Southport Fell Walking Club

  Well it was another wet walk at times - but not as bad as in previous weeks. Forty-two walkers spread across 9 walks spent a rewarding day taking in the North Yorkshire landscape around Settle. Geoff’s group started at toll bar cottages on the outskirts of Settle and followed the route with a slight detour to explore Victoria caves.  As the weather wasn't improving they decided to cut the walk short slightly and head back to Settle where they enjoyed a fell walkers Sunday roast in the Royal Oak. After which the weather had improved so did a short walk exploring the local area and the Giggleswick Quarry. They still had enough time for a quick pint before heading back to the coach. A great day was had by all. The coach drove through mainly dry weather, until Martin’s group arrived in Settle and needed to put on waterproofs. The walk started by going up and over to Langcliffe and then continuing on the path to Stainforth. When they got to the Langcliffe Quarry Trail they spe...

  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...