Tansley and Riber
We had a welcome return to the Peak District for our latest walk. From the start at Tansley, it was mostly either uphill or downhill, and by general agreement a very enjoyable walk, and also slightly longer than usual at just over 7 miles.
After passing Riber Castle, we needed a few minutes to get our bearings, looking down to Matlock Bath, with the cable car in view. We then headed south, above Cromford, before starting our return route near the Azalea gardens at Lea.
After 3 months of very little rainfall, the paths were all dry, and we agreed that this was not a walk for the winter or after bad weather.
Refreshment at the Tavern at Tansley was very welcome, by which time the sun had appeared, and was warming us up considerably.
Our thanks to Kevin Varey for planning and leading this walk. Our next walk in June will be to Hathersage.
John Tedstone