[q] Walks Diary
You are welcome to try out a couple of walks before deciding to become a member of the group, this involves joining the Ramblers Association. See the about us page for information about joining the group or phone 0207 339 8500.
It is recommended that you check the message board before setting off for a walk to check for any last minute cancellation. In addition bear in mind that all our walks are led by volunteers, so please appreciate the Leader has given up a lot of their time to plan and lead the walk.
If you think you'd like to lead a weekend walk but don't feel confident about doing it all yourself then speak to the Walks Sec, Neil Chester, if you see him around, or email Walks Secretary to sign-up for the Buddy Scheme.
Check out the bottom of the page for the grading & smile-icons.
Are there no walks which you want to do this weekend? Why not try the West Riding Ramblers' Walks Diary for something different? Alternatively, the Otley Walking Festival is running from 28 June to 6 July, with over 44 events. The organisers, Ruth & Stuart, would love Take a Hike members to come along - have a look at their full programme at Otley Walking Festival.
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| Saturday 5/07/2008 |
Pack Horse Pub Round | 12.0 miles |  |
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To be decided on Thursday evening..... ... (more details) |
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| Sunday 6/07/2008 |
Nidderdale | 10.0 miles |  |
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Starting just outside the village of Darley we will head down to the River Nidd and follow the route of the Nidderdale W... (more details) |
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| Wednesday 9/07/2008 |
EVENING WALK: Calverley Circular | 4.0 miles |  |
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Short walk around Calverley, followed by a drink at the Thornhill Arms pub.... (more details) |
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| Sunday 13/07/2008 |
Penistone - Langsett Reservoir Circular | 13.0 miles | |
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Starting at Penistone Station this walk encompasses fantastic edge of the Peak District scenery and paths through farmla... (more details) |
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| Sunday 13/07/2008 |
Across the Border, and back again! | 10.0 miles | |
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Starting in the Village of 'Foulridge' we head up to 'Lake Burwain', around the lakeside path to the sailing club. Past... (more details) |
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| Tuesday 15/07/2008 |
EVENING WALK: Newmillerdam Circular | 5.0 miles | |
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This is a pleasant walk starting off with a stroll by the lake at Newmillerdam. We then walk up through Secker Woods bef... (more details) |
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| Saturday 19/07/2008 |
Haworth Heathcliff Ramble | 7.0 miles | |
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The walk starts at Bronte Parsonage going up towards the cemetery and then talking the lower path down towards Lower Lai... (more details) |
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| Sunday 20/07/2008 |
Wadsworth Moor & Hebden Dale | 12.0 miles | |
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From Hebden Bridge , we ascend to the edge of Wadsworth Moor, continue up to High Brown Knoll then it's down for lunch a... (more details) |
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| Sunday 20/07/2008 |
North York Moors: Ingleby Greenhow Circular | 11.0 miles | |
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Starting from Ingleby Greenhow, we pass through several fields on our way to Bank Foot. The ascent of Ingleby Bank is a... (more details) |
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| Wednesday 30/07/2008 |
EVENING WALK: Bilton to Killinghall Circular (Harrogate) | 4.0 miles | |
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A gentle walk through farmland and woodland. We start and end our walk at the Knox Arms pub which is in Bilton (a suburb... (more details) |
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| Saturday 2/08/2008 |
Greater Wasdale Horseshoe | miles |  |
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PLEASE READ THE FULL DESCRIPTION, IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBTS PLEASE CONTACT THE WALK LEADER BEFORE YOU GO ON THE WALK! This... (more details) |
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| Saturday 9/08/2008 |
Aysgarth Falls & Bolton Castle | 8.0 miles | |
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Accent - 1400 feet / 424 metres
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| Sunday 10/08/2008 |
Nappa Hall & Askriggs Twin Waterfalls | 8.0 miles | |
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The second of two Wensleydale walks on this Bank Holiday weekend (see social diary). The Dales village of Askrigg will b... (more details) |
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| Saturday 16/08/2008 |
Buttermere Round | 14.0 miles | |
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Full Details to follow.... 7 peaks with 1500m of ascent. Camping on Friday and Saturday night.... (more details) |
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Walk Grades
Easy
A low level walk of short duration on good paths, usually with good access to roads. Expect-1-6 miles, 2-3 hrs.
Moderate
A longer walk in valleys on good paths which may involve some hill climbing. Expect 6-10 miles, 4-6 hrs.
Intermediate
A fair walk that may involve the summit of minor hills, some stream crossing, mostly on good paths. Expect 10-14 miles 6hrs plus.
Mountain and Moorland Walks
Walkers on these walks must carry: gloves, hat, torch, basic first aid kit, whistle and survival bag.
Hard
Not for the inexperienced, a good level of fitness required. Uneven ground, stream crossing, wet underfoot mostly on paths Expect 15 miles on moorland or 7-8 on Mountain.
Severe
Not for the inexperienced, these are long hard mountain days which require a good level of stamina. Walking may be off paths, include scrambling and some exposure. Multiple summits, severe ascent and descent. You should be familiar with basic mountain protocol.
