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LLANGOLLEN - 4th January 2026

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  Well what a fabulous day for walking in the mountains!!! Snow, snow and more snow as the day progressed. However the forecast for the white stuff caused massive logistical problems on the day before the walk. Saturday was spent by Stuart sorting out things to avoid the Horseshoe Pass because of the adverse weather conditions. An alternate route to Llangollen via the A483 and A5 was selected as safe and suitable, a route that has been used by the Club before. Howard Fraser and driver Gerry were happy with this option, and so it went ahead. All leaders were asked to submit revised walk plans by 5pm Saturday, which were then sent out to all members who had booked seats. Most members when boarding the coach had managed to read the emails, but those who had not been able to had some hasty decisions to make! It all went really well for everyone, and a great day was had with light and moderately heavy snow at times, along with spells of fantastic sunshine. All in all a wonderful day whi...
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STAVELEY - 21st December 2025

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                                                                                                                                                                      Finally after what seemed like a month of constant rain, the walkers from Southport were granted a pleasant, dry and largely sunny day on the fells. Initially however the weather looked grim as they headed north, with rain once again accompanying them. But gradually small patches of blue sky began appearing ahead, and everyone's spirits began to rise!   A total of 35 walkers set of in six groups from variou...
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GISBURN XMAS WALK - 7th December 2025

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  For the fourth consecutive walk the Southport fell walkers were on the receiving end of some pretty dismal weather, but as it’s almost Christmas, they smiled and carried on!! This was the annual Christmas walk to the area around Clitheroe and Pendle and which would be concluded with a meal at the Calf’s Head in Worston . Almost 40 walkers took to the fells on a variety of routes, with the starting point for all but one being Gisburn . Stu’s group began at Gisburn and setting out at a brisk pace, covered the ground quickly past Dick Varley Plantation and through Bomber Hill Farm , to cross quite boggy fields to Tootles Hill. This is a strange little area, where there is a motorbike scrambling track , but in all the years of walking in this area, there has never been any activity notied. Probably scrambling doesn't take place on Sundays? Passing through Brogden Hall Farm and livery stables, a beautiful black and white cat came up to greet them. Obviously a very important mous...
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SEDBERGH - 23rd November 2025

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Well boy oh boy what a wet walk we had. Again!! The rain gods have certainly been making up for the lack of rain during our recent glorious summer, that now seems so long ago!! Thirty-three walkers set off on six different walks around the beautiful town of Sedbergh at the foot of the Howgill Fells. Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, Sedbergh now finds itself sitting within the ceremonial county of Cumbria. The weather forecast had predicted a wet day, and it didn’t disappoint. Paul’s group set off and noted only very light occasional rain and even a little blue sky, although the ground was wet as expected. But as the day progressed so did the extent of the rain, particularly when they stopped for lunch! They came across more and more mud, and added distance to the walk going round in circles locating their route through farms a couple of times, so ended up walking about 12 miles. At least the rain had stopped for a while when they got back to the coach which mad...
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NEWBIGGIN to ORTON - 9th November 2025

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  Thirty-five walkers set off with a forecast of rain moving north as the day went on. The hope was that they'd get away with it…but they didn’t!! Another damp walk was had by all, but a good day all the same with plenty of photos both taken and shared. Geoff’s group had a fine day’s walking which saw them set off from Newbiggin, following the Dales High Way across Ravenstonedale Moor and Tarn Moor, with wide open views and a brisk breeze to keep everyone moving. The route continued past Andrew Scar, Hollin Stump, and the striking Thunder Stone, before the steady climb over Beacon Hill and Orton Scar. Spirits remained high throughout, helped by good company and fine scenery. The descent into Orton marked the end of another excellent but wet day and time for one or two pints. Pat and Steph’s group started their walk from Orton in a northerly direction, on what was then a fine morning. The first point of interest was Robin Hood's grave – which they almost misto...
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MALHAM - 26th October 2025

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Forty-one members of the Club set off on what proved to be a particularly wet and at times windy day. Six groups in all navigated their way across the countryside to the eventual salvation of numerous hostelries of Malham. Unfortunately an accident on the M65 delayed their return for over an hour. As a result of the longer return journey which delayed the scheduled ‘pit-stop’, there were some strained faces and crossed legs for those who had earlier enjoyed a few post-walk drinks. Geoff’s group set off from Airton on a wet and chilly morning. Spirits stayed high, helped by Mike’s hot chocolate stop just before Gordale Scar. With the main route partly closed, they took the diversion towards Malham Tarn, enjoying the moody scenery despite the weather. From there, they continued to Malham Cove, grabbed some great drone footage, and finished the walk down into Malham village for a few welcome drinks in the Buck Inn next to the radiators. Martin’s group set off from Kirkby ...
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TORVER to BROUGHTON - 12th October 2025

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A coach of 42 fellwalkers set off from Southport to the south Lakes in the hope of another dry day. Although sunshine was promised, some remained beneath the cloud, whilst others went up above and experienced the breathtaking sight of a ‘ cloud inversion ’. Geoff’s group were very confident until they got to the woods where all the paths were blocked by fallen trees. They picked their way through and on to a tough climb up to Caw summit.   The blue sky was a welcome sight but sadly not quite a full inversion. The remainder of the walk was uneventful and all on good paths as planned. Darren got some good drone footage on Stickle Pike. They got back to the bus at 4 pm so had time for some refreshments at the Manor Arms freehouse . Clare’s group headed south from Torver for the lower fells Chris, Jane and had a mixed day. The low cloud persisted for much of the day, sharing only sneaky peaks of the stunning views of the Coniston range hidden from sight which was a disappointme...
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