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After some delay, due to yours truly trying to
get my head round the telephone
parking at Grindleford station, 9 of us
set off up Padley Gorge under overcast
skies. After crossing the road at Burbage
Bridge we had our coffee break up at Carl
Mark fort. With the weather now improving
we got some excellent views from the top
of Higger Tor. Our decent to Hathersage Church
took us past the rebuilt house underneath
Callow Bank that is still not finished despite
the work being ongoing for at least 4 years.
We had lunch in the graveyard of the Church
with adequate bench seating for all.
The return journey took us through Hathersage
and then along the River Derwent before the
uphill section to the track past the old church
and Abbey ruins. We then had ‘afternoon tea’
at the station cafe where chips and cake was
consumed. Thanks to all who came and for
your enjoyable company.
Pete
Walk Report
8 of us left Curbar Gap heading west along
Curbar Edge in quite a cold wind giving us
an Autumnal feel to the day. At least the
ground was hard and sandy making easy
going underfoot. Overcast skies threatened
rain but luckily only amounted to the odd
drop as we sat for coffee break close to
Froggatt bridge. See photo below.
A pleasant walk along the river Derwent
was interrupted by a very low flying Apache
helicopter complete with full armament.
Hopefully just out on a training flight!
Our route along the river ended at the rear
of Baslow church where we took advantage
of the bench seating to have lunch. See pic.
After crossing the main road from the church
it was then up the long steep hill to the path
underneath Baslow Edge. Cows with calves
across the path were negotiated with care
especially after hearing the tale from one
of our number whose friend had been trampled
by cows not long ago.
On reaching the cars we decided to round of
our walk with “tea & stickys” courtesy of the
Penny Pot cafe in Calver. See also pic below.
Apart from experiencing the cuisine we did
watch the forecast rain belt down which was
a bonus to have missed on our walk.
Thanks to all who came and for your company.
Pete
Please note the starting point will now
be from the parking at the bottom of the
track from Edale Youth Hostel
GR:- 142 861 The start time is unchanged
at 8.30am.
The change is because the car park
adjacent Edale Station will be full due
to a race.
Pete & GordonFor those of you planning to attend
the Navigation day can you please
bring the following:-
1) Pen
2) Compass
3) OL1 Dark Peak Map 1/25,000
4) Packed lunch
Start time is 8.30am from the main
Edale car park adjacent the station.
We aim to finish at approx 4.30pm.
To confirm you’re coming can you
kindly WhatsApp me on 07468 697805
(Pete)
Many thanks and look forward to seeing
you on the 17th.
Pete & GordonHi all,
So far we have only one person wishing to
do the course so obviously we have plenty
of space for more members to participate.
We can also run, in conjunction with the
basic course, an improvers course for anybody
that’s been on one of the previous courses or
would like to “fine tune” their own navigational
skills.
It would be good to hear from anyone a.s.a.p. who
wishes to apply for either course so Gordon and
myself can get on with the planning detail.
Please respond by either text or WhatsApp on
07468 697805.
Thanks
Pete & GordonWalk Report
Great company plus tea and cake afterwards was definitely the highlight of this particular walk!
8 of us started off under overcast skies across
fields to Stubbing Pond but the weather soon turned drizzly as we headed towards the huge Chicken Farm complex below Stone Edge Farm.
Having missed our intended route uphill to Stone Edge we laboured up over very muddy ground on an alternative footpath to another farm where coffee was taken utilising a moss covered wall as a table.
At the top of the next uphill section, to the Chesterfield/Matlock road, a decision was taken not to proceed to Holymoorside due to the worsening rain.
Before making the return back via Wingerworth Nature Reserve and Stubbing Pond we took a small diversion to have lunch in the ‘rock spoil’ area of the old
Stone Edge Quarry (see picture below)
The journey back was a lot less muddy but the
continuing rain precluded afternoon tea in the garden.
Thanks to all who came and for your very yummy cakes!
Pete
Hi all,
I’ll take over Vanda’s walk on Thursday. Meet at our house 15 Pear Tree Avenue, Wingerworth S42 6QB
GR:- 375674.
We’ll walk to Holymoorside – approx distance 7 miles.
Afternoon tea will be provided after the walk.
Bring cake, sticky’s etc to share.
See you Thursday.
PeteWalk Report
This walk had it all. Nice sunshine, outstanding views,
fabulous company and a super cafe for tea and sticky’s
to finish.
Route taken: Up via Upper Booth, Jacob’s Ladder,
then past Edale rocks to Kinder Low. Back via Brown Knoll & Chapel Gate.
7.65 miles recorded by Strava.
Many thanks to the 7 members that joined me.
Pete4th April Walk Report
9 of us set off in the mist along Burbage Edge encountering muddy and slippery conditions underfoot.
The next section along Houndkirk road seemed like a “motorway” in comparison and would prove to be
the only decent surface travelled along the entire walk.
We stopped for coffee at the bridge above Sparkinson Spring then lunch, after more soggy ground, at Rud Hill.
See photos on the Walking WhatsApp group.
The descent to Redmires went completely off Martin’s Mudness Scale – I can’t remember a wetter start to Spring
but then I’ve only lived in the “Peak” since 2015.
On reaching the road at the edge of the reservoirs one of our number departed for an alternative way home
whilst the rest of us ascended the track up to Stanage Pole on more solid ground. The hard ground was short lived as we literally waded across to Stanage Edge through another bog.
From the Edge it was onwards and upwards to the trig point then a descent back to the cars at Burbage North.
Distanced travelled a little over 8 miles.
Despite the conditions an enjoyable walk with good company. Thanks for coming guys.
Pete
Walk Report
11 of us including 1 new member, plus Chester the Cockapoo, set off under broken cloud cover
across Totley Moor to the trig point at 395m. Conditions underfoot were exceedingly wet, boggy and
muddy, probably the wettest I can remember on a Thursday walk. No real surprise after the recent heavy rain
and the fact this winter so far has been one of the wettest on record.
After a coffee break at Barbrook Bridge we set off uphill to Lady’s Cross, a medieval boundary and cross road
marker which dates back to 1263. A pity that all that remains of it now is the plinth and a small section of the
stone post. From here we continued uphill to the start of the White Edge ridge before descending past White Edge Lodge to cross the A625 through and opposite the white gates.
Shortly after, on our route towards Oak’s Wood, we stopped for lunch. With a reasonably clear sky good views
were experienced across to the Edale skyline with Surprise View in the foreground. We also spotted a herd of deer
enjoying their solitude some distance away.
Just after crossing into the wood 2 of our number departed to take a more direct route back whilst the rest of us
descended steeply to cross the B6521 and enter Padley Gorge on the east side. As the river was in spate we were
treated to some spectacular cascades.
At the top of the Gorge we crossed into the Longshaw Estate, past the small lake and for some of us a tea stop at
the Longshaw Lodge Caffe. Here we parted company some taking the short path to the National Trust parking, others back to the Fox House.
Luckily the weather held fair for us albeit the ground conditions were somewhat poor.
Thanks to each who came and for your company.
Pete.
Pets’s pics:
Walk Report
With some trepidation bearing in mind the very windy forecast, we drove to the roadside parking adjacent the Fox House, to discover many more cars parked than anticipated. Arriving at the bus shelter where all had gathered, I must admit “I was blown away” pardon the pun, by the fact that 25 people had congregated to support the walk.
At 11am Gordon then lead the party off via the south side of Burbage bridge towards the stone shelter designated for an early coffee break. I eventually caught up having waited for some late arrivals who did join us at the shelter swelling our numbers to 27 plus one cockapoo.
Having taken the traditional shot of Ginger Frog, we gave a rousing rendition of Deck the Halls.
From the shelter we proceeded towards Longshaw Lodge and then the track south towards The Grouse thankful that the severe wind forecast was milder than expected.
At the pub we were joined by other members increasing our numbers to 36. As usual the kitchen staff excelled with a large variety of dishes.
Following the meal Rosy provided some facts relating to the year’s walks, the most notable of which was the fact that we had only missed one Thursday back in March due to heavy snowfall. Then Dave C read out three excellent poems relevant to mountain walking – a reading being a delightful tradition instigated by the late Sean Jennings.
After wishing each other Merry Christmas individuals made their own way back through the Longshaw Estate to the Fox House walking into a strong wind and at times horizontal rain.
Some thank yous are due – to Rosy for organising the walks throughout the year, Gordon for helping with the leading, to Dave C, and to the staff of the Grouse for hosting our lunch. Lastly and by no means least to all those who came braving the elements and creating another memorable Christmas lunch walk.
Thanks again and a very Happy Christmas and an adventurous New Year to all.
Pete and Jane
Mike’s pic
Hazel’s pics:
High winds are forecast for Thursday (The Met Office gives a Yellow Warning of Windy Conditions)
As our proposed route over Totley Moor and White Edge is quite exposed I have done a recce/risk assessment
on a more sheltered route today. There is still an element of risk due to some tree branches breaking off plus walking conditions could be or will be difficult against the wind.
The route noted below probably has less than 10% tree cover and does have the plus point of a sheltered stone building for an early coffee break. Underfoot most of the paths are more “track like” especially after exiting the top of Padley Gorge.
So for those of you that wish to brave the elements the route is:-
Fox House roadside parking, Footbridge below Burbage Bridge, Stone Hut adjacent B6521 GR: 2585 799,
Longshaw Lodge, Southerly track to junction with A625, Short road section to the Grouse. Return via Longshaw Estate
and Lodge.
We will now leave together at 11am and convene at the Stone Hut for coffee. We can then set off for the Grouse via the Lodge at whatever pace you want.
As the walk is shorter than originally planned at approx 3 miles, leaving at 11am should mean we reach the Grouse by 12.30.
I have accordingly advised the pub we will be there earlier so hopefully they’ll be serving food shortly after we arrive.
For those not walking and just lunching I suggest you also arrive for 12.30.
When ordering drinks can you please pay for your food and give your first name so the staff knows whose paid for what meal.
PLEASE ALSO NOTE – the National Trust car park at Longshaw may be closed due to high winds. If so I’ll communicate again after I’ve spoken to the Rangers tomorrow afternoon.
See you all Thursday.
PeteHi again,
In view of the large number of people walking from the Fox House to the Grouse over Totley Moor
next Thursday, it seems sensible to not go as one huge group so we don’t all arrive at the Grouse at the same time.
So we’ll split into 3 groups viz “Slow” “Medium” and “Fast”
I’m hopeful we can all take coffee etc. together at Barbrook Bridge, at approx. 12 midday, after which the groups will naturally space out.
Timings thus from the Roadside Parking adjacent to the Fox House:-
Carol singing at 10.40
Slow Group leaves at 10.45
Medium Group leaves at 11.00
Fast Group leaves at 11.10
Don’t forget your Christmas hats etc.!
PeteHi All,
For those of you lunching at the Grouse next Thursday 21st. If you are not intending to do
the walk from the Fox House to the Grouse over Totley Moor etc. can you kindly let me know by text on 07468 697805 or email me on pham601051@aol.com.
Many thanks.
PeteA reminder for those of you intending to do the Christmas walk and haven’t given me your lunch order yet.
Can you please let me have your choice by “close of play” next Tuesday 12th December.
To respond either email me on pham601051@aol.com or WhatsApp me on 07468 697805.
Pete
