7 miles 

 

Join our Community and Conservation Archaeologist and Rangers on a walk through the beautiful landscape of the South West Peak, taking in a segment of the Manifold Valley. We will see caves, prehistoric burial mounds, earthworks of Romano-British and medieval field systems, post-medieval lead mining remains and some fabulous architecture including the ruined 16th century Throwley Old Hall.  

 

Event Terrain: Quiet lanes, and paths, undulating with a few steep climbs and one steep descent.  

 

Event Grade: Moderate - moderate walks on ground with sometimes rough and uneven terrain and gradients.

 

Extra items: Bring own drink & pack lunch, suitable clothing & footwear. Minimum age 8yrs.  

 

Start: 10.00am  Finish: 16.00pm (Please arrive at 9.45am for prompt 10am start.) 

 

Meeting Point: Wetton Village public car park, Carr Lane, Wetton. (Follow road signs in village.)

 

Grid Reference: SK 1090 5515  Post Code: DE6 2AF  What3Words: Altering.nips.norms   

 

Parking: FREE. Please park in marked bays and respect residents. Public toilets in car park.  

 

Near A Bus Route: No 

 

Near A Rail Station: No 

 

Dogs: Dogs on leads allowed.

 

Cost: £10 per person aged 18 and above. Children aged 17 and below go free on any suitable event.

 

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