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Dambuilders, Dambusters and Birchinlee. Accessible for all! Saturday 5th July

Dambuilders, Dambusters and Birchinlee. Accessible for all! Saturday 5th July

5 miles

A gentle stroll in the Upper Derwent Valley passing the iconic Derwent Dam and with views of the equally stunning Howden Dam.  The ruins of Birchinlee village will be our focus.  This village is where the dam builders lived for 15 years, at the side of what is now Derwent reservoir. The history of the village and the people who lived there will be shared by your very knowledgeable walk leader, using old photographs to bring the village back to life.

The walk is designed to be Wheelchair and Mobility Scooter friendly but everyone is welcome  -  please expect a slow pace of walk. 

Note: There are two Mobility Scooters and one Wheelchair available to hire at Fairholmes Visitor Centre.  For more info about the Scooters and to make a booking, see the attached link:

Trampers - all-terrain mobility vehicles: Peak District National Park

Any problems or questions regarding booking a Scooter or Wheelchair please email julie.sweeting@peakdistrict.gov.uk  In addition, if you plan to bring your own Scooter or Chair please advise via the above email to ensure the correct support is provided on the walk.  Remember to book on the walk here as well as booking the scooter.

Meet at Fairhomes Visitor Centre, Derwent Lane, Bamford. S33 0AQ.  Grid Ref: SK 1789  w3w: acids.anode.sunshine

Start: 10:30  Finish: 15:30

Please arrive early as the car park will be very busy. Parking charges apply.

For public transport, please check Hulleys of Baslow bus 257c on-line 

There are toilets, a refreshment kiosk and Visitor Centre on site.

Cost:  £10 for adults.  Children under 18 are free with an accompanying adult. 

 

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