This is one of the great classic walks of North Wales with stunning views of Vale of Llangollen and the Berwyn Mountains, plus plenty of scenic variety and considerable historic interest. Initially there is a steep climb to the scanty remains of Castell Dinas Bran, a superb viewpoint above Llangollen, followed by a rather easier descent and a lovely walk below the limestone cliffs of Vale Crucis Abbey. The route continues over Velvet Hill to the Horseshow Falls on the River Dee, and the final stretch is a relaxing stroll through the valley along the towpath of the Shropshire Union Canal.
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Minibus Pickup:
09:00 William Brown St
09:15 Hamilton Square
Cost: £10
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This route makes use of a disused railway track on the outward leg and the towpath of the Bridgewater Canal on the final stretch. In between the walk passes through part of the park surrounding the great house Dunham Massey. There are also wide views across the pleasant countryside of the Bollin valley. There are a number of pubs on the route for toilets.
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Minibus Pickup:
09:30 Hamilton Square
09:45 William Brown St
Cost: £11
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Llyn Brenig is situated amidst forests and rolling moorlands of Myndd Hiraethog.This clear way marked route of the reservoir uses a mix of lakeside tracks and forest roads. There is a rather boggy and muddy path at the half way point. It is a relatively flat walk but is quite long and can feel really long if the weather is poor! Please bring plenty of warm layers, waterproof clothing and food in case the weather is bad as not all sections of the walk are in forests so can be quite windswept and exposed.
There is a cafe and toilets at the start/end but there are none on the route itself.
Cafe opens 8am - 3pm (food served until 2.30pm). Does take Credit Cards but £10 minimum spend so bring cash if you want to buy something.
Car parking £1.50 (gates are locked at 4pm)
Additional Information
Minibus Pickup:
08:30 William Brown St
08:45 Hamilton Square
Cost: £11
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Ascent – 424 metres
As you head west on the M65 and approach Junction 3 you are confronted by what appears to be a small mountain with a rocket on the top. This is, in fact, Jubilee Tower, and its apparent height is slightly deceptive. Certainly the climb to the top of Darwen Moor is rather gentler than you might have believed, and of course the views from the Tower are marvellous. The walk is therefore described as easy/moderate with 9 miles of mixed woodland, reservoirs, moorland, deciduous woods, and lush meadows. The paths are all very straightforward in terms of surface and ease of navigation, but there is some climbing to be done. Much of the early and closing sections of the walk are along the Witton Weavers’ Way with very little on-road walking.
Additional Information
Minibus Pickup:
08:45 Hamilton Square
09:00 William Brown St
09:15 Old Roan
Cost: £10
Please note this walk was changed from the 26th to the 19th Feb.
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
The route is mainly through woodland, beside reservoirs and across open moorland with superb and extensive views. Soon after the start, the walk passes White Coppice, where the cricket ground has long been considered the most picturesque in Lancashire. Towards the end, the route passes through Lead Mines Clough, an important part of Lancashire’s industrial heritage. This is a long walk, but not unduly difficult, though it has considerable potential for wet and muddy conditions.
Additional Information
Minibus Pickup:
08:45 Hamilton Square
09:00 William Brown St
09:15 Old Roan
Cost: £11
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
A walk along a section of the Roman Rd Known as Sarn Helen, inot the hidden valley of Cwm Penamnen, with a link over one of the enclosing hills to the Castlell Dolywyddelan, originally a fortress of the Welsh Princes. Paths are generally good with one steep sectionin the climeb out of Cwm Penamnen.
Additional Information
Minibus Pickup:
08:45 William Brown St
09:00 Hamilton Square
Cost: £11
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
This walk is delightful throughout. The hard work is soon accomplished on the walk onto the fells as soon as Settle is left behind and then after gasping for breath the rest of the day is a joy to behold. There are treats galore in store for lovers of natural beauty with Catrigg Force waterfall being the first jewel to appreciate on this treasure trove outing. After Catrigg Force there are many opportunities to visit caves including Jubilee Cave, Victoria Cave and Attermire Cave. Then to cap off the walk there is a final delight in store at Scalebor Force waterfall before walking back to Settle via Sugar Loaf Hill.
One word of advice. Don't forget to take your camera on this walk. You'll certainly regret leaving it behind!
This is a varied walk from West Kirby taking in the Wirral Way, Ashton Park, spectacular views from Caldy Hill and the path around West Kirby Marine Lake
Additional Information
Train Starting Station: Taking the train from Liverpool Lime Street to West Kirby Station
Last Train to depart Central & arrive on time 9:55 (at time of writing)
Cost: £4.60
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This walk is south of the Carnedd Range and has stunning views of the rugged unspoilt culture with a mix of terrain – forest, rocky paths and lakeside a cracking walk even in bad weather! Though potentially quite muddy to.
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Minibus Pickup:
08:30 William Brown St
08:45 Hamilton Square
Cost: £11
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
From the attractive village of Clapham, the walk begins by following one of the many walled lanes in this area before making a detour to visit the geological phenomenon known as the Norber Erratics. With superb views all around, the route continues into the remote Crummack Dale, a sweet, green retreat, before heading along more walled lanes to the village of Austwick and returning across fields to Clapham. The walk traverses some of the fine limestone scenery. Toilets at start/end.
Additional Information
Minibus Pickup:
08:45 Hamilton Square
09:00 William Brown St
09:15 Old Roan
Cost: £TBC
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
The seafront at Blackpool offers excellent walking and a wide range of things to keep your interest. Further north the once busy fishing port of Fleetwood is in complete contrast to its glitzy neighbour. At the end of the walk we will catch the tram back to Blackpool.
Additional Information
Minibus Pickup:
08:45 Hamilton Square
09:00 William Brown St
09:15 Old Roan
Cost: £TBC
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Linear walk through woods, along the beach & the Anthony Gormley Statues.
End Point will be in Southport.
Additional Information
Train Starting Station: Liverpool Central Station
Last Train to depart Central & arrive on time is at Waterloo 09:08 (at time of writing)
The cost given is for a return ticket to Southport to facilitate the return journey.
Cost: £6
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This is an exhilarating walk to a superb viewpoint. The walk involves field paths, canal tow paths, some lanes, the climb to “The Cloud” is a bit rougher and steeper. The total ascent is 245m and the climb is moderately steep. But the views will be worth it!
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Minibus Pickup:
08:45 Hamilton Square
09:00 William Brown St
Cost: £TBC
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Widely regarded as one of the classic walks in the Lake District the walk starts and finishes ot the famous Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel. It's a high level walk (with an Ascent of 1050m) on clear paths taking in 2 of the most highly regarded Wainwrights of Crinkle Crags and Bowfell. Some hands on scrambling is required on the famous Bad Step on Crinkle Crags but if you want to cheat there is a path around it. On a clear day there are stunning high level views from the majority of this walk.
Additional Information
Minibus Pickup:
08:15 Hamilton Square
08:30 William Brown St
08:45 Old Roan
Cost: £TBC
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
A circular Lake District walk near Ambleside that capture the flavour of this wonderful National Park. Great views to the Langdales, Grasmere and the surrounding fells. The circuit takes in cave and lakeside walks as well as visiting the summit. Approx. 550m of ascent. Free car park 300m north of Elterwater (or pay-and-display National Trust car park).Toilets at the start/end of the walk.
Additional Information
Minibus Pickup:
08:15 Hamilton Square
08:30 William Brown St
08:45 Old Roan
Cost: £TBC
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
This is one of the Northern Pennines classic walks with the goal beingHigh Cup Nick, one of Northern Englands geological wonders. High CupNick is a classic U-shaped glaciated valley high on the western flanksof the North Pennines. A deep chasm on the Pennine fellside resembling ascar that could have been caused by a meteorite this famous place is adramatic geological formation and part of the well-known Whin Sill.Formed by the sturdiness of grey-blue dolerite the crags arespectacular. High Cup Nick is on the Pennine Way and can be reached fromCow Green on the border of Cumbria and County Durham, or as this walkdemonstrates, from Dufton in the Eden Valley.
Enjoy this circular walk from Nantwich which takes us along Cheshire country lanes, public footpaths, bridleways and canal towpaths.
Additional Information
Train Starting Station: Taking the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Nantwich
Last Train to depart Central & arrive on time 10:04 (correct at time of writing)
Cost:
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A leisurely summer evening walk through the woods of the Car Mill Dam area and around the lake back to the pub for a refreshing drink overlooking the lake. The forest is renowned for the amount of wild flowers growing in the summer.
Additional Information
This is a Car Share and self drive transport walk.
NO MINIBUS or TRAIN available.
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Creating a bridge between the Pennines and the fells of Cumbria are the Howgills, which rise immediately to the north of Sedbergh. This walk tackles one of the lower fells, Winder, is easily if a little energetically accessible from Sedbergh. The route completes its circular tour by strolling along the banks of the River Rawthey using parts of the Dales Way. Toilets at start/end.
Additional Information
Minibus Pickup:
08:45 Hamilton Square
09:00 William Brown St
09:15 Old Roan
Cost: £TBC
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
This is an excellent and interesting area. The walk takes in the spectacular Peak District views of the Roaches and the creepy and historically interesting Lud's Church. The deep crack in the ground was once the secret place of worship for the Lollards who in the 14th Century were some of the earliest protestants. It is also said to be the fabled Green Chapel where the Green Knight is said to have held court. Another highlight is the Hanging Stone where Keira Knightly stood looking all wind swepped in Pride and Prejudice. This is an interesting and rewarding walk. There is also a pub on route time permitting.
Additional Information
Minibus Pickup:
08:30 William Brown St
08:45 Hamilton Square
Cost: £TBC
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Old Glossop town to Bleaklow, taking in views of Kinder Scout, part of the Pennine way and perhaps a post WW2 aircraft wreckage. Gaiters are recommended for this walk. Actual walking time will be between 5.5 and 6 hours.
The walk will be followed by food and drink in the Globe Pub which has its own brewery.
A high level mountain walk (with an Ascent of 1180m) in the Carneddau range in Northern Snowdonia taking in 3 of the Welsh 3000's, Pen yr Ole Wen, Carnedd Dafydd and Carnedd LLewellyn. The walk is mainly on rough, rocky paths over high mountains with a few short, steep scrambling sections, but also some easy striding along broad but airy ridges that offer amazing views in all directions and a final descent which should be soft enough to be kind on tired feet.
Additional Information
Minibus Pickup:
08:30 William Brown St
08:45 Hamilton Square
Cost: £8
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
This walk walks the length of the North Wirral coastal path covering views of North Wales, Liverpool Bay, Wirral and the Liverpool waterfront. Starting from West Kirby, the walk goes along the coast to Hoylake, past Red Rocks and Hilbre Island, before continuing the route to New Brighton. Lunch stops at Leasowe lighthouse, with ample refreshments also available at New Brighton. The final stretch of the walk ends at Seacombe ferry terminal for bus / train links.
Alternately in event of good weather: we could go across to Hilbre & end the walk at New Brighton (better for transport links to Liverpool than Seacombe).
Additional Information
Train Starting Station: Liverpool Central Station
Last Train to depart Central & arrive on time is at 09:35
(correct at time of writing)
Cost: £4.70 (All zones Saveaway recommended)
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
Starting by Ladybower reservoir we walk past Derwent dam (as used for practice by the Dambusters) and up onto open moorland across to Back Tor (538m) before dropping back down to the reservoir.
Parking £3.50, toilets at start/finish.
Additional Information
Minibus Pickup:
08:45 William Brown St
09:00 Hamilton Square
Cost: £TBC
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
A very pleasant walk taking in 2 of the more well known peaks of the Clwydian Range, Moel Fammau and Foel Fennli. The walk starts over fields and farm land before ascending Foel Fennli and then onto Moel Fammau, quite a distict mountain which can be seen from several points all over Merseyside. We will then Descend into the village of Cilcain and follow the river through the trees and back to Loggerheads
Additional Information
Minibus Pickup:
09:00 William Brown St
09:15 Hamilton Square
Cost: £TBC
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
A fantastic walk that involves a spectacular scramble to the top of Pavey Ark via Jack's Rake. The Rake is classed as a grade 1 scramble and it does involve regular use of your arms to pull you up to some of the steeper parts of the ascent. There are also some places that are exposed so a head for heights is certainly required. Having said that the scramble is not at all difficult for experienced fell walkers.
A circuit from the pretty village of Downham that takes in Pendle Hill. On a clear day there are extensive views over the Ribble Valley to the Yorkshire Dales and the Southern Lake District, across Burnley to the Southern Pennines and across Clitheroe to the Trough of Bowland.
Additional Information
Minibus Pickup:
08:45 Hamilton Square
09:00 William Brown St
09:15 Old Roan
Cost: £TBC
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
This walk on Birkrigg common is low-lying with rolling limestone countryside with costal margins, woodlands, open common and enclosed pastures, strewn with ancient remains. The total ascent is 176m and some of the ascents are moderately steep.
Additional Information
Minibus Pickup:
08:00 Hamilton Square
08:15 William Brown St
08:40 Old Roan
Cost: £TBC
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
This undemanding walk explores the countryside of Southwest Cheshire to the south and east of Malpas. There are fine views looking across the hills of North Wales and there is also a nice little pub half way along the walk.
This is an excellent and comparatively easy walk that I first went on when I was at school. The route follows the Afon Glasyn river from Bedgelert up to the edge of Lyn Dinas. Here the route swings to the right in a 300m climb to a pass. The walk then drops down into a valley passing the ruins of mines to the base of the valley. Here there used to be a cool tunnel that has now been closed. The route now follows the river back to Beddgelert and the pub.
This is a short and fun walk. I am reluctant to put it as an easy due to the climb at the beginng and the final section that involves climbing over boulders to get to the other end of the tunnel.
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Minibus Pickup:
08:45 William Brown St
09:00 Hamilton Square
Cost: £TBC
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Apparently Penycloddiau means ‘Hill of the Dykes’ and has a large iron age fort at its summit. This is an ideal walk for a clear day in late summer or autumn when the reward is some lovely views.
[I’ve included some photos from the book I’ve taken the route from. If this wasn’t really long enough, we could extend it to include Moel Arthur – there seems to be a number of routes covering this]
Additional Information
Minibus Pickup:
09:00 William Brown St
09:15 Hamilton Square
Cost: £TBC
For further information regarding this walk please contact our Booking Secretary.
