Ashfield U3A Walking Group 'A' - Serious (7-9 miles)










CO-ORDINATOR(S): David Porter or Chris Chamberlain (deputy co-ordinator)

TELEPHONE NUMBER(S): David: 01623-620892 or 07546-151152 / Chris: 01773-777071 or 07443-566031

EMAIL ADDRESS(ES): David Porter or Chris Chamberlain

VENUE: Various

MEETING DATE & TIME: Second & fourth Tuesday of the month, from 10:00 at start of walk.

COST OF VENUE, MATERIALS ETC.: None

NUMBER OF MEMBERS: 41

GROUP FULL: YES [but we don't turn any Ashfield U3A member away!]

WAITING LIST: NO

PAGE CODE: Fully Updateable

GROUP STATUS: RUNNING






We offer moderate walks from 7 miles to 9 miles. Please note that walks may have to be changed at short notice due to adverse weather conditions or for other reasons.

Please do not bring dogs or children on the walks, which are over all types of terrain. Walkers should therefore be prepared for stiles and rough ground as well as mud. Remember that weather conditions can deteriorate very quickly, with little or no warning, particularly on high ground, so be prepared. We walk throughout the year, so we suggest the following items, some of which are seasonal:

  • Comfortable waterproof boots suitable for rough terrain
    TRAINERS ARE NOT SUITABLE!
  • Waterproof clothing (e.g. cagoul and overtrousers)
  • Small rucksack
  • Packed lunch plus drinks (extra drinks for very hot days)
  • Light waterproof mat or stout carrier bag (to sit on)
  • Spare bootlace (a map of the area would also be useful)
  • Small, personal first-aid kit, including crepe bandage
  • Spare pullover, woolly hat, gloves
  • Change of footwear (essential for return car journeys)


All Walking Group "A" members are given a more detailed programme with start point details and phone number of walk leaders. Newcomers are requested to contact the Co-ordinator or Deputy Co-ordinator.

Lifts are by arrangement, so may we suggest a voluntary donation of £4.00 by each passenger to the driver.

Should anyone have to leave the walk for whatever reason, then the walk leader must be informed for safety reasons. Please note that all walkers walk at their own risk.

After the walk, why not round off the day by enjoying a relaxing drink with everyone at a local hostelry or coffee shop?




Date Departure Walk Details Leader
       
2023      
11 July 10:00 Calke Abbey Chris C
25 July 10:00 Anston Woods, Shireoaks & Chesterfield Canal Julia
8 August 10:00 Eyam Plague Village Carol G
22 August 10:00 Flask Edge Georganne
12 September 10:00 Cromford Steve E
19 September 10:00 Evening walk – Felley area + meal at Dog and Quayle Chris C
26 September 10:00 Deepdale, Great Shacklow Wood, Monsal Head Alan
10 October 10:00 TBA Nona, Elaine
24 October 10:00 Woodhouse Eaves, Beacon Hill Alan
14 November 10:00 Cuckney Carol G
28 November 10:00 Misk hills/Annual lunch Steve E
12 December 10:00 TBA -
27 December 10:00 Mud Pluggers Chris C
       



Christmas Walk - December 2017 & Bournemouth Winter Holiday - January 2018

  • Photo 1: Top left - Christmas Walk, December 2017
  • Photo 2: Top right - Bournemouth Winter Holiday, January 2018, Studland to Swanage Walk
  • Photo 3: Bottom left - Bournemouth Winter Holiday, January 2018, Studland to Swanage Walk
  • Photo 3: Bottom right - Bournemouth Winter Holiday, January 2018, Studland to Swanage Walk









Walking Groups Aand B - January 2017

  • Photo 1: Long walkers at the Yarborough Monument, Culver Down
  • Photo 2: Short walkers at Bembridge Windmill







Gibson Mill Bridge, Yorkshire - Summer Walk, June 2016








Turkey - September 2015

  • Photo 1: Lin and Ken ready for take-off from Mount Babadag
  • Photo 2: Lin flying above Olu Deniz
  • Photo 3: Group setting off into the mountains







Eastbourne - January 2015

The January 2015 Walking Holiday was at Eastbourne where we enjoyed hiking along the spectacular coastal path including the Seven Sisters, Beachy Head and parts of the South Downs Way. Once again, the weather was exceptional for this time of year.






Long Mynd, Shropshire - Summer Walk, June 2014







Kinder Scout - February, 2014







Annual Holiday to Newquay, Cornwall - January, 2014


Holywell Beach - a 9 mile walk in beautiful winter sunshine Bedruthen Steps - still in sunshine even in January 2014

Above Left: "Holywell Beach - a 9 mile walk in beautiful winter sunshine"    /    Above Right: "Bedruthen Steps - still in sunshine even in January 2014"






Trekking Holiday in Turkey - May, 2013


Blue Lagoon, Olu Deniz, from the Lycian Way Lycian Tomb

Above Left: "Blue Lagoon, Olu Deniz, from the Lycian Way"    /    Above Right: "Lycian Tomb"


Cruising - Fethiye Bay A well-earned 'tea-break' on the Lycian Way

Above Left: "Cruising - Fethiye Bay"    /    Above Right: "A well-earned 'tea-break' on the Lycian Way"






Walking Group A's latest challenge walk around Holme Moss, Yorks - March, 2013






Winter Holiday in Torquay, Devon - January, 2013
Once again 49 members and friends of Walking Group "A" enjoyed another January holiday, this year in Torquay. Both long and short walks were arranged each day. The scenery was spectacular but the going was tough along the coastal path due to the recent heavy rainfall. However, as you can see from the photos, we all had a great time.


Devon 2013 Devon 2013




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