A really enjoyable walk starting in Windermere, going up to Orrest Head on the new easier paths, and then continuing on (via 5 stiles) to Holehird Gardens for lunch in wonderful surroundings. After admiring the garden and floral displays we head back down to Miller Ground and have a short Read more
Our circular walk from Ings is just less than 7 miles. There are fabulous views over Windermere and beyond. The paths are fairly good underfoot, with a few easy stiles en-route, but mainly gates.There are some steady inclines, but these will be taken slowly: The extensive views will compensate for Read more
Anyone with RSPB membership can access the Reserve. It’s a lovely walk of 7 miles. Julie
List of species seen on 31st May 2023 on a walk led by Mike Gosling around the bridle way behind the golf course. Thanks to Mike for leading this very informative walk and teaching us how to identify mosses and lichens. Species listed in Mike’s handout.
Ormskirk area walk. Leaving our drop-off location on the edge of town, within minutes we are into the beautiful open countryside of West Lancashire. We head past fields carpeted with wheat-oats and barley. A gradual ascent of Clieves Hill brings far reaching views (weather permitting) of Liverpool, Southport and even Read more
Once again Owen has sent an entertaining and informative multi-page report from their outing.
We recced the walk on Saturday in perfect weather. After our stop at Truckhaven for refreshments and toilets (there won’t be any more till the end of the walk), we’ll be dropped off at Skelwith Bridge. From there we walk to Skelwith Force then use the bridge to cross the Read more
What a glorious days walking at Hurst Green. Thank you John for leading. Beautiful scenery and the company couldn’t be beaten. Thank you.
Starting in the model village of Barrow Bridge, a picturesque place, built in early 1800s to house the workers of Dean Mills. Carrying on from here, we have a stroll through Smithills Hall estate and country park, and on into Longworth Clough, a wooded valley leading up to Belmont village Read more