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11 adventurous CMC members plus Poppy, our regular canine member, gathered at the Hammond residence
having driven through various flooded roads and traffic diversions to get there.
Due to the rain still hammering down the leader decided to ply his guests with tea and coffee in an attempt
to delay the inevitable very wet start and reduce the walk length.
We did leave at 11.30 proceeding round the swollen village pond before heading down a waterlogged field to
cross the usually benign Tricket Brook. Because of the heavy rain this had become a raging torrent. After wading through a deep puddle, just after the Brook bridge, we set off towards Stubbing Pond (actually a reasonably sized lake) across more squelchy fields. Somewhat soaked cattle, sheltering at the field entrance, didn’t take too kindly to being moved out of the way……..that old song came to mind “mad dogs and Englishmen go out in the midday rain”
Coffee break, originally designated to be taken at the Pond, was passed over due to the recent caffeine intake so
onwards and upwards through some pleasant woods to emerge out on Swathwick Lane.
After several styles and gates in fields, all adjacent to the Lane, we then crossed back over to descend through the
stable fields to Walton Woods. Only 3 of the large number of horses usually seen were evident – hopefully the rest
were tucked up somewhere in the warm. The only other site of interest was the huge mobile phone mast constructed
to look like a Scots Pine tree but failing miserably.
Relentless rain continued to fall creating streams never before seen in these woods. Luckily all were crossed
without mishap before we arrived at a small clearing where a circle of logs placed round a fire pit provided seats
for our lunchbreak. Dodgy river and rickety bridge crossings were then undertaken plus an extremely muddy path section probably rated 10/11 on the CMC mud scale. Our expert Mudman Martin was sensibly missing so unable to
concur.
Once over Langer Lane we then dodged more flood water to ascend Nether Speighthill Wood eventually coming
out on Longedge Lane and so back to number 15 where we were joined by 3 other CMC members.
Much tea, coffee, toasted teacakes and other yummies were consumed whilst we warmed by the roaring fire.
The anniversary cake, kindly made by Rosie, was then cut. A picture of the cake will be placed on the website which depicts a very fitting RIP note to our much loved and sadly missed Thursday walk and club stalwart, Sean.
My thanks to all who came, for your good humoured company in appalling conditions on probably the wettest
Thursday walk ever.
PeteHi All,
Please note Sunday’s walk will now start from Taddington, GR:-1385 7120. Park near the School. Also note we will start at 10am. The reason for the start move is the car park at Topley Pike is expensive.
See you there.
PeteSunday 5th May walk will go ahead as we have some takers. Meet at Topley Pike car park on the A6
GR:- 1035 7245.
The route goes via Deep Dale, Horseshoe Dale, Chelmorton, Taddington, Millers Dale, Chee Dale and Wye Dale.
Total ascent 820 feet – Distance 9 Miles.
Look forward to seeing those who can make it at the car park.
Pete & JaneHi All,
Just a reminder for those intending to do this walk who haven’t let me have their food order yet.
Can you please advise your requirement before the 13th December. The menu is under this heading on the message board.
Text details to 07468 697805.
Many thanks.
PeteHi All,
Just to clarify the Awesome Walls £6 offer – if you arrive prior to 2pm you can climb all day
for £6 with a free drink in addition. This only applies Monday to Friday.
PeteHi All,
Note the Grouse pub has just advised the Christmas Turkey lunch will cost £11.
I await your orders!
PeteHi all,
As the weather forecast doesn’t look too good for tomorrow, with high winds forecast, I might change
the route to a lower level aspect. I suggest we assess the wind on arrival at Barber Booth and then plan
accordingly.
The lower level alternative could involve a pub stop!
See those of you planning to come in the morning.
PeteHi All,
We still have places available for Sunday’s Intro session starting at 9am from Stanage Popular
car park GR246828.
Good chance for those rusty on rigging belays to brush up on techniques.
If you would like to join us please text 07468 697805
Pete and GeoffHi John,
Thanks for weather update etc. Hope you make it across to Corrour. Have now arranged to ski
with friends at Glenshee on Friday plus possibly Saturday as well.
Look forward to catching up when we’re both back.
PeteStart and Finish point – alteration.
Having just done a recce of Thursday’s walk I consider it prudent to start the walk
from the parking at GR 278739. This is because the road up from Curbar and up
from the A621 are extremely icy. Albeit the weather is due to get a little warmer
with some rain, snow is again forecast from 6pm Wednesday through the night until 6am
with the temperature set at freezing.
However I do intend to assess the road conditions at 8am Thursday morning. If the roads are ok
I’ll immediately get a message on the message board via Lin Warriss.
As a “belt and braces” I suggest you phone me on my mobile 07468 697805 before you
leave home.
Look forward to seeing you all Thursday.
Pete
