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The traditional New Year Walk is always a bit special because, well, because its the new year and traditional.
I hope lots of you come as we blow away the post Xmas blues and chat to our mates about 2025 plans (that’ll be Everest Challenge plans of course!). And, as extra encouragement, I’m bringing port and Deborah Nugent Cowsill is bringing birthday cake.
The 2025 New Year Walk is Blackden Brook. It features a grade 1 scramble (which can be walked round) and an optional grade 3 version for people who like cold water, green slimy rock and dodgy moves.
After the scramble (or not), we will turn left and enjoy a lovely trek along Blackden Edge to Crookstone Barn before turning left again past Upper Ashton and contouring back to the start.
Its 7 miles with 500m of ascent (all at the start). You’ll be astonished to hear that I practiced most of the route (except the last mile as I want to retain the usual chaotic feel).
Park at SK130895 at 10 for 10.30. There were spaces yesterday (Sunday) morning and the various nearby laybys were empty. However, you should share cars and arrive early to be sure of parking at the departure point.Really looking forward to seeing you all (and I hope there’s enough port to go round!)
Sue Street
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