5 miles  

 

An introduction to basic navigation - map types, grid references, setting maps using a compass. 

The aim of the walk is to show how the map relates to the countryside and how to use it to guide yourself on a 5 mile walk. The walk will be along forest tracks and open moorland, there will be some up hills.

 

Event Grade: Easy - short walks on paths that may be rough and uneven. Taken at a leisurely pace. May involve stiles and rough ground. 

 

Event Terrain: Mainly forest tracks and open moorland and there will be some hills.

 

Extra Items: Ordnance Survey OL24 White Peak 1:25000 map and a compass.

 

Start: 10.00am Finish: 3.00pm

 

Meeting Point: Trentabank Ranger Centre.

 

Grid Reference: SJ 961 711 Postcode: SK11 0NS What3Words: Squeaking.moderated.sliders 

 

Parking: Pay and Display. Pay and display takes coins only no card payment. 

 

Near Bus Route: No

 

Near Rail Station: No

 

Dogs: Assistance dogs only. 

 

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

 

Click the date in the calendar to see how many places are available and to book on.