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May and June pictures moved to archive - May/June 2008

P73 3rd August - Bakewell P74 15th August - evening ramble P75 17th August - Dolgellau

If anyone would like additional detail please please contact us via our e-mail D and J. Once it has been issued on the coach we normally have an electronic copy of the "Shamble" to hand.

2008 sees us celebrating the clubs 80th - Photo competition - entries to be judged on 21st November - the five classes are funniest, most nobbly knees, landscape, portrait, and illustration of 80 years of rambling.

Newsflash - Liz, master of Spengame 2, is taking reservations for Wasdale weekend in October.

Index to page

Intro Introduction & walk grading

Feb February 2008

Apr April 2008

Jun June 2008

Aug August 2008

Oct October 2008

Dec December 2008

Feb February 2008

Ph Photos

Mar March 2008

May May 2008

Jul July 2008

Sep September 2008

Nov November 2008

Jan January 2009

Sunday Coach Rambles are 8:15am at Central Street, Friday nights, unless otherwise noted at 7:30 at Deafness Resource Centre.

Detail added for February and March - car & coach rambles added for subsequent months.

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Introduction


Our walking club is a friendly group based around coach rambles every other Sunday.

The Sunday coach rambles start at 8:15 am from Central Street, with free car parking nearby.

Return time varies according to destination. In winter the walks finish earlier, mostly back at Central Street by 6:30 to 7pm, and in summer they finish later - normally back by 9pm.


As well as the fortnightly coach rambles we have frequent Friday evening club room meets (talks, slide shows etc) in winter, and walks in summer. The Friday evening walks are free to members and friends, with no advanced booking required.

There are a couple of hostel weekends a year, and sometimes other trips away. In summer ther are a number of car based Sunday walks.

For those in proud possession of a travel pass, and those yet to acquire one, there are occasional mid week walks. Though please be aware that as of October 2007 these are over subscribed.


The club caters for a wide range of walking abilities, though, be warned, our C parties require a deep purse/wallet as many tea shops are visited.

Typically on a coach ramble there will be 5 walks offered which will range from 7 miles and maybe 500 feet of ascent, to strenuous walks of 14 miles plus, with maybe several thousand feet of ascent.

We advise people to start with a walk well within their capabilities and inclination, and then to work up the grades until they find the level they are happy with.


Normally, but it is not always possible, the destination with be choosen to make use of local cafes and pubs, and to ensure that public toilets are available.

Walks often start at different locations to allow for A to B walks, but all finish at the same destination.

One club rule to be aware of is that we always take off our boots (muddy or otherwise) before getting on the coach at the end of the walks, so please bring a change of footware.


Membership is on an annual basis and runs from February to January. 2007 fees were £12 for adults, £10 for over 60's, and £2 for juniors. Family membership is also available.

Coach walks can be booked two weeks ahead and costs vary according to distance, in 2007 generally adult prices vary from £8 to £12 with juniors being £2.

It is possible to try out two walks before joining, and an extra £1 per adult is charged for this. Non members can only book from the Tuesday before the Sunday walk, so occasionally coaches may be fully booked.


Whilst the program is to the best of our knowledge correct, it is subject to change. We will update any changes at our earliest opportunity.

If you would like further information please contact us via our e-mail D and J.


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Walk grading

Please note not all grades are available on all walks, occasionally A walks have been combined.

A1 Party 12 to 18 miles, up to 5,000 feet of ascent

Strenous, some time for stops. May include scrambling and other rough stuff, usually back in time for the teashop.
Example summer walk, Pike 0 Blisco, Crinkle Crags and Bowfell from Langdale (15 miles. 3,000 ft), example winter walk, Ambleside to Grasmere via Dove Crag & Fairfield (12 miles, 3,000 ft)

A2 Party 10 to 14 miles, up to 3,000 feet of ascent

Similar to A1 without the rough stuff (no Striding Edge or Crib Goch), mountain and moorland walks, usually back in time for the teashop.
Example summer walk, Langdale Pikes from Langdale (11 miles, 3,000 ft), example winter walk, Helm Crag and Steel Fell from Grasmere (9 miles, 2,500 ft)

B1 Party 9 to 12 miles, up to 2,000 feet of ascent

Lower fells, moorland and valleys avoiding the higher summits, rougher terrain and steep climbs; several stops to enjoy the view and any local hospitality, back in time for the teashop.
Example summer walk, Lingmoor Fell and Little Langdale from Langdale (11 miles, 1,200 ft), example winter walk, Ambleside to Grasmere via Loughrigg Fell and Rydal (9 miles, 800 ft)

B2 Party 7 to 10 miles, up to 1,000 feet of ascent

Generally, easy, paced valley walks with any climbing being gradual and spread out through the day. Plenty of time for stops. Back in time for the teashop and perhaps time to look round the destination as well.
Example summer walk, Blea Tarn and Little Langdale from Langdale (9 miles, 700ft), example winter walk, Ambleside to Grasmere via Loughrigg Terrace and Rydal (8 miles, 300ft)

C Party 7 miles maximum, 500 feet maximum ascent

Valley walking with plenty of stops and time to enjoy places of interest, back in plenty of time for the teashop (often starts at one as well), and a look around the destination.
Example summer walk, Langdale Valley exploration (7 miles very little climbing), example winter walk, Circuit of Grasmere and Rydal Water (6 miles, 250ft)

Social walk

Social walk is an occasional event.

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February 2008

Friday 1st February - AGM - Deafness Resource Centre - 8pm

Sunday 3rd February - coach ramble - Hellifield, Yorks

Friday 8th February - Committee Meeting

Friday 15th February - 50 years of rambling

Sunday 17th February - coach ramble - Loggerheads, Wales

Friday 22nd February - Walking in Southern Dolomites

Friday 29th February - Tai Chi

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March 2008

Sunday 2nd March - coach ramble - Hathersage, Derby

Sunday 9th March - car ramble - Great Langdale - contact Liz for details of meeting point etc.

Friday 14th March - Recorders in perspective

Sunday 16th March - coach ramble - Bolton Abbey,Yorkshire

Friday 28th March - Herbs of the countryside

Sunday 30th March - coach ramble - Kendal, Cumbria

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April 2008

Wednesday 2nd April - Map reading introduction, followed by practice walk on 5th April. Contact Liz by 19th March if interested.

Sunday 6th April - car ramble - Forest of Bowland. Meet Slaidburn Car Park 9.0 am

Friday 11th April - Slide Show

Sunday 13th April - coach ramble - Church Stretton, Shropshire

18th - 20th April - YHA Weekend - Buttermere

Friday 25th April - Quiz night

Sunday 27th April - coach ramble - Malham, Yorkshire

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May 2008

Friday 9th May - evening walk - Crank

Sunday 11th May - coach ramble - Hayfield, Derbyshire

Friday 16th May - evening walk - Chadwick Green

Saturday 17th May - Manchester Ship Canal Cruise

Sunday 18th May - car ramble - Upper Dove Valley, meet 9.30am at Longnor car park

Sunday 25th May - coach ramble - Hawkeshead, Lake District

Friday 30th May - evening walk - Rainhill Manor Farm

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June 2008

Sunday 8th June - coach ramble - Llanberis, Wales

Friday 13th June - evening walk - Bickerstaff, Stanley Gate Inn

Friday 20th June - evening walk - Sutton Manner

Sunday 22nd June - coach ramble - Caldbeck, Lake District

Sunday 27th June - evening walk - change to diary - Beacon Country Park

Sunday 29th June - car ramble - change to diary and Shamble - Kentmere circular - meet 9am at Kentmere

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July 2008

TBC

Sunday 6th July - coach ramble - Dent, Cumbria

Friday 18th July - evening walk - Wigan, Haigh Hall

Sunday 20th July - coach ramble - Glenridding, Lake District

Friday 25th July - evening walk - change to diary - Marshall's Cross

Sunday 27th July - car ramble - Eastern Howgills, meet 9.30am Rawthey Bridge

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August 2008

TBC

Sunday 3rd August - coach ramble - Bakewell, Derbyshire

Sunday 10th August - car ramble - Kentmere Horseshoe

Sunday 17th August - coach ramble - Dolgellau, Wales

Sunday 31st August - coach ramble - Buxton, Derbyshire

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September 2008

TBC

Sunday 7th September - car ramble - Mungrisdale, meet 9.30am Mungrisdale

Sunday 14th September - coach ramble - Ambleside, Lake District

Sunday 21st September - car ramble - The Carnedds (Bethesda)

Sunday 28th September - coach ramble - Welshpool, Wales

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October 2008

TBC

3rd to 5th October - YHA Weekend - ???

Sunday 12th October - coach ramble - Conwy, Wales

Sunday 26th October - coach ramble - Settle, Yorkshie

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November 2008

TBC

Sunday 9th November - coach ramble - Ruthin, Wales

Sunday 23rd November - coach ramble - Whalley, Lancshire

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December 2008

TBC

Sunday 7th December - coach ramble - Barnoldswick, Lancshire

Sunday 14th December - car ramble - Welsh Winter Walk, meet 9.00am Alpine Cafe, Betws-y-Coed

Sunday 21st December - coach ramble - Chatsworth, Derbyshire

Sunday 28th December - coach social - Blackpool - meeting time to be advised

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January 2009

TBC

Sunday 4th January - coach ramble - Hartington, Derbyshire

Sunday 18th January - coach ramble - Delamere, Cheshire

Sunday 25th January - car ramble - Welsh Winter Walk, 9.00am meet Alpine Cafe, Beyws-y-Coed

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February 2009

TBC

Sunday 1st February - coach ramble - Grassington, Yorkshire

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Photos

To send photos for inclusion on page please e-mail D and J.

Recent photos

P65 20th July - Glenridding - Andrew's
P67 20th July - Glenridding - Marg's
P69 27th July - Howgills - 5 x Andrew, 1 x JP
P71 12th July - club B-B-Q - Joes
P73 3rd August - Bakewell
P75 17th August - Dolgellau
P66 Marg's - 8th June - Llanberis
P68 20th July - Glenridding - Jackie's
P70 25th July - evening ramble
P72 29th June - Kentmere car ramble
P74 15th August - evening ramble

Photo archives

Mar/Apr 2006
May/Jun 2006
Jul/Aug 2006
Sep/Oct 2006
Nov/Dec 2006
Jan/Feb 2007
Mar/Apr 2007
May/Jun 2007
Jul/Aug 2007
Sep/Oct 2007
Nov/Dec 2007
Jan/Feb 2008
Mar/Apr 2008
May/June 2008

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20th July - Andrew's - Glenridding

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Richard was last seen heading for Dove Crag
Windermere from Hart Crag
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Eastern Fells from Hart Crag
Cross Fell from Hart Crag
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On High Hartsop Dodd
Hart Crag and Fairfield

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Marg's - 8th June - Llanberis

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The B1 & B2 at Dolbadarn Castle
The B1 enjoying homemade lemonade & bara-brith at Pen Ceunant tea rooms - highly recommended.

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Marg's - 20th July - Glenridding

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B1 on the way up to Boredale Hause
We meet a group from The Preston Ramblers by Angletarn
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Hayeswater
Looking towards Hartsop above How and St Sunday Crag

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Jackie's - 20th July - Glenridding

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27th July - Howgills - 5 x Andrew, 1 x JP

Extra photos on Flickr - you can click on next picture in set to step through.

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This path is more fun after heavy rain
Rawthey Valley
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Cautley Crag and Cautley Spout
Looking towards Ingleborough
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Leading the way
Who mentioned boys and toys?

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25th July - evening ramble

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Pose for the camera
Teapot

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12th July - club B-B-Q - Joes

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29th June - Kentmere car ramble

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Gang on top of Kentmere Pike Flickr

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3rd August Bakewell

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B1 - Lunch stop Flickr
B1 - Chatsworth Flickr
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B1 - Chatsworth II Flickr
B2 - Edensor Flickr
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B1 - queuing Flickr
B1 - alternative style uses
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A2 - making new friends
A2 - Lathkill dale Flickr
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A2 - River Bradford Flickr
A2 - ring that bell!

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15th August - evening ramble

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At the back again...
Making friends.

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17th August - Dolgellau

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B1 - Crossing the stream Flickr
B1 - Enjoying the break.
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B1 - Along the path.
A1 - Lunch Break.
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A1 - Along the ridge.
A1 - Approaching Cadair Idris summit.

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This page was last updated on 19th August 2008.

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