Sheffield Walking Group
Sheffield Walking Group
Previous events
Go West! City Break in Brizzle
** We will hopefully reschedule this weekend away for later in the year – keep watching this space! **
Join me for a fun-packed weekend in the UK's smiliest city.*
Amble around the city supping the local cider or head further afield for a more challenging hike – scenic coastlines, dramatic cliff tops and beautiful country parks are all less than an hour's drive away. Exact programme tbc.
Book your own accommodation: hostel, Airbnb, five-star hotel, camp baboon – the choice is yours!
It'll be gert lush, me babbers!
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
7mi/11km,
Intermediate Navigation Training at Grindleford *Online Booking Required* £12pp
Start: Open in map app SK250788, Grindleford Railway Station
Walk Leader: TBC If you would lik
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
****Online Booking required**** £12 Per person, limited spaces. Follow link.
https://peakdistrict.cinolla.com/ranger/courses/intermediing-grindleford
Saturday 9 May 2020
7 miles
Come and join the Rangers and learn to navigate using a map, compass and route card. Learn aspects of timing; pacing; compass types; route cards; Naismith’s rule; 6 or 8 figure grid refs; three Norths; magnetic variation; more map symbols; taking a bearing; walking on a bearing.
Event Grade: Moderate - moderate walk on ground with sometimes rough and uneven terrain and gradients.
Extra Items: Bring Ordnance Survey OL24 White Peak Map 1:25,000 and Silva Expedition compass, or similar.
Event Terrain: Some rough paths and moorland walking.
Start: 10.30am Finish: 4.30pm
Meeting Point: Grindleford Railway Station.
Grid Reference: SK250 788 Postcode: S32 2JA
Parking: Pay and Display - parking available on the station approach road.
Dogs: Assistance Dogs Only.
Near A Bus Route: Yes
Near A Rail Station: Yes
Cost: £12 per person aged 18 and above. Children aged 17 and below go free on any suitable event.
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Virtual Craft Night
Start: 19:30
End: 21:00 (approx)
Come along knitalong, stitch and bitch, be a hooker (crochet), decoupage, anything you like.
All you need for decoupage is magazines to tear coloured paper out of. PVA glue which should be able to get from somewhere like B&M or Wilkos. Then I have been sticking the paper on bottles.
Come with cup of tea, glass of wine 
to chat and craft or just chat!
To join follow the link on the evening: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85120697279
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
12mi/19km,
Chatsworth and More
Starting from Bakewell (outside the Agricultural Business Centre) we walk across to Carlton Lees and then follow the Derwent Valley Heritage Way through Chatsworth and Baslow We then return to Bakewell via Pilsley and Hassop with an opportunity to stop at the Chatsworth farm shop.
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
11mi/18km,
Go West
Start: Open in map app SJ976753, Hooleyhey Lane, Rainow
Walk Leader: Alex T
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
A walk exploring some of the west of the Peak District. Starting at Lamaload Reservoir we will walk cross country to Tegg's Nose and the old quay works there. We then cut through the top of Macclesfield forest before beginning the assent towards Shinning Tor. The Cat and Fiddle may have reopened as a whiskey distillery by the walk so we may pop in for a sample before the summit. From Shinning Tor we should see Telescope at Jodrell Bank and maybe Snowdonia before returning to the reservoir.
Meet at Fitzwilliam Street Car Park 09:15 or 10:15 at start.
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
11mi/18km,
North by Northwest
Start: Open in map app SK391914, Meadowhall Park and Ride Car Park
End: Open in map app SK327911, Middlewood Park & Ride
Walk Leader: Ruth T
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
A linear walk along the route of Sheffield Country Walk. Following the semi rural edge of the Northwest of the city, we walk from Meadowhall to Middlewood. On the way we take in ancient woodland and old paths around Ecclesfield, Burncross (pub stop), Greno Woods, along Birley Edge and down to Middlewood via Beeley Woods and the River Don. Option to cut the walk short to 5.5 miles by leaving us at Burncross.
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
10.5mi/17km,
Back Tor and Derwent Edge
Start: Open in map app SK172894, Fairholmes Visitor Centre
Walk Leader: Rachel G
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
A circular walk - starting at Derwent Dam there is a steady climb up to Back Tor and along Derwent Edge for some great views
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
0mi/0km,
Catherine's Surprise Walk
****Details coming soon****
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Ingleton Weekend Away
More info: Here
For our mid-spring weekend away we are heading to the Yorkshire Dales staying in the Barnstead at Stackstead Farm. Stackstead Farm is situated approximately one mile from the picturesque village of Ingleton and only 5 minutes walk from the nearest pub. With panoramic views of Ingleborough (one of the Yorkshire Three Peaks), and surrounded by some of the most beautiful limestone countryside in England. For more information see https://www.stacksteadfarm.co.uk/.
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
8mi/13km,
2 Reservoirs, 1 Trig Point
Start: Open in map app SK296943, Damasel Lane, Bradfield
Walk Leader: Bryn C
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
Starting at Glen Howe Park we make our way across More Hall Reservoir and Broomhead Reservoir before heading up to Bolsterstone and Midhop and circling back down to Glen Howe. We can call in at the Blue Ball Pub if there’s interest, which is not far from Glen Howe.
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
7mi/11km,
Bimble around Bamford Moor
Start: Open in map app SK207825, Mytham Bridge, Bamford
Walk Leader: Shamsa R
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
A 7 mile stroll around Bamford Moor. We'll head out of Bamford to walk the edge for views of Ladybower. Then dropping down to Jagger's Clough & across to amble under Stanage edge for a while, before heading back through the fields & woodlands to Bamford.
Return buses are hourly.
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
8mi/13km,
The Great Ridge - Hope to Castleton
Start: Open in map app SK171835, Station Road, Hope
Walk Leader: Shamsa R
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
The classic ridge walk. We will be starting in Hope, heading North West out to Lose Hill. In clear weather there'll be some great views. Onwards to Hollins Cross and Mam Tor. We'll then head off south past the old mines and quarries to follow the Limestone way through Cave Dale and the finish at Castleton.
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
11.5mi/19km,
Up To The Downfall (Scramble)
Start: Open in map app SK122854, Edale Railway Station (Platform 2)
Walk Leader: Sam D
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
So much on offer with this one! A great opportunity to see Kinder Downfall from below, plus three of the best Kinder scrambles to boot (literally)!
We take The Pennine Way to Jacob's Ladder, then scramble up The Cloughs and head along the ridge to Kinder Low. From here we contour down into Kinder Downfall ravine and scramble up to the base of the waterfall. Then it's back round and up Red Brook, onwards past Pym Chair and Woolpacks to Crowden Clough, then a scramble back down towards Edale for a well deserved drink or drinks.
This is Grade 1 (easiest level) scrambling for more experienced walkers. Walking boots/grippy footwear essential.
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
14mi/23km,
Upper Don Valley Circuit
Start: Open in map app SK307933, Station Rd (on bridge over River Don), Oughtibridge
Walk Leader: Chloe T
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
Starting from Oughtibridge, we walk through Wharncliffe Wood and up onto Wharncliffe Chase before dropping down towards Deepcar and Stocksbridge where we cross under the railway and over the River Don. On the other side of Deepcar we walk to Bolsterstone, then down to Broomhead reservoir and circle round it anticlockwise before heading back to Oughtibridge via Raynor clough, Spout House Hill and Glen Howe.
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
10.5mi/17km,
Longshaw, White Edge, Baslow Edge, Curber Edge and Froggatt Edge
Start: Open in map app SK266803, Fox House on Hathersage Road
Walk Leader: Dominic C
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
A lovely walk starting from Fox House, we will start the walk through Longshaw Estate, and head up onto White Edge where we will have a change to observe some Red Deer from a distance, from here, we will visit the trig point on White Edge before dropping down onto Balsow Edge where we will hopefully see some highland cows, after admiring the highland cows, we will then head towards Curber Gap where we can stop at the cafe van if it's there for a beverage before heading onto Curber Edge, Froggatt Edge and back to Fox House via Lonhshaw Estate.
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
8mi/13km,
Baslow to Bakewell
Start: Open in map app SK259721, Church Lane, Baslow and Bubnell
End: Open in map app SK218685, Rutland Square, Bakewell
Walk Leader: Alex T
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
Will will be walking from Baslow to Bakewll via Chatsworth and the river derwent.
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
10mi/16km,
Parkin Clough, Win Hill & Ladybower circular
Start: Open in map app SK208826, Bamford Railway Station, Bamford
Walk Leader: Shamsa R
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
We'll be starting with a stroll towards Ladybower from Bamford Station, before turning off up Parkin Clough. This will be a steady, steep but fun climb at a fairly slow pace with a couple of rest stops on the way. Once up & over Win Hill it's a much more gentle walk along Thornhill Brink & Hope Brink. At Hope Cross we'll cut down through the woods to the reservoir & back along the shore to the Plugholes & Bamford.
Trains return from Bamford Station at 40 minutes past every hour & we'll be aiming for an afternoon finish.
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
10mi/16km,
To Kinder Downfall and Back
From Barber Booth we head up Jacobs Ladder to the top of Kinder Scout from where we walk along the Pennine Way unti we get to Kinder Downfall. We walk across the top of Kinder to the edge above Edale before heading down into the Vale of Edale and then back to Barber Booth.
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
8.5mi/14km,
Dave walks home and back
Start: Open in map app SK218686, Tourist Information Center
Walk Leader: David W
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
Join me for a circular walk from Bakewell to Youlgrave where I am lucky enough to live and then back to Bakewell. We will take in the hamlet of Alport, the pretty Dales of Bradford and Lathkill, the village of Over Hadron before returning to Bakewell.
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
8mi/13km,
Spring Surprise Walk
Start: Open in map app SK285862, Terminus, Redmires Road, Lodge Moor
Walk Leader: Catherine H
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
Back by popular demand, it's Catherine with another surprise walk!
Come along and all will be revealed...
Wear clothes/boots you don't mind getting muddy - bring lunch - bring cash for the pub at the end (The Three Merry Lads) as their card machine wasn't working when I did the recce.
Walk leader will get on the bus at Broomhill at 10:20 - please click here for full route and timetable.
Buses back are every 30 minutes.
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
4mi/6km,
Beginners Navigation Training at Edale *Online Booking Required* £12pp
Start: Open in map app SK124856, The Moorland Visitor Centre, Edale.
Walk Leader: TBC If you would lik
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
****Online Booking required**** £12 Per person, Limited spaces. Follow link.
https://peakdistrict.cinolla.com/ranger/courses/beginners-navigtion-training-at-edale
Saturday 29 February 2020
4 Miles
An introduction to navigation comprising a short classroom presentation followed by practice on a walk in the Hope Valley. The course focuses on map reading and covers navigating without a compass, mainly using rights of way. It includes an introduction to map types and scales; map symbols; the National Grid system; grid references; distances; contours and the shapes of the terrain; orientating the map using topographical features and relating it to the ground.
Event Grade: Moderate – moderate walks on ground with sometimes rough and uneven terrain and gradients.
Extra Items: OS Explorer map (1:25,000) OL1 The Peak District – Dark Peak Area.
Event Terrain: Short sections along the road and good, well-drained footpaths but 2 sections across fields which may be wet and muddy. One gradual ascent.
Start: 10:45am Finish: 3:30pm
Distance: 4 miles
Meeting Point: The Moorland Visitor Centre, Edale.
Grid Reference: SK124 856 Postcode: S33 7ZA
Parking: Please note that there is no parking available at the Centre. Please park in the Pay and Display car park near Edale Station. From the car park, walk 200 yards towards Edale Village under the railway bridge.
Near Rail Station: Yes (Edale - Edale Station lies on the Manchester-Sheffield rail line. From the station, walk for 200 yards towards Edale Village to the Visitor Centre)
Near Bus Route: No
Dogs: Assistance Dogs Only
Cost: £12 per person aged 18 and above. Children aged 17 and below go free on any suitable event.
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
11mi/18km,
Ramshaw Rocks, Hen Cloud, The Roaches and Luds Church
Start: Open in map app SJ998662, Gradbach Car Park
Walk Leader: Nigel L
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
Buried deep in the South West corner of the Peak District and across the Staffordshire border, this walk provides less familiar Peak District landscapes and, for many, a new place to explore. Delve through the usual rock formations of Ramshaw Rocks, a climb up Hen Cloud for the views further into Staffordshire and up onto the dramatic ridge of The Roaches, a place for an optional scramble for those feeling a bit more adventurous (Grades 1, 2 or 3).
However, a highlight of the day is probably passing through Lud’s Church, a 15m deep chasm where both Robin Hood and Bonnie Prince Charlie are said to have hidden from the authorities in Ye Olden Times.
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
8.5mi/14km,
Wild Wild(erness Gully) West
Start: Open in map app SE013034, Dovestone Reservoir Car Park
Walk Leader: Sam D
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
Set in the spectacular Chew Valley, this walk takes in a variety of scrambling routes with stunning views.
We circle around Dovestone reservoir and head up towards Wilderness Gully West, a steep gully offering a Grade 1 scramble to the valley ridge. From here, we head along the edge to Chew reservoir, then back down Chew Road to Charnel Clough - a fantastic scramble up to Dish Stone Moss. Then it's back to the car park via Dove Stone Rocks.
The scrambling is all Grade 1 (easiest level), with options to vary the difficulty if desired. Definitely for more experienced walkers; walking boots/grippy footwear essential.
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
9.5mi/15km,
Edges Part Two
Start: Open in map app SK267080, Fox House Inn
End: Open in map app SK258672, Baslow
Walk Leader: Matthew B
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
Starting from Fox House Pub, heading through the Longshaw Estate along the trail towards the next work of roads and high moorland of Totley Moss and White Edge Moor, heading past two small enclosed plantations we will head south passing ‘Hurkling Stone’ with the Grouse Inn on the right in the distance, we will follow this along heading up towards the Trig Point 365m on White Edge, then drop down towards Curbar Carpark, if the coffee wagon is there, we can have a break and a cake before moving on. From the carpark, we will head directly south picking up Baslow Edge, around to Eagle Stone & Wellington Monument, from here we will head directly east, towards Sheffield Road, cross and head towards the final Edge which is Birchen Edge & the Trig Point at 310m, additionally, the ‘three ships’ & Nelsons Monument. From here we will then head south, dropping towards the pub, which is the Robin Hood. From here we will head back in towards Baslow to catch the bus back to Sheffield.
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Tower Windmill (Norfolk)
If you have ever fancied staying in a windmill then this is the weekend away for you. For this weekend we will be travelling to the North Norfolk Coast, staying in the Tower Windmill. We do have the accomodation for an extra night. For more information see https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/holidays/tower-windmill-norfolk.
THIS WEEKEND HAS NOW SOLD OUT.
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
10mi/16km,
Trig points less visited : Dead and Snailsden Edges
Start: Open in map app SE158024, Dunford Bridge TPT car park. S36 4AF
Walk Leader: Chris B
Backmarker: Anna B
We skirt south along Winscar Reservoir before climbing up Dearden Moss, passing the Woodhead tunnel air shaft and sighting pillars. There's then the first pathless trig at Dead Edge before heading out n back to Britland Edge. Skirting the edge of Ramsden Clough, we take in the views of Ramsden Rocks before our second pathless trig at Snailsden Edge. It's then down and across the reservoir wall at Harden before heading back along the reservoir to Dunford Bridge. Option of warming up over a pint after at the nearby Dog & Partridge
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
11mi/18km,
North by Northwest
Start: Open in map app SK391914, Meadowhall Park and Ride Car Park
End: Open in map app SK327911, Middlewood Park & Ride
Walk Leader: Ruth T
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
**Cancelled due to weather**
A linear walk along the route of Sheffield Country Walk. Following the semi rural edge of the Northwest of the city, we walk from Meadowhall to Middlewood. On the way we take in ancient woodland and old paths around Ecclesfield, Burncross (pub stop), Greno Woods, along Birley Edge and down to Middlewood via Beeley Woods and the River Don. Option to cut the walk short to 5.5 miles by leaving us at Burncross.
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
6mi/10km,
Loxley Common and Loxley River Amble
Start: Open in map app SK319902, Oceana Fish Bar, Wisewood
Walk Leader: Nigel L
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
A gentle wonder through the wooded spaces of Wadlsey and Loxley commons and up onto the valley top giving us wide open views of Bradfield Dale and Peak District moorland beyond. The route follows up high before descending to reach the edges of Damflask Reservoir. The return journey takes alongside the sheltered banks of the River Loxley. We’ll be visiting the Wadlsey Jack for a post walk drink and/or Sunday lunch. Text if you want food as I’ll let the pub know.
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
7.5mi/12km,
New members walk- Burbage Valley, Higger Tor, Carl's walks and Longshaw Estate
Start: Open in map app SK266803, Bus stop on Hathersage Road across from The Fox House Inn2
Walk Leader: Dominic C
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
A classic walk through Burbage Valley where we will make our way up Higger Tor, Carl's walk and Millstone Edge, from here we will make our way back down to Lawencefield, Bole Hill, Padley Gorge and through Longshaw Estate where we can end the walk either at the cafe at longshaw or go to the fox house pub for a stiffer drink.
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
6mi/10km,
South West Suburban Scenic Sunday Stroll
Start: Open in map app SK323781, Dore and Totley Train station
End: Open in map app SK350784, Meersbrook Park
Walk Leader: Kate W
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
From Dore and Totley, we will be following a section of the Round Sheffield Walk. We pass through Ladies Spring Wood, Chancet Wood, Graves Park, Coneygree Wood and finish up at Meersbrook Park with its amazing views over Sheffield. Options for a cafe stop in Graves Park and pub at the end.
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
10mi/16km,
High and Low Down in the Dales
Start: Open in map app SK122717, A6, Blackwell in the Peak
End: Open in map app SK177779, Great Hucklow
Walk Leader: Ruth T
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
We get the bus out to Blackwell and then make our way back - low down in Cheedale (on the stepping stones if water level allows), some easy sections on the Monsal Trail, an optional high up section with spectacular views above Milldale, up through Cressbrook Dale and over fields to finish at the pub in Great Hucklow for the bus home.
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
10mi/16km,
Edale, Jacob's Ladder, kinder downfall and Grindsbrook Clough
Start: Open in map app SK122854, Edale train station
Walk Leader: Dominic C
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
A classic walk I have done many time, the walk starts through the Edale Valley towards Jacob's Ladder, from here, we head up the rather steep Jacob's Ladder towards Edale Rocks and Kinder Downfall.
Once we have taken in the views over Glossop, we can then back track a little (to avoid the boggy parts of Kinder) and take a path towards Pym Chair, wool packs and crowden tower where we will then head down Grindsbrook Clough back into Edale.
Once in Edale, we can then head to the pub for a pint or 3 before catching the train back to Sheffield.
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
4.5mi/7km,
Sheffield Park Perambulation
Start: Open in map app SK365867, Victoria Centre, Victoria Methodist Church, Stafford Road, Sheffield, S2 2SE
Walk Leader: Nabil A
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
Join us for a stroll around the historic suburb of Sheffield Park, taking in Victorian parkland, post-war utopian living, a medieval hunting lodge and the best views of Sheffield. The walk takes us past the Cholera Monument, around Norfolk Heritage Park and through the ancient woodland of Jervis Lum. We'll cross the new parkland at Manor Fields and visit Manor Lodge before enjoying panoramic views as we descend along Skye Edge.
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
11mi/18km,
Undiscovered Ughill
This walk takes in a little frequented area around Ughill, Dungworth and upper Hollow Meadows. Starting from Low Bradfield, we follow the Sheffield Country walk west for a short distance, before cutting up over Ughill Moors, along to Crawshaw Head and down Royds Clough towards Ughill. We then wander along lanes and footpaths to Load Brook, Hill top and Dungworth, before returning to Low Bradfield via Damflask Reservoir.
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
7mi/11km,
Ringing Roger, Blackden & Grindsbrook Scramble
Start: Open in map app SK122854, Edale Train Station
Walk Leader: Sam D
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
Back onto Kinder again for a choice selection of scrambles. The route is: Edale, Ringing Roger, Blackden Brook, across the top to Grinds Brook and then back down to Edale. We'll be having a go at a gritstone outcrop and a steeper gully this time, all Grade 1 (easiest level) but slightly more vertical! Definitely for more experienced walkers, this should be lots of fun - bring your walking boots, waterproofs, and expressions of child-like glee...
Note: it's possible there will be some ice around, so we may have to vary the route slightly as conditions dictate.
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
8mi/13km,
Cannon Hall and the Silkstone Waggonway
Start: Open in map app SE290043, Silkstone Common railway station
Walk Leader: Chris B
Backmarker: Anna B
From Silkstone Common station we head down to Silkstone Village, joining the waggonway for the last section of the descent. We then enjoy the easy stroll following the waggonway route to the former Barnby Basin. We then head through the pretty (and rather exclusive) village of Cawthorne and into cannon Hall Country Park where we will have time to visit the farm shop for those who are prepared to carry back some goodies and for a lunch stop. Refreshed, we can then tackle the ups and downs and the final (not too steep) hill back up to the station. Drink afterwards at the Station Inn before the train back, dep 15.51, arr Sheffield 16.34
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
8mi/13km,
Sir Williham Hill & Abney
Start: Open in map app SK231816, Besom Lane, Hathersage
Walk Leader: David W
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
A Circular wander starting in Hathersedge out onto Eyam Moor rising to the fantastic viewpoint of Sir William Hill. I have booked glorious sunshine for this bit! From there we will head down through the lovely oak woods along Abney Clough to Abney its self.
With the last leg over Offerton Moor (views once more) and across the stepping stones over the River Derwent to Hathersedge once more. All the usual refreshment opportunities.
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
5mi/8km,
Stannington Loop Sunday Brunch walk
Start: Open in map app SK326894, Malin Bridge Tram stop
Walk Leader: Chloe T
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
Starting at Malin bridge, we walk up the Loxley valley, climb up to Stannington to see amazing views from both sides of the ridge and descend into the Rivelin valley to walk back to Malin bridge.
We will stop at the Rivelin cafe for Sunday brunch/cakes and coffee on the way back.
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
13.5mi/22km,
Seeking the Bakewell Tart
Start: Open in map app SK258722, Cafe on the Green, Baslow and Bubnell
Walk Leader: Dominic C
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
A beautiful 13.5 mile walk through Chatsworth grounds and Bakewell, we will start the walk in Baslow and make our way into Chatsworth where we will be visiting the hunters tower and waterfalls before making our way over to bakewell for Lunch and a Bakewell tart, after lunch we will be heading back into Chatsworth and visiting the little village which is nestled on the grounds and back into Baslow where we can head to the pub for a drink or 2 afterward.
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
7.6mi/12km,
New Year's Day Surprise Walk
Start: Open in map app SK208826, Bamford Railway Station, Bamford
Walk Leader: Catherine H
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
Start the new year as you mean to go on — with a lovely walk in excellent company!
Surprise circular walk with pub stop at end. Sections of the route will be very muddy, making proper boots and/or gaiters essential.
Trains back to Sheffield are every hour at 42 minutes past. We should easily make the 15:42, but I for one will be lingering in the Anglers Rest for longer...
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
8mi/13km,
A stroll in the woods
Start: Open in map app SK427808, George and Dragon pub , High Street, Mosborough
Walk Leader: Richard E
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
A short wander through Moss Valley and Eckington Woods with a pub at the end!
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
4.5mi/7km,
Post-dinner Padley Gorge work out walk
Start: Open in map app SK250788, B6521, Grindleford
Walk Leader: Natalie T
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
From Grindleford Station we head up Padley Gorge over some uphill, rocky terrain towards Longshaw. Across to Millstone Edge and we take in some great views over the Hope Valley. We then head back down to Grindleford and to the legendary station cafe for tea and a snack or lunch.
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
9mi/14km,
Boxing Day Bimble
Take a break from TV, turkey and Trivial Pursuit and come on a delightful, easygoing stroll.
From Endcliffe Park we follow the Porter Valley to Ringinglow through to Limb Valley and back to Endcliffe Park.
Meeting Point: Cafe in Endcliffe Park, now confirmed as being open
Potential for a pub stop at the end.
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
7.5mi/12km,
Seasonal Solstice Scramble
Start: Open in map app SK122854, Edale Train Station
Walk Leader: Sam D
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
What better way to celebrate the good old celestial U-turn towards summer...
From Edale we head to Jacob's Ladder, and The Cloughs: a series of gullies that provide a thrilling alternative to the usual route up. We scramble over water-carved rock and boulders (with the option of a Grade 2 wall for the more adventurous!), then head along Kinder Edge towards Crowden Clough. Here we descend past spectacular waterfalls and rock formations, then back to Edale for some well-deserved refreshments and high-calorie foodstuffs.
The scrambling for this route is all around Grade 1 (with some Grade 2 options available). One for more experienced walkers; walking boots are essential.
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
11mi/18km,
Good Will Hunters Bar the Shouting
Start: Open in map app SK331857, Queen Victoria Statue, Endcliffe Park
End: Open in map app SK230815, Hathersage
Walk Leader: Steve J
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
Starting at Hunters Bar we head along Porter Valley to the Norfolk Arms. We then cross the moor to The Redmires Reservoirs and Stanedge Pole before walking along Stanage Edge to the trig point where we descend at the oft photographed millstones. We then head down to Hathersage via Mitchell Field from where we catch the bus home.
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
8mi/13km,
Castleton Christmas Lights
Start: Open in map app SK151683, Castleton, How Ln/Bus Stn
Walk Leader: Chris B
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
We head out of Castleton past Losehill Hall Hotel and the steep climb up Lose Hill. We follow the ridge to Mam Tor before tracing the route of the old road, closed by a landslide in the 70s, back to Castleton.
There's then the option of a look at the lights / cafe and the 16.32 bus back (or poss 15.23 bus without cafe visit), or a late afternoon pub meal (4.30pm The George).
Please let the walk leader know in advance if you would like a place reserving for the meal.
This should just give time to get to the Carols in the Cavern at 6pm (tickets now sold out). Buses back at 18.28 / 19.30 / 20.30 depending how many pubs you want to visit.
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
5mi/8km,
Christmas Mince Pie & Mulled Wine Walk
Start: Open in map app SK262919, Smithy Bridge Road, Bradfield
Walk Leader: Nigel L
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
Low Bradfield is an ideal start for a Christmas and pre-Christmas party walk. Situated at the head of Loxley valley, this picturesque village is surrounded by Bradfield Dale. Our walk around Bradfield Dale includes a variety of landscapes with some lovely views of Agden reservoir, an ancient hill fort, moorland, a gritstone edge and Adgen wood. Whilst looking at these views we’ll enter into the festive spirit with some mince pies and hot mulled wine (provided by the walk leader).
Dropping back down into Low Bradfield we’ll visit the warming & cosy The Plough Inn (optional). Arrival back in Sheffield should be around 3pm (pub visit included).
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
9mi/14km,
Matlock Christmas wonderland
Start: Open in map app SK297603, Matlock Bus Station, Matlock Town
Walk Leader: Dominic C
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
I have created a 9 miles walk starting at the bus/train station in Matlock, from here, we will visit Lumsdale Waterfalls, High Tor, The river through Matlock Baths, passing Gulliver’s Kingdom and Heights of Abraham and back to Matlock town via the Limestone way.
After the walk, We are hoping to catch the Santa’s Christmas parade at 4:15pm, the Light switch on at 4:45pm and then a visit to the Victoria Christmas Market (which have heated marques).
Walk starts at 10:10am
What to bring on the walk - Proper walking boots, Waterproof jacket, Food and water.
If there is any risk of poor weather: Waterproof trousers, Torch (particularly on Winter walks), Hat & gloves, Spare warm clothing, Whistle, Hot drink.
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Remember to bring your PPE and/or alcohol hand gel, keep your distance and follow walk leader's advice
6.5mi/10km,
From Millhouses and beyond
Start: Open in map app SK332828, Millhouses Park Cafe
Walk Leader: Natalie T
Backmarker: Volunteer on day
From Millhouses Park to Ecclesall Wood, a steady uphill through the woods, Whirlow and beyond. Across the fields above Bents Green towards Whiteley Woods, back to the reservoir on Ringinglow Rd., around the playing fields, Bole Hill Plantation and into Limb Valley. Follow Limb Brook all the way downstream to Abbeydale Rd. South near to the Abbeydale Miniature Railway, through Ecclesall Wood and return to Millhouses Park.
Spaces are very limited - let us know straight away if you cancel
South Lakes Autumn Escape
This is opportunity to explore the South Lakeland area. Rookhow is situated in the secluded Rusland Valley between lakes Windermere and Coniston, within walking distance of Grizedale Forest, and with the Lakeland fells and lake shores just a few minutes away. With only 14 places it is likely to fill up quickly. Bookings open at October pub meet.
More details can be found at http://www.rookhowcentre.co.uk/ or https://independenthostels.co.uk/members/rookhowbunkbarn/
Booking on walks is ONLY by EventBrite - do not try to book on directly with the walk leader
Red Deer Team Pub Quiz
Start: 20:00
End: 21:30 (approx)
Join our SWG Team as we ‘virtually’ head to the Red Deer for their ‘InQuizition’ pub quiz. This is guaranteed to be a fun, frustrating and great evening at one of Sheffield’ best known pub quizzes (a favourite of many a SWG member). They even have proper ‘Red Deer voucher’ prizes for the winners!! The quiz last around an hour.
Meet up via Zoom beforehand and have a bit of a chat (around 8pm).
Zoom link to meet up before quiz: JOIN THE TEAM HERE!!
Direct link to Red Deer Quiz: HERE