Friday Walkers have a bracing holiday in Leyburn, 11-16 September 2011
The arrival of 10 members of the Friday Walking Group in Leyburn, on the eastern edge of the Yorkshire Dales, coincided with the arrival of the remnants of Hurricane Katia, so the walking over the first couple of days was restricted to low levels, mainly in Wensleydale, and was quite bracing. Later in the week, when the wind had dropped, it was possible to climb higher in beautiful sunny conditions, with wonderful views of Arkengarthdale and Swaledale. Accommodation was in Eastfield Lodge, Collett's only 'Walking Lodge' in the UK, where the group was looked after exceptionally well by Dave and Pol. Many thanks to Phil and Gaye for organising the holiday.
Friday Walkers have an eventful walk on the White Peak, 5th August 2011
The Friday Walking Group set off from the Cat & Fiddle to do a circular walk via Three Shires Head, Knotbury and Axe Edge Moor. All went to plan until just after Knotbury in a fairly remote location, when Sue went over on her ankle and was unable to even hobble. A telephone call to the Emergency Services led to a startling succession of emergency vehicles to deal with Sue's problem. First on the scene was a Community First Responder, followed by a Community Paramedic from Leek. Next to arrive was an East Midlanda Air Ambulance emergency helicopter from Tatenhill Airport (near Burton upon Trent), and finally an ambulance from Macclesfield. Sue's leg was strapped up and she was whisked away to Macclesfield A&E, where her ankle was X-rayed and diagnosed to be a bad sprain. We are very grateful to the emergency personnel who helped us - we were most impressed by their efficiency and professionalism. Click here for a few photos taken by Nicolette during the walk and the 'rescue'. Thanks, Jenny, for an eventful walk!
Friday Walkers off to Moel Eilio, Snowdonia, 1st July 2011
The Friday Walking Group spent a glorious day in Snowdonia on 1st July. Starting in Llanberis, the route ascended Moel Eilio, then followed the ridge over Foel Gron and Foel Goch before looping back to Llanberis. The views were stunning in all directions - north east to the Glyders and Tryfan, south east to Snowdon, and south to the Nantile Ridge. The walk finished with the usual mandatory café stop, this time in the excellent Pete's Eats in Llanberis. Thanks, Paul, for a memorable walk.
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First walk of the year in Snowdonia for Friday Walkers, 1st April 2011
18 members of the Friday Walking Group met at the Sychnant Pass car park, 2km to the west of Conwy, on 1st April, and enjoyed a scenic walk in bright windy conditions. The walk headed west across open moorland, traversed the Jubilee Terrace round Foel Lus (above Penmaenmawr), then looped round to return to the start. Many thanks to Pat for planning and leading the walk.
Friday Walkers brave slippery conditions during first walk of 2011
Are they mad? No less than twelve Friday Walkers braved the slippery roads and snowy paths to enjoy a bracing walk over Burwardsley, Bickerton and Bulkeley Hills on 7th January 2011. Nobody fell, nobody crashed, and the toasted teacakes (and other delights) were most welcome as they finished the walk at The Candle Factory. Thanks to Stephen for a great walk. Thanks to Tim and Nicolette for these photos.
Friday Walkers off to Kinder Downfall, 3rd September 2010
Friday Walkers were blessed with a wonderful sunny day on 3rd September. Starting at Hayfield the route headed for Kinder Reservoir, then climbed up William Clough to join the Pennine Way at Ashop Head. The walk then followed the edge of the Kinder Plateau, past Kinder Downfall to Edale Cross, before turning west along Oaken Clough and dropping back via Tunstead Clough Farm to Hayfield. Thanks to Tim and Jenny for organising the walk. Jenny had a senior moment amongst the rocks, but emerged with no more than a few grazes and bruises. A small price to pay for those stunning views!
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Damp conditions on Y Garn for Friday Walkers, 6th August 2010!
The Friday Walkers aren't put off by a little rain, or even quite a lot of rain, in fact almost continuous rain, wind, mist .......! These were the conditions on 6th August when an intrepid group ascended the 3100ft peak of Y Garn in Snowdonia and completed a short but fairly strenuous circuit with a descent through the steep, rocky Devil's Kitchen to Llyn Idwal. Judging by the bedraggled but curiously happy faces in the summit photo they even quite enjoyed it! Thanks to Stephen (The Rain King) Trumper for leading us safely in difficult conditions.
Friday Walking Group walks from Llangynog to Pistyll Rhaeadr, 2nd July 2010
This energetic walk, measuring about 13km with about 650m climbing, was led by Tony and Esme. It started at Llangynog and headed north towards the Berwyns before dropping down to a picnic lunch above the waterfall at Pistyll Rhaeadr. The return route included a steep descent towards the Afon Tanat valley, followed by a leisurely walk into Llangynog, where the local pub provided welcome drinks! Click here for a few photos, taken by Helen Holyoak.
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Friday Walkers off to Shropshire, 7th May 2010
Friday Walkers walk on 7th May 2010 climbed from Carding Mill Valley (near Church Stretton) to the top of the Long Mynd, before dropping down, along the Post Way and the Shropshire Way, to the tiny village of Ratlinghope. The return trip headed back to the top of the Long Mynd, then took the scenic route, via waterfall and reservoir, down to the Carding Mill Café where tea and cakes provided a welcome finish to the day. Total distance was about 10 miles, with about 1700 feet ascent.
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Friday Walkers off to Snowdonia, 2nd April 2010
A little bit and rain and snow can't stop the Friday Walkers! On the 2nd April 2010, we defied the elements - and the over enthusiastic weather forecast - to enjoy a nine mile walk around the hills, lakes and ruins of former leadworks to the west of Llanrwst in the Snowdonia National Park. The rain almost held off, and when it came it was far gentler than forecast. Thanks to Pat Bucknell for devising and leading what was a very enjoyable walk.
Friday Walking Group's New Year Walk, 1 January 2010
The Friday Walking Group had an excellent New Year walk of around 10km on the Cheshire Ridge in cold sunny weather. The walk started at the Sandstone Pub (previously the Coppermine), then proceeded through Harthill and up to Raw Head, then down by Bickerton Church and up to Maiden Castle before looping back to Brown Knowl and an excellent meal at the Sandstone Pub. Click here for photos of the walk.
Friday Walking Group's Christmas Walk, 4 December 2009
The Friday walking group had an excellent walk of around 5 miles in good weather, starting from Llanferres. The walk took them through fields and woodland to a col below Foel Fenlli. From there some went up to the summit, others followed the path round the hill and they all enjoyed lovely views across to a snowy Snowdonia. They met again at the upper Moel Famau car park before making their way back to the Druid Inn for their Christmas lunch. Click here for a few photos, taken by Nicolette.
Friday Walking Group's wet day on The Roaches and Hen Cloud on 2 October 2009
The Met Office got it wrong yet again! The Friday Walking Group didn't expect rain, but they didn't let the damp conditions spoil their enjoyment of this interesting walk along The Roaches, taking in Doxey Pool, Whillans Memorial Hut, Hen Cloud and Lud's Church. Click here for a few photos of the walk. The views could have been better, but tea and cakes after the walk at Blaze Farm didn't disappoint!
Devil's Kitchen to Llyn y Cwn. 4 September 2009
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Caer Caradoc and The Lawley, 3rd July 2009
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Cheshire Ridge in the snow, 6th February 2009
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