Walking week in Europe June/July 2019

Alps trip 2019. The trip to the Alps is planned to depart on the 28/06/2019 and return on the 5/07/2019. Flying from Birmingham to Geneva the group will stay in Samoens a village in the Vallée du Haut-Giffre part of the Haute-Savoie region of the French alps. Walks from Samoens will mainly cover the Grand Massif.

More details from Roger Pobjoy

Sunday 13th January 6:30am Offa’s Dyke, Knighton

Walk Organiser – Carol Gosling

Cost of this months walk is £14 members £16 non members

Our walks will explore the countryside around Knighton, using footpaths, bridleways and part of the Offa’s Dyke National Trail, which runs alongside part of the 8th century earthwork of Offa’s Dyke itself.

All walks start at Knucklas and finish in Knighton.

A Walk

The A party will walk under the impressive viaduct at Knucklas and make their way to Cwm Jenkin, via Pentrusco. They head north-west to Upper Hall Farm, then north to Wernygeufron Hill, continuing in a northerly direction to Stoney Pound. Here they turn south easterly to pick up the Jack Mitton Way and the Offa’s Dyke Path, which is followed back to Knighton.

Leaders: Dave Arnot and Carol Gosling Distance: 24 k - Height Gain: 900m

B Walk

The B party will ascend Castle Hill, the site of the ruined Knucklas Castle, then, head north- west over Bwlch-y-Plain, and Goytre Hill to Wernygeufron Hill. They continue in a northerly direction until they reach Mellin-y-Grogue, where they turn south easterly. They turn northwards again at Llanfair Waterdine and eventually reach the Jack Mitton Way and Offa’s Dyke Path, which they follow to Knighton.

Leaders:Bob Price, Nigel Compton and Gary Price Distance: 20km-Height Gain: 850m

C Walk

The C party climb Castle Hill, then turn eastwards to Monaughty Poeth. Here they walk in a northerly direction via Llandinshop, ascending to the Offa’s Dyke Trail. They follow this to the coach at Knighton.

Leaders: Howard Hill and Wendy Price Distance: 14km -Height Gain 600m

Maps: Explorer 201 Knighton and Presteigne

Sunday 17th March 6:00am Ystradfellte Waterfalls, South Wales

Walk Organiser – Colin Little

Cost of this months walk is £15 members £17 non members

The village of Ystradfellte is situated in what is popularly known as Waterfall Country in the south of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Here the rivers Mellte, Hepste and Nedd Fechan flow down deep wooded gorges, cascading over a series of dramatic waterfalls before joining to form the River Neath. We will use sections of the ‘Four Waterfalls Trail’ to view these falls, including the enchanting Sgŵd-yr-Eira. All walks are circular from Pontneddfechan.

Please note: All parties walk beneath Sgŵd-yr-Eira. Waterproofs will be required!

‘A’ Party: From Pontneddfechan (SN 900076) the ‘A’ party walk east to Penderyn before turning to cross the Afon Hepste beneath the Sgŵd-yr-Eira waterfall. The route then journeys north along the Afon Mellte passing Sgŵd-y-Pannwr, Sgŵd Isaf Clun-gwyn and Sgŵd Clun-gwyn and continuing to Ystradfellte. Turning west the group join the Afon Nedd Fechan which is followed downstream past Sgŵd Ddwli to Pontneddfechan. En route a detour is made along Afon Pyrddin to view Sgŵd Gwladus.

Leaders: Paul Green and Tony Francis

Distance: 24.7km Height Gain: 874m

‘B’ Party: The ‘B’ Party’s clockwise route from Pontneddfechan goes north up the valley of the Nedd Fechan river passing a number of waterfalls including an impressive view of Sgŵd Ddwli. The route continues north to Dyffryn Nedd before turning east to meet Afon Mellte at Cwm Porth. Continuing downstream Sgŵd Clun-gwyn, Sgŵd Isaf Clun-gwyn and Sgŵd-y-Pannwr are viewed. The final waterfall to be visited is Sgŵd-yr-Eira before the last lap into Pontneddfechan.

Leaders: Dave Arnot, Mike Harris and Tom Somervell

Distance: 15.3 km Height Gain: 639m

‘C’ Party: Starting at Pontneddfechan, the ‘C’ party, like the ‘A’s is anticlockwise, but takes the direct route to Sgŵd-yr-Eira. The route then journeys north along the Afon Mellte passing Sgŵd-y-Pannwr, Sgŵd Isaf Clun-gwyn and Sgŵd Clun-gwyn before crossing the river. Sgŵd Clun-gwyn is viewed from the opposite bank before continuing west to join the Afon Nedd Fechan at Pont Rhyd-y-cnau. The river is followed downstream past Sgŵd Ddwli to Pontneddfechan. En route a detour is made along Afon Pyrddin to view Sgŵd Gwladus.

Leaders: Sue Howles and Colin Little

Distance: 12.8 km Height Gain: 530m

Map: Explorer OL12 Brecon Beacons National Park - West & Central Areas

Sunday 15th December 7:00am Derbyshire

The As and Bs will start at Wyedale, south of Buxton, and by making selective use of
the Monsal Trail and the tributary valleys, go to Monsal Head Hotel with its spectacular
position.This will be the first time we have eaten the December meal here but the
location and menu look excellent. The C party walk will be a circular, ascending
Cressbrookdale, visiting Foolow and returning via Great Longstone.

Map ……………………………………………..Outdoor Leisure Map no 24: White Peak
Walk Details………………………………………………………………………John Collins

Sunday 9th June 6:30am The Northern Rhinogs

COACH DEPARTURE TIME NOW 6.30AM

For this day only, the coach pick up will be from the centre of Sutton Coldfield in the car park in South Parade, B72 1ST (opposite Plantsbrook School on Upper Holland Road)

Pay and Display car park -current charge is £2.30 all day Sunday, free after 6.00pm. However, the ticket prints a twelve hour time limit. Therefore,

DO NOT PAY FOR YOUR TICKET UNTIL AFTER 6.00AM.

Cost of this months walk is £14 members £16 non members

Walk Organiser – Wendy Price

These are wonderful Snowdonia walks that explore the rocky and wild terrain of the northern Rhinogs.The walks feature a traverse of the northern ridge of the Rhinogs, a chaos of mini crags and heather, with scatterings of little lakes, a little-trodden and remote area of Snowdonia. The terrain is frequently rugged and pathless and can be very tricky underfoot.The northern Rhinogs present some of the roughest and toughest walking to be found anywhere in Wales, the walks reflect this, with all of them involving a small amount of easy scrambling. However despite these difficulties, this is a superb part of Snowdonia that only a few walkers visit.

The A Party walk starts near Ponty Grible (SH713307) goes west passing by Graigddu-isafand continues towards the Roman Steps turns north east over the crags passing Llyn Pryfed and Llyn Twr-glas then climbs to the summit of Clip via BwlchGwylim. The walk continues northwards over Craig Ddrwg, passing Llyn Corn-ystwc and Llyn Ddu on the way to the summits of Moel Ysgyfarnogod and FoelPenolau. Turning north eastcrosses Diffwysto the summit of Moel y Gyrafolen the walk then descends to join the minor road to Trawsfynydd at spot height 218, turns south east and crosses the footbridge over Llyn Trawsfynydd, enters the village and continues to a layby on the A470 to the awaiting coach (SH711352).
Leaders: Carol Gosling and Dave Arnot.

Distance: 20Km Height Gain: 870m

The B Party (1)Clockwise walk starts near Cefn-gallt-y-cwm (SH710345) where the minor road is followed and the left fork taken to the settlement, the walk then follows a track to Wern-fach, turns west and crosses an area of marshy ground after which the walk climbs to the summit of Clip via BwlchGwylim. The walk continues northwards over Craig Ddrwg, passing Llyn Corn-ystwc and Llyn Dduover the crags on the way to the summits of Moel Ysgyfarnogod and FoelPenolau. Turning north east crossesDiffwys to the summit of Moel y Gyrafolen, the walk then descends to join the minor road to Trawsfynydd at spot height 218, turns south east and crosses the footbridge over Llyn Trawsfynydd, enters the village and continues to a layby on the A470 to the awaiting coach (SH711352).

Leaders: Bob Price and Martin Bowerman.

Distance: 17.5Km Height Gain: 670m

The B Party (2)Anti-clockwise walk also starts near Cefn-gallt-y-cwm (SH710345) where the minor road is followed past TynTwll to spot height 218, turns west and climbs to the summit of Moel y Gyrafolen. Continuing west and south the walk goes over Diffwys to climb the summits of FoelPenolau and Moel Ysgyfarnagod then over the crags and Craig Ddrwgto BwlchGwylim and the summit of Clip. A steep descent follows then the walk continues to descend to cross the marshy ground to Wern-fach and follows the track, then the minor road to Trawsfynyddand crosses the footbridge over Llyn Trawsfynydd, enters the village and continues to a layby on the A470 to the awaiting coach (SH711352).

Leaders: Paul Burns and Rob Maule.

Distance: 17.5Km Height Gain: 670m

The C Party walk also starts near Cefn-gallt-y-cwm (SH710345) where the minor road is followed past TynTwll to spot height 218, turns west and climbs to the summit of Moel y Gyrafolen. Continuing west and south the walk goes over Diffwys to climb the summit of FoelPenolau. A steep and pathless descent follows to join a track which is taken to the minor road near CefnClawddthat leads towards Trawsfynydd and the footbridge which crosses over Llyn Trawsfynydd. After passing through Trawsfynydd Village the walk continues to a layby on the A470 to the awaiting coach (SH711352).

Leaders: Wendy Price and Howard Hill

Distance: 14Km Height Gain: 550m

Maps: 1:25000 OL18. Harlech, Porthmaddog and Bala

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Sunday 14th July 6:00am Western Black Mountains

Walk Organiser – Bob Price

Cost of this months walk is £16 members £18 non members

The Black Mountains at the eastern end of the Brecon Beacons National Park provide, after an initial steep ascent, mile after mile of easy walking, on high level ridges, mostly above the 610m level. On a clear day there are good views in all directions, especially of the Brecon Beacons. The walks will finish in the picturesque village of Crickhowell. (SO219184).

The A Party walk starts from the Dragons Back Inn on the A479 (SO174297) and climbs steeply in a NE direction to the remains of an old castle then continues to climb the ridge over Y Grib to join the main path near Pen Y Manllewyn. Turning S climbs steadily over Waun Fach, the highest point of the walk, then gradually descends over Pen Y Gadair Fawr, Pen Twyn Mawr and Crug Mawr. The Beacons Way is joined and followed turning W then S over Table Mountain then descends by following paths and a quiet lane to the finish in Crickhowell

Leaders: Carol Gosling and Paul Green.

Distance: 26Km Height Gain: 1100m

The B Party (1) walk is circular, starts in Crickhowell (SO219183) and leaves the village along a lane to join the Beacons Way which climbs steadily in a generally N direction to the disused quarries where the route leaves the Beacons way and continues over Trwyn Ysgwrfa to the summit of Pen Cerrig-calch. The walk proceeds generally N and follows the escarpment around Pen Gloch-y-pibwr and over the summit of Pen Allt-mawr, the highest point of the walk, before descending to Pen Twyn Glas. Descending gradually S over Tal Trwynau and the disused quarries to join the minor road near Neuadd-fawr, the walk climbs over Table Mountain then descends by following paths and a quiet lane to the finish in Crickhowell.

Leaders: Heidi Horton and Bob Price.

Distance: 21Km Height Gain: 990m

The B Party (2) walk also starts from the Dragons Back Inn on the A479 (SO174297) and climbs in a SE direction to the cairn on the ridge, then turns N and continues round to the summit of Waun Fach, the highest point of the walk. The walk gradually descends over Pen Y Gadair Fawr and Pen Twyn Mawr to the cairn near SH565, turns S descends to join the lane at The Old Chapel. Proceeding generally S the walk climbs over Table Mountain then descends by following paths and a quiet lane to the finish in Crickhowell (SO219184).

Leaders: Rob Maule and Paul Burns.

Distance: 21Km Height Gain: 890m

The C Party walk also starts from the Dragons Back Inn on the A479 (SO174297) and climbs in a SE direction to the cairn on the ridge, then continues over Mynydd Llysiau turns S over Pen Twyn Glas to the summit of Pen Allt-mawr, the highest point of the walk. The walk proceeds to Pen Cerrig-calch, descends over Trwyn Ysgwrfa and Table Mountain then follows paths and a quiet lane to the finish in Crickhowell (SO219184).

Leaders: Wendy Price and Howard Hill

Distance: 16Km Height Gain: 600m

Map: 1:25000 OL13. Brecon Beacons - East

Sunday 11th August 6:00am Holmfirth

Walk Organiser – Howard Hill

Cost of this months walk is £16 members £18 non members

Although the area from Marsden to Holmfirth is renown as the setting for ‘Last of The Summer Wine’ TV series it is a quiet part of the Dark Peat area. The scenery from Holmfirth, the Holme Valley and surrounding areas is spectacular all year round. The routes will take in parts of The Pennine Way, Kirklees Way, Standedge Trail, Wessenden Moor and its scenic reservoir and the highest point, Black Hill.

The A Party will be a linear walk starting from Marsden (SE 048115) heading South West to join the Standege Trail, then South to head Eastwards on the Pennine Way, before heading South past Wessenden Reservoir to eventually ascend Black Hill (582m). They will then head eastwards to the finish at Holmfirth Pool and Leisure Centre. (SE 145091)
Leaders: Tom Somervell and Paul Green.

Distance: 27Km Height Gain: 810m Descent: 860m

The B Party (1) is also a linear walk. Starting at the same place as the A’s they immediately take a different more direct path Southwards over Binn Edge to join the A route at Wessenden Reservoir and down to ascend Black Hill and go past Holme Moss Transmitter before heading directly East to the finish.

Leaders: Bob Price and Dave Arnot

Distance: 23Km Height Gain: 685m Descent: 735m

The B Party (2) is almost a circular walk starting from Holmfirth (SE 126071) they go South down to Ruddle Clough then West past Ramsden Clough and Holme Moss Transmitter to ascend Black Hill, then North on the Pennine Way before turning East along Issue Road (track) towards Holme, then North around Digley reservoir and Upperthong to the finish.

Leaders: Rob Maule and Paul Burns

Distance: 22Km Height Gain: 750m Descent: 800m

The C Party starts at the same place as the B2 party and is also an almost circular walk. Heading South then West to cross Brownhill Reservoir and on through Holme, down Issue Road (track to turn North over Stopes Moor to turn East at Goodbent Lodge to follow the B2 route to the finish.

Leaders: Wendy Price and Sue Howles

Distance: 17Km Height Gain: 610m Descent: 655m

Maps: 1:25000 OL1. The Dark Peak

OL21. The South Pennines

Sunday 15th September 6:00am The Arans, North Wales

Cost of this months walk is £17 members £19 non members

Walk Organiser – Rob Maule

The A walk is a circular route starting just outside the village of Dinas Mawddwy at the layby (SH 856150). Proceeding through the village, passing the carpark and the Gvesty’R Llew Coch to the footpath at SH 860151 heading roughly in a North West direction the route will follow the path to the summits of Foel Benddin and Glasgwm. From here heading in approximately a North Easterly direction the path stays close to the fence boundary heading for the summit of Aran Fawddwy, this is the highest point of the day at 905 metres. Now turns around and heads to the summit of Drysgol with spectacular views looking down to the valley on your left. From here heads downhill towards Ty’n-y-ddol. At SH854187 turns left and follows the path to the junction of the minor road at SH859175 mainly following the road on the return to Dinas Mawddwy.

Leaders: Tom Somervell and Paul Green.

Distance: 22Km Height Gain: 1290m

The B1 Walk starts from the carpark at the head of the pass on the A470 at (SH 802170) the route ascends steeply at the start and then makes its way gradually North East towards the lake at Glasgywm. From here the route has a steep descent to the North East and on towards Drws Bach at SH863213. From this point it’s on to the summit of Drysgol. From here the route follows that of the A walk with good views over the valley towards the mass bulk that is Glasgym and onto Dinas Mawddwy.

Leaders: Tony Millard and Gary Price

Distance: 19Km Height Gain: 900m

This B2 Walk starts in a layby on the A470 at (SH 825163) it crosses the main road and makes its way along good tracks gradually up hill. Through forestry it zig zags its way up Pen Waun-wen to join the A route at SH840179. From here it makes its way onto the summit of Glasgwm. With some slight variations the route largely follows that of the other B1 walk.

Leaders: Bob Price and Ian Broughton

Distance: 20Km Height Gain: 930m

This C Walk starts from the carpark at the head of the pass on the A470 at (SH 802170), this is the same as the B1 walk and follows its route to the summit of Glasgwm. It then turns due south and passes over Bwlch y Gesail, past the cliffs of Craig Cywarch on the left. The route then turns east and passes through Cwm yr Ychen, at SH854187, it then joins the other routes and makes its way out of the valley and onto Dinas Mawddwy

Leaders: Wendy Price and Sue Howles.

Distance: 14Km Height Gain: 620m

Map: 1:25000 OL23 Snowdonia Cadair Idris Area

Friday 4th - Monday 7th October Club Weekend Bideford North Devon

FRIDAY 4 OCTOBER

Arrival

Please park in either of the car parks indicated. Rooms will be available from 3.00 pm.

7.00 pm - evening meal

SATURDAY 5 OCTOBER

7.45 am - 8.00 am - breakfast

9.05 am. Leave the hotel to catch the 9.25 bus to Clovelly Cross arriving at 9.57. From here walk into Clovelly and take a look at this unique village with its steep cobbled streets tumbling down to the tiny harbour before embarking on the 11 mile coastal walk to Westward Ho! This is a rollercoaster walk with woodland paths in the morning leading to exposed clifftops in the afternoon. A less strenuous option will be available. From Westward Ho! there is a half-hourly bus service to Bideford at 23 and 53 minutes past the hour.

7.00 pm - evening meal.

SUNDAY 6 OCTOBER

8.00 am - breakfast

9.00 am. Leave the hotel for circular walks of approximately 10 miles to include Westward Ho!, Northam Burrows Country Park and Appledore We walk first across to the coast via Silford, then over Kipling Tors into Westward Ho! From here we walk north across Northam Burrows SSSI a 253 hectare site of grassy coastal plain with salt marsh and sand dunes at the mouth of the Taw/Torridge estuary. We walk alongside the Skern, a tidal inlet, before entering the historic port and shipbuilding town of Appledore. The return to Bideford is alongside the River Torridge estuary, entering the town past the statue to Charles Kingsley.

7.00 pm – carvery evening meal

MONDAY 7 OCTOBER

8.00 am - breakfast

Once you have checked out the rest of the day is yours.

Suggested route to Bideford.

Google Maps recommended route is to take the M5 to junction 27 and then the A361 towards Barnstaple. Turn left on to the A39 to Bideford. Just before the river bridge turn right and follow the sign for Instow and East-the-Water then at the roundabout turn left into Bideford where you will see old Bideford Bridge on the right and the Royal Hotel on the left. The Hotel’s car park is opposite the Hotel and there is a further car park on the right hand side up the hill at the old station.

SatNav routes may vary.

Royal Hotel

Barnstaple St

Bideford

Devon

EX39 4AE

Tel: 01237 472005

www.royalbideford.co.uk

Map Ref:

SS 457264

Maps required:

Explorer 126

Clovelly & Hartland

Explorer 139

Bideford, Ilfracombe & Barnstaple

Colin Little

Sunday 13th October 6:00am Pooley Bridge to Patterdale

Walk Organiser –Arthur Drinkwater

Similar routes to these were last done by the club in 2011, well before the floods which swept away the original Pooley Bridge, to leave a temporary Bridge in place up until this month when replacement of the temporary bridge has commenced, This has meant that our coach route has been in some doubt and possibly the start of the walks, however we have established that a temporary footbridge will be in place which we will use for access into Pooley Bridge.There will be an A walk, two B and a C walk, all will start in Pooley Bridge and finish in Patterdale, where time permitting drinks can be had in the Patterdale Hotel.

A Walk: Petra Knowles and Carol Gosling

Distance 21Km Height Gain 1088m

Starting South East from Pooley Bridge, ascending to a point just below High Street Roman Rd, before turning South west to pass over Arthur’s Pike, Lords Seat and Loadpot Hill, to join the Roman Rd and turn West just before Wether Hill. Then North West down to cross Christy Bridge before ascending onto the ridge at Winter Crag and turning South for Beda Head continuing along ridge to Angle Tarn Pikes, before turning North West to Boredale Hause to finally descend to the Patterdale Hotel

B1 Walk: LeadersPaul Burns and Mike Harris

Distance 16.8Km Height Gain 1045m

Starting along a similar route to the A party, the route will turn off South West just after Arthur’s Pike to Bonscale Pike continuing to cross the footbridge in Howtown. Before goingon towards Hause Farm, crossing footbridge at Garth Heads on to Sleet Fell and High Dodd, to reach PlaceFell before descending to Bordale Hause and on to the Patterdale Hotel.

B2 Walk: Leaders Bob Price and Ian Broughton

Distance 17.4Km Height Gain 953m

The B2 walk will follow a similar route to the B1, but just after Hause Farm will turn South, joining the A route just after Christy Bridge, turning west to gain ridge at Winter Crag and carrying on south over Beda fell, turning south west at Beda Fell Knott towards Boredale Hause enabling the descent to Patterdale Hotel.

C Walk: Leaders Wendy Price and Arthur Drinkwater

Distance 14.1Km Height Gain 487m

The route will leave Pooley Bridge on the eastern side of the river, following the lakeside before turning in land towards Swarthbeck, turning south west onto the bridleway towards Howtown, passing close to the pier. After leaving the pier, the route will stay close to the lakeside all of the way to Patterdale.

Map 1:25000 Explorer OL5

Sunday 28th October 2018

Cars meet at 10.00am at Breidden , Middletown

For the car walk this year, we have chosen the magnificent hills between Shrewsbury and Welshpool. No more than 400 metres high but they offer wide views from the Pen-nines to the Arans, steep ascents, the gypsy kings monument and Rodney’s Pillar. If that is not enough, then take a pint and a stir-fry in the Breidden Hotel afterwards.

Map ……… …………………………………………………………Explorer 240: Oswestry

Walk details from ………………………………………………………………..John Collins

Sunday 17th November 6:30am Alport Castles – Peak District

The Dark Peak - famed for its desolate, exposed tracts of moorland top, open undulat-ing high gritstone plateau and geological oddities such as Alport Castles. This at over half mile long is considered to be the largest landslip in the UK.
All our walks start from the A57 Snake Pass and include climbing to Alport Castles, as well as skirting Lady Bower Reservoir & Derwent Dam, the former training ground of 617 squadron for their famous “Dambuster” raids.

Map……………………………………….Explorer OL1 The Peak District Dark Peak Area
Walk Details………………………….………………………………………….....Tony Francis

Sunday 9th December 2018 7.00am Bakewell

Cost to members for this months walk and a 3 course Christmas meal is £22

We will stop at Cromford Wharfe to boot up and use the toilets.

The A & B Walks will start from here.

A Walk – 23kms and 800 metres ascent GR 301 571.

Leaders : Dave Arnot & Petra Knowles

The A party heads North Over Masson Hill with views across to Riber Castle. After Wensley, (look out for steam trains in the valley) we go through Clough Wood and up onto Stanton Moor and the Nine Ladies Stone circle. 13 years ago this walk took us through a protest camp with caravans stuck up trees, but Swampy and friends have now moved on. We complete the route to Rowsley and follow the river to Calton Lees.before heading West to Bakewell.

B Walk – 18.5 kms and 560 metres ascent GR 301 571.

Leaders : Colin Little & Bob Price

The B party heads North West from Cromford, around the quarry and up to Bonsall. After Bonsall Moor we descend to Winster. From here we go to Robin Hood’s Stride for a little scramble. Continue Northwest along the Limestone Way to Bradford Dale where we follow the river and cross by the footbridge. After the final climb over Haddon Fields we view up the Wye Valley to Bakewell. Then stroll down past cemetaries and two churches to reach the Rutland Arms.

C Walk – 15 km and 500 metres ascent GR 222 685

Leaders : Sue Howles, Wendy Price & John Collins

This will be a near circular starting from the cattle market but finishing, of course at the Rutland Arms. Also this walk will cater for any one coming by car.

The route described in the program has been dropped because of next years December walk which will actually finish at the Monsal Head hotel.

So we will be visiting the Chatsworth Estate. We take the footpath over the Monsal Trail, East through the woods to Calton Pastures. Emerging from New Piece Wood we have the Park before us stretching down to the Derwent and the House beyond. In Stand Wood we climb to the Hunting Tower, walk around the Emperor Lake and descendalogside the Aqueduct. The finishing pull up from Edensor will ensure a good appetite when we reach

Map ……… ……………………………………………………..Explorer OL24 White Peak

Walk details from………………………………………………………………...John Collins

A) Leek and Potato Soup served with garlic croutons

B) Ham Hock Terrine with piccalilli and leaf salad

C) Fig and Stilton Salad served with garlic and herb croutons

D) Deep Fried Brie Wedges served with a leaf salad and a cranberry chutney

E) Crispy Halloumi served with tempura battered vegetables and puy lentils with a tomato puree

F) Traditional oven roasted Turkey served with all the festive trimmings and a rich gravy

G) Herb encrusted Cod served with a tomato cassoulet

H) Pork Belly served with baby garlic roasted potatoes, cauliflower and a cauliflower puree

I) Iced Christmas Pudding Parfait served with a cinnamon shortbread

J) Classic Jam Roly Poly served with a vanilla custard

K) Rutland’s Bakewell Pudding served with a vanilla pod ice cream and amaretto compote

L) Salted Caramel Torte served with a caramel sauce

Tea/Coffee

Sunday 17th February 6:30am Cotswolds - Dursley area

Walk Organiser – Carol Gosling

Cost of this months walk is £14 members £16 non members

A region of the Cotswolds that is new to the club. We will use footpaths, bridleways and parts of the Cotswold Way to explore this interesting area, which is steeped in history. There should be some cracking views if the weather is kind to us. Walks finish in Dursley, adjacent to the Old Spot pub.

A Walk

The A walk starts at Selsley Common (SO 833 035) and follows the Cotswold Way to Cam Long Down and Newlands Farm. Then they turn southwards to Rockstowes, Dursley Wood, Breakheart Hill, eventually reaching the Tyndale Monument, above North Nibley. Option to climb to the top of a spiral staircase of 121 steps-there is a voluntary charge to help with maintenance. Then, continue northwards to Stinchcombe Hill, via Drakestone Point, before descending to Dursley.

Leaders: Dave Arnot and Carol Gosling

Distance: 26km - Height Gain: 980m

B Walk

The B party start at the car park on the B4066 (SO795 014) and follow the Cotswold Way to Cam Long Down. They continue over Peaked Down, before turning eastwards to Uley Bury, then southwards to Coopers Wood, Dursley Wood, Breakheart Hill and Pitt Court. Here they aim generally northwards to Stinchcombe Hill, via Drakestone Point, before descending to Dursley.

Leaders: Bob Price, Paul Green and Peter Williams

Distance: 21 km-Height Gain: 800m

C Walk

The C walk is circular and will start at the coach park in Dursley (ST752 980) They will ascend and explore Stinchcombe Hill, taking in the extensive views, before descending to Hermitage Wood. They continue eastwards to Rockstowes, and onto Uley Bury, before swinging westwards over Cam Long Down and Peaked Down before the descent to Dursley.

Leaders: Howard Hill and Wendy Price

Distance: 15.5km -Height Gain: 560m

Maps: Explorer OL167 Thornbury, Dursley & Yate

Explorer 168 Stroud, Tetbury & Malmesbury.

Friday 1st – Monday 4th March Winter Weekend The Lake District

By popular demand we are returning once again to The New Dungeon Gill Hotel, at the foot of the Langdale Pikes in Great Lang-dale. It is a magnificent valley located in the cen-tre of the Lake District and there is a wealth of opportunities to walk and climb some of the best mountains in England.
From the door step we will have access to the Langdale Pikes, Bowfell, Crinkle Crags, the Ling-moor ridge and possibly Scafell Pike if conditions

Maps………………………………………..OL 6 English Lakes, South Western Area
OL 7 English Lakes, South Eastern Area
Details……………………………………………………………………......Wendy Price

Sunday 14th April 6:00am Pendle Hill and the Forest of Bowland

Walk Organiser – Petra Knowles

Cost of this months walk is £16 members £18 non members

We travel to Lancashire to begin our day of walking. All walks will cross a varied landscape steeped in stories of witchcraft. Pendle Hill, our final hill of the day linked in history to the 1612 trials of the Pendle witches and are among the most famous witch trials in English history. The twelve accused lived in the area surrounding Pendle Hill and were charged with the murders of ten people by the use of witchcraft, ten of them were subsequently found guilty and were hanged. All walks will finish at Barley, under the shadow of the imposing Pendle Hill.

The ‘A’ Party walk starts at the outskirts of Barnoldswick (462883) and then heads west to Weets Hill. A southerly direction is then followed along the Admergill near Blacko. Then head north westerly to Twiston Moor. At Hookcliffe plantation you will climb to the top of Pendle Hill. Across the top of the hill and down Ogden Clough to cross the bog of Spence Moor bringing you to the Ogden reservoirs and Barley for that well-earned drink.

Leaders: Tony Francis and Tony Millard.

Distance: 25Km Height Gain: 1000m

The ‘B’ Party walk starts at Gisburn Cattle Market (488827) and then heads west to walk near the river Ribble. At Sawley Bridge, catching a glimpse of abbey ruins you then head southwest bypassing various woods until Twiston reservoir. The party then heads south to climb the imposing Pendle Hill with spectacular views from the top. A descent down the southerly flank of Pendle Hill to the Ogden reservoirs and then onto the handsome village of Barley.

Leaders: Bob Price and Ian Broughton.

Distance: 20Km Height Gain: 700m

The ‘C’ Party walk mirrors the start of the B walk. Starting from Gisburn Cattle Market (488827) and then heading westwards to walk near the river Ribble. At Sawley Bridge, catching a glimpse of abbey ruins you will then head southwest bypassing various woods until Twiston reservoir. The party then heads up the flank of Pendle Hill to hopefully enjoy spectacular views before taking a direct route to the village of Barley.

Leaders: Wendy Price and Howard Hill.

Distance: 15Km Height Gain: 575m

Map: OL41 Forest of Bowland and Ribblesdale

Sunday 12th May 6:00am The Blencathra Group - Lake District

Walk Organiser – Bob Price

Cost of this months walk is £17 members £19 non members

It is often unappreciated that behind its high shoulder Blencathra is connected to a rarely visited horseshoe of hills, lying within the valley of Bannerdale. This secluded area is split by The Tongue and encircled by Bowscale Fell, Bannerdale Crags and Souther Fell.

All walks start at Scales on the A66 (NY346269) and finish in Threlkeld (NY326254).

The A walk includes the ascent of Sharp Edge, This Grade 1 scramble is anexposed, airy arête, which is not to be undertaken lightly, please choose another walk if you are unsure about this, this is not the best of places to find out that you are afraid of heights.

Sharp Edge will only be included if weather and fell conditions permit, please respect the leaders decision.

The A Party walk starts from Scales and ascends through Mousthwaite Comb to the summit of Souther Fell, descends to Mungrisedale, then climbs steeply to the summit of Bowscale Fell.

Turning south to skirt the edges of Bannerdale Crags the walk continues to the summit then descends to the Glendermackin Valley following Scales Beck to Scales Tarn from where the ascent of the grade 1 scramble of Sharp Edge and Foule Crag begins. The walk turns south and follows the path to the summit of Blencathra, then descends to Threlkeld via Halls Fell ridge, which is also a grade 1 scramble, but without the exposure of Sharp Edge. (NY326254).
Leaders: Tom Somervell and Paul Green.

Distance: 18Km Height Gain: 1250m

The B Party (1)walk also starts from Scales and follows the A route to the col at the top of Mousthwaite Comb, descends to the Glendermackin Valley which is followed towards Mungrisedale before turning west along the southern slopes of the Tongue. Turning south to skirt the edges of Bannerdale Crags the walk continues to the summit then descends to the Glendermackin Valleythen ascends to the summit of Atkinson Pike. The path is followed in a south westerly direction To Halls Fell Top, Blencathra’s summit, then continues along the cliff edges to Knowe Crags. The descent is via Blease Fell and the Blencathra Centre to the finish in Threlkeld (NY326254).

Leaders: Rob Maul and Roger Pobjoy.

Distance: 17.5Km Height Gain: 990m

The B Party (2)walk also starts from Scales in an easterly direction, then turns north and east to climb steeply along Doddick Fell to Halls Fell Top, Blencathra’s summit, follows the path to Atkinson Pike, descends steeply to the Glendermackin Valley, then climbs again to the summit of Bannerdale crags. The walk continues above the cliffs towards Bowscale Fell, then below the southern slopes of The Tongue to the river Glendermackin River. Turning south climbs gradually towards White Horse Bent, crosses the river, descends to scales, then follows the Glendermackin River to the finish at Threlkeld(NY326254).

Leaders: Bob Price and Peter Williams.

Distance: 17.5Km Height Gain: 950m

The C Party walk also starts from Scales and follows the A route to the col at the top of Mousthwaite Comb, descends to the Glendermackin Valley which is followed and climbs gradually towards Mungrisedale Common then ascends to the summit of Atkinson Pike. The path is followed in a south westerly direction To Halls Fell Top, Blencathra’s summit, then continues along the cliff edges to Knowe Crags. The descent is via Blease Fell and the Blencathra Centre to the finish in Threlkeld (NY326254).

Leaders: Wendy Price and Howard Hill

Distance: 12.5Km Height Gain: 715m

Maps: 1:25000 OL4. The English Lakes – North Western Area

OL5. The English Lakes – North Eastern Area

All Those Years Ago!

The seed was sown in the Autumn of 1973 when Ken Smithem was asked to arrange walks for a few interested colleagues in the Lucas electronics factory at Mere Green. Having thought he had discouraged them with the scramble up Tryfan they came back for more, so the idea of a club was formed. At an inaugural meeting, which was so well attended that it filled the whole canteen area, the Lucas Fellwalking and Rambling Club was born. Representatives from the nine main midlands factory areas were elected to produce a programme of walks.

The cold, 20 - seater coach for the first club walk, left the Great King Street factory on 17th February 1974, bound for Lathkill Dale. In this first year. members' subs were deducted from their monthly wages. Finding this arrangement less than satisfactory, the club was dissolved at its first AGM in February 1975, and reopened to all-comers as the Hill Walking Club - a double entendre reflecting the Hill Village area of its origin as well as our intention of being much more than a rambling club.

>Ray Siddell was the first chairman, and Stan Patchett designed the first club badge which is still seen on a few rucksacks, and now on the website. Little remains in the club archive from that very early period, but an entry from May 1975 details two walks interestingly described as a 'Ramble' and a 'Fell Walk'. The Ramble led by Joy and Ken Madeley took walkers from Patterdale, along Grisedale to finish at Grasmere. The Fell Walk led by Stan Bellaby and (of course!) Ken Smithem, was over St Sunday Crag, offering walkers a chance to watch fell runners on the Fairfield Horseshoe.

Many friendships, marriages, subgroups for weekly walks and backpacking have been generated from the contacts through the Club – we all have that common interest at heart.

May it long continue.

Ken

How do I contact the club for more information?	Use the contact email link at the top of this page, and we will get back to you. It would be useful if you leave a phone number.
Can I come on the next walk?	Use the email link at the top of this page and we will get back to you about coach availability, please leave a phone number
Where do you meet?	The coach picks us up from the car park in Mere Green.
How do I become a member?	The Club Rules require that a prospective member would normally have to complete 2 "B" walks succesfully to be eligible for club membership.
What fitness level is required?	A good level of fitness is required as all walks are in mountainous and sometimes remote areas.An average "B" walk is 18 kilometres in length and 900 metres of ascent, depending on the terrain,to be completed in about 6 hrs
What equipment is needed?	Please refer to the "Safety & Kit" link
What do I wear?	Please refer to the "Safety & Kit" link
How much does it cost?	The annual membership at present is £20. The coach costs vary, depending on the distance travelled, but is generally between £12 and £17.
Is there an age limit?	We don't have an upper age limit, -as long as you are fit enough to do the walks, thats fine. We do have a lower age limit of 18.
Can I take my dog on the walks?	No, we don't have dogs on our Sunday walks.

Hill Walking Club takes your privacy seriously and is committed to ensuring that all personal information handled by the club is processed according to the legally compliant standards of the General Data Protection Regulations which came into force on 25thMay 2018. As a “controller” of the personal information that you provide to us, this privacy notice sets out how, why and for how long we will use your personal data, as well as whom it is shared with. It also explains your legal rights as a data subject and how to exercise them.

What we need from you

When you join as a member of Hill Walking Club or renew your membership, we may ask you the following personal information:

Contact details – name, address, email address, phone number and emergency contact details.

If you do not provide us with the personal information that we need this may affect our ability to offer you our membership services.

When we collect your data, we will ask your consent to use it in different ways e.g. preferred means of contact. We will only use your personal data in ways you have given us permission to do so.

Why we need your personal information

Administration

We collect and use personal data solely for administrative purposes in order to help us carry out our services to members.

This includes:

Receiving membership subscriptions.
Issuing membership renewal reminders
Maintaining a contact database of our committee, leaders and members and their contact permissions.
Fulfilling coach bookings placed on-line, over the phone or in person.
AGM and Committee notices
Organising club activities including recces.
Reasons of safety on the hills in the event of difficulties or emergency
Banking officers will have access to bank details when required.

Legitimate purposes

We may also share personal information with professional and legal advisors for the purpose of obtaining advice.

We respect your privacy and will not sell or disclose your personal information to any third party, including other walking groups locally or nationally.

How we protect your personal information

Your personal information is accessed by our committee, only for the purposes set out above. It is stored by our club in a password protected computer database and paper based filing systems which are securely stored.

How long we keep your personal information

We only keep your personal information for as long as necessary to provide you with membership services. Unless you ask us not to, we will review and delete your personal information where you have not renewed your membership with us for one year.

You have a right to:

Change your communication preferences or restrict the processing of your personal data for specific purposes.
Request that we correct your personal data if you believe it is inaccurate or incomplete.
Request that we delete your personal information.
Access the personal data that we hold about you through a “subject access request”.

You can contact us by e-mail at: walking@hwcsc.co.uk

Complaints

If you are unhappy about how we have used your data, you can complain to the Honorary Secretary of the club

If you are not happy with our response, or you believe that your data protection or privacy rights have been infringed, you can complain to the UK Information Commissioner’s Office which regulates and enforces data protection law in the UK. Details of how to do this can be found at www.ico.org.uk

Notification of change of Privacy Policy

Hill Walking Club reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time. Notice of any change will be posted on our website and will be deemed effective on publication.

Honorary Secretary

Hill Walking Club

August 2018

The following list of clothing and equipment is agreed by the Club Committee, and links directly with the club rules.If committee members are unhappy about your clothing you may be restricted in the walks you can do, or even excluded from the days walk.

Considered to be essential;

Walking Boots with a good ankle support and well cleated soles.(Trainers or Approach Shoes are not acceptable)
Good quality waterproofs, jacket and over trousers.
Hat
Gloves
Rucksack(do not share)
Hot Flasks are needed in winter.
Plenty of water in the summer will stop you getting dehydrated.
Enough food for the day

Advisory;

Extra warm top.
Gaiters
Spare Socks
A change of dry clothing left on the coach is useful.
Sun protection cream (all seasons)
Map, compass and torch
Survival bag
Personal First Aid Kit (comprehensive kit carried by walk leaders)

General;

Clothes must be able to adapt to changeable mountain weather. Tops and trousers will be more comfortable made from lightweight fabrics designed to keep you warm in winter or cool in summer. These fabrics often draw moisture away from your body keeping you more comfortable. Thick cotton garments should be avoided as they are likely to get very wet, taking a long time to dry. Jeans are not allowed.
You will be out for a whole day, with no scheduled visits to food shops.You need sufficient calories to get you up the hills!
Please let the walk leaders know if you have a medical condition which could affect you on the walk

		Carol the "Chair" (Likes to be addressed as Sir)
	Colin the club secretary
		Bob our membership secretary
	John our treasurer (and the owner of the fattest wallet you're ever likely to see)
		Wendy, keeps everybody in order
	Arthur, our man in the Lakes
		Howard, not the youngest on the committee
	Rob
		Petra, one of our small group of extreme walkers
		Tony, Our co-opted committee member and another member of the small group of extreme walkers

Weather Forecasts

SUMMER 2019 NEWSLETTER

We haven’t had the wonderful summer we enjoyed last year, with above average rainfall and below average temperatures in June. However, we have been very lucky with the weather for our Sunday walks, with perfect conditions in the Lakes, in May, for the Rhinogs in June and again in the Black Mountains in July. Let’s hope our luck continues.

Last evening walk of the year is Thursday 25th July. Meet at 7.15pm at the Dog and Doublet pub at Bodymoor Heath (B76 9JD)

CLUB BUSINESS

Reminders

1. Re parking at St James Church.

We are asked to fill the spaces against the fence first (on the right hand side as you enter), making sure we leave access at the scout hut for the disabled ramp. It doesn’t matter about the red markings on the ground. Please drive into the space rather than reversing in, so exhaust fumes do not fill the gardens of adjoining properties (as requested by church!)

2.Members have priority booking up to 2 weeks before the day of the walk. After that any remaining seats will be made available to non-members. The fare for the day becomes due in full at the time of booking, and we ask for it to be paid on line please. If the seat is cancelled later than 7pm on the Thursday prior to the walk, the fare will still be payable unless the seat is sold.

If you do need to cancel a seat, it is helpful if you let Colin know if you wish to go on the waiting list for the next walk.

If you are on the waiting list for a walk, then it is YOUR responsibility to confirm (or reject) that place with Colin, as soon as possible after the preceding walk.

4th EUROPEAN ALPINE TRIP JUNE 28th –JULY 5th 2019

Eighteen members set out from Birmingham airport on Friday 28th July for a week walking in the French Alps. Problems with delayed flight and with the car rental pickups meant we did not arrive at our base for the week, the HOTEL GAI SOLEIL in Samoëns in the valley of Haut-Giffre till 1:30am. A late start was therefore called for the following morning. Two groups walked around and up to the top at “Tête de pre des Saix” (14KM 743m ascent) in temperatures into the mid 30’s. The top offered good views across the Mont Blanc range.

Temperatures were similar for the next few days. Sunday offered various walks around the Chalet de Bostan with the lead group reaching the Col de Bostan and the top at the “Tête de Bostan” (16.km 1300m ascent). Monday consisted of a leisurely walk to the Lac de Gers (12.8km 777m ascent) for most, although some members took the day to ascend the Aiguille du Midi via the Chamonix cable car. Sunday and Monday evening saw some spectacular sheet lighting displays. Monday’s storm was also accompanied by very strong gusts of wind which send the hotel’s pagoda, patio table, chairs and umbrellas across the outside seating areas and into one of the car parks. Many thanks to those members who helped the staff to recover the items.

The temperatures for Tuesday to Thursday were slightly cooler being in the high 20’s in the valley and not much lower on the hills. Three walks on Wednesday centered around reaching the Alfred Wills refuge (Alfred a founder member of the Alpine club originated from Birmingham). Walks varied in distance from 13km to 20km and up to 1100m ascent. Three walks on Thursday provided a varied choice in the Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval nature park. Two walks included a sharp ascent via the pas du boret which was aided by the metal ropes on the exposed rock and narrow path areas. The main group reached the Lac de la Vogealle 17km 1251m ascent. All walks reached the Chalet du Boret for refreshments and returned via Bout du Monde (end of the world). The final walks on Thursday were the nearest to Samoëns. Initially walking up through forest to meadows and the Chalets du Trot for a good view of Mount Blanc and refreshments. The B group continued up to the edge of the ridge at Barme whilst the A group continued up to the Cross at Aouille de Griou (16km 1500m ascent). All groups retraced their steps back to the Chalets du Trot before taking an alternate route through the forest back to the cars. Several members excelled themselves with Dave Arnot’s leadership of the lead group and should now be ready to join the A walks on the club’s monthly outings.

Evening meals were taken al-fresco and provided a varied and interesting selection of offerings that were well received. Thursday evening saw the start of an American festival in Samoëns which prompted a few members to demonstrate their line dancing skills, the locals were not impressed!

On Friday 5th July eighteen members returned via Birmingham airport, (i.e. no losses) to then make their way home.

AUTUMN WEEKEND: Bideford 4th-7th October 2019

As usual, Colin Little the weekend organiser, has arrangements for the weekend well under control. Latest information from Colin below.

'We have returned from a few days in Bideford recce'ing the Club's coastal walking weekend in October and I believe, for the quality of the walking and the accommodation, you're in for an enjoyable weekend.

I've sent emails to everyone indicating balances required. Many thanks to all those who have paid already, but to those who have yet to pay could you please send your final payments by bank transfer to the Club's account at your convenience.

I'll issue a 'welcome pack' in due course. This will give information on the hotel, meal and bus times and details of the walks planned.

I have arranged for a carvery on the Sunday evening. We sampled this for our Sunday evening meal on the recce and it was superb.'

BEER AND SKITTLES NIGHT -FRIDAY OCTOBER 18th 2019

We have booked Lee Marston Hotel for a fun evening of Beer and Skittles and a supper on Friday October 18th. We have enough deposits to make the evening viable, so we will shortly be circulating menu choices and asking for the balances.

We are still able to accommodate more, so if you haven’t already signed up, and you are free on October 18th, then why not come along for a friendly social event. Just pay £5 deposit per person, on line and we will add your name to the list.

Spouses/partners/friends/family are all welcome. The total cost of the evening is £15.95 which includes a two- course supper.

LAKES WEEKEND: February 28th -March 2nd 2020

The club weekend at the Coledale Inn is fully subscribed, but there is the possibility of B& B accommodation in Braithwaite for any latecomers. Please contact Wendy Price for any queries.

FIRST AID COURSES

We have been made aware of some basic first aid courses that are being offered in the Sutton Coldfield area. CPR Counts run training courses in first aid for Heart Attacks, Cardiac Arrests and Choking, and how to use a defibrillator. The courses are FREE and on various dates/venues in our area – the first autumn dates are now available. You need to register and then you can book onto a course to suit. Have a look at their website https://cprcounts.com/

THE WALKING PARTNERSHIP

Don’t forget, if you do book a Ramblers holiday, please nominate the Hill Walking Club through the Walking Partnership we have with Ramblers Holidays. They then provide a financial contribution to the club.

Take a look at their website on www.ramblersholidays.co.uk

NEW PROGRAMME 2020-DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

The committee have been discussing the suggestions put forward by the members for the Sunday walks and club nights for the 2020 programme. Although destinations have not yet been finalised, the following dates are confirmed for your diaries.

Sunday, January 19

Sunday, February 16

Tuesday, February 25 - AGM

Friday, February 28th- Monday March 2nd- Club Weekend

Sunday, March 15

Sunday, April 19

Sunday, May 17

Sunday, June14

Sunday, July 19

Sunday, August 16

Sunday, September 13

Autumn Club Weekend – dates to be confirmed

Sunday, October 18

Sunday, November 15

Sunday, December 13

QUOTE OF THE QUARTER

You never climb the same mountain twice, not even in memory. Memory rebuilds the mountain, changes the weather, retells the jokes, remakes all the moves.

Lito Tejada-Flores - Mountain climber and author

The Hill Walking Club, based in Royal Sutton Coldfield, offers a warm welcome to people who enjoy challenging and adventurous walks in the hills and mountains of England and Wales. We are a convivial group and look forward to welcoming new enthusiasts to our club.
Once a month on a Sunday, our walking programme takes us to the best high places in England and Wales. Starting from Sutton Coldfield in the West Midlands, we travel there and back by coach, replacing the stress of driving with a comfortable journey, -and maybe even a nap and a drink!
We usually offer three walks of varying length and difficulty, and because we take the safety of our members seriously all routes are thoroughly researched and led by the Club’s most experienced walkers. We also have local evening walks in summer, occasional club nights in winter, and weekends away at least twice a year.
The Hill Walking Club has been visiting Britains hills and mountains for over 40 years and many life-long frienships have started on our outings. Our walks are a wonderful way to stay fit and active and a chance to experience the joys of hill walking in the British countryside.
So, explore our website further. If you like what you see and would like to join us, then please use the contact at the top of this page.

http://www.dash4it.co.uk/store/	Discount O/S maps and more
http://www.stanfords.co.uk/	Maps and books for far away places
http://www.blacks.co.uk/	Outdoor stuff (dont forget its a 10% discount in store for club members)
http://www.mountain.rescue.org.uk/	Mountain Rescue council
http://www.walkingenglishman.com/lakes.htm	Walking ideas in the Lakes
http://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/	Walks in the Highlands
http://www.munromagic.com/	A site if you are doing the Munros
http://www.walkingforum.co.uk/	Discuss anything to do with walking
http://www.mountainbothies.org.uk/	Mountain Bothie association
http://www.wasdaleweb.co.uk/wasdalewebcam.html	Wasdale webcam
http://www.elh.co.uk/watersports/web_cam.aspx	A set of wecams at the watersports centerWindermere
http://visit-fortwilliam.co.uk/webcam/	Ben Nevis webcam
http://www.brecon-beacons.com/mountain-safety-advice.htm	Good safety advice for all mountain areas
http://www.sgurramblers.org.uk/	A walking club specialising on walks in Scotland
http://www.bada-uk.org	Advice on ticks, & tick removal tool
http://www.lockwoods.com/	Outdoor shop in Leamington Spa ( 10% discount for club members)
www.walkinginengland.co.uk	Walking ideas
http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/	15% discount with our club membership card
http://www.kahtoola.com/microspikes.php	This is the link for the Spkes some of us were using on the Long Mynd ( they are on the Amazon site)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPZv_8dA ... r_embedded	Using a mobile phone in an emergency /accident
https://www.rwhtravel.com/the-walking-partnership/	Booking a holiday through this company will benefit the club financially.
http://www.ramblers.org.uk/bigpathwatch	Ramblers footpath survey
https://walkingholidays.social/ramblers-private-group-holidays	Ramblers Private Group Holidays

Hill Walking Club

Constitution

1 The Club shall be called the Hill Walking Club, hereafter to be referred to as ‘the Club’ and shall be affiliated to the Ramblers’ Association.
2 Objects: To foster and promote challenging walks in hill country, providing opportunities for recreation and leisure.
3 Membership: The following are eligible for membership:
3.1 Membership of the Club shall be open to any person of 18yrs or above, completing a membership application form and paying the relevant subscription as determined by the Annual General Meeting, and who has completed two walks with the Club, to the satisfaction of the Committee.
3.2 There shall be 2 classes of membership available. These are:
3.2.1 Full Member
3.2.2 Honorary Member
4. Expulsion of Members: Members of the Club whose conduct is inappropriate or who decline to abide by any of the Club Rules may be expelled or suspended by a resolution passed at a meeting of the Committee where their subscription may be forfeited. Members shall have a right to appeal in person to the Committee with regard to any decision affecting them, provided that notice of such appeal is submitted to the Secretary, in writing, within seven days of the notification of the decision.
5. Officers and Committee Members: There will be nine members of the Club committee, three of which shall hold the offices of Chairperson, Secretary, and Treasurer.
6. Election of Officers and Committee:
6.1 All Committee members shall be elected for a period of three years. The elections shall be staggered in order to maintain continuity within the Committee.
6.2 Each year, any member of the Club may offer him/herself for election to the Committee, provided that a proposed and seconded application form is received by the Committee 60 days prior to the AGM.
Elections shall take place at the Annual General Meeting.
6.3 The officers shall be decided by the Committee.
7. Duties of the Committee:
7.1 The affairs of the Club shall be controlled by the Committee. The Committee shall meet at agreed intervals, and not less than twelve times per year.
7.2 The duties of the Committee shall be:
7.2.1 To control the affairs of the Club on behalf of the members.
7.2.2 To keep accurate records of the finances of the Club through the Treasurer. These shall be available for reasonable inspection by members, and should be externally reviewed before every Annual General Meeting. The Club shall maintain a bank account and the following officers shall be authorised to sign Club cheques: two from the Chairperson, Treasurer, and Secretary.
7.2.3 To co-opt additional members to the Committee if the Committee feels this is necessary. Co-opted members shall not be entitled to a vote on the Committee.
7.2.4 To make decisions on the basis of a simple majority vote.
8. General Meetings:
8.1 The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Club shall be held not later than the end of February each year. At least 60 days written notice of the AGM shall be given to members. Members must advise the Secretary in
writing of any business to be moved at the AGM at least 30 days before the meeting. A copy of the Agenda shall be sent to members not less than 7 days before the meeting.

8.2 The business of the AGM shall be to:
8.2.1 Receive and confirm the minutes of the previous AGM and any Special General Meetings held since the last AGM from the Secretary.
8.2.2 Receive the externally reviewed accounts for the year from the Treasurer.
8.2.3 Receive the annual report of the Club’s activities from theChairperson.
8.2.4 Elect Committee members as necessary.
8.2.5 Transact such business received in writing by the Secretary from members 30 days prior to the meeting and included on the agenda.
8.2.6 Accept, from members, items of Any Other Business which do not require a vote.
8.3 Special General Meetings may be convened by the Committee or on receipt by the Secretary of a request in writing, from not less than 5 Full Members of the Club. At least 30 days notice of the meeting shall be given.
8.4 At all General Meetings, the chair will be taken by the Chairperson or, in their absence, by a deputy appointed by the Committee.
8.5 Decisions taken at a General Meeting shall be by a single majority vote.
8.6 A quorum for a General Meeting shall be 16 members.
8.7 Each Full Member of the Club shall be entitled to one vote at
General Meetings.
9. Alterations to the Constitution: Any proposed alterations to the Club Constitution may only be considered at the Annual or a Special General Meeting, convened with the required notice of the proposal. Any alteration or amendment must be proposed by a Full Member of the Club, and seconded by another Full Member. Such alterations may be passed subject to conditions 8.5 and 8.6.
10. Dissolution:
10.1 If at any General Meeting of the Club, a resolution be passed calling for dissolution of the Club, the Secretary shall immediately convene a Special General Meeting to be held not less than 30 days
thereafter to discuss and vote on the resolution.
10.2 If at that Special General Meeting, the resolution is carried by a simple majority, the General Committee shall thereupon, or at such date as shall have been specified in the resolution, proceed to realize the assets of the Club and discharge all debts and liabilities of the Club.
10.3 After discharging all debts and liabilities of the Club, the remaining
assets shall not be paid or distributed amongst the members of the Club,
but shall be given or transferred to some other organisation or organizations having objectives similar to those of the Club.

Hill Walking Club

Rules

1 The annual subscription is set by the Committee and will run from 1st January to 31st December.
2 The Club requires that all members participating in full day walks are equipped according to the requirements outlined in the document which they receive when accepted for membership. Failure to do this could result in being excluded from the walk, and possible expulsion from the Club.
3 Members will have priority booking up to 2 weeks before the day of the walk. After that, any remaining seats will be made available to non-members. The fare for the day becomes due in full at the time of booking and should be paid into the Club bank account by the Thursday before the walk. If the seat is cancelled later than 7pm on the Thursday prior to the walk, the fare will still be payable unless the seat is resold and the coach is full.
4 The coach will leave Mere Green at the time stated in the programme. Refunds will not be available for those who miss it.
5 In the event of the coach being oversubscribed, members who sign on waiting lists for a walk must accept the Committee’s decisions re priority. It is the member’s responsibility to contact the Secretary before the walk to confirm or reject their place on the coach.
6 Visitors and guests are welcome on full day walks at the discretion of the Committee, having given prior notice. They will be charged a visitor’s fare and be expected to adopt the rules regarding walking and equipment.
7 During the walk, it is the responsibility of all walkers to accept the guidance of the leaders, respect the countryside codes and maintain a corporate responsibility which ensures a safe and successful day for all participants.
8 Members on walks must inform the leaders if they are aware of any medical condition or other reasons which might affect the successful completion of the walk.

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December 2018							January 2019							February 2019							March 2019
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2	3	4	5	6	7	8	6	7	8	9	10	11	12	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	3	4	5	6	7	8	9
9	10	11	12	13	14	15	13	14	15	16	17	18	19	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	10	11	12	13	14	15	16
16	17	18	19	20	21	22	20	21	22	23	24	25	26	17	18	19	20	21	22	23	17	18	19	20	21	22	23
23	24	25	26	27	28	29	27	28	29	30	31			24	25	26	27	28			24	25	26	27	28	29	30
30	31																				31

April 2019							May 2019							June 2019							July 2019
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	1	2	3	4	5	6				1	2	3	4							1		1	2	3	4	5	6
7	8	9	10	11	12	13	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	7	8	9	10	11	12	13
14	15	16	17	18	19	20	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	9	10	11	12	13	14	15	14	15	16	17	18	19	20
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28	29	30					26	27	28	29	30	31		23	24	25	26	27	28	29	28	29	30	31
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August 2019							September 2019							October 2019							November 2019
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				1	2	3	1	2	3	4	5	6	7			1	2	3	4	5						1	2
4	5	6	7	8	9	10	8	9	10	11	12	13	14	6	7	8	9	10	11	12	3	4	5	6	7	8	9
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December 2019
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