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Category Archives: Long Walks
Long Walks
On the 4th March, we embarked on an 8.30 mile, circular walk from Tansley, taking in Tansley Knoll and Lumsdale Falls before returning to the village. The weather was on our side and it was sunny for the majority of … Continue reading
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Our latest walk was to Haywood Oaks and Blidworth Woods, the weather kept fine for us, with bright sunshine. The walk was 8.34 miles and on very good Forestry Commission paths, which meant we weren’t walking through mud. The walk was mainly … Continue reading
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Long Walk – Hardwick Hall and Back via Lady Spencer’s Wood, walk of 8.92 miles
Date: 9th January 2025 The walk commenced from Teversal Visitors Centre under a crisp winter sky, with temperatures hovering around 5°C. The path to Hardwick Hall wound gently uphill, offering panoramic views of the frosty countryside. The trail, well-marked and lined … Continue reading
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Long Walks
The December walk was an 8 mile circular hike which started by the River Trent at Fiskerton. The route took us to Farndon before looping around the big complex that is Staythorpe Power Station. The power station is fuelled by … Continue reading
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Long Walks
We walked from Cromford to Bonsall and through Bonsalldale back to Cromford a picturesque loop in Derbyshire, blending historical landmarks, charming villages, and scenic countryside. Starting in Cromford, we passed the historic Cromford Mill, a UNESCO World Heritage site, then … Continue reading
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