Sunday, 24th January 2010
Walk Starting Point: Llanasa Village Carpark (Opposite the Red Lion Pub)
Walk Start Time: 10:30am Leader: Nikki Beedles & Lindsey Piper
Walk Length: 6 miles Graded: Moderate - Click here for Grading Info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SJ106814 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: CH8 9NB
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:19:19N (53.32195) Latitude: 3:20:37W (-3.34362) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : The walk crosses countryside with fantastic views of Snowdonia. Passing a cave, hilltop cairn (ancient history) and stone dove cote!! We are starting from the village of Llanasa. It is a circular route muddy in parts. There is a big car park in the centre of the village mainly for the church use also there is a pub called the red lion which is friendly and can go there after the walk. I would describe the walk as moderate. Drivers need to put a route plan of how to get to Llanasa as it is a bit in the countryside off the A55.
Minibus pick up: 9:15am William Brown St and 9:30am Hamilton Square. Cost: £10
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Saturday, 13th February 2010
WALK 92: LYDIATE & HASKAYNE: MERSEYSIDE
Walk Starting Point: Lydiate Parish Hall Car Park
Walk Start Time: 10:15am Leader: Anna Foster
Walk Length: 9.5 miles Graded: Moderate - Click here for Grading Info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SD366047 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: L31 4EQ
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:32:07N (53.53521) Latitude: 2:57:29W (-2.95807) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : A walk along the Leeds Liverpool Canal with a couple of good pubs along the way. The grading of the walk is moderate based on the distance of 9½ miles. The majority of this walk is on the flat and mostly footpath based on parts other Cheshire Lines path, lanes and the Liverpool to Leeds Canal towpath. There will be a pub stop during the walk. The lunch stop will be at the Ship Inn, Haskayne which serves reasonably priced pub food. There will be opportunities to eat sandwiches etc before we go to the pub. There will be time on the lunch stop if you want to eat lunch in the pub. There are no toilets at the start of the walk and the pub stop is approximately two thirds of the way along the walk.
Transport Option : Public Bus Transport The No 311 Liverpool to Skelmersdale Route. Catch the 9:07 am bus at Sir Thomas Street (Stand SA) Anna will catch this bus Bus Route Information
Cost: The lowest cost option is to by a "Save Away all Zone" ticket in advance. If you buy a Save Away it will allow you to get from home into town, out to Lydiate & all the way home for £4.50 (at time of writing) Saveaway Tickets Link
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 28th February 2010
WALK 93: BRIMHAM ROCKS: NORTH YORKSHIRE
Walk Starting Point: Car park South Side of the Nidd Bridge in the village of Pateley Bridge
Walk Start Time: 10:30am Leader: Wendy Nulty
Walk Length: 8.7 miles Graded: Moderate - Click here for Grading Info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SE157655 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: HG3 5BD
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 54:05:07N (54.08519) Latitude: 1:45:41W (-1.7615) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : This is a lovely walk from Pateley Bridge along the River Nidd up through mixed woodland, down quiet farm tracks to the wierd and wonderful Brimham Rocks. This National Trust property has some amazing rock formations, great views over the valley and a chance to grab a cuppa at the cafe. Its then a leisurely walk across field and tracks to Pateley bridge a great village with 2 good butchers, great pub, chippy, health food shop and walking shop. Toilets at start/end and half way round (if cafe open at Brimham Rocks) Estimated time for route = 4 1/2 hours Some uphill sections on route but nothing too strenuous! May be muddy accross fields and in woodland
Minibus pick up: 8:15am Hamilton Square and 8:35am William Brown St. Cost:£10
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 7th MARCH 2010
WALK 93A: BULKELEY HILL AND RAW HEAD: CHESHIRE
Start Time: 10:30 Location Name: Higher Burwardsley, Candle Workshop signposted from A41 and A49
Walk Start Time: 10:30am Leader: Wendy Nulty
Walk Length: 6 miles Graded: Moderate - Click here for Grading Info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SJ520566 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: CH3 9PF
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:06:17N (53.10484) Latitude: 2:43:02W (-2.71734) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : Much of the route is along the sandstone ridge that runs across Cheshire. After climbing Bulkeley Hill you continue to Raw Head (227m) is the highest point and has great views over the Cheshire plains. There is a couple of uphill sections and one steep down hill section after leaving Raw Head but all in all a pleasant walk. Have rated this moderate but I was very close to putting leisurely people will only find it moderate if they don’t like uphill and downhill sections but there is nothing strenuous.
Minibus pick up: 9:00am William Brown St and 9:15am Hamilton Square. Cost: £10
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
This is the walk we were going to do on the 10th of January, but got stopped by the unsafe driving conditions. Better luck second time around
Sunday, 14th March 2010
WALK 94: THE BRONTES IN PENDLE: LANCASHIRE
Walk Starting Point: Outside the Sun Inn Centre of Trawden village near Colne
Walk Start Time: 10:45am Leader: Clive Shaw
Walk Length: 6.5 miles Graded: Moderate - Click here for Grading Info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SD909387 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: BB8 8PG
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:50:40N (53.84432) Latitude: 2:08:18W (-2.13843) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : Initially lowland walk through historic Trawden Forest and a hidden waterfall to Boulsworth Hill with great views over the Pendle district of Lancashire. Visit Wycoller with famous Bronte connections. Scenery and history combine well
Minibus pick up: 8:45am Hamilton Square, 9:00am William Brown St and 9:15am Old Roan. Cost:£9
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 28th March 2010
WALK 95: THE BATTLE OF NANTWICH & THE ENGLISH CIVIL WAR
Walk Starting Point: Bowers Row Carpark in Nantwich
Walk Start Time: 10:30am Leader: Cameron Ward
Walk Length: 5 miles Graded: Easy - Click here for Grading Info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SJ652521 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: CW5 5DZ
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:03:54N (53.06505) Latitude: 2:31:15W (-2.52085) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Note to Drivers: Please note the small change in starting point. The original carpark is very small and was full (on a Sunday when the shops were closed) when the Reccie was done. This new carpark is just a couple of hundred meters from the original one but is much bigger.
Walk Description : This walk has been chosen from “Walks into History Cheshire” & is based in the historic area Nantwich & Acton. The walk will pass through the battlefield site along with other historical sites. We will be walking on Market Day and will stop at the market on the way back .
Minibus pick up: 9:15am William Brown St and 9:30am Hamilton Square. Cost:£9
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 11th April 2010
WALK 96: TURTON & ENTWISTLE AND WAYOH RESRS., FROM JUMBLES: LANCASHIRE
Walk Starting Point: The Jumbles Car Park
Walk Start Time: 10:30am Leader: Jo Bremner
Walk Length: 10 miles Graded: Moderate - Click here for Grading Info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SD736140 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: BL7 9AX
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:37:19N (53.62188) Latitude: 2:24:02W (-2.4006) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : This walk visits the three large reservoirs and an area of moorland to the north of Bolton. Also included is the village of Turton Bottoms.
Minibus pick up: 9:00am Hamilton Square, 9:20am William Brown St and 9:45am Old Roan. Cost:£9
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 18th April 2010
WALK 97: HESWALL FIELDS & DALES AND THURSTASTON HILL: WIRRAL
Walk Starting Point: Banks Road car park
Walk Start Time: 12:30pm Please note change of start time Leader: Grant Gibson
Walk Length: 7.5 miles Graded: Leisurely- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SJ255815 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: CH60 9JS
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:19:31N (53.32517) Latitude: 3:07:12W (-3.11998) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : A pleasant local walk, exploring three beautiful areas of the Wirral countryside. Starting on the edge of Heswall, this walk takes us to the National Trust owned Heswall fields, before a brief walk on the Wirral way takes us to Thurstaston visitors centre. From here we head up to Thurstaston hill, one of the highest points on the Wirral, and from which you can view Liverpool to the east, and the Dee Estuary and the Clwydian Hills to the west. We then head to Heswall Dales via Dungeon wood, before returning to the start. This is a gentle walk suitable for all abilities.
No Minibus for this walk. Best transport is by Car
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 9th May 2010
WALK 98: BARLEY FROM BARROWFORD: LANCASHIRE
Walk Starting Point: Car Park in Barrowford Heritage Centre (Forest of Bowland)
Walk Start Time: 11:00am Leader: Jo Bremner
Walk Length: 7.5 miles Graded: Moderate- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SD863398 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: BB9 6JQ
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:51:15N (53.85426) Latitude: 2:12:35W (-2.20975) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : An easy going walk except for the final climb from Old Hall Farm to the ridge over Barrowford which is very steep. A fine mixture of deciduous and coniferous woodland, open grass meadows, with the very pretty village of Barley as a bonus.
Minibus pick up: 8:45am Hamilton Square, 9:00am William Brown St and 9:20am Old Roan. Cost:£9
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 23rd May 2010
WALK 99: HELVELLYN VIA STRIDING EDGE: LAKE DISTRICT
Walk Starting Point: Glenridding
Walk Start Time: 10:30am Leader: Dave Calland
Walk Length: 10 miles Graded: Strenuous- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: NY386169 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: CA11 0PA
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 54:32:38N (54.54387) Latitude: 2:57:03W (-2.95079) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : Classic high-level mountain walk along a narrow ridge. A good head for heights is required as parts of the ridge is quite exposed. The walk overlooks the exquisite Grisedale Valley before crossing Striding Edge and scrambling up to the 950m summit. The descent is more gentle and takes the Keppel Cove Track across Lower Man and Whiteside Bank, down past the Helvellyn Youth Hostel and back to Glenridding.
Minibus pick up: 8:00am Hamilton Square, 8:15am William Brown St and 8:35am Old Roan. Cost:£11
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Saturday, 5th June 2010
WALK 99A: ALDERLEY EDGE & THE WIZARD'S WELL: CHESHIRE
Walk Starting Point: Alderley Edge Railway Station
Walk Start Time: 11:00am Leader: Sally Partington
Walk Length: 7.5 miles Graded: Moderate- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SJ843786 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: SK9 7QA
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:18:15N (53.30413) Latitude: 2:14:13W (-2.23705) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : This enjoyable walk starts in Alderley Edge village renowned for being the home of many a Mancunian footballer and their WAGs! Our walk will take us past some of the beautiful villas perched on the side of the hill, through woodland and up to the Wizard's Well and Castle Rock. We then progress on secluded and unspoilt paths and return via cobbled country lanes. There may be chance to have a drink in one of Alderley Edge's drinking establishments before heading back home on the train.
Use of Train from Liverpool Lime Street to Alderley Edge Railway Station
THE TRAIN ROUTE SALLY IS PLANNING TO USE IS:
Route from Liverpool Lime Street to Alderley Edge Railway Station via Crew (One change required at Crewe) Departing from Liverpool Lime Street on the 09:34 (last train that will get you there on time)
Correct at time of writing:- Check the train time close to the walk date). Return Charge of £14.50 for the train
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 20th June 2010
WALK 101: THE NANTLLE RIDGE: NORTH WALES
Walk Starting Point: Rhyd-Ddu Car park
Walk Start Time: 10:30am Leader: Grant Gibson
Walk Length: 8.5 miles Graded: Strenuous- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SH569529 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: LL54 6TL
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:03:15N (53.05416) Latitude: 4:08:11W (-4.13651) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : This is a linear walk emcompassing the Nantlle Ridge. The Nantlle ridge is one of the classic ridge walks of snowdonia, second only to the snowdon horseshoe and Tryfan/Bristly ridge. But unlike these more hardcore ridges, the Nantlle ridge is a much gentler introduction to the ridges of Snowdonia. Starting in the village of Rhyd-ddu, one of the quieter starting points for an ascent of Snowdon, we will instead be heading west, ascending five separate peaks across the entire Nantlle ridge. The walk finishes with a walk through the western foothills of snowdonia, before arriving in the village of Talysarn.
Minibus pick up: 8:15am William Brown St and 8:30am Hamilton Square. Cost: £10
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Please note this is a LINEAR walk; we will be starting and finishing at different points. Although the start and finish points are along the same road; the B4418, due to distance, there will be no opportunity for those travelling by car to walk back to the start point. Therefore anyone planning to attend by car MUST contact the booking secretary and walk leader, so that arrangements can be made to transport any car drivers back to the starting point. In the event that this is not possible, the walk will be limited to those booking a place on the minibus.
Sunday, 27th June 2010
WALK 101A: THE RIBBLE VALLEY FROM SAWLEY: LANCASHIRE
Walk Starting Point: Sawley River Bridge (meet outside of The Spread Eagle Inn)
Walk Start Time: 10:30am Leader: Kieron McKenna & Sarah Knight
Walk Length: 9 miles Graded: Moderate- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SD775466 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: BB7 4NH
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:54:53N (53.91483) Latitude: 2:20:39W (-2.34414) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : This beautiful low level walk roughly follows the River Ribble. The route twists and turns through woods, across fields and over bridges with plenty of wildlife and the possibility of seeing the deer that frequent this area.
Please Note: No toilets at start of walk. Facilities available at a service station, turning left at a rooundabout en route down the A59, in Clitheroe area (about 5 miles from start point).
Minibus pick up: 9:00am Hamilton Square, 9:15am William Brown St and 9:35am Old Roan. Cost:£10
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 4th July 2010
WALK 102: THE SANDSTONE TRAIL. NORTHERN SECTION. FRODSHAM TO WILLINGTON: CHESHIRE
Walk Starting Point: St Lawrence's Church Overton
Walk Start Time: 10:00am Leader: Paul Edge
Walk Length: 10 miles Graded: Moderate- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SJ521773 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: WA6 6BT
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:17:27N (53.29074) Latitude: 2:43:17W (-2.72146) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : The route follows a sandstone ridge overlooking the Cheshire Plain before swinging west through Delamere Forest. The path crosses the A54 through Primrose hill wood before ending at Willingdon. The route is easy to follow has no hazards other than road crossings and at one point it follows a road for one third of a mile. There are two pubs and two good cafes on route.
Minibus pick up: 8:15am William Brown St and 8:35am Hamilton Square. Cost: £8
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Please note this is a LINEAR walk; we will be starting and finishing at different points. Therefore anyone planning to attend by car MUST contact the booking secretary and walk leader, so that arrangements can be made to transport any car drivers back to the starting point. In the event that this is not possible, the walk will be limited to those booking a place on the minibus.
Saturday, 10th July 2010
WALK 103: KENTMERE HORSESHOE: LAKE DISTRICT
Walk Starting Point: Kentmere
Walk Start Time: 10:15am Leader: Clive Shaw
Walk Length: 12.5 miles Graded: Strenuous - Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: NY456041 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: LA8 9JL
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 54:25:46N (54.42942) Latitude: 2:50:25W (-2.84014) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : Long high Classic horseshoe of beautiful Kentmere valley. Steady tracks and good safe ridges, includes Mardale Ill Bell, Harter Fell,Ill Bell and Yoke.Best with early start on summer day
Minibus pick up: 7:45am Hamilton Square, 8:00am William Brown St and 8:20am Old Roan. Cost: £11
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Wednesday, 21st July 2010
WALK 105: STROLL ALONG THE PROM: MERSEYSIDE
Walk Starting Point: Aigburth Train Station
Walk Start Time: 18:30 Leader: Anna Foster
Walk Length: 4 miles Graded: Easy- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: Start Pt Nearest Postcode: L17 6AG
Instructions for Drivers:
Longitude: Latitude:
Walk Description : A stroll along the prom (linear walk don't bring your car) 4 miles finishing for a pint in the Baltic fleet.
No Minibus for this Walk
Meet at outside Aigburth Station at 6.30 pm. Last train to catch from Liverpool Central before the walk starts is the 18:14. Train fare single - £2. The walk will end in Central Liverpool. The route follows the promenade from Aigburth along the river Mersey for most of this walk. This walk is completely flat and mostly on pavement so trainers or comfy shoes would be kinder on the feet than your usual walking boots. [Correct at time of writing:- Check the train time close to the walk date]
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 25th July 2010
WALK 106: HIGH STREET VIA ROUGH CRAG: LAKE DISTRICT
Walk Starting Point: Mardale Car Park, head of Haweswater
Walk Start Time: 10:30am Leader: Kate Skinner
Walk Length: 6.65 miles Graded: Strenuous- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: NY469107 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: CA10 2RP
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 54:29:21N (54.48919) Latitude: 2:49:14W (-2.82051) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : A very pretty walk to the highest point in the far Eastern Fells with fantastic views to the Pennines and Central Fells. Steeped in history and with the possibility of some bird watching for the Golden Eagle which lives in this area! The route ascends from the head of Haweswater via a scrambly path up Rough Crag and Long Stile (it's not difficult but hands are needed in a few places) to the Cairn at 828m (Racecourse Hill). From here the walk follows the old Roman Road, going North, until bearing NE towards Kidsty Pike. (There is the option to take in the Knott at 739m if time allows). From Kidsty Pike the walk follows a clear path back down to the lake where a path back to the car park is followed. Please note the car park is quite small and there are no toilets (so we will make sure we stop on the motorway before turning off!)
Minibus pick up: 8:00am Hamilton Square, 8:15am William Brown St and 8:35am Old Roan. Cost: £12
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 1st August 2010
WALK 107: AROUND MALHAM: NORTH YORKSHIRE
Walk Starting Point: National Park Car Park in Malham Village
Walk Start Time: 10:45am Leader: Helen Breen
Walk Length: 7 miles Graded: Moderate- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SD900627 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: BD23 4DA
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 54:03:37N (54.06016) Latitude: 2:09:15W (-2.15427) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : A moderate walk through spectacular limestone scenery, taking in Janet's Foss and Goredale Scar before a steady climb to Malham Tarn then down to the top of Malham Tarn before returning to the village.
Minibus pick up: 8:30am Hamilton Square, 8:45am William Brown St and 9:0022:06 23/12/2009am Old Roan. Cost: £10
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 8th August 2010
WALK 108: SNOWDON. RHYD DDU AND RANGER PATHS: NORTH WALES
Walk Starting Point: Rhyd Ddu Car Park
Walk Start Time: 10:30am Leader: Dave Calland
Walk Length: 10 miles Graded: Strenuous- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SH571525 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: LL54 6TN
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:03:04N (53.0511) Latitude: 4:08:00W (-4.13339) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : This is a relatively straightforward mountain walk with a broad but quite exposed ridge approaching the summit. The walk climbs an easy course across the mouth of Cwm Caregog then circles the impressive cliffs of Cwm Clogwyn. Descending the Snowdon Ranger Path with was originally used as a pony track. The weblink gives an indication of the route to be followed.
Minibus pick up: 8:30am William Brown St and 8:45am Hamilton Square. Cost: £10
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Saturday, 14th August 2010
(CANCELLED) WALK 109: RINGING ROGER & EDALE CROSS FROM EDALE: DERBYSHIRE (CANCELLED)
Walk Starting Point: Edale Train Station
Walk Start Time: 10:30am Leader: Jo Bremner
Walk Length: 10 miles Graded: Moderate- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SK124853 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: SK23 0QT
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:21:52N (53.36444) Latitude: 1:48:54W (-1.81512) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : This Peak District walk starts from Edale village and climbs onto Kinder Scout via Ringing Roger. The route provides rough moorland walking on relatively quiet paths and includes Upper Grindsbrook, Crowden Brook and Edale Cross before descending Jacob's Ladder on the return to Edale.
No Minibus for this Walk
Use of Train from Liverpool Lime Street to Edale Railway Station
Departing from Liverpool Lime Street on the 08:22am train (last train that will get you there on time) -one change required at Manchester Piccadilly Station-. Return Charge of £17.00 for the train [Correct at time of writing:- Check the train time close to the walk date]
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 22nd August 2010
WALK 110: THE OLD MAN OF CONISTON : LAKE DISTRICT
Walk Starting Point: Coniston Tourist Information Centre
Walk Start Time: 10:30am Leader: Grant Gibson
Walk Length: 8 miles Graded: Strenuous - Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SD304975 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: LA21 8EH
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 54:22:07N (54.36873) Latitude: 3:04:24W (-3.07341) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : Wainwright described the Old Man of Coniston as 'a Benevolent Giant' overlooking the pretty village of Coniston, and the nearby Coniston water. Starting in the village of Coniston, this walk leads us through old mine workings and Levers water, before ascending via a (very) easy scrambly walk to Swirl How, the highest point of the Coniston Fells. From here we then walk along a gentle ridge to the Old Man itself, where on a clear day Morecambe bay, Blackpool Tower, can possibly even Snowdonia can be seen. We then return to Coniston via the Tarn of Low Water. Although graded strenuous, the terrain is not particularly steep or difficult, and is suitable for anyone who can manage any of our strenuous walks. In the event of poor weather, an easy graded walk from Coniston to Tarn Hows will take place instead.
Minibus pick up: 7:45am Hamilton Square, 8:00am William Brown St and 8:20am Old Roan. Cost: £11
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Wednesday, 25th August 2010
WALK 111: PARKGATE & THE RISE AND FALL OF THE DEE ESTUARY PORTS: WIRRAL
Walk Starting Point: Neston Railway Station
Walk Start Time: 18:00 Leader: Cameron Ward
Walk Length: 4.5 miles Graded: Leisurely- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SJ292777 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: CH64 9SR
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:17:29N (53.29149) Latitude: 3:03:49W (-3.06364) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : This Walk has been chosen from the book “Walks into History – Cheshire”. The walk attempts to highlight the history of ports in the River Dee which actually started in Chester (in Roman times) but proceeded further and further down river as the river silted up. Eventually the last Wirral side port was at Parkgate. A good summer evening walk.
No Minibus for this Walk
Use of Train from Liverpool Central Station to Neston Railway Station
Departing from Liverpool Central Station on the 17:25 train (last train that will get you there on time). Return Charge of £4.05 for the train [Correct at time of writing:- Check the train time close to the walk date]
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 29th August 2010
WALK 112:ABER FALLS, FOEL-FRAS & DRUM FROM ABERGWYNGREGYN: NORTH WALES
Walk Starting Point: Forestry Commission car park Abergwyngregyn
Walk Start Time: 10:45am Leader: Steven King
Walk Length: 9 miles Graded: Strenuous- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SH665719 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: LL33 0LP
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:13:42N (53.2282) Latitude: 4:00:16W (-4.00443) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : A short leisurely walk up to the scenic Aber Falls then up and over the top of the falls following the stream upward. Strenuous section up towards Llwytmor, Foel-Fras and then a scenic walk over to Drum, down to Foel Ganol and finally back to the car park to rest those weary legs. This classic horseshoe walk is part of the Carnnedau Range with fantastic views of Snowdonia and Anglessey. The Car Park is a little off the Road in the small village of Abergwyngregyn. The OS Map Reference is the actual car park we'll be meeting over the small bridge and to the right. Toilet facilities at this car park and parking is £2.
Minibus pick up: 8:45am William Brown St and 9:00am Hamilton Square. Cost: £9
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 12th September 2010
WALK 113: GIGGLESWICK SCAR AND STAINFORTH FORCE : NORTH YORKSHIRE
Walk Starting Point: Settle Church Street Car Park
Walk Start Time: 11:00am Leader: Helen Breen
Walk Length: 8.25 miles Graded: Moderate - Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SD819638 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: BD24 9JD
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 54:04:11N (54.06982) Latitude: 2:16:41W (-2.27808) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : From the busy market town of Settle, the walk first climbs onto Giggleswick Scar before cutting across wild and open limestone moorland to the isolated hamlet of Feizor. The return leg explores yet more wide-open spaces before dropping to Little Stainforth and the banks of the River Ribble. Stainforth Force provides a spectacular white-water moment before the river relaxes and is followed all the way back to Settle.
Minibus pick up: 8:30am Hamilton Square, 8:45am William Brown St and 9:00am Old Roan. Cost: £10
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 19th September 2010
WALK 114: FRESHFIELD TO SOUTHPORT COASTAL WALK: MERSEYSIDE
Walk Starting Point: Freshfield Train Station
Walk Start Time: 10:30am Leader: Steven King
Walk Length: 10 miles Graded: Moderate- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SD291082 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: L37 1YF
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:33:56N (53.5656) Latitude: 3:04:19W (-3.07205) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : 10 mile walk starting from Freshfield Train Station. The route takes us through the Red Squirrel Nature Reserve, over sand dunes, through forests and along the beach to a well earned drink at one of the many pubs in Southport.
No Minibus for this Walk
Use of the Southport Train from Liverpool Central Station (Northern Line) to Freshfield Station
Departing from Liverpool Central on the 9:23 train (9:53 is the last train that will get you there on time). Return Charge of £4.40 for the train [Correct at time of writing:- Check the train time close to the walk date]. As this is a linear walk, people travelling by car will be required to travel back to Freshfield. For people travelling by train, a return ticket to Southport will cover the whole journey.
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 10th October 2010
WALK 115: LITTLE MORTON HALL & THE RISE OF THE TUDOR GENTRY: CHESHIRE
Walk Starting Point: Astbury Mere Country Park Carpark
Walk Start Time: 10:30am Leader: Cameron Ward
Walk Length: 8.5 miles Graded: Moderate - Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SJ846627 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: CW12 4FD
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:09:40N (53.16118) Latitude: 2:13:54W (-2.23177) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : This is flat walk and is classified as Moderate due to the length of the walk. This walk has been taken from a book called “Walks into History Cheshire”, hence the title of the walk. The walk passes Morton Hall (obviously), a "picture of the Tudor Manor". It also passes along the Macclesfield Canal and passes near other items of minor historical note. This is flat walk and is classified as Moderate only due to the length of the walk.
Minibus pick up: 8:45am Hamilton Square, and 9:00am William Brown St. Cost: To be confirmed
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 24th October 2010
WALK 116: THE SANDSTONE TRAIL SECTION 2 WILLINGTON TO BICKERTON: CHESHIRE
Walk Starting Point: Willington Hall Hotel
Walk Start Time: 10:00am Leader: Paul Edge
Walk Length: 11.25 miles Graded: Moderate - Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SJ534661 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: CW6 0NB
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:11:25N (53.1903) Latitude: 2:41:48W (-2.69671) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : This is the second and best section of the Sandstone trail in Cheshire. The walk begins by the rolling hills of Cheshire farmland to the Shropshire Union canal. Here there is the first of 3 pubs and a possible lunch spot near the canal. The walk then passes Beeston Castle and climbs up the sandstone ridge that overlooks the Cheshire plain. Passing numerous view spots the Pheasant Inn Pub and Peckforton Castle. The route then strikes north towards the view point of Rawhead farm and down onto the A534. Here we can finish the walk and one of Two pubs the Bickerton Poacher or The Coppermine. This is an extremely interesting walk in terms of wildlife, history and some excellent views.
Minibus pick up: 9:00am Hamilton Square, and 9:15am William Brown St. Cost: To be confirmed
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Please note this is a LINEAR walk; we will be starting and finishing at different points. Therefore anyone planning to attend by car MUST contact the booking secretary and walk leader, so that arrangements can be made to transport any car drivers back to the starting point. In the event that this is not possible, the walk will be limited to those booking a place on the minibus.
Saturday, 13th November 2010
WALK 117: CHESTER & THE RIVER DEE: CHESHIRE
Walk Starting Point: Outside Chester Railway Station
Walk Start Time: 10:30am Leader: Sally Partington
Walk Length: 6 miles Graded: Easy- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SJ413670 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: CH1 3PA
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:11:49N (53.19688) Latitude: 2:52:48W (-2.88013) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : This flat and easy walk to the South of Chester falls into two distinct halves. The first is through attractive woodland and across meadows bordering the River Dee. The second uses short stretches of Chester's medieval walls and passes some of the city's historic sites with a chance to have a drink in one the city's timbered pubs on our return!
No Minibus for this Walk
Use of Train from Liverpool Central Station to Chester Railway Station
Departing from Liverpool Lime Street on the 9:45 train (last train that will get you there on time). Return Charge of £4.40 for the train [Correct at time of writing:- Check the train time close to the walk date]
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Sunday, 28th November 2010
WALK 118: ABER CIRCUIT: NORTH WALES
Walk Starting Point: Forestry Commission car park Abergwyngregyn
Walk Start Time: 10:45am Leader: Steven King
Walk Length: 4.75 miles Graded: Leisurely- Click here for grading info
Start Pt OS Map Ref: SH663720 Start Pt Nearest Postcode: LL33 0LP
Instructions for Drivers: Driving route Liverpool to Start Point
Longitude: 53:13:42N (53.2282) Latitude: 4:00:16W (-4.00443) [for finding the Startpoint on Sat Nav's]
Walk Description : A straightforward ramble around Aber Falls and returning to Aber via the North Wales Path, high above the valley side. It follows an easy gradient, except for the steep descent at the walk's end which requires care. The Car Park is a little off the Road. The link for the starting point (and the Latitude & Longitude) take you to the car parks driveway.
Minibus pick up: 8:45am William Brown St and 9:00am Hamilton Square. Cost: To be confirmed
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.