RUSHCLIFFE GROUP PROGRAMME of WALKS and EVENTS 1St JANUARY
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RUSHCLIFFE GROUP Isle of Wight—April 2015 The group in the Tatra Mountains, Poland This was on a ridge between Poland and Slovakia June 2019 PROGRAMME OF WALKS AND EVENTS 1st JANUARY - 30th JUNE 2020 RAMBLERS—RUSHCLIFFE GROUP OFFICERS AND COMMITTEE 2019/2020 Chairman Alan 0115 953 7652 [email protected] Secretary Mike 0115 986 1345 [email protected] Treasurer Keith 0115 923 2815 [email protected] Footpaths Rachel 07793 243274 [email protected] Programme Larraine 0115 937 2804 [email protected] Membership Rob 0115 914 7018 [email protected] Joint Social Morag 0115 878 9829 [email protected] Hazel 07964 102769 Area Council Alan 0115 953 7652 [email protected] Publicity/Web Trevor 07722 477005 [email protected] master Weekends/ Angela 0115 981 6039 [email protected] 0115 989 9242 [email protected] Holidays Karen Other Pam 0115 837 1766 [email protected] Committee Member For contact details for all Walk Leaders, please see individual walks. 2 : WALKS FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT AND SAFETY WHAT TO BRING The following is a list of items that you should consider bringing on walks. Please note that we walk throughout the year and some of these items are seasonal. Bear in mind, however, that even on a summer's day, weather conditions, on high ground particularly, can deteriorate very quickly with little or no warning. Comfortable waterproof boots or stout shoes (boots should be large enough to hold good thick socks as well as your feet!) Small rucksack Packed lunch and ample liquid refreshment Spare sweater, woolly hat, gloves and spare socks Large waterproof mat (to sit on) Change of footwear (essential for car rambles, or where a pub lunch is taken at the end of the walk) Torch, small first aid kit CONDUCT ON WALKS Please bear in mind that leading a walk involves far more than just finding the way. The leader also has to ensure that no-one gets lost, that the group causes the minimum of disturbance to livestock and crops when crossing farmland, and that everyone arrives back at the right time. When walking with the group, please try to make the leader’s job easier by observing these common-sense rules:- DO NOT WALK AHEAD OF THE LEADER OBSERVE THE COUNTRYSIDE CODE; in particular, leave gates as you find them, and do not leave any litter TELL THE LEADER IF YOU DECIDE TO LEAVE THE MAIN GROUP DOGS MUST BE KEPT UNDER CONTROL AT ALL TIMES (please read the next section on our policy regarding dogs on our guided walks). OUR POLICY REGARDING DOGS ON GUIDED WALKS Dogs are allowed on most walks, but please check with the Walk Leader before the walk. At all times responsibility for them rests wholly with their owner. The dog must be under control and be on a lead at all times and any reasonable request by the Walk Leader must be complied with. On Access Land dogs are either banned or are required to be on a short lead. PARKING Please park carefully in an appropriate place. Avoid blocking gateways or damaging roadside verges. Ensure that your car is locked and that valuables are not left on view in the vehicle. If car park charges are known at the time the programme is printed, this will be stated. 3 Welcome to another wonderful year of walking. Whether you are new to our group, or an old hand, we hope that we have put together a selection of walks to suit all abilities and preferences. Two points worth mentioning, especially for our newer members. We do take photographs on some of our walks, and definitely on our weekends away and holidays. These then usually appear on our website, and sometimes on Facebook. If you prefer not to have your photo published, please let the photographer know and of course your wishes will be respected. We are aware that some people have problems getting to the start of walks when no public transport is available. If you would like to go on a walk, then please feel free to telephone the Walk Leader in advance. He or she may know of someone who could give you a lift. Please be aware, however, that we cannot guarantee making such arrangements for you as we do not generally know who is going on a particular walk. Let's go walking………. Larraine We are pleased to start our year of walking with our traditional New Year's Day walk. Wed. 1st Jan 11:00am 7 miles Leics WOODHOUSE EAVES TO BRADGATE PARK Walk Grade: Moderate Pace: Moderate An easy walk in the Leicestershire countryside visiting Bradgate Park where we will climb to the Old John Tower (optional). The tower, built in 1784 is 690 feet above sea level. The route then takes us through the deer park and Swithland Woods before returning to Woodhouse Eaves via field paths. Mostly good paths, but after rain there could be some mud. There are 3 stiles. Meet in the free car park on Beacon Road, Woodhouse Eaves. Grid ref SK530 146. Post code LE12 8RZ. It is approx. 40 mins drive from West Bridgford. Following the walk there will be an optional lunch at The Old Bull's Head in Woodhouse Eaves. Prior booking will be essential, together with pre-orders and deposits. We have booked a table so if you would like to join us please contact one of the leaders so that we can send you the menu. The cost will be £27.95 for three courses and £25.95 for two courses. You will then be asked to pay a deposit of £10 either by cheque or transferred into Rushcliffe Ramblers' bank account. Walk Leaders: Angela 0115 981 6039 or 07973 142929 Larraine 0115 937 2804 or 07762 138056 For email address please see page 2 4 Sun. 5th Jan 10:30am 8 miles Notts TEVERSAL TRIANGLE Walk Grade : Moderate Pace: Brisk The route goes first through Brierley Forest Park and then a short road walk. It then follows a series of three old railway lines, first the Leen Valley Extension line through Skegby to Upper Pleasley, then past Teversal on the Tibshelf to Pleasley railway to Huthwaite and finally back to the car park on the Skegby Colliery branch. There are no stiles but some short gentle gradients. Total ascent 179 m. Please bring a packed lunch. Meet: Car park on Brand Lane. Please car share if possible as space is limited. Grid ref SK482 603. Post code NG17 3HU. From the B6028 Stoneyford Road through Stanton Hill, turn into Brand Lane at the traffic lights by The Vine Tree. The car park is on left just past the built-up area. It is approx. 50 mins drive from West Bridgford. Walk Leader: Rob 0115 914 7018 or 07710 693782 OR Sun. 5th Jan SUNDAY SHORT WALKS PROGRAMME About 5 miles Nottm 10:00am No afternoon walk given daylight limitations! CIRCULAR WALK: NOW IS THE 'TIME FOR BOOTS FOR BOOTS' Easy walking -- 2.5 hours -- good paths ... maybe some short grass. The walk is described in the title ... you may not feel that way! Come and see what we see about Boots with your boots. Please note that if the weather is poor, the walk can be shortened. We will pause for a drink during the walk – please bring your own drink. Meet: West Bridgford Library Car Park. Post code NG2 6AT. Walk Leader: Jeremy 0115 981 0420 or 07751 458041 Sun. 12th Jan 10:30am 6 miles Notts LINBY/NEWSTEAD ABBEY Walk Grade: Leisurely Pace: Moderate Walk along disused Northern Railway line towards Newstead Village, through Abbey grounds and back along Trail via Papplewick. A little road walking. Flat with no stiles. Meet: Horse & Groom pub, Linby. Grid ref SK536 512. Post code NG15 8AE. As this is a morning walk (should finish by 1:00pm), please bring refreshments for the morning coffee stop only. The landlord of the pub is allowing us to use the pub car park at the rear, but he would like us to use the pub or the coffee shop at the end of the walk, if only for a drink. However, both serve food. It is approx. 35 mins drive from West Bridgford. Walk Leader: Brian 0115 925 9779 or 07999 978638 Thurs. 16th Jan 10:15am 6.5 miles Leics GRIMSTON, SAXELBYE AND WARTNABY Walk Grade: Easy Pace: Leisurely A circular walk visiting the interesting villages of Saxelbye, Wartnaby and Grimston. This is an easy walk along tracks, minor roads and field paths in the undulating countryside of the Vale of Belvoir with some fine views. There will be an optional lunch after the walk at The Black Horse pub in Grimston Please arrive in time to pre-order your lunch before the walk starts. Meet: Outside the The Black Horse pub, Grimston. Grid ref. SK684 219. Post code LE14 3BZ. The pub is situated on the village green and parking is available on the streets around the green. There is no pub car park. Also the streets are narrow so please park with consideration. Car sharing is advisable. Take the Melton Road A606 to Nether Broughton. As the road turns left take the road straight on to Saxelbye eventually winding uphill. At the t-junction turn right onto B676 (Six Hills Lane) and after a short distance take the left turn to Grimston. It is approx. 30 mins drive from West Bridgford. Walk Leader: Philippa 0115 911 9137 or 07896 886714 5 5 Sun. 19th Jan 10:30am 7 miles Notts A CIRCULAR FROM COTGRAVE, MISSING MOST PLACES Wak Grade : Moderate Pace: Moderate Easy walking along canal, hairy bit on Ling's Bar (I'm not crossing), back towards Clipston-on-the-Wolds and returning to the Cross in Cotgrave.