Saturday 30 September 2023  

10 Miles  

A challenging walk over the moors to visit the site of several aircraft wrecks. Roger Waddington tells the fascinating stories of the crews and the planes. A great opportunity to access some remote moorland accompanied by National Park rangers. Awesome views if the weather is kind! But, be prepared for a tough walk in winter conditions. Meet in the staff car park, we will drive in convoy to the start of the walk.

Event Grade: Very Hard - longer and challenging walks. Expect steep ascents and descents over loose and/or rocky ground. A higher level of fitness and stamina is required. If in any doubt, try a lesser graded walk first.

Extra Items: Please be very well prepared for wintry weather. Walking boots, waterproof winter clothing, lunch and hot drinks.

Event Terrain: Steep climbs, rough moorland walking. Can be very wet.

Start: 10.00am  Finish: 5:00pm

Meeting Point: Fairholmes Visitor Centre, Derwent Lane, Bamford - near Derwent Dam. Please park and then meet in the staff car park by the cycle hire as we are going to drive, in convoy, to the start of the walk. Toilets at the start. 

Grid Reference: SK 1789  Post Code: S33 0AQ acids.anode.sunshine

Parking: FREE. Meet in the staff car park, we will drive in convoy to the start of the walk. 

Near A Bus Route: No.

Near A Rail Station: No

Dogs: Assistance dogs only allowed. 

Cost: £15 per person aged 18 and above. Children aged 17 and below go free on any suitable event.

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