; a couple of small sections of road. Some fields in the later part of the walk may also have lambs.
Contact details: Available via Jackie or Dave
Description:
A walk based on Chee Dale, Millars Dale, Monsal Dale and the environs thereof.
The walk begins following the old Manchester – Derby railway line into Chee Dale, before dropping down to follow the River Wye (including the Chee Dale stepping stones) through the Dales until a climb up to Monsal Head. Lots of wildlife should be on show, including water birds such as Dippers, various waterfowl, the occasional Kingfisher and flowers should be budding into life in this part of the Dales.
After Monsal Head, we return along Monsal Dale and Millars Dale, this time following the old railway track and the less walked high level paths. These provide spectacular views down into the dale, especially over the scenic Water-Cum-Jolly. We then head South over the limestone moors, through the village of Chelmorton. After Chelmorton, a place which in my naive younger years, my parents had me believe was the setting for the children’s TV programme “Chelmorton (yes, I know, I said I was naïve, and parents can be so cruel……..) and the Wheelies” we descend into Horseshoe and Deep Dales to return to our cars.
Sunday 1st April 2007 - Lake District by George Sherrington
The walk planned for Sunday April 1st will be Helvellyn in the Lake District.
The approach will be from the A591 (Grasmere) side starting at High Park Wood.
The return will be via Whiteside, Raise, Sticks Pass and Stybeck Farm.
The approach will be from the A591 (Grasmere) side starting at High Park Wood.
The return will be via Whiteside, Raise, Sticks Pass and Stybeck Farm.
Note that the walk is doggable !
Please meet at 10:00 am at the car park on the left of the A591, north of Grasmere (GR 175.312).
Note that there are limited spaces in the car park.
Note that there are limited spaces in the car park.
If you intend to join us on this walk, please contact George / Joan or email Jackie or Dave for more information
Saturday 12th May 2007 - Wales – Cadair Berwyn Horseshoe by John and Les Corfield
A circular walk taking in the highest point on the main Berwyn Ridge offering, weather permitting, superb views of the surrounding countryside. The Cadair Berwyn horseshoe is, arguably, one of the most scenic areas of the Berwyn Range.
Date: Saturday 12th May 2007
Start time: 10.00 am
Start: Tyn-y-ffridd
Distance: 9.5 miles
Ascent: 2400 feet
Description:
The circular walk mostly avoids the usual ubiquitous Berwyn heather and visits ten of the highest Berwyn summits over 2000 feet (Nuttalls!) including the highest, Cadair Berwyn new top at 2723 feet (830m). The walk along the Berwyn Ridge above the shaley eastern cliffs of Moel Sych and Craig Berwyn provides a dramatic contrast to the rolling moorland elsewhere in the range.
Access:
For those without sat navs careful navigation is required to get to the starting point.
From Chirk, follow the signs for Glyn Ceiriog and then go on to Llanarmon Dyffryn Ceiriog (LDC). Continue straight through LDC towards Llanfhaeadr-ym-Mochnant and then follow the minor road for about 6 km (4 miles) to Tyn-y-ffridd.
Parking:
Is limited and try to car share where possible. There is space for several cars near the the bridge over the stream at GR 119306. The best approach is to drive to a turning point at the red telephone box, where another minor road goes north to Maes farm. Turn around, head back, and after 50m turn right (this is a difficult hairpin bend when approach from the LDC direction) and the bridge is reached after about 200m.
A walk for only very agile well-behaved dogs. This time of year there are sheep with lambs lurking behind every tussock and also a number of wire fences without stiles need to be crossed.
If you intend to join us on this walk, please contact John Corfield or email Jackie or Dave for more information.
Sunday 3rd June 2007 - Snowdon Horseshoe by Gill Burbidge
Date: Sunday 3rd June 2007
Start time: 09.30 am
Start: Pen y pas
I hope everyone will rush to do my favourite summer walk - the Snowdon Horseshoe.(Good training for Switzerland).
Meeting at 9 30am at Pen y pas to complete Snowdon Horseshoe (busy at this time of year - travel with others if you can). Otherwise Pen Y Grywd nd walk up or Llanberis and take the bus.
Walk consists of Crib Goch, Crib y Dysgoll, Snowdon and Bchlwyd. Takes about 5/6 hours. Some fairly exposed scrambling - not suitable for many dogs (only if they have done the course at Plas y Brenin). Please let Jacquie or me know of you intend to walk.
All the best Gill
Meeting at 9 30am at Pen y pas to complete Snowdon Horseshoe (busy at this time of year - travel with others if you can). Otherwise Pen Y Grywd nd walk up or Llanberis and take the bus.
Walk consists of Crib Goch, Crib y Dysgoll, Snowdon and Bchlwyd. Takes about 5/6 hours. Some fairly exposed scrambling - not suitable for many dogs (only if they have done the course at Plas y Brenin). Please let Jacquie or me know of you intend to walk.
All the best Gill
Annual Walk Trip - June 2007 - Swiss Alps by Dave Pearcey/Iain Topliss
Plans for the Swiss Alps trip in June:
Hotel Schwizerheim. Grindelwald. Approx £170/wk for double room.
16-22 June.
Book individual Easyjet flights.
Lots of local valley walks. Train between Eiger & Jungfrau (99 Euros)
2 day trip with hut stay Monch & Jungfrau
Other possible events 2007
Backpacking weekend using public transport throughout – Lesley and John to investigate. Probably July or September.
Group meal – Pete Burbidge to organise (from last year)
Ideas for 2008 trip: (from last year)
Pyrenees / Andorra – Dave Pearcey to investigate
Sierra Nevada – John Corfield to investigate
Croatia– Gill Burbidge to investigate
Slovenia – Andy Slee to investigate
Dista Walking Club
2006 Archive of Walks;
January 2006
No details available, if you have any, please could you let us know.
February 2006
No details available, if you have any, please could you let us know.
Saturday 11th March 2006 - Lake District walk by George Sherrington
The next 'Dista Walking Club' outing will be in the Lake District on Saturday March 11th.
Aim to start walking at 10:00 am, starting from the (expensive !) main car park in Ambleside.
The walk itself is about 10 to 11 miles and takes in Low Pike, High Pike and Red Screes.
The weather, as always, will be fine and dry with a warming westerly wind to help you along the way.
Aim to start walking at 10:00 am, starting from the (expensive !) main car park in Ambleside.
The walk itself is about 10 to 11 miles and takes in Low Pike, High Pike and Red Screes.
The weather, as always, will be fine and dry with a warming westerly wind to help you along the way.
George Sherrington is arranging the trip, so please contact him by telephone (don't try e-mailing him as he is having difficulties in that area !).
9th April 2006 – Wales by Gill Burbidge
No details available, if you have any, please could you let us know.
May – Long Weekend Walk by Peter Ferguson
No details available, if you have any, please could you let us know.
Sunday 11th June 2006 - Ullswater Walks by Jackie Vaughan
Hopefully there is something for everyone here: Easy, very easy and moderate / hard.
Meet at 10 AM in the car park in Patterdale on the opposite side of the A592 (kirkstone pass, the route from Windermere to Penrith) to the Patterdale Hotel (parking £2 par car).
The easy option – Lakeside walk – around 11 miles with almost no ascent. Walk from Patterdale to the steamer terminal at Glenridding (~1 mile) to catch the 11:00 sailing to Pooley Bridge (£6:30 adult) arriving 12:00. Walk back along the lake shore via Howtown to Patterdale (~10 miles, 4-5 hours). Easy walking, but we’ll need to keep moving to get back at a reasonable time. Check out this website for a view of the walk from Howtown to Patterdale. See website below for map
http://www.virtualwalker.com/014/ullswater_route.html
..and there’s a nice photo of the walk at http://www.go4awalk.com/userpics/davidhayter134.php?walk=c198
The very easy option. If we’re falling behind, tired, or if the weather is turns nasty – Start the lakeside walk as above but dip out after 4 miles and get the steamer back from Howtown to Glenridding. (the sailing at 3:10 would probably do, getting back at 3:45, £4.60 adult). Walk back to Patterdale (~1 mile)
The moderate / hard option 11 ½ miles with 2,700 ft ascent over St Sunday Crag, Fairfield and Hart Crag. This is a lovely ridge walk, with no scrambling and not very exposed. Take a look at http://www.leaney.org/photo_map_square.php?grid=NY3612
For more information, check out these websites:
Steamers
http://www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk/
Patterdale Hotel
http://www.patterdalehotel.co.uk/patterdale/index.php
Please let me know it you are planning to come, and if so which route you want to do. I will try to arrange group discounts with the steamer if I know enough in advance.
Meet at 10 AM in the car park in Patterdale on the opposite side of the A592 (kirkstone pass, the route from Windermere to Penrith) to the Patterdale Hotel (parking £2 par car).
The easy option – Lakeside walk – around 11 miles with almost no ascent. Walk from Patterdale to the steamer terminal at Glenridding (~1 mile) to catch the 11:00 sailing to Pooley Bridge (£6:30 adult) arriving 12:00. Walk back along the lake shore via Howtown to Patterdale (~10 miles, 4-5 hours). Easy walking, but we’ll need to keep moving to get back at a reasonable time. Check out this website for a view of the walk from Howtown to Patterdale. See website below for map
http://www.virtualwalker.com/014/ullswater_route.html
..and there’s a nice photo of the walk at http://www.go4awalk.com/userpics/davidhayter134.php?walk=c198
The very easy option. If we’re falling behind, tired, or if the weather is turns nasty – Start the lakeside walk as above but dip out after 4 miles and get the steamer back from Howtown to Glenridding. (the sailing at 3:10 would probably do, getting back at 3:45, £4.60 adult). Walk back to Patterdale (~1 mile)
The moderate / hard option 11 ½ miles with 2,700 ft ascent over St Sunday Crag, Fairfield and Hart Crag. This is a lovely ridge walk, with no scrambling and not very exposed. Take a look at http://www.leaney.org/photo_map_square.php?grid=NY3612
For more information, check out these websites:
Steamers
http://www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk/
Patterdale Hotel
http://www.patterdalehotel.co.uk/patterdale/index.php
Please let me know it you are planning to come, and if so which route you want to do. I will try to arrange group discounts with the steamer if I know enough in advance.
Saturday 1st July 2006 - Pen-y-Ghent walk by Brian
The July walk will be on Saturday July 1 (due to holidays and shift work) starting at 1000.
The route is Helwith Bridge-Pen-y-Ghent-Hull Pot-Horton-Moughton -Wharfe-Helwith Bridge.
The path over Moughton is as per Wainwright and is not marked on the Ordnance Survey.
The starting point and car park is the Helwith Bridge Quarry Picnic Site on the opposite side of the road to the Helwith Bridge Hotel. A little map is attached.
Helwith Bridge is about 5 miles north of Settle on the Horton Road. To get to Settle go via Gisburn on the A59 from the M6 at Preston. You can also reach Gisburn from the M65 if you know the way.
The full route is about 12 miles but those looking for something a bit shorter can return from Horton to Helwith along the River Ribble, a very pleasant walk cutting out about 3 miles.
The walk is doggable, allowing for some big stiles on the way up Pen-y-Ghent and some care while crossing the limestone of Moughton.
We will finish in the Helwith Hotel....yes I know England will be playing at 4pm if they beat Ecuador...you can watch it in the pub.
Hope to see you there
Please let us know if you plan to come along.
Sunday 13th August 2006 - Clwydian Hills walk by John Corfield
Two straightforward walks in the Clwydian Hills
Two walks are planned in the area around Llanarmon-yn-ial, on the gentle flanks of the southern Clwydians, with the bonus of a fine old inn at the finish.
Walk One
An easy 4.5 miles in a mixture of limestone pastureland and woodland.
A walk on good paths, tracks and quiet lanes that is suitable for everyone no matter you experience. Allow about 3 hours for the walk. Some stiles will need to be negotiated.
It will introduce you to the mixed scenic delights of the limestone pastures around Llanarmon-yn-ial. It visits the gentle green eastern flanks of the Clwydians, takes in a hillside lake, and explores a rich wooded limestone area. Other highlights include a medieval church, an 11th century fortress and an ancient cave.
Walk Two
A straightforward 9.5 miles
For those that want to walk further. It covers the same ground as Walk One plus another 5 miles that explores the attractive western edges of the Clwydians near Graigfechan. It includes a splendid short section of Offa’s Dyke Path over Moel y Plas, offering panoramic views. Also a chance to visit some scenic side valleys and open fells of the Clwydians.
Start
At 10.00 am from St Garman Church, Llanarmon-yn-ial. SJ 191561
Directions
From the A494 Ruthin-Mold road, take the B5430 towards Llanarmon-yn-ial , and after 2 miles turn right on the B5431 to enter the village. Park alongside the church wall opposite the 18th Raven Inn.
Contact
If you are coming or want further information please contact John Corfield
2nd – 9th September 2006 – Dolomites by Dave Pearcey
No details available, if you have any, please could you let us know.
Sunday 15th October 2006 - The Howgills walk by Tony Bent
The walk planned for 10:00am Sunday Oct 15th will be in the Howgills, in the eastern part of Cumbria.
Experiences awaiting you:
1) A free car park
2) A waterfall
3) A calf
4) A 10 mile walk in very pleasant countryside
This is a lovely walk with a 5 mile level 'walk-in' through the old farms of Cautley, a steep climb up the side of Cautley Spout (the waterfall), onward to the Calf (the highest point of the Howgill Fells at 2,220 feet (676m)). The 10 mile walk has a return along the fells to Sedbergh.
We can make the walk longer if we want (we can decide on the day).
The start is in Sedbergh (M6 junction 37, A684 east).
When you get to Sedbergh, drive past the posh school (on your right) towards the village. The road narrows and then turns VERY sharp right. Take this turn (don't go straight on into the village centre), then go straight on at the small roundabout. About 50 yards on the left is the FREE car park. Get there in time to begin walking at 10:00am.
Please let me know if you want to come along.
Experiences awaiting you:
1) A free car park
2) A waterfall
3) A calf
4) A 10 mile walk in very pleasant countryside
This is a lovely walk with a 5 mile level 'walk-in' through the old farms of Cautley, a steep climb up the side of Cautley Spout (the waterfall), onward to the Calf (the highest point of the Howgill Fells at 2,220 feet (676m)). The 10 mile walk has a return along the fells to Sedbergh.
We can make the walk longer if we want (we can decide on the day).
The start is in Sedbergh (M6 junction 37, A684 east).
When you get to Sedbergh, drive past the posh school (on your right) towards the village. The road narrows and then turns VERY sharp right. Take this turn (don't go straight on into the village centre), then go straight on at the small roundabout. About 50 yards on the left is the FREE car park. Get there in time to begin walking at 10:00am.
Please let me know if you want to come along.
Contact
If you are coming or want further information please contact Tony Bent
Saturday 11th November 2006 - Coniston Old Man and Wetherlam walk by Dave Pearcey
I am organising the November walk as Karen and Andy are moving house.
It will be to Coniston.
Starting from the paid car park near the middle of town at grid 303976 at 1000.
The route will be up Coppermines valley to Coniston Old Man, along to Swirl How, down Prison band and up to Wetherlam and return to Coniston.
The walk would be classified as hard but if some are looking for an easier walk then a good option is to go as far as the mine ruins half way up the Old man and return exploring both sides of the Coppermines Valley.
The views from the top of Coniston Old Man are outstanding (on a good day!)
Please let me know if you intend coming
Contact
If you are coming or want further information please contact Dave Pearcey
Sunday 10th December - Peak District - Bleaklow Head by John Corfield
A straightforward (if not too misty) 10 mile walk from Glossop with 503m/1660ft ascent and taking in a section of the Pennine Way and Bleaklow Head summit. An opportunity to experience a boggy top of the Peak District.
The route uses an old quarry track at the start and a Roman road to finish. The section of the Pennine Way is now a stone causeway enabling one to admire the vast landscape instead of ploughing through the boggy morass. Though there is a little opportunity for the latter with the approach to Bleaklow Head often deep inside an eroded grough.
Walk Route:
Old Glossop - Cock Hill - Pennine Way above Torside Clough - Bleaklow Head - Doctors Gate - Old Glossop
Meet:
At 10.00 am opposite the Wheatsheaf near Old Glossop church (SK042949)
Directions:
Approaching Glossop on A57.…………..
At traffic lights in town centre turn left onto B6105 past railway station on left
After 1.5km/0.9ml turn right at crossroads and right at T-junction
Where road bends right to church go straight ahead
Park on right
Let me know if you plan to join the walk
John Corfield
