Sunday 29th July: Turton & Entwistle Reservoir & Wayoh Reservoir

The walk is approximately 8 Km ( 5 Miles ) around the two reservoirs. Four hours depending on stops.

Gentle walk with only three inclines of approx’ 200 yards each. It can be very muddy in places, but the majority is good paths on the level. There is a small stretch on a minor road, to gain access to the path once again.

Depending on the weather, the walk can be shortened if it is pouring down. Hopefully that will not be the case; ever the optimist.

Walking boots are recommended, with Outdoor protective clothing from the cold and rain. A hat and scarf would be useful as the wind coming off the reservoir on the eastern end can be very cold at times.

On route there is an Inn but it is too soon into the walk to stop for a meal, so please bring a packed lunch and a flask, water etc.

At the end of the walk group members can return to the Strawberry Duck for a drink if they wish by a shorter route. It tends to be packed out on Sundays.

To view the area with a little history of the Reservoirs

http://en.wikipeda.org/wiki/Turton_and_Entwistle_Reservoir

The walk will be led by Jeff

Sunday 15th July: Stanage Edge

This is a circular walk from Hathersage in Derbyshire, taking in the beautiful countryside of the Peak District and a walk along the striking and dramatic Stanage Edge.  It is approx 7.5 miles along well-defined paths and tracks and a few stiles - the paths are rocky in places so strong footwear is recommended. There are a few long, steady and gradual climbs but these are well worth the effort for the spectacular views. There is a tea shop by the church at the end of the walk which is open till 5pm! Otherwise there are no pubs/cafes enroute so best to come fully prepared with lunch/snacks/drinks etc. 

The walk should take us between 4 - 5 hours and will be led by David

Sunday 8th July: Werneth Low

This is a walk of approximately six miles over Werneth Low taking in Etherow Country Park.  There are some fairly long, and in parts moderately steep, gradients, dropping into a couple of valleys and back up the Low (‘hill’ in ancient Saxon).  From the Low there is a panoramic view across greater Manchester.  On the way to and from Etherow Country Park there are views towards the Pennines, and the walk follows the river Etherow for part of the way.  In view of recent weather it is likely to be muddy in places, so boots are recommended.  There is a cafe for snacks and toilets at the Etherow Visitor Centre (about half way round) and the Hare and Hounds pub is close to the end of the walk.

The walk will be led by Phil and Phil