u3a

Ashbourne & District

Hiking

Status:Active, open to new members
Leader:
Group email: Hiking group
When: On Tuesday all day
Every 4 weeks. Finishes pm.

We intend to walk in the region of 7 to 10 miles each outing, depending on the terrain, and walks should last for around five hours, though this may be slightly shorter in winter or inclement weather or longer in summer. There will be one stop for a packed lunch, and we will sometimes finish at an appropriate pub or tea room. Walks are usually every 4 weeks on Tuesdays, with occasional 'challenge' walks which may be substantially longer, and/or more demanding. Walkers should be properly equipped, and are responsible for their own safety. Well behaved dogs are welcome, but must be kept on a short, non-extendable lead. They are the responsibility of their owner.

The U3A's insurance does not cover personal injury or accident except where there has been proven negligence on the part of the organisation. It is recommended walkers carry a record of any medical or contact details which may be useful in an emergency. Fellow walkers will hopefully try to be good Samaritans but neither they nor U3A can accept responsibility for actions taken or not taken.

The leader reserves the right to change publicised walks if necessary, particularly in the case of inclement weather,so always confirm your intention to attend.

Walkers who would like to join us should contact Judy Harrison.

2026-2027 Hikes

DateTimeStarting pointGrid Ref
16 June9.30amOver Haddon car park. (DDDC) Walk will include Magpie Mine and Lathkill Dale202664
14 July9.30amEdale Station car park. We will walk part of the Steel Cotton Trail from Chinley to Edale. 122853
18 Aug9.30amPLEASE NOTE, THIS WALK IS OUT OF SEQUENCE
Bowden Bridge car park. (PDNP) Hayfield. Walk will include Lantern Pike
048839
8 Sept9.30am tbc
6 Oct9.30am
tbc
3 Nov9.30 am Hathersage Village car park. (DDDC). Walk will include Padley Gorge231813
1 Dec9.30amtbc
6 Jan 20279.30amPLEASE NOTE THIS WALK IS OUT OF SEQUENCE
Walk will be followed by Post Christmas Meal
27 Jan9.30amtbc
24 Feb9.30amtbc
24 Mar9.30amtbc