HATHERSAGE 14th August 2022

 


It was clear that it was going to be another very hot day in an area that can be exposed and without tree cover except near Hathersage. All walk leaders stressed the need to take precautions – plenty to drink, sun cream and hats.

Stuart’s group were first off the coach at Lady Bower Inn to traverse Stannage Edge, including the Trig Point and Burbage Rocks .They spent some time exploring the Robin Hood’s Cave and achieved some relief from the sun later in the walk as they dropped down into the Hathersage area.

Starting from Yorkshire Bridge Inn, Claire and Ange headed for Stannage Edge and Burbage Rocks. They followed the Derwent back to Leadmill Bridge and Hathersage.

The rest of the groups started from Hathersage. Mike J  led his team from the town centre up to Burbage Rocks and through the beautiful woodland paths of Padley Gorge, on to Millstone Edge and back to Hathersage. Unfortunately a climbing accident had occurred on the Edge and the Mountain Rescue Team and helicopter were very much in evidence. 

John took his group north from Hathersage – up to Stannage Edge, Burbage Bridge and Wood, returning along the Derwent Valley Heritage Way.

Paul’s group also did a circuit from Hathersage including Burbage Rocks, Granby Wood and then down to the River.

Anne and Helen led a route with an historical flavour visiting ancient woods, chapels, North Lees Hall and even a secluded bathing spot...

An alternative route home to avoid the slow traffic on the Snake Pass happily finished a very enjoyable day’s walking.

A dramatic and colourful set of pictures from Stuart, Mike J, Chris, Rick, Mike K, Claire and Anne. Thanks to them all. 

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 Next Walks:

Sunday 28th August 2022 – Grassington

5.30 p.m. departure

 Northbound to Preston, on to the M65, M65 eastbound to junction 7, via A6185/A678 to the A680, A671 to roundabout N of Whalley, A59 to the Skipton roundabout, B6265 to Grassington. Park in Grassington. Morning coffee stop at Darwen services, M65.

 Sunday 11th September 2022 – Ambleside

5.30 p.m. departure

 Northbound to Preston, M6 north to junction 36, A590/A591 to Ambleside. Park in Ambleside in the Rothay Holme coach/HGV park which is situated off the Rothay Road (A593), between the bridge/sharp bend where the A593 crosses the river at Rothay Bridge and the centre of Ambleside. Morning coffee stop at Burton services.

 Sunday 25th September 2022 – Coniston via Torver

5.30 p.m. departure

 Northbound to Preston, M6 north to junction 36, A590 through Newby Bridge and Penny Bridge, A5084 to Torver, A593 to Coniston. Park in Coniston. Morning coffee stop at Burton services.

 




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