The walk goes through Chinley Churn, Peep O Day, South Head, Brown Knoll; then the great ridge which includes Lord's Seat, Mam Tor, Back Tor and Lose Hill. Then from Lose Hill to Hope where we get the train home. A pub stop in Hope after the walk is also optional.

This walk was previously postponed due to trains not running

Starting at Crowden car park we will walk up to Black hill and back again via different route.

A summer afternoon stroll, we begin with a short but sharp ascent up The Nab. After taking a moment to catch our breath and enjoy the scenery below of the Vale of Edale, we'll continue alongside Golden Clough to Ringing Roger. We'll then head east towards Crookstone Out Moor and Crookstone Hill, admiring great views towards Ladybower reservoir on the way. We return to Edale along a the lower path via Jaggers Clough.

At the end of the walk we'll call in at the Edale Wood Fired Pizza Company where freshly made wood fired pizza is available. There'll also be an option for a drink in the pub before returning home.

Please indicate when booking on if you're interested in pizza. If there's a lot of interest I'll give the company advanced warning so they know to expect us.

A lovely longish walk around the middle of the Peak District over moors, edges, rivers and woodland. From Burbage Bridge near Fox House, we climb up Hathersage Moor via Carl Wark & Higger Tor onto Stanage number 1, before descending to Hope Valley Ice Cream at Thorpe Farm. We cross the River Derwent by the stepping stones before winding our way round to Bretton Clough, after which we climb up to Eyam Moor and Stanage number 2. After that, we drop back to the river at Grindleford before following Burbage Brook back up the hill to Longshaw and Fox House.

A circular hike around the Moss Valley. We start at the edge of the city before making our way to Povey Farm continuing along the bridleway before joining the Dronfield path. We pass 2 more farms (Sicklebrook and Trowayhall for those counting) before reaching the Gate Inn. This pub has a no muddy boots policy so we may end up having our lunch break at the cafe (Wards of Troway) opposite. We then head back across the valley passing the fishing ponds of Geerlane Farm before passing through Ryall's Wood back to the start point.
Note: Some of the bridleway is likely to be on the muddy side so expect some hard going at times.

Probably the most popular walk in the Peak District. This route from Hope takes us to the neighbouring village of Castleton and then onto the Limestone Way via Cave Dale. After leaving the Limestone Way at Old Moor the path turns north towards Mam Tor. After climbing the very popular hill the walk continues along the super and appropraitely named Great Ridge which overlooks the Hope valley. After two miles along the ridge drop back into the valley and return to Hope.

A lovely walk over Derwent Edge with excellent views over Ladybower and Derwent res, the walk begins with a slightly steep climb for about a mile to Derwent Edge however after the initial climb, it's a nice steady walk with amazing views especially from Lost Lads viewing point, from here, we will visit Derwent Dam where there is an opportunity to stop and grab a coffee /snack before we head alongside Derwent Res, ladybower res and back to the cars.

There will be an optional pub stop at Yorkshire Bridge Inn

Meet at the Endcliffe Park entrance by Hunters Bar roundabout at 10am Saturday 29 June

Meeting at Endcliffe Park, we’ll go through the woods along the river and past Forge Dam, then up to The Norfolk Arms at Ringinglow, checking out the alpacas. Heading over Houndkirk Moor for great views of the city, we’ll go by Fox House and Burbage to Higger Tor. From there we drop down to Hathersage and end with a well deserved cuppa in the cafe.

This is a linear walk - you can get the bus back to Endcliffe Park from Hathersage, or the train/bus back to Sheffield city centre. The walk should take around 6 hours including breaks.

A floral spectacular walk around Lathkill Dale, one of the prettiest valleys of the White Peak. From Youlgreave and Alport we climb past Conksbury Bridge (don't know if we'll see it, I've never taken that path!) and up to Over Haddon, where we'll see the local Derbyshire tradition of well dressing, where a picture is made out of flowers to celebrate the wells that brought water to limestone villages before plumbing. Then we drop steeply into Lathkill Dale with a visit to the remains of Mandale Mine and the wildflowers of the upper dale, before leaving the valley via Calling Low and crossing to Bradford Dale to return to Youlgreave, where there will be more well dressings.

Fingers crossed for good weather: ice cream may be available to buy on this walk, and there's a swimming spot in the river at the end in Youlgreave, so bring kit and a towel. Unless it's raining or something.

Starting from the plague village of Eyam, we will walk via the Riley graves to Forggatt where we will assend up on to Froggatt Edge. From here we will stroll down to Longshaw for a spot of lunch and the on to to Endcliffe Park via Houndkirk Moor and Porter Brook. Although there is a cafe at Longshaw, it can be very busy so I recommend that you still bring lunch and plenty of water to drink, especially if it is a warm day.

This walk starts at Fox House Inn where we head towards Stanage Edge via Upper Burbage Bridge.

We walk past Moscar Lodge and Sugworth Hall past Sugworth Tower towards Strines Reservoir. We have some good views of Strines and Dale Dike Reservoirs as we head towards Low Bradfield.

Warning: This is a post brunch walk, there may be opportunity to dine in Bradfield at the walk end but bring something for afternoon tea to keep you going.

The ridge between Ladybower Reservoir and the Hope Valley is bisected by the River Derwent, so we get to climb it twice for some great views on both sides. We warm up with a gentle stroll along the shore of Ladybower Reservoir, before doubling back up the slopes of Win Hill. After crossing the river at Bamford Mills, we wind our way up to Bamford Edge for a fantastic view of Ladybower and Crook Hill, before descending back to Yorkshire Bridge.

Let's take advantage of the long days and the long weekend by staying out after the walk for dinner at the Yorkshire Bridge. Check the menu and let me know if you want to eat when you book on, and I'll give the pub an idea of how many of us there'll be. Afterwards we'll have half a mile to walk back to the cars. It should still be light, but bring a torch just in case. Don't worry if you don't drive and don't want to eat at the pub - there is a bus back to Sheffield after the walk. Those staying late will need a car.

Meet outside public toilets in Tideswell. From Tideswell we will walk through Peter's Dale, Monks Dale (wet rocky path), Miller's Dale and Cressbrook Dale before returning to Tideswell.

An ascent of the high part of the Dark Peak, coming from Chinley in the west: including the high points of Chinley Churn, Mount Famine and Kinder Scout. This is a linear walk from Chinley to Edale (where there is a welcoming pub where we can delay taking the train) so remember to get a return to Chinley.
If the weather is very good, there is a possible extension out of the vale of Edale over Lose Hill to finish at Hope station instead, adding in the great ridge to the tour.

SWG are heading to the Yorkshire Dales to do an iconic national challenge, the Yorkshire 3 Peaks. The challenge is to do three of the Yorkshire Dales' highest peaks within 12 hours; that's 24 miles and 1600m of ascent. The route takes in the sweeping landscape of the Yorkshire Dales and covers Pen-y-Ghent (694m), Whernside (736m) and finally Ingleborough (724m), before dropping back down to the village of Horton-in-Ribblesdale.

This walk is only open to SWG/Ramblers members.  When booking on please include your Ramblers number. As with all SWG walks you can book on the walk up till 6pm the night before, although I highly recommend booking on a few weeks before so that lift sharing can be organised.

Accommodation

Due to the walk start time (7.30am) and the 2 hour drive from Sheffield I have booked 10 spaces at Ingleton YHA just 20mins from the walk start.  The accommodation is booked for Friday 10^th to Sunday 12^th May at a cost of £50 each.  These 10 spaces are available on a 1^st come basis.  Feel free to book your own accommodation if you wish.  The plan is eat and celebrate in one of Ingleton’s local pubs after completing our challenge. If you would like to book a place please complete this form.

Training

Not only is this a long walk, the route covers 1600metres of ascent across some rough ground. We advise doing a few longer walks (around 18+ miles) in preparation and make sure you are capable of completing the challenge.  There are many good longer walks in our walk programme.

To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the establishment of the 1949 National Parks Act a rally is being held in the historic Winnats Pass, scene of the 1932 mass rally, from 14:00-16:00. Speakers will include: David Blunkett, President, South Yorkshire and North East Derbyshire Area of Ramblers, Sue Hayman, Shadow Environmental Minister, Andrew McCloy, Chair of the Peak District National Park, Hilary O’Grady, Director General of the National Trust, and Maxine Peake, actress and activist and star of the recent film Peterloo, and Ruth George, MP for the High Peak.

To mark the occasion, and to take part in the rally, Doncaster Ramblers will start the 8 mile leisurely walk at 10.15 from Hope and visit the iconic Ward’s Piece and the Great Ridge to Mam Tor before descending to Castleton for toilets and lunch. After lunch members can make their own way to the rally, where there will be marquees and a band as well as the speakers. The return walk will follow the path via Goosehill Hall into Castleton and then the path alongside Peakshole Water back to Hope.

Starting at the Sportsman Lodge Moor pub we will walk through Fox Holes Plantation, walking along the stream's edge before heading up to Rod Side. Taking in views of Hallam Moors, the walk will join Stanage Edge. Walking along the edge we will be able to take in some amazing views of the peaks (weather permitting!). We will then head down towards Redmires Reservoirs. Heading around the reservoirs to make our way back to the Sportsman Lodge Moor for a well deserved drink.

Just a little note: depending on the weather it may be a little boggy near Moscar Lodge, so please come prepared.

 It’s Easter again and that can mean only one thing. It’s time to hunt Easter eggs!

For those unfamiliar with the Easter egg hunt, you will be in teams of 6 and you and your team have to decipher the coordinates and find the chocolate eggs that are placed all around Padley Gorge, Longshaw and Totley Moor. You will be racing against the other teams, the first to make it to the finish will win an Easter egg each

You can either form a team of your own or the Easter bunnies will allocate to one.

To sign up message David and pay just £2 into the SWG account.

36 spaces available

This is a lovely circular walk from Hathersage that first traverses the slopes on the south side of the valley, via Leadmill Bridge, Callow Farm, and Offerton Hall. We then cross the River Derwent at the stepping stones below Offerton, climbing the other side of the valley to Nether Hurst and Green's House, before returning to Hathersage via Bronte Cottage and Baulk Lane. Weather permitting we should have lovely views on both sides.

Optional tea and scone to follow at Outside cafe in the village. If the weather obliges we can also have an ice-cream stop halfway round at Thorpe Farm! Very wet weather may make the stepping stones impassable, in which case I will offer an alternative route.

Starting on a scenic (and nicely flat) path through Tideswell Dale, this walk follows the windy valley of Miller’s Dale before turning sharply and not quite as steeply as you’d expect at Water-cum-Jolly to join the Monsal trail. And just when you thought it’ll be flat and boring, we face two tunnels and a steep ascent to Priestcliffe Lees for a glorious view of the whole valley. From there it’s back down to the village of Miller’s Dale (with optional stop at the old Train Station) and up through the beautiful limesone slopes of the quiet Monks Dale. And then it’s just a mile or so back to the car park, with a pub stop in Tideswell!

This is one walk that’s bound to be muddy in parts, so please bring appropriate walking attire.

A circular hike around the Moss Valley. We start at the edge of the city before making our way to Povey Farm continuing along the bridleway before joining the Dronfield path. We pass 2 more farms (Sicklebrook and Trowayhall for those counting) before reaching the Gate Inn. This pub has a no muddy boots policy so we may end up having our lunch break at the cafe (Wards of Troway) opposite. We then head back across the valley passing the fishing ponds of Geerlane Farm before passing through Ryall's Wood back to the start point.
Note: Some of the bridleway is likely to be on the muddy side so expect some hard going at times.

Starting and Finishing at the Grouse pub on the A625 towards Froggatt, a pleasant walk with good moorland views along White Edge to Curbar Gap and back via Froggatt and Curbar crags (approx 2 hours).

Park on the road just below or above the Grouse pub for free, or in the Hay Wood car park (National Trust = paid) and walk back up to the pub. We can have a coffee/tea/drink afterwards if people want to.